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Fairbanks/Last Frontier Mushing Co-op

2-Hour Fall Evening Mush

September 1st - November 30th

Fairbanks

Overview

Meeting point
Fairbanks
Group size
Up to 12 passengers

Rates

$125

Adults

$125

Kids

$125

Lap Children

Details

Be the first to witness Aurora season!#

About#

Did you know—Fall is one of the best times to catch the Northern Lights? Join us on a 2-hour adventure on a comfortable side-by-side. Enjoy a complimentary thermos of Northern Lights Hot Cocoa and listen to stories of the trail. Warm up before and after in our wood fired Mongolian yurt.

❖ Hands-On with Alaskan Huskies

❖ Chase the Northern Lights

❖ Hot Cocoa for the trail

❖ Catered to Small Groups

Rates

Adults** (Ages 13+) $250.00

Children** (Ages 8-12) $125

Age Minimum** 8 years old

Duration

  • Tour Length: 2 Hours
  • Trail Time: 1.5 Hours*
  • Trail mileage for the Fall Mush varies from 2 to 7 miles as the dogs become more conditioned and we can lengthen the mileage of their training runs.

Weather + Temperature

  • Weather varies from wet & rain to dry & crisp. Check the weather beforehand and dress accordingly.
  • Fall temperatures also vary incredibly as well. 60 degree days are considered warm, but in the evening the temperatures can dip down into the 30's to 40's. Dress warm!

What to Wear

  • Cold Days: Dress in layers (thermals & puff coats)
  • Wet Days: Dress in layers with a waterproof outer layer.

Included#

  • Hot Cocoa

Not Included#

  • Rain Gear
  • Transportation

Before you go

*Please read the important information below carefully:*#

What's next?

Secure transportation to our location! **We do not provide transportation nor do we recommend using a ride share app (Uber/Lyft).** Read through our transportation suggestions here.

What's Included:

  • Hot Drinks: Tea, Hot Cocoa or Apple Cider.

Not Included:

  • Bottled Water
  • Gear: We highly recommend packing rain gear in September and/or warm weather gear in October. Always come prepared with warm clothing!

**Directions:**#

  • **Travel Time:** It takes 45 minutes to arrive to our location from Fairbanks if driving 45-50 mph. If road conditions are slow and you intend on driving less than 45 mph, it will take closer to 55 minutes.
  • **Arrival Time:** Maximum of 10-15 minutes prior to tour start time. Please **do not arrive any more than 15 minutes early to your tour**--We have a 30 minute buffer between tours to allow our guides & dogs a break to snack/recuperate and to ensure a private leisurely paced experience for each guest. Please wait in your vehicle for a guide to greet you.
  • **Front Gate:** If you arrive exceedingly early, the front gate will be closed. Please wait for your guide to open the gate. Do not get dropped off at the gate and do not open the gate.
  • **Directions:** Though it is not hard to find our location, please read the DIRECTIONS closely and **REMEMBER** Grange Hall Road = GOOD! Kauffman Lane = BAD!

See you soon!

Best,

The Mushing Co-op Crew

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