Alaska Garden Gate B&B recommends a trip to Vern Halter’s kennel—the enthusiasm Vern and his team have for mushing is infectious, and you’ll be amazed at how much you’ll learn about it as a sport and a way of life up here.
What You'll Experience
Located about 40 minutes north of Alaska Garden Gate B&B, Dream a Dream Dog Farm homestead invites visitors to meet Iditarod veterans Vern and his wife Susan, and the star athletes, the dogs.
Iditarod Presentation includes a 10 minute video filmed on the Iditarod Trail, followed by informative demonstrations on training and care for the dogs, race logistics and trail conditions, and how the race strategy has evolved.
Then, meet the huskies, take photos, and take a guided nature walk through the woods with the puppies.
Finally, take a ride with the dogs on the new 6-person rig through the woods. You can see and feel the power and love the dogs have for what they do.
Specifics
8:30, 12:00 or 3:00 p.m. daily
(let us know your preference).
Alaska Garden Gate B&B partnered with these activities because they are the best at what they do. These folks are long-time Alaskans who love to share what it’s like to
live in such a magnificent place!
"Splurge" and do one (or several) of these activities. Get to know about the “real” Alaska. Consider spending more of your trip in the Mat-Su Valley area, so you can actually do more and not be in the car all day, every day.
Booking tours through Alaska Garden Gate’s website is provided as a convenience to you. See their websites, too, if you would like to.
If you Book these activities through this website, Karen at Alaska Garden Gate will make the reservations, and send you vouchers for each person and an itinerary.
Feel free to call Karen at Alaska Garden Gate B&B if you have questions (907) 746-2333.
Each company has provided proof of insurance to Alaska Garden Gate and has an excellent safety record.
Located about 40 minutes north of Alaska Garden Gate B&B, Dream a Dream Dog Farm homestead invites visitors to meet Iditarod veterans Vern and his wife Susan, and the star athletes, the dogs.
