DOGSLEDDING
Cast Outdoor Adventures is an education based company that offers a variety of immersive experiences in the wilderness surroundings of Ely and into the BWCA.
Offerings include midday and sunset tours, full-day trophy ice fishing trips, gear hauls, and multi-day winter camping trips with ice fishing.
We serve able bodied individuals as well as those with physical and intellectual disabilities. We also facilitate adaptive dogsledding by utilizing our custom adaptive sleds. Click on our nonprofit link to learn more about our upcoming projects.
Our day trips into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area give you the opportunity to venture deep into one of North America's most spectacular wilderness areas and enjoy a scenic backcountry ride.
You will be able to see sights you have never seen before as winter reveals unique landscapes that differ dramatically from the summer scenery.
If you're up for a challenge and love adventure, dogsledding is just the thing!
DOGSLEDDING TRIP OPTIONS
Our partial day experience is perfect for families looking for the right balance of adventure and reprieve from the cold.
The sunset tour starts from approximately 3-5 p.m. You will arrive an additional hour prior to your departure time on trail.
Departure times vary according to the sunset.
Trip Details
Meet the dogs and learn what is necessary to prepare a dog team for your trip. The introduction includes topics on nutrition, physical exams, a massage routine (productive petting), proper harness application & safety instructions.
Hooks up! Off we go on a 5-6 mile trek into the wilderness.
Halfway we will stop for photos and switch up riding positions if desired.
Hooks up! We're back on the trail, mushing 5-6 miles to the landing.
Arrive at the landing, trip reflection, take final photos, and say goodbyes.
The sunset run starts in daylight and transitions to nighttime mushing by headlamp. (Our favorite time to mush!)
Hot drinks included.
2.5-3 hours on trail
$350 per adult
$175 per child ~ Ages (6-15)
$50 per infant ~ Ages (0-5)
Two person minimum
SUNSET & MIDDAY RUN
Want to see all of our dogs and know their names?
Not for the faint of heart! Moderate physical fitness is required.
As we travel through the wilderness, we will stop at several points to explore and take in the beauty of the BWCA. There will also be plenty of time for photographs, so don't forget your phone or camera.
This full day trip begins at approximately 9 a.m. and ends around 5 p.m.
Trip Details
Arrival at your predetermined destination for a safety brief, gear check, and instructions.
Meet the dogs and learn what is necessary to prepare a dog team for your trip. This includes: nutrition, physical exams, a massage routine (productive petting), and proper harness application.
Hooks up! Off we go on an 10-15 mile trek into the wilderness.
Breaktime! Your guide will start a wood fire, and lunch is served. Hot drinks like cocoa, tea, and cider are provided.
Hooks up! We're back on the trail, mushing another 10-15 miles.
The sun will have set and we will be mushing by headlamp through the wilderness.
Arrive at the landing, trip reflection, take final photos, and say goodbyes.
Soup or chili with baguette/sour dough bread, hot drinks & campfire included.
5.5-6 hours on trail
$600 per adult
$450 per child ~ Ages (6-15)
$150 per infant ~ Ages (0-5)
Two person minimum
IMMERSIVE FULL DAY
Gear Hauls ~ TO OUR BW BASE CAMPS ONLY
$800 per dog team with a maximum of 250 lbs, $500 per person ride along - BWCA
(prices are for round trip)
This requires a detailed phone conversation, please call to book. (218.235.9749)
Make sure your adventure is enjoyable by staying warm. Check out the rental clothing offer from
Wintergreen Northern Wear. You will work directly with them to secure clothing.
