*EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE UNTIL FEBRUARY 14TH!*
Enjoy the unique winter sport of dog sledding! Imagine gliding along a winding trail through pine forests heavy with snow; winter's blanket silencing all except for the frosted breathing of the dogs and the mushers sharp commands hanging in the chilled air as they yell "gee" or "haw" telling the dogs to turn right or left. You will be more than impressed by these extraordinary four-legged athletes whose passion is to run! If you’ve ever read "The Call of the Wild", "White Fang", or watched the Iditarod Sled Dog Race you will truly appreciate this unique experience.
The day will start with an education on how to harness the dogs, how to hook them up to the sleds, how to “line them out”, hold them back, and how to get the teams to work together. You will then have a chance to ask questions about the dogs, the history of dog sledding, and about the sport. You will have the rare opportunity to work with a variety of dogs including: Inuit Sled Dogs (the oldest breed), Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, and Alaskan Huskies, each of which has unique characteristics and personality. The dog sled ride will be run on a trail that winds up a series of hills covered with thick trees. You will then loop back down the hills on top of a frozen river. During the steepest points you will get out and run alongside the dog sled team, in traditional dog sledding fashion, which both helps get the dogs up the hill and will help keep you warm and your adrenaline pumping!
Then we'll head to lunch at a local pub/micro brew with a cozy old stone fireplace where you can participate in an optional beer tasting! The brewery and pub is nestled at the foot of the mountains in a beautiful scenic valley in a meticulously restored 200-year-old barn. Their award winning brewer and outstanding culinary team have developed a wide variety of unique beers and culinary creations to appeal to the diverse tastes of the most discerning beer drinkers. Like the 200-year-old barn that houses their restaurant, each beer is a unique blend of art, science and devoted labor....and a testament to craftsmanship ensuring that this will be one of your best beer tasting experiences!
After the tasting you’ll dine in the pub where you can choose from their extensive menu including: Seafood Dishes, Burgers, Ribs, Chicken, Mexican Dishes, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches and other vegetarian dishes. If you don’t drink beer they also have a full bar and wonderful winter drinks like hot chocolate and hot apple cider!
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*Pricing Includes: Private Round Trip Transportation, Gas, Tolls, Certified Trip Leader/Van Driver, Group Limited to 10 People, Dogs & Dog Sled Rental, Dog Sledding Guides, Approximately 40 – 60 min. of Dog Sledding (only people with proven prior experience mushing will be allowed to drive the team), Sleeping Bags to Cover Up With While in the Basket, Snowshoes, Fees for Company Insurance & Licensing. *Not Included: Lunch, Beer Tasting, & Tips.*
*Dog Sledding Notes: Each team will run at a different pace based upon many factors including weight, how much ice or fresh snow is on the trail, etc. therefore the trip will vary from 40 – 60 min. in length. When climbing up steep hills you will be required to jump out of the dog sled and run alongside the dogs. Terrain will vary based upon where there is the most snow.
***NO SNOW POLICIES*** - The dogs are trained for racing spring through fall. During the spring and fall they are trained in front of wooden carts with wheels. If there is not enough snow, the trip will still be run as usual and the carts will be substituted for the traditional dog sleds. The experience will be different, but unique all the same as you will get a feel for what spring/fall training is like! All other activities will remain the same. Note: If you choose not to participate in this activity if there is no snow, you will not receive a refund, NO EXCEPTIONS. By registering for this activity you agree to these policies and will be required to check off a terms and conditions box stating that you agree to these policies.
**CONFIRMATION E-MAIL: You should receive a confirmation e-mail immediately after signing up for this activity. If you do not receive this e-mail you can view the full details of the trip by Logging Into the website and clicking on your "My Calendar" link in the left navigation bar. You will be able to find the Itinerary, Meeting Location and Packing List in both places. If you have any questions about this either e-mail info@adventuresociety.com or call the office at 212-620-5348 M-F 9am - 5pm.
Dog Sledding w/Opt. Brewery Early Registration Discount Available Until February 14th.
11/17/09 to 2/14/10
Member / Non-Member
$188.00 / $203.00
2/15/10 to 2/28/10
Member / Non-Member
$198.00 / $213.00
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Disclaimers & Policies
*ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that there are inherent dangers with ALL adventure related activities. I understand that Adventure Society and its staff does everything possible to make sure that the activities are as safe as possible however, given the unknown variables of man, nature and machine there is no way to make these activities completely safe. With care it is possible to participate in these activities with reduced risk. By signing up for this activity I agree to assume ALL RISK & LIABILITY for injuries sustained during this activity. I also agree to release Adventure Society, its staff and its affiliates from liability relating to injury, property damage, theft, emotional trauma, death, physical stress, etc.
*LICENSING & INSURANCE: Adventure Society is properly licensed and insured for all activities that are insurable and we ONLY use fully licensed and insured guides, for activities which are insurable. We are also insured for all transport and only use fully insured companies for transportation.
*CANCELLATION POLICY:
***CANCELLATION BY YOU (THE CLIENT) FOR DAY TRIPS***: Unless otherwise noted, you can cancel your registration up to 10 business days prior to the activity date by 9am that day (i.e., if your activity is on Saturday or Sunday, you must cancel no later than 9am two (2) Mondays before the scheduled activity, if the activity is scheduled for a Friday, you must cancel no later than 9 a.m. two (2) Fridays before the scheduled activity) (See credit/refund options below). All cancellation requests must be sent via email to info@adventuresociety.com; NO cancellations will be taken over the phone. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you do not receive an e-mail response from Adventure Society in reference to your cancellation, it is your responsibility to follow up and make sure your e-mail request was received. Please note that transferring your registration to another date is considered the same as canceling your registration and as such, transferring your registration is subject to the cancellation policies above. ***Other cancellation policies may apply and vary based upon activity. Make sure to thoroughly read all cancellation policy terms and conditions before you register for an activity.***
CREDIT/REFUND OPTIONS:
CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS: If you cancel within the 10 business day time frame listed above and you paid for the activity by credit card, you have a choice of either: 1) A refund back to your credit card, minus any non-refundable deposit(s) and minus an administrative and processing fee of $15 - $50 per person (depending on the cost of the activity). 2) A non-transferable, non-redeemable online credit to your Adventure Society account minus any non-refundable deposit(s) and minus an administrative and processing fee of $10 - $40 per person (depending on the cost of the activity), good for one year, which can be used towards any of our upcoming activities. *If you prefer to receive the credit card refund, you must notify us within twenty four (24) hours of your initial cancellation request via email at info@adventuresociety.com, if you fail to notify us within twenty four (24) hours of your initial cancellation request, you will automatically be issued the Adventure Society account credit and you will NOT be able to receive the credit card refund. *If you do not receive an e-mail response from Adventure Society in reference to your cancellation, it is your responsibility to follow up and make sure your e-mail request was received. *To use your credit to pay for another activity, you must wait for an e-mail from us confirming that the credit has been applied to your Adventure Society account before registering for the new activity. If you register for a new activity before the credit is applied you will not be able to apply the credit to your registration.
ADVENTURE SOCIETY CREDIT PAYMENTS: If you cancel within the 10 business day time frame listed above and you paid for the activity with an existing Adventure Society online credit, you will receive a non-transferable, non-redeemable online credit to your Adventure Society account minus any non-refundable deposit(s) and minus an administrative and processing fee of $10 - $40 per person (depending on the cost of the activity), good for one year, which can be used towards any of our upcoming activities. *To use your credit to pay for another activity, you must wait for an e-mail from us confirming that the credit has been applied to your Adventure Society account before registering for the new activity. If you register for a new activity before the credit is applied, you will not be able to apply the credit to your registration.
CANCELING LESS THAN 10 BUSINESS DAYS: There Will Be No Refunds or Credits Issued If You Cancel Later Than 9am, 10 Business Days Before the Activity. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. Unless there is an overnight stay involved, you may transfer your registration to someone else by notifying us via email at info@adventuresociety.com at least 2 business days prior to the activity date. Your email must include the Activity Name and Date along with the Name(s), Phone Number(s) and Email Address(s) of the person(s) you want to transfer your registration to. The registration will remain on your account and you will be responsible for forwarding all correspondence to the person(s) you transferred the registration to. We will then change the registration information manually on the sign in sheet.
THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THE FOLLOWING. You will not receive a refund or a credit if: * You fail to show up at the pick-up location at the designated time for the activity for any reason, i.e. medical reasons, death in the family, etc. as all purchases are final. * You show up at the pick-up location and/or arrive at an activity and chose not to participate for any reason, i.e. sickness, not properly dressed, fear, etc. * You are removed from any activity because you have displayed disruptive or unsafe behavior at any time; (the trip leader reserves the right to remove you from the trip at your own expense) ***Other cancellation policies may apply and vary based upon activity. Make sure to thoroughly read all cancellation policy terms and conditions before you register for an activity.***
OVERNIGHT & EXTENDED STAY TRIPS: For any trip involving at least one overnight stay, registrations are refundable up to 9am 30 days prior to the trip date (if 30 days falls on a weekend day, then by 9am the Friday before) minus any non-refundable deposit(s) and minus an administrative and processing fee of $100 - $500 per person (depending on the cost of the activity). There will be no refunds or credits issued if you cancel after 9am 30 days, or less, before the activity. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. No adjustments will be given for an early or unforeseen departure on your part, regardless of reason, or for changes to the itinerary on our part.
If you wish to transfer your registration to someone else you must notify us via e-mail at info@adventuresociety.com at least 10 days prior to the trip date. If you will be sharing a room with someone you do not know, the person who takes your place will need to be the same gender as the person they will be rooming with.
You may opt to purchase Trip Insurance from an independent company which may cover you for events such as injuries, death in the family, etc. that may keep you from attending the trip. The Trip Insurance may also include coverage for injuries sustained on the trip and may include emergency medivacing. If you purchase Trip Insurance, you will need to file your claim directly with the insurance company for reimbursement. We take no responsibility for this trip insurance as it is offered by independent companies.
***CANCELLATION BY US (ADVENTURE SOCIETY)***: We reserve the right to cancel an activity at any time and for any reason, cancellations could take place as late as the morning of the activity when you arrive at the meeting/pick up location. If we decide to cancel an activity we will make every attempt to notify you by 5pm, but in some circumstances, notification will be by 7pm the day before the activity by email and/or phone; it is your responsibility to make sure your contact information in your online account is current at all times. If we cancel an activity, for a Non-Weather or a Non-Vendor related reason, you will have a choice of either: 1) A refund back to your credit card, minus a 7% administrative and processing fee. 2) A 100% non-transferable, non-redeemable online credit to your Adventure Society account, good for one year, which can be used towards any of our upcoming activities. *You must notify us via email at info@adventuresociety.com within 2 business days of the activity cancellation if you would like to receive the credit card refund minus the 7% fees; if you fail to notify us within 2 business days, we will automatically issue the Adventure Society account credit and you will NOT be able to receive the credit card refund. It is your responsibility to follow up and make sure your e-mail request has been received if you do not receive a response back from us. *Note: You will not be reimbursed for any travel time or travel expenses incurred for arriving at the meeting/pick up location regardless of when we cancel. *In order to apply your Adventure Society account credit to another activity, you must wait for an e-mail from us confirming that the credit has been applied to your Adventure Society account before registering for the new activity. If you register for a new activity before the credit is applied you will not be able to apply the credit to your registration. ***Other cancellation policies may apply and vary based upon activity. Make sure to thoroughly read all cancellation policy terms and conditions before you register for an activity.***
*WEATHER POLICY: Every activity has different conditions under which it can/cannot be run and some trips are more sensitive to conditions than others. We only work with seasoned professionals with many years experience whose judgment we trust and any cancellations will be made by these professionals. All trips have an adverse weather packing list to ensure that you are dressed properly. Make sure to read over the packing list thoroughly as soon as you receive it via email (or check your "My Calendar" link) and make sure to bring the extra items listed with you just in case the weather conditions change during the trip. As the Scandinavians say, "There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing." If you are dressed properly you will definitely be more comfortable! However, due to the nature of our activities, all activities are subject to environmental conditions which could affect the conditions of the activity, cancel part of an activity, or cancel an activity altogether. Adventure Society, and our Vendors, reserve the right to change, cancel part of, or cancel altogether any activity for reasons including, but not limited to, weather conditions, inability to get to a location, physical conditions of the location, lack of, or too much, snow, ice, wind, clouds, rain, water, waves, flooding, natural disasters, and other conditions. There will be no refunds issued if an activity is cancelled due to adverse conditions or for any reasons that make the trip unsafe; you will receive a non-transferable, non-redeemable online credit to your Adventure Society account, good for one year, which can be used towards any of our upcoming activities. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If we arrive at a location and the conditions are not conducive to run the activity, we will cancel the activity at that point and you will receive a partial credit, minus the cost of running the activity to that point. We will do our best to run the remaining activities to avoid canceling the trip altogether. ***Other cancellation policies may apply and vary based upon activity. Make sure to thoroughly read all cancellation policy terms and conditions before you register for an activity.***
***NO SNOW POLICIES*** - The dogs are trained for racing spring through fall. During the spring and fall they are trained in front of wooden carts with wheels. If there is no enough snow, the trip will still be run as usual and the carts will be substituted for the traditional dog sleds. The experience will be different, but unique all the same as you will get a feel for what spring/fall training is like! All other activities will remain the same. Note: If you choose not to participate in this activity if there is no snow, you will not receive a refund, NO EXCEPTIONS. By registering for this activity you agree to these policies and will be required to check off a terms and conditions box stating that you agree to these policies.
ADDITIONAL TERMS & CONDITIONS
UNDER 18 Although we welcome children on most Adventure Society activities, please note that not all activities are suitable for children. All children under the age of 18 have to be cleared with us prior to registering for any activity as there is special paperwork that has to be filled out in advance of them registering. This paperwork then has to be approved before the child is allowed on the trip. Please e-mail us at info@adventuresociety.com with the name and date of the activity and the ages of the child/children for approval before registering.
PRICE CHANGES We reserve the right to change the price of any activity at any time.
