Arctic Quest Sled Dog Adventures
Arctic Quest Sled Dog Adventures
Arctic Quest Sled Dog Adventures
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now you don't have to travel to Alaska to enoy the thrills of working with these amazing sled dogs. Arctic Quest is the only company in the UK that gives you the chance to learn how to mush a team of dogs yourself.There is plenty of hands on time with the team as you become an integrual part of the team. We offer several packages including children and you can even choose to stay in our traditional Sami Tipi to fully experience life as a musher. This really is an experience of a lifetime and one not to be missed.
Tewkesbury, England
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Maybs247
Cardiff, UK52 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Superb time with Vickie and the pack. We were well briefed with a strong emphasis on safety, and Vickie let us choose what we felt we were comfortable with- either a solo ride or with her as a tandem.
The sensation of riding with the dogs was amazing and we easily got up to 22/24mph with these awesome animals who live to run.
Once the dogs had calmed down after their sprint we had plenty of time to meet and stroke the dogs and ask lots of questions.
The morning ended with Vickie brewing up over an open fire and sharing a very welcome bacon or egg sandwich cooked over the flames.
Good luck with everything Vickie and the dogs.
Vickie is an incredible woman and I’d recommend this to anyone!
The sensation of riding with the dogs was amazing and we easily got up to 22/24mph with these awesome animals who live to run.
Once the dogs had calmed down after their sprint we had plenty of time to meet and stroke the dogs and ask lots of questions.
The morning ended with Vickie brewing up over an open fire and sharing a very welcome bacon or egg sandwich cooked over the flames.
Good luck with everything Vickie and the dogs.
Vickie is an incredible woman and I’d recommend this to anyone!
Written 15 April 2023
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Mertzie***
Exeter, UK7 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
An Amazing experience that will never be forgotten.
Accompanied by his Dad, We purchased this adventure for our 6 year old grandsons birthday, as we wanted to do something a little different
From the time we got to the venue to the time we left, the whole experience was thrilling.
Vickie is an inspiration and cares passionately about her Dogs. Her attention to detail was exceptional, from the initial briefing, to harnessing the dogs and thundering down the course at great speed.
Initially, I was slightly apprehensive as the hounds were so excited and just wanted to run but Vickie being such an experienced handler made it all look so seamless. She is DEFINATELY in a league of her own.
Being spectators, my husband and I had the time of our lives just watching something so amazing.
Afterwards, we all had coffee and bacon rolls, cooked by Vickie herself.
Unbelievable experience that our son and Grandson cannot stop talking about.
Big thanks to Vickie and Nom xx
Accompanied by his Dad, We purchased this adventure for our 6 year old grandsons birthday, as we wanted to do something a little different
From the time we got to the venue to the time we left, the whole experience was thrilling.
Vickie is an inspiration and cares passionately about her Dogs. Her attention to detail was exceptional, from the initial briefing, to harnessing the dogs and thundering down the course at great speed.
Initially, I was slightly apprehensive as the hounds were so excited and just wanted to run but Vickie being such an experienced handler made it all look so seamless. She is DEFINATELY in a league of her own.
Being spectators, my husband and I had the time of our lives just watching something so amazing.
Afterwards, we all had coffee and bacon rolls, cooked by Vickie herself.
Unbelievable experience that our son and Grandson cannot stop talking about.
Big thanks to Vickie and Nom xx
Written 3 August 2023
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Suzanne H
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We spent a wonderful morning with Vickie and her incredible dogs. Vickie was informative and very safety conscious advising us sensibly of potential dangers particularly on a frost covered field. We loved our opportunity to interact with the huskies and hounds and we met Vickie’s world championship winning team. It was great to watch Vickie’s skill and care in handling her dogs. The rides were great fun and very exciting even for the spectators.
Our experience ended with hot drinks and bacon sandwiches by the campfire which were much appreciated on a bitterly cold day. It was fascinating to chat with Vickie and hear about her life competing around the world. We would highly recommend this experience. Thank you Vickie!
Our experience ended with hot drinks and bacon sandwiches by the campfire which were much appreciated on a bitterly cold day. It was fascinating to chat with Vickie and hear about her life competing around the world. We would highly recommend this experience. Thank you Vickie!
Written 1 December 2023
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CharlotteSays
Bournemouth, UK35 contributions
Apr 2023
We organised for a group of 20 to do this experience and the entire group has a fantastic time. Vickie is so engaging and informative and it's so interesting to hear about how she became the UK's leading dog sled racer. Of course the highlight of the day is spending time with the dogs and you can tell Vickie is passionate about the wellbeing of her dogs, she clearly loves them dearly and the dogs absolutely love what they do. After dog sledding we prepared and cooked our own trout, had a delicious stew and roasted marshmallows on the campfire. It was a very wholesome and rewarding day and this is kudos to Vickie and her team for looking after us so well
Written 6 April 2023
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George
2 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
Booked the full mush experience for my partner and had a wonderful time. Vickie and her staff were very professional looking after the welfare of us as well as her many dogs. The experience was suited to my partners level of confidence by offering a passsnger ride with 6 dogs instead of the two dog solo experience.
It is obvious from the start that Vickie has a genuine passion for the sport and care for her teams which we where more than delighted to be able to support and cannot speak highly enough about!
Ps: good luck competing this October :)
It is obvious from the start that Vickie has a genuine passion for the sport and care for her teams which we where more than delighted to be able to support and cannot speak highly enough about!
Ps: good luck competing this October :)
Written 11 April 2021
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GG84847
Dublin, Ireland12 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Vickie absolutely made our day!
The dogs are fantastic and clearly love every second of what they do. Vickie is so devoted to the dogs and the sport and it was lovely to get a small glimpse of that.
As the other reviews say, Vickie knows exactly what she is doing and gave us a great individual experience. My boyfriend went solo (with Vickie alongside him on the bike) and I was less confident so went with Vickie as a passenger. And we both absolutely loved it!
We got to spend time fussing over the dogs, learning all about the sport and the icing on the cake was sitting with Vickie around the fire with our bacon sandwich having a chat and putting the world to rights!
Would highly recommend.
The dogs are fantastic and clearly love every second of what they do. Vickie is so devoted to the dogs and the sport and it was lovely to get a small glimpse of that.
As the other reviews say, Vickie knows exactly what she is doing and gave us a great individual experience. My boyfriend went solo (with Vickie alongside him on the bike) and I was less confident so went with Vickie as a passenger. And we both absolutely loved it!
We got to spend time fussing over the dogs, learning all about the sport and the icing on the cake was sitting with Vickie around the fire with our bacon sandwich having a chat and putting the world to rights!
Would highly recommend.
Written 26 October 2020
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Cat D
United Kingdom5 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
What a fantastic morning. Vickie was super friendly and it was great to see dogs doing what they love.
You get the opportunity to get hands on with the dogs so it’s great for either spectating or taking part. We are splattered with mud, licks & paw prints and we left smiling from ear to ear
we’ll be coming back for more adventures soon xx
You get the opportunity to get hands on with the dogs so it’s great for either spectating or taking part. We are splattered with mud, licks & paw prints and we left smiling from ear to ear
we’ll be coming back for more adventures soon xx
Written 21 January 2022
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Sasha B
Oxfordshire, UK9 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
Both my sister and I had an amazing time taking part in the full mush. Vickie is such an inspiration, her knowledge and enthusiasm for the dogs is incredible. The mush was so much fun, we had a great time working our way up through calmer dogs to actually getting mush world champion dogs!!
We loved hearing all about Vickies travels, competitions and how she cares for the dogs.
Getting to have plenty of cuddles with the dogs made for a perfect morning all topped off with a hot cuppa and fresh cooked bacon roll.
I cannot recommend enough!!
We loved hearing all about Vickies travels, competitions and how she cares for the dogs.
Getting to have plenty of cuddles with the dogs made for a perfect morning all topped off with a hot cuppa and fresh cooked bacon roll.
I cannot recommend enough!!
Written 27 April 2021
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Reusch84
Chatteris, UK143 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Decided to treat this experience as a gift to my wife and we were both thrilled.
From the first moment we were looked after and treated very well, with Vickie talking us through what she was doing and why the whole time. We found it all fascinating and loved interacting with her and her Huskies and hounds. We also loved the experience on the rig riding around with the dogs, initially anxious about falling off but actually doing just fine. It was also fascinating to talk with Vickie about her experiences and skills with the dogs.
After a hot drink and lunch we went off e-biking up the local hill/mountain and enjoyed both the experience and searching for deer. Ultimately we got lucky with the weather as the last stretch back to the car was the only time we had rain - heavy and soaking rain mind you!
We loved the day and would really recommend this experience to anyone!
From the first moment we were looked after and treated very well, with Vickie talking us through what she was doing and why the whole time. We found it all fascinating and loved interacting with her and her Huskies and hounds. We also loved the experience on the rig riding around with the dogs, initially anxious about falling off but actually doing just fine. It was also fascinating to talk with Vickie about her experiences and skills with the dogs.
After a hot drink and lunch we went off e-biking up the local hill/mountain and enjoyed both the experience and searching for deer. Ultimately we got lucky with the weather as the last stretch back to the car was the only time we had rain - heavy and soaking rain mind you!
We loved the day and would really recommend this experience to anyone!
Written 18 September 2022
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amycatherine2014
Cambridge, UK33 contributions
Jul 2020
We were really grateful to Vickie for fitting us in her busy schedule after we had to postpone our booking from April due to the pandemic. We had a really great day, Vickie is so passionate and knowledgeable and she is a great teacher, very patient and encouraging. The dogs are incredible and it was great to spend some time with them. Vickie is very quick at tailoring the dogs and the rides to suit people's ability and confidence.
Written 21 July 2020
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Hi , is there a chance to interact with the dogs ?
My child loves huskies
Can we spectate ?
Written 3 March 2021
Hi,
We are planning to visit during the Christmas period. What days are you open? Also we will be staying locally with our two dogs is it ok to bring them along to the site?
Written 1 November 2019
Hi,
Many thanks for your question - I am really booked up now and would struggle to get anything in until Mid Jan, can you drop me an email of the dates you are in the area and I can have a look and see if there is anything I can do for you: (email is on my website)
Many thanks
Vickie
Written 4 November 2019
How much does it cost please for husky rides?
Written 15 August 2017
Hey Caroline
Many thanks for your question.
The full mush is £99 per person and group bookings start at £30 per person. Hope this helps please feel free to drop me an email or call with any other questions or if you wish to make a booking. Many thanks vickie AQ
07968794758
Written 16 August 2017
We are coming to Tewksbury for a few days in September and I am really attracted to your facility. A few questions:
- I have a small spinal stenosis and this has affected my sense of balance to the extent that I have had to give up riding horses and flying aeroplanes. There don't seem to be any other effects. I could possibly ride a bike, but I haven't tried. Otherwise I am quite fit and healthy. Would this be OK for sledding?
- In view of the above, I see you have different sled configurations, from a 2-wheel bike to a more tricycle shape. Is this relevant?
- What are the times of your sessions?
- Is a meal included?
- I think my wife will prefer to spectate and I see a £10 fee. Will she be able to see all of the action? (in other words, do you follow a small track or a long woodland trail?)
Thanks
Written 26 July 2016
Hi, I have Parkinsons which similarly effects my balance. With the 3 wheeled trike I didn't have any problem. You get to try your abilities & confidence over just a few yards first to see how you handle it. My Step-Daughter wasn't very confident, so she rode on the back of the quad bike while the Husky's were being trained in a pull of this.
The circuit is just a short one, so your wife can see just about all the action. The food is prepared on a skillet over an open fire & is excellent! Just a bacon or sausage sandwich, but really hit the spot.
Written 27 July 2016
Wendy l
Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Would this be suitable for our 23 yr old grandson
Written 22 October 2015
Hey Wendy,
Many thanks for your question and sorry I have only just responded this has only just come through to me. I hope the above helps answer your question. 6 years old is the minimum age and thanks everyone for the such kind words.
Many thanks
Vickie AQ
Written 27 October 2015
Wendy l
Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
We are thinking of buying this for our 23 yr old grandson, in your opinion would it be suitable for a lad of that age ?
Written 22 October 2015
Hey Wendy,
Many thanks for your enquiry. Yes no problem at all we can cater from 6 years up. If you wish to make a booking or buy a voucher the best thing to do would be to drop me an email or call, this info is found on our website (sorry I cant post that on this reply, if you google Arctic Quest you should find at the top)
Many thanks
Vickie
Written 23 October 2015
Hi all,
how easy is it to get around say to Graceland, Missip river cruise, sun studios (the usual sights i suppose :) from Springhill? Hope to going in November so i'm guessing it's quieter then?? also how safe do you all see it as being? all input welcome, thanks :)
Written 20 January 2015
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