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Husky Ranch Dog Sled Volunteering in Canada
by: Fronteering
This project is for those who have always wanted to explore the world of dog sledding and the unique way of living the bush life! This volunteer abroad project will give you the unique experience of helping a small family run a husky ranch. Dogsled and snow scooter in the winter and hike, bike, fish, and wildlife watching in the summer! You will be located deep in the interiors of British Colum...
This project is for those who have always wanted to explore the world of dog sledding and the unique way of living the bush life! This volunteer abroad project will give you the unique experience of helping a small family run a husky ranch. Dogsled and snow scooter in the winter and hike, bike, fish, and wildlife watching in the summer! You will be located deep in the interiors of British Columbia, The Yukon, and Alberta far away from any town. This ranch is extremely popular with young volunteers from around the globe who wish to experience time with Siberian huskies. They need volunteers all year round. The work with the dogs and on the ranch is physically demanding and is by no means an "easy holiday option"! The minimum duration of stay is 4 weeks and the maximum duration is 12 ...
Program Highlights
Work directly with dogs and enjoy plenty of dogsledding trips.
Help guide trips and train the huskies.
Experience the unique way of living the ‘bush life’.
Learn English while volunteering.
Enjoy the surrounding nature and wildlife.
Quick Details
- Vancouver, Canada
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Agriculture
- Animal Welfare
- Building & Construction Projects
- Conservation
- Driving
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- American
- Australian
- Canadian
- European
- Kiwi
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Amazing dog sledding volunteering experience in Canada!
by: Molly Patel - AustraliaProgram: Husky Ranch Dog Sled Volunteering in CanadaI joined the husky ranch program of Fronteering earlier this year. I arrived early March which was towards the end of the winter season of course but it still got a good 6 weeks of dogsledding in which was great. I stayed a total of 10 weeks so the last 4 weeks we started working more towards preparing the ranch for summer. Seeing the place come to life during spring was also great. Summer I hear is also good time to go but if you want to have snow and do dogsledding in the snow then you need to go between Mid November and Mid April. Sure you can maybe dogsled before or after those dates depending on which ranch you will be placed at but to be assured I would recommend those dates. Also it is good to know that not all ranches have the typical Siberian huskies. The ranch I went to had Alaskan huskies which is a mixed breed bred to be the perfect sled dog. Dogsledding itself is so awesome, it is much faster then you think but also quite a work out!
Program Details
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Locations
- Vancouver, Canada
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Agriculture
- Animal Welfare
- Building & Construction Projects
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Australian
- Canadian
- European
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Essay
- Letters of Reference
- Other
- Resume
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