How I did it: I searched the net for dog sledding trips in Northern Minnesota and found that there are quite a few places in Ely, BWCA. I called up one of them and struck a deal for me and my friends.

Lessons & tips: I think Christmas time or late March would be ideal for dog sledding  but the dogs actually travel faster when it is colder.  A day trip would be the best option. Make sure that you have proper goggles, good boots and gloves so that you can enjoy the ride as well as the wilderness around. Shout"Whoa!" when you are stopping the sledge and "Hike! Hike!" when you want them going again.

Jan 21, 2009, 01:12PM PST | 1 comment | 2 cheers