ABOUT THE EVENT:
Try Skijoring: The Ultimate Winter Adventure with Your Dog
Have you ever imagined gliding across the snow, powered by your enthusiastic pup? Skijoring—Norwegian for “ski driving”—is an exciting blend of cross-country skiing and dog sledding, perfect for active dogs and their humans. Whether you’re completely new to the sport or want to refine your skills, this event is designed to help you and your dog become a great team on the snow—alongside other dogs and handlers learning together.
Golden Dog Adventure Co. is partnering with Gunstock Mountain Resort again this year to offer an introductory skijoring lesson that will teach you everything you need to get started in a supportive group setting where both dogs and people benefit from shared experience, observation, and encouragement.
What to Expect:
-Learn the Basics
Begin with a hands-on equipment demonstration, where you’ll see how to properly outfit your dog in a skijoring harness and connect via towline. Learning as a group allows you to see different dog builds, movement styles, and setups—helpful for understanding what works best for your dog.
-Guided Practice on a Groomed Figure-8 Course
Work with an instructor as you and your dog learn to move together as a team. Watching other dogs take turns on the course can be incredibly valuable, especially for dogs new to the sport—many gain confidence simply by observing calm, focused dogs ahead of them. Our group format also allows for shared troubleshooting, encouragement, and real-time adjustments.
-Explore the Trails
After the lesson, enjoy access to Gunstock’s beautifully groomed trails to practice and have fun at your own pace.
Included:
-1-hour group lesson with expert instruction, including skijoring harnesses for both dog and handler
-Trail pass for the afternoon, allowing you to enjoy Gunstock’s groomed trails after your lesson
-NEW: Pre-event preparation guide with recommended skijoring cues and commands to practice with your dog ahead of time
-NEW: Desensitization exercises to help dogs become comfortable with skis, poles, and snowshoes before event day
-NEW: Curated educational resources and video links covering skijoring basics and fundamentals
-On-site support with equipment setup, fit, and adjustments throughout the clinic
-Event-day comfort supplies including blankets, towels, water, bowls, and treats for dogs
-Group-learning environment that allows teams to observe, learn from one another, and build confidence together
For all the details and to REGISTER, visit:
https://goldendognh.com/events/special-event-intro-to-skijoring-2026/
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