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Winter Wonderland
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(Feb.22.10)
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The Laurentians: Dog Sledding
On the Hotel Mont Gabriel property hides the most amazing adventure of a family's lifetime. Dogsledding with the guidance and experience of the fine people at Les Skis Doux was incredible. I had heard some scary things about dogsledding in the past, but the staff at Les Skis Doux are so knowledgeable and organized that it was completely a safe and fun winter experience.
Upon arrival, we parked the car and hopped on a sled. We were pulled up to the dog base via snow mobile ("Whee! This is SO MUCH FUN!" Still, I was 99% certain that Nate was not going to attempt dogsledding, so I warned our hosts in advance.) At the dog base we were greeted by friendly faces and taken back to visit the puppies.
Lucy was in heaven as gorgeous husky puppies licked her face. The dogs were happy and well-cared for and the staff make sure that the entire experience is a safe one.
Then Daddy and Lucy were guided to a sled, harnessed with six beautiful dogs. The guide hopped on the back and off they went for an hour-long expedition through nature, surrounded by snow and mountains. I'm pretty sure it was a father-daughter memory that will stay with both of them forever (Lucy hasn't stopped telling everyone about sledding with the doggies).
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