I booked a tour for my husband and his family that are in town. We had one person that was unable to come. They gave us a full refund for her. Yesterday they went and had a fantastic time. My husband enjoyed this experience more than our other sled dog experience. He appreciated the private tour, spending more quality time with family. We would recommend Black Spruce for sure.

This was an incredible experience. It was raining on and off the day of our hike, and the owners communicated with us about our options to reschedule or push through. Luckily they had some raincoats and boots for some members of our party. We had such a good time playing with the dogs, the puppies, and hiking. On the hike, the dogs continually circle around the group and dart in and out of the forest, its quite funny. The owners also let me accomplish my dream of drowning in a puppy puddle. I would recommend Black Spruce to anyone, and if you are a dog person, do not miss it.Also, if you have any interest in dog sledding, animal behavior, or even living off the grid in Alaska, the owners are a fountain of knowledge and answered all of our questions. We loved this experience and would go back in a heartbeat.

We were there for a mushing experience and have enjoyed every part of it! If you have 2 people in a group one gets to stand on the back like a musher and the other gets to simply enjoy the ride (did I mention you can swap places to try both??). It’s the second dog Sledding experience and the best one by far! You get to pet lovely dogs and take awesome pictures. These awesome puppers do annual race so you can be sure they’re experts on what they do! Lovely staff great experience...couldn’t recommend this place enough!

Upon driving onto the property, my husband and I were met by a frenzy of excited dogs. What a welcome!!! Because we were the only guests (it being shoulder season) Jeff and Katti Jo’s tour unfolded so organically and naturally that it felt, for us, more like a visit with new friends and their athletic team...all 50 of them. Everything about the experience: Jeff and Katti Jo’s story, each dog whom you come in contact with, the wonderful wintry landscape, excite all your senses and warm your heart. Highly recommended!

It was one of the BEST experiences in Alaska!!The weather was super cold but they had gears (gloves. Warm pants. Shoes. Hats...etc) to keep you warm.The dogs are lovely, friendly and energetic.We really enjoyed everything there!Guide was super nice and kind. He explained really well and answered kind to all of my questions.And it felt good that the dogs look like they are truly happy.We went there at 3, there were beautiful sunset while riding the sledding.I HIGHLY recommend you to visit.(Especially, if you love to hug happy jumping dogs)

There are a lot of awesome things to do in Alaska - but this is for sure one of them. Katie and Jeff are amazing people who have a unique way of life and are willing to share it with visitors like us. The dogs are awesome and they love their job! It’s so fun watching the dogs get excited when they load up the sled. If you love dogs, you’ll LOVE this place. I thought all dogs went to heaven... they might just go to Fairbanks, Alaska.

My wife and I visited Black Spruce July 2020 and it was wonderful. The dogs were very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of information. Their humans were great also. The puppies were so cute. We had a great time and highly recommend.

Awesome experience!! They were great with the kids. Highly recommend.

Had an amazing time with Riley, its clear these guys love their dogs and allow them lots of exercise opportunities. These dogs are a fountain of unconditional love and have a fiery spirit to take you through the snowy night. This was an amazing first-timer mushing experience.

Just after Labor Day this year, my wife and I were in Fairbanks and wanted to do something just a bit out of the normal touristy things. We had seen some of the dog sled ads in the local magazine and just Googled a few. Black Spruce seem to come up over and over with great reviews. Not knowing much about what we going to see, we really just wanted to see the dogs maybe take a quick tour and be done. What we got from Jeff and Katie at Black Spruce was just over the top and actually made us fans looking forward to the Iditarod! We just werent interested in a run with the dogs, we value more learning and just seeing things that are new to us. Jeff and Katie took over an hour and sat down to explain the history, lifestyle and dogs with us in and answered every question we had. To be honest, it was like they were treating us as family and we were just strangers that drove up to their place! We spent time with the dogs, took plenty of pics and just had a sensational time with the them and their pups. Best part for me is that I will now watch the iditarod and have someone I am rooting for. To be honest, we haven t even ruled out a return trip to see them off at the start of the race. Good people deserve good things and Jeff and Katie are exactly that. Do not pass this opportunity up if you are in the area. 5 Stars!! Sean and Sharon Ferbrache!

Great time. Our guide was fantastic at telling us everything we wanted to know and even more fun stuff we didnt think to ask. He treated his dogs wonderfully and they were also some of the most energetic well behaved dogs Ive been around. He stopped several places to let us take photos. We would recommend this company to anyone.

Im not a big reviewer, but this was an absolutely fantastic experience! Not a typical commercial tourist tour; rather, a genuine step into the lives of the people and dogs of competitive mushing. Jeff and Katies passion for the sport, Alaska and above all, their dogs, is remarkable. If you are a lover of dogs, history or of competition you absolutely must book a tour. Dont let the price deter you as it is an experience that cant be replicated! Please give Tundra a hug for me. He finished the 2019 Iditarod at ELEVEN years old and is still pulling strong at twelve.

These people are amazing and are truly passionate about dog sledding! Theyre so nice and friendly and make you feel welcome from the very start! The puppies are adorable and most are friendly enough to pet. I recommend bringing some winter gear but if you forget something, they will provide hats, gloves and boots for anyone. I highly recommend coming here and experience what dog sledding means and feels like!

We are from Atlanta and this was incredible. Mandy was great. She told us all about the dogs as we were petting and getting love from them. Our favorite part of the ride was being on the sled behind Mandy.This was a great way to start our day. I would definitely recommend Black Spruce to everyone.The dogs were very happy and didnt seem like they were doing something they didnt want to. When Mandy got each one to harness they were able to run around and then came right over to get harnessed to run. Great fun!

It was great I went with my family we had a great time. We got to meet the puppies and dogs and we had a great time getting pulled and we hope to sponsor a dog!

This was the highlight of our Alaska trip. Very unique and informative. Most of all, fun

Simply the best activity we did Im Fairbanks. The dogs are just fantastic. They are not regular house dogs, so they can be very jumpy and excitable, but for all the good reasons. Wish I stayed close so that I can visit again.The guide was spectacular too. She made sure we had a nice and safe time. She taught us how to secure the dogs to the sled, and everything about dog sledding, how the dogs are raised, etc.I would totally recommend this to anyone visiting Fairbanks and are in for a great adventure!

Had an amazing time with Luther and Riley taking our group of four out. They told us all about the dogs, how they take care of them and about the races they do. It was fun getting to meet all the dogs, then harnessing them and going on a mushing run. You get to stand on a sled in the back or sit in the front sled. Was so beautiful and got a sprinkling of snow while we were out!Cant recommend highly enough!

Dog sledding has been on the top of my bucket list for as long as I can remember. Black Spruce beyond exceeded my expectations, even in -15 degree weather! The dogs are so happy and loved, it’s apparent that these mushers live their entire lives for their team of dogs and it’s so special. The scenery is beautiful as you either sit behind the dogs or stand and help mush. We had the best time and would 100% recommend this incredible experience and very professional and reputable company.

There is a reason why these guys are the most and the highest reviewed mushers in Fairbanks.- They were very good with driving directions (emailed us the instructions as GPS NAV gets sketchy in Fairbanks)- Theyve a well established setup with enclosures for puppies, heated tents for guests and individual kennels for the dogs themselves. The setup really looked impressive from the onset of our arrival!- The handlers (Jeff and Co) are very friendly and were very enthusiastic in enlightening us about the culture of dog mushing.- The activity itself which is around 45 mins to 1 hour was so much fun. Jeff was constantly interacting with us while piloting the sled and taking us through a trail that is so beautiful that words wont do it enough justice.I know there are other operators in Fairbanks and Im sure they might be good but I would recommend these guys without a doubt based on the experience Weve had. They only focus on mushing and not other activities like snowmobile or ice fishing etc, which is indicative of how dedicated they are to their dogs. Book well in advance of your trip to Fairbanks and you wont regret for choosing them over other people who might accommodate you on short notice!!

What an amazing experience! This was highlight of my vacation. It was not only a lot of fun but I learned so much. The owners and staff have such a passion for what they do and their dogs are their family. Its as hands on as you want it to be. If you want, you can put the harness on the dogs and hook up them up for the mushing experience. The dogs are very friendly and you get to learn a lot about how they live and train for the iditarod. I highly recommend this activity for all.

If youre in Alaska for any reason you have to do this! It is so much fun and a bucket list item that you have to check off! When you first arrive you got into a heated tent type structure where the guide/musher gives you the low down on dog sledding, the two most famous races and their own experiences. Luther was our guide and was just awesome. We go to meet the dogs, Neptune being my favorite! After that, he explained the sleds, safety procedures, and how to stand on the back sled. During the ride he explained more about the dogs, ensuring both sitting and standing passengers could hear him. I so badly want to go again, it was so much fun and ranks right up there as one of my best birthday experiences I have ever had.

This was my second time to use Black Spruce. First was with a coworker in Dec of 16. This time (Dec 17) I brought my wife. The first time was a night trip in 2016. The northern lights was cool to see but the sled trip was in the dark so not much to see. My wife and I chose a day trip and it far exceeded our expectations. Jeff was our musher and shared a ton of information about mushing, the dogs, and racing. It was great to see the amazing views along the trail. The dogs were fantastic and friendly with lots of personality and boy do they love to run. I highly recommend Black Spruce if you want a quality experience. Photos of both day and night trips attached.

A group of five of us went on this adventure. Jeff and Katie were so welcoming. They introduced us to the dogs, with which we got to pet and interact. Then Katie and Jeff talked to us about the history of dog sledding and their part in the tradition (as well as their participation in the Iditarod and Yukon Quest races.) Then we helped hook the dogs up to the sled, which was actually a 6-person four-wheeler ATV. Once the dogs were in place, we were off! The dogs pulled us deep in to the Alaskan wilderness. We stopped three times to water and rest the dogs, experiencing the area and petting/praising the dogs each time. Once we returned to the camp we visited the puppy pen and were swarmed and mobbed by all of the Alaskan Husky pups! It was a great experience and Id strongly recommend it to those visiting Fairbanks or Denali.

Wonderful, incredible experience!! Lindsey and Acacia were absolutely fantastic. The dogs were amazing and this was an experience our group will never forget. Highly Recommend -Thank you Black Spruce Team!

They were very accommodating since we showed up late due to snow the night before. The tour was very nice and informative. Also, the place was very clean and views are great (if its not cloudy). You can see the dogs are well taken care of and loved.

Makes you feel alive! Excellent experience!Give yourself an extra 20’ to get there. Dress VERY warm! If you forget by any chance , the super friendly couple has lots of extra gear.Try to book a little early. They’re very busy DuduI got the holidays.MUST DO if you are visiting in the winter.

Christmas Eve tour with Acacia was amazing! The dogs were happy to see us, eager to get running and take us on a great ride! Our guide, Acacia, was fantastic about telling us what to do and when! Great way to spend a couple of hours today!

Today is our last day in Alaska and the trip has been incredible so far and people have been SO nice. Unfortunately, today we had a terrible experience with Black Spruce Dog Sledding. We searched a lot and ended up choosing them because of the good reviews, even though their price was almost twice as much as the others. So today we left the hotel 90 min before our scheduled time (its supposed to be 45 minutes away). They have directions and my friend was looking at them, but they were three pages long and her phone only load the first one, which ended with now youre 30min away. So, we thought it was only to drive straight ahead until we got there. This was Murphy Dome Rd, and we ended up at the observatory, which was full of soft snow and the car got stuck. My friend opened their page again (because we were obviously at the wrong place) and realized our mistake. We sent them a message saying we were lost and stuck and they called us. Well, they called to tell us we lost our reservation because we were far away and would not make it there on time, said they could not help us (I didnt even ask) and that I should wait because at some time some local would probably appear and help us (!!!!) or I should try to call the insurance if I had one. All this said in a very snarky way. Then I asked if we could reschedule and she said no. I asked about refunds, which she replied with No, we dont do refunds for people who dont follow directions., in a very condescending way. Mind you, we were far away, in a place very isolated (we were there for about 30min and not a single car drove by) and in -11°F weather. Im not stupid, I know it wasnt her problem and we would not get there on time, I understand losing it and the no refund. My issue is with the complete lack of empathy and humanity this person showed. Not ONCE she asked if we were okay, told us how to get to the correct place from there or anything at all. The whole point of the call was to say we lost the tour and our money, in a very snarky way. She could have said the same thing without being so rude. After a lot of shoveling (with a tiny shovel), I got us out of there and made it to the correct place (we got there 50min late, the tour was 90min long). There we met this guy, who is the owner and husband of the woman who called us. He told us the same thing she did, pretty much told us we didnt make it there because we were dumb and he couldnt do anything about it. Then when we talked about the instructions to get there he said a lot of people get lost and they try to improve it, but it is what it is and its not his problem if people cant read them. Again, my problem is not with missing the tour or the money (though yes, I was upset because we were excited about it and now we wont get to do it at all because today is our last day), its with how they made us feel like garbage. Im a business owner too, I deal with people all the time and I deal with a lot of dumb stuff, but Id never, ever treat anyone like this. I just hope they treat their dogs better than their costumers.

Amazing experience here with all energetic and cute doggies!

Great experience here! Friendly staffs and great dogs!

Oh my gosh! What an absolutely fantastic experience?! Katie and Jeff are super nice and answer every question we had. And holding puppies is completely wonderful. This should be on the top of any visitors list of things to do in Fairbanks. Thank you so much, Jeff and Katie!

This is easily the best thing my partner and I have done whilst travelling! The dogs were amazing, friendly and super cute. Our guide Luther was the best, explained everything to us and just an all round good bloke. This isnt your usual dog sledding place where you probably show up and get into the sled and go. At Black Spruce you get kitted up with the best equipment, get to meet the dogs, play with them, learn how to hook them up and then you get to go. Cant recommend this place enough!

My 2nd visit. Our Saturday morning sledding was epic! The young lady guiding our trek was extremely knowledgeable about dog sledding and answered all of our questions.

This was a great experience. The guides were very friendly. I would do this again, and would wholeheartedly recommend this facility.

Great experience, good guides and the best dogs

I went there in August so there wasnt any snow, and I booked the husky hiking tour. It was the first day of my honeymoon and I couldnt ask for anything better. After we spent a bit of time getting familiar with our furry friends and talking to the couple who runs this place, we went on a hike with 30 something puppies along with some large ones. The hike was not strenuous, more like a nice afternoon stroll and thats exactly what we were looking for. I was amazed to get to know the owners, they were very sweet and friendly and I really felt they were proud of their hard work and everything they have achieved. The place is also very neat and clean, they have some nice souvenirs for you to bring home to. My wife and I still talk about this place, and every time we do just hearing about this place makes our dog-lover friends jealous :-)

Great chance to experience the Alaskan way of life. Very informative and we loved playing with the puppies and all of the dogs. Very memorable experience for a very low price. This is an experience we will always remember.

We participated in one of the summer tours and had a great time with Jeff and Katie. They answered all of our question and the dogs are just amazing! Thank you a lot for giving us an impression of what you are doing!!! :)We highly recommend doing a tour with them! :)

I toured Black Spruce Dog Sledding on Aug 1, 2019. Jeff & Katie are super nice & super knowledgeable. They are crazy about their dogs and it shows. I had a blast and would recommend this to anyone visiting Fairbanks; I want to come back one winter and do real dog sledding. I even got to harness/unharness some dogs and left there smiling ear to ear and with puppy kisses all over my face. Best of luck to Jeff and Katie in future Iditarod races!

It was really a fantastic and unique experience! Remember to wear as much layers as possible

We went with a group of four friends and it was amazing! Tour guides, Riley and Noah were so happy to answer any questions and were so informative. The dogs are well cared for and seemed to really love the racing (and the petting). Best Alaskan experience yet!

The directions on the website are really helpful! Had no issues finding the place. Luther the guide was really nice, knew what he was talking about, and really took care of us.

So happy we chose Jeff and Katie to show us dog sledding! I brought my folks here and were already wondering when we can make it back with more family. The hosts at Black Spruce made sure we were comfortable and warm, were patient with our questions, and took time to explain details fully. The whole experience was very personal and didnt feel like a canned tourism activity. I think it was a great balance between everything - intro and harnessing/meeting the dogs, sledding, questions, photos, and binging the dogs back to their houses. Jeff and Katie have some snow pants and over-boots as well, but be sure to read their site and watch the video to get a feel for what to expect. Thanks!

Cant say enough about this fantastic place. Lindsey was so passionate about the dogs and mushing. We learned so much and had so much fun with the dogs. Had a great ride through the snow filled paths. Beautiful. Dont miss this incredible opportunity!

Riley was terrific! Jeff is currently off in the iditarod so when we showed up Riley was at my car and so excited to meet us and show off his dogs. They were all so amazing. (Juice and Neptune were the sweetest) Every dog was so happy, he was so good with them. After a quick lesson on how to ride the sled we were off... and once we got on the trail, WOW! The views and the scenery is amazing. Definitely checked off a bucket list item today!!

Amazing place and super amazing staff!

Such an unforgettable experience that I highly recommend. Jeff and Katie have thought of everything to make this an amazing experience. My boyfriend and I were with another couple but we all got the chance to talk one on one with each other. We went on the summer tour being pulled in an ATV but I would love to come back and do a winter tour. For the price and content of the tour I would 100% recommend black spruce dog sledding. Amazing experience!

Black spruce is an excellent option for the thrill seeker who desires the epic experience of dog sledding. Tucked far back in the hills of Fairbanks, the property and surrounding views were phenomenal. To add, the experience was one of a kind. First we got to meet the dogs and learn about their every day life’s and training as sled dogs.Our tour guide Riley was outstanding and was so personable and fun. He gave us all the details and ins and outs of dog sledding and the lives of a sled dog and musher. He let us harness the dogs and trained us to mush. Then we hit the trail and got to experience first hand what it’s like to see the dogs in action and feel the refreshing air on your face as your sled glides through the snow! I had an absolute blast and now I wish I had access and ability to experience this daily! We saw animal tracks and heard awesome stories along the trail. Riley also helped take lots of photos and videos of the experience.I highly recommend Black Spruce dog sledding and Riley as your tour guide. I plan to enjoy this experience again! Good luck to Jeff in the 2018 Iditarod!!!

My family and I went to Alaska for the first time in November. We were super excited about going dog sledding. We booked through Black Spruce and were amazed by the experience. From interacting with the dogs in the yard before the ride to being able to drive the sled was great. Mandy and Riley were awesome tour guides and shared a lot about their experience, which was interesting. I was in awe of how beautiful the area was as well as the determination of the dogs doing what they loved. I would HIGHLY suggest booking through Black Spruce and having Mandy and Riley on your trip. It is definitely worth the money!

Riley, with the help of his furry companions, gave us a wonderful experience! I admire his dedication and commitment to his dogs. The strong bonds they share are very obvious. The experience was very interactive with the option of assisting with harnessing the dogs and clipping them into formation. Riley is passionate about what he does and it shows. Thank you for everything!

You need to have better customer service with our visitors. Im disappointed in the things Ive heard about you guys!

Awesome dogs and guides. I wish the ride was a little longer for the price.

Do this. Do it right now. The experience is awesome, the people are awesome, the dogs are awesome. Do this. Take your wife. Shell L!O!V!E! it. #teamKnox

My friends and I had a fantastic time dog mushing with Riley and Luther. They were very knowledgeable about the huskies and dog mushing. We had a lot of fun getting to know the huskies and on our ride! We also fell in love with all the huskies. They were so friendly and sweet! Highly recommend dog mushing with Riley and Luther!

We were here in January, and it was a great experience.Luther and Riley took us among the dogs, let us play with them as much as wed like. But careful, the dogs play back!Afterwards, we helped hook up the dogs in their kit, and we enjoyed a short sled ride to get a sense of what it was like. Afterwards, we helped remove harnesses and then enjoyed Riley and Luthers answers to all our questions.Great option if youre in the Fairbanks area, especially in winter.

My husband and I had a great time mushing, it was amazing to meet the dogs and get a chance to interact with them and then see them work. This was my favorite activity when visiting Fairbanks. Riley greeted is as soon as we pulled up and answered all of my questions, I had a lot of questions about mushing. Riley explained all that needs to be done for the dogs when they are racing and you could tell he really cared about the dogs. Its a little outside the city but if you follow the directions that they give you and Google maps it is worth it to go mushing here. Thank you for a great mushing experience Riley!

Today my sister and I went sledding with Luther and had such a great time!! He was very friendly and genuine. His passion for the dogs was really infectious and got me amped up to try sledding even though I was a little nervous. Before we went sledding we also got to meet the dogs and help harness them up- that was a lot of fun! And afterwards we got to play with Luther’s adorable puppies. It was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend it!!

Had a great time. We loved that you could interact with the dogs and puppies and even help harness the dogs. Very knowledgeable and friendly.

My friend and I went on New Years Day and had the best time! This was the most fun we had while we were in Alaska. Our guide, Luther, taught us everything about the dogs and the sport and it was just an amazing experience. I highly recommend taking a tour!

What a great place! The owners are wonderful hosts. You can tell they love what they do. The dogs are amazing. Add this to your trip, its a must do. We did the hike with the dogs because it was their Fall season, and Im so glad that was our experience. Thought I would miss the sled part but I didnt. Beautiful area.

Excellent. Would highly recommend. It was worth the money and the trip..

Amazing location near Fairbanks. Small group allows for a lot of interaction with the dogs and Jeff and Katie. A must do!

Amazing! Dog mushing was one of our priority Alaskan experiences. Black Spruce Dog Sledding was everything we could have asked for. You get to meet the dogs and go around on a 3 mile loop. I particularly loved how they gave you the opportunity to copilot the sled. Luther and Noah are extremely informative, thoughtful, and friendly guides, and I highly recommend them. They made absolute sure that we left prepared, and went out of their way to make things fun for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience

Such a memorable, cool experience. Our guide was Riley - definitely request him as your guide! It was awesome to be able to play with the pups, learn about them, the races theyre training for, help Riley get the dogs ready for the ride, and then see the dogs in their element. All the folks here are incredibly passionate about the sport and love educating people about it.

I am so pleased that we chose to go with Black Spruce for our mushing experience during our visit to Fairbanks. Our visit was truly excellent from beginning to end. Lindsey was super personable and knowledgeable, answering our endless litany of questions, and providing an overview of what training and racing looks like. Having a private tour, meant that it was never hurried and we really felt that our time was maximized. Driving the tag sled was a super fun way to make it interactive, and there was plenty of time to socialize with the dogs before and after the tour. It was evident that the dogs were well cared for and much loved, I have never before gotten so many dog hugs in a single afternoon. I highly recommend Black Spruce to anyone looking for a top-tier experience!

A real hands on experience! I got to put the harness on the dogs, as well as taking it off on the conclusion of the experience. I also got to hook the dogs up in the order of how they were mushing that day. It was a real hands on experience that I wanted. I also got to mush the sled of course. It was so much fun. Bring the kids...

Very friendly staff. Dogs are friendly and the sledding was beautiful through the woods. Im not even a dog person and I enjoyed it! Highly recommend

My wife and I had a fabulous experience! Riley was an excellent guide that answered all of our questions. He was a wealth of knowledge and clearly cares for his dogs. This was the highlight of our trip!

Mandy helped create lasting memories for my boyfriend and I on my birthday. The entire experience was unforgettable. Hanging out with the dogs as long as we wanted was so much fun, she made it easy, safe and we learned so much about her dogs and dog mushing. This is an awesome place and I highly recommend it for couples!

Awesome experience!!! Our tour guide Riley was so kind and made our experience a memorable one. We loved getting the chance to meet the dogs too because it felt more personal! Definately worth it!

My family and I came to this place for the first dog sledding experience. Our guides are Riley and Mandy. I would have to say it was a fantastic experience. I am glad we did it. Riley and Mandy did a good job explaining what we were about to experience. The interaction with the dogs were fun, they all seemed so happy that we were there and excited to get on the sledge. The ride took us through the woods it was about 20 minutes ride with some rest in between. It was comfortable ride, so good to see the dogs enjoy the run. If you are in this part of the world. You have to do this.

Wonderful family owed business. They take you step by step to give you a great experience. Also, sweet, playful, and happy pups have you can play with!

Definitely recommend! So glad we chose to visit Black Spruce Dog Sledding

Riley greeted me and my wife would a smile practically as soon as we got out of the car. His enthusiasm continued the whole tour of the facility and ride with the dogs. Riley took the time to answer each of our questions and went into the details of mushing with us. My wife and I could tell Riley takes great physical care of his dogs and he connects with each dog individually. I was happy to see the dogs are not just seen as workers, they are valued. We had a lot of fun playing with all of the dogs and getting to see the dogs have so much fun pulling us around the loop.

We were fortunate to have Noah, as our guide who is a world-class Idiarod racer. His knowledge and background allowed him to competently talk about dog sled racing and answer with authority the many questions we asked him. He thoroughly loves his dogs and racing that is contagious to anyone who has the fortune to meet him. Five stars for Noah and Black Spruce.

Riley was so kind answering all our questions. I love how he loves his dogs and let us love on them too! A great experience!

My husband and I took a tour with Riley and his sweet and energized group of dogs. We had an amazing time and Riley was super friendly and informative. Thanks for the great time!

This place is amazing. You get to learn about the dogs how to hook them up to the sled. Drive a sled and sit in one being pulled. One of the best experiences I have ever done. My guide Riley was a great person to experience this with. Well worth the visit and would recommend this. Thank you Riley and the wonderful dogs

Wow!! This was an amazing experience. Not only did we learn about mushing but we gained an even larger respect for it. Riley was our guide. He was easy to talk to and answered all of our questions. You could tell mushing is his passion and he has a love for his dogs. Thank you!

I visited Black Spruce Dog Sledding today with my girlfriend and we had a great time. This is our first visit to Alaska and this was definitely a highlight of the trip. Jeff took us on a great sled ride, was a friendly and likable guy, clearly knows his stuff and was patient and considerate with us. Meeting the dogs was a wonderful experience. The location was an easy drive from Fairbanks in a rental car with some awesome scenery and views. I’d recommend this to anyone.

Its a phenomenal place to meet dogs and just learn about off-the-grid living

Staff was extremely nice, personable, and knowledgeable about everything! The dogs were very well trained and super sweet. 10/10 recommend

Fantastic experience! Noah was an amazing musher and taught us everything about the sled and dogs. As an Iditarod racer Noah was so informative and we were thrilled to experience this adventure with him !!

This was the highlight of our trip to Alaska! KattiJo and Jeff were so amazingly kind and informative. The dogs were adorable & its clear how well-kept & happy they are. It was SO interesting to learn about their off-grid location as well as about the exciting tradition they keep. The experience was so immersive as they let us help harness up the dogs and were continually encouraging & helping with photos. The adventures they told us about were so vivid that they fel like our own and the ride was a dream come true. If you are around Fairbanks and you dont visit Black Spruce Dog Sledding, you are totally missing out.

Had an amazing time. Our guide Noah was very knowledgeable and took time to introduce us to his team. Highly recommend if you are ever in Fairbanks.

I highly recommend Black Spruce Dog Sledding. Mandy and Riley didn’t make us feel rushed, helped us have so much fun, and took their time answering all of our questions and showing us the dogs. What an incredibly fun experience! Thank you Mandy and Riley!

I was up in Fairbanks for work, and at the last minute I tried to book a dog sledding tour. Black Spruce was very helpful and had availability. When I got there, my guide Lindsey greeted me and led me to the warming tent, where she supplemented my winter gear with any pieces that I was missing. She then took me out to meet the dogs. All of the dogs were extremely playful and excited to meet you. Lindsey took me to the sled and showed me how the sled operated, and then showed me how to harness the dogs to the sled. She even let me harness a few of the dogs. Once we got going on the trail, it was so much fun to sled through the snow-covered forest. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who is looking to do a dog sledding tour while they are in Alaska. If you get Lindsey as a guide, you are in good hands. She was an excellent guide when I was there.

Had a great time at Black Spruce. Everyone was so helpful and nice with everything. And the dogs all seemed happy and healthy. We came here based on the reviews and we were not let down.Note: Dont be a jackass with the dogs, treat them nice and youll have a great time.

Black Spruce Dogsledding tours is the one for you, if you want to experience dog mushing at its finest. The setting is and the dogs are spectacular, bring your camera! Our tour guide, Lindsey, was fun, knowledgeable and loved sharing the many facets of dog sledding with us. We had the opportunity to meet the dogs, harness them, drive a sled and learn about the sport of dog mushing. The dogs were happy, healthy and friendly. They really love what they do! Lindsey and the dogs made the experience one of a kind and one we will remember for a long time. Thank you!

We had a blast dog sledding with Black Spruce. As others have mentioned they do have some winter clothing which is helpful, but be sure to bring as much as you can as they do not have everything to outfit you with. After getting geared up you will have plenty of time to hang out with the dogs, take pictures, and learn about their operation as well as your guides own racing experiences. Once the meet and greet is over you harness the dogs up and away you go. Winter is a perfect time for couples as they limit the tours to 2 people so you will have a private outing. We had Riley as our guide and we thoroughly enjoyed meeting and learning all about his race team. Overall great experience and would recommend to anyone looking for dog sledding in the Fairbanks area.

This was the highlight of my first trip to Alaska. Mandy was an awesome guide and very knowledgable. She was also very accommodating with my aunt who wasnt able to stand on the sled, so she sat the entire ride and had a blast. The dogs were super friendly and very well trained. If Im ever in Fairbanks again, this is definitely going back on my list of things to do!

Mushing was hands down my favorite activity when visiting Fairbanks! Noah shared his experiences with the Iditarod and his team of dogs were very excited to go for a run. You can tell they live for this adventure. I highly recommend booking a tour with Black Spruce. And if you see Cleo, Qarth, or Hermione, be sure to say hello.

My wife and I loved the experience!! Jeff was fantastic.. he gave us a lot of information on mushing, patiently answered all of our questions always with a big smile on his face, helped us gear up for the ride, and gave us plenty of time to play with and get acquainted with the dogs. We also helped leash the dogs to the sleds. The dogs themselves were so friendly and were overjoyed that were petting them. The sledding itself was exhilarating and a lot of fun. Overall, a must do if youre in the area.

Loved, loved, LOVED this experience!! Katti and Jeff were so welcoming and answered all my questions. It was obvious that they love what they do as much as the dogs do! It was awesome to be able to go on a walk with all the puppies and witness a feeding (which was quite hilarious), then be able to help harness the adults. The sled ride was a good distance...not too short or too long. It was very hands on and I would go back every week if I could!! Thank you, Katti and Jeff. It was a fabulous evening!

This experience was by far the most exciting and happiest event of our trip to Alaska. The kids (by that I mean 26-35 year olds) couldnt stop talking about the day for the rest of the trip. The price, the guides, the dogs, even the thorough directions were exceptional.

My wife really wanted to see sled dogs while we were in Alaska. So she made reservations at Black Spruce to take a tour of the place and a dog sled ride in the woods. This is a husband and wife operation that is run on their property. The dog area is next to their house. It was a little trek into the woods, but we got there with no problem. This couple really care about their dogs and took lots of time to explain what they do and answered any questions people asked. Our party of three was with another party of two so there were 5 of us for the morning. I think that is the max that they do, I dont think they take more than that at one time, but I could be mistaken. Check with them. I am not a dog person, but I really had a great time and learned a lot bout dog sledding and the work involved as well as the cost. The ride through the woods was a lot of fun. The dogs pulled th 6 of us on a ATV, except for the uphill, the engine was shut off and the dogs pulled us all the way. You get to harness up the dogs and get ready for the ride. They also have puppys that they let you hold and play with. Who does not like puppys. Jeff actually ran and finished the last two Iditarod dog sled race and last year fisished 15th. This was a great experience that I would never have chosen if not for my wifes love of dogs. I would put this place on a must see list for any trip to Alaska.

I just went for my birthday trip to Alaska! Katie was amazing and engaged with both the dogs and us. She was able to answer any questions we had and more! You can tell that she really cares for the dogs and your experience with them! My fiancée and I had a great time riding in the sled with Katie and learning all about dog sledding!

WOW - WOW - WOW. Im always hesitant to say once in a lifetime experience but this definitely was. We were fortunate enough to have just the two of us on our tour however with a maximum of four people it would have been fine with another two. I like the fact the tour was small - we got to have some good bonding time with the dogs and Riley our host was incredibly knowledgeable and able to give us so much information about the breed - history, bloodline, and all the races they go in for. If you are not keen on dogs - why do it? I was having doggy withdrawal as mine were home in NZ so getting some good patting and hug time was amazing. You get to harness up the dogs which is awesome and both parts, sitting in the front sled and standing on the back sled is so much fun. My partner was up back at first which was a bit faster and he ended up coming off the sled but there was amazing powder and he actually really enjoyed it and said he hoped I came off haha I didnt - its a bit like skiing actually same principles of balance. Also - we stopped part way and I was able to do my first ever snow angel which was in pristine deep new powder. Apparently I was the first ever to do a snow angel and we both did one - I am sure I wont be the last. All in all it was such a fantastic experience - I bought a commemorative t-shirt and also had so many memories and photos and videos - those dogs are amazing. This place was amazing!

The dogs there are so cute!