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Learn Husky Dog Sledding For One and Family Pass

£122
EAHHU
2 hrs
  • Includes an entry pass for two adults and two children into Kent's leading bird of prey centre
  • You will meet a husky handler who can explain what the dogs do and talk about their history
  • Learn how to ride the cart yourself and control the huskies along with your specialised handler
  • Back at the centre after your ride, a hot drink and slice of cake will be waiting

About

Who says you need snow to ride behind a team of huskies? These descendents of the wolf family love to run, so if the sled is on wheels then any terrain works. All you need to think about is holding on tight, these dogs don't hang around for slow boarders! Don't worry, we're not going to throw you to the dogs (who're quite happy with their diet of meat and fish), you'll meet a husky handler who can explain what the dogs do, why and give some history of where they come from. You'll be shown how to ride the cart and control the dogs and along with your handler, will get to ride behind a team of two to four dogs through the stunning Darent Valley. Back at the centre, warm up with a hot drink and piece of cake. It may look easy, but the balance and skill required makes for some tiring mushing or hiking (terms used to run the sled). You also get a family pass for two adults and two children into the centre, which houses many fascinating creatures including displays of reptiles and birds.

Locations

  • Eynsford, Kent

Reviews

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So Much Fun!
Lauren D
11 Dec 2009
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Really Nice Day For All The Family
Nigel H
12 Oct 2008
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Great day
Roger M
17 Feb 2008

Key Info

Availability: Weekdays between October and March for the experience day. The family pass visit can be taken on the same day (if the centre is open) or on a later date. Eagle Heights is open weekends only from 11am to 4pm during November, January and February and closes throughout December.
Participant Guidelines: Minimum age 14. Maximum weight 18 stone. This experience is not suitable if you have a heart condition, back, spine or neck problem, epilepsy or are pregnant. The family pass entitles two adults (18 or over) and two children (4 - 14) to free entry.
Weather: Inclement weather may affect this experience, so please call the centre for a weather check before setting out. If your experience is cancelled due to the weather it will be re-booked for an alternative date.
Duration: Expect to be at the centre for up to two hours. Your family pass to the centre is valid for year from the date of your experience and is issued to you on arrival at the centre.
Numbers On Day: You will share your experience with the handler and just one other participant on the sled.
Spectators: Spectating guests using the included family pass are welcome to watch from the sidelines. Dogs are NOT allowed. There is also a cafe on site.
Dress Code: Dress for the outdoors, with wellingtons or walking boots. Bring a change of clothes if the weather is particularly bad.
Other Info: During this experience you will actually help to control the sled. We offer a similar experience for two people to ride on the sled and a version for an adult and child to ride together. Please contact us for further details.
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