How to Get to Your Dogsled Adventure We love visitors, we ask that you please call ahead to request a tour if you are coming to the lodge without a trip reservation. Guests with reservations, please check with us first if you want to come earlier than your designated check-in time. You must be accompanied by a Wintergreen staff member to enter the kennel. The property also includes a private residence. Double-check your exact starting location and check-in time on your trip itinerary at one of...

A History Of Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge Our History Celebrating 38 Years on "The Road Less Traveled" Call it an epiphany, but ever since our first dogsled trip in 1979, winter has been a way of life. We’ve learned to stay warm, have fun and follow our dreams in some of the world’s most wintery places. And three decades of crafting our own clothing has kept us cozy -- along with fans of Wintergreen Northern Wear, our functional, distinctive 4-season activewear that's "Made with Pride" in Ely,...

Testimonials The comments below are excerpted from the many thank you letters we receive after each Wintergreen dogsled trip. If you'd like us to put you in touch with one or more of our guests as references regarding their Wintergreen experience, just let us know. As long as I have memories, I will have memories of my many Wintergreen adventures. My #1 all-time favorite trip/adventure/vacation. Love you all! Sandy R. I love...

Our Two Legged Team We are very proud of the "Wintergreen Team," which includes founder/director Paul Schurke, our dogsled guides, our chef, food service and housekeeping staff (and of course our "4-legged" kennel staff!). They are dedicated professionals and first class athletes, trained in wilderness first aid and well versed in local history and ecology. Many guests site their guides as the highlight of their trip.  Erik Nelson Dogsled Guide Summer months, I work in the...