A RIAMO columnist found places in the capital and the Moscow region where this winter you can ride a dog sled and chat with friendly huskies.
Ethnocultural complex "Husky Park"
In the “Husky Park”, which is located in the Ramensky district of the Moscow region, you can ride not only on a dog sled, but also on a “cheesecake”, which will be pulled by huskies; here you can also interact with adult dogs and puppies. In addition, Husky Park has a whole program for getting to know northern peoples, their traditions, music, way of life, shamanic rituals. Guests are invited to meet the “owners of the northern camp” in national costumes, watch the lighting of the ritual fire, listen to myths and legends, look into the yaranga - the national home of the northern peoples.
Where: Moscow region, Ramensky district, Petrovskoye village
Price: adults - 2800 rubles, children from 3 to 7 years old - 1600 rubles
Nursery "Artemov"
Sledding in this nursery is suitable for confident and athletic people: there are no seated sleds, one person controls the sleds, and standing, as in sledding (this also applies to children, the minimum age is 5 - 6 years). Riding takes place under the supervision of experienced instructors; before this, the guest undergoes mandatory training. At the end, visitors are invited to drink tea, chat and take pictures with the dogs, and treat them to the treats they brought with them. In addition to huskies, there are also Japanese hunting dog breeds, Shiba Inu and Akita Inu.
Where: Moscow region, Dmitrovsky district, near the village. Rybnoe
Price : 2.5 km - from 2000 to 2500 rubles for 10 - 15 minutes of riding; 5 km - from 4000 to 5000 rubles for 20 - 25 minutes, respectively.
Ethnopark "Husky Land"
Here you can ride a husky in a sled that can accommodate either one adult or an adult with a small child, walk the dog, run a race, play and take pictures with the friendliest (human-oriented) huskies in the enclosure. The park has a comprehensive entertainment: introduction to the traditions of the peoples of the North, such as shamanism and rock painting, an archery master class and a photo shoot. They also ride reindeer sleds here. It is not necessary to purchase a ticket for the husky riding program; only the selected entertainment is paid for.
Where: Moscow region, Leninsky district, near the village of Ostrov
Price: Husky riding - 1000 rubles per person (the length of the route and time may vary slightly, depending on weather conditions); visit to the husky enclosure - 100 rubles per person (unlimited time); walk with a husky - 500 rubles for a 30-minute walk with one dog, the number of participants is not limited; entertainment program - from 1390 to 1990 rubles.
"Husky Land" in Krylatskoye
Another “Husky Country” is located in the capital’s Skazka Park. Here they will tell you myths and legends about the origin of the husky breed, and professional dog handlers will demonstrate how to behave correctly with dogs. As in other parks, there is access to enclosures for interacting with huskies and the option of walking around the park. Husky riding is done while sitting. The park also has a Troll Cave, the Snow Queen's Castle, a dinosaur park, a tubing slide and other attractions.
Price: two-hour program - from 550 to 850 rubles per person, children under 3 years old - free, skating for 2 - 3 minutes - 500 rubles per person.
Zoo farm "Shikhovo"
Here guests are given a ride in a sleigh, so even the little ones can participate. The length of the small trajectory is 450 meters, the ride lasts 3 minutes, big route- 4.5 km. A single-seat sled, harnessed by 4 to 6 dogs, travels downhill and uphill. The dogs are controlled by a musher, and for an additional fee of 300 rubles you can try to do it yourself. Guests will be offered warm tea. The ticket price includes a visit to the petting zoo, where you can interact with huskies and other pets, as well as a cheesecake ride without dogs.
Where: Moscow region, Dmitrovsky district, Shikhovo village.
Price: small route - 250 rubles, long route- 3,700 rubles (children under 3 years old can ride in a sleigh with a parent for free); required admission ticket- 250 rubles (adults), 100 rubles (children from 7 to 17 years old), veterans and children under 7 years old - free.
Husky village "Ruzskaya Alaska"
The most long walks You can ride a husky through the snowy expanses at the Ruzskaya Alaska kennel. Dog riding is carried out both in a sleigh with an experienced musher, and in sports sleds while standing. There are short routes of 1.5 - 3 km, and long routes of 17 - 30 km. On weekends there are excursions with stories about sledding and the history of the husky breed. At the end of the route, guests will be treated to a fire and hot tea from a samovar. There is a cozy cafe with a fireplace on site, where you can also interact with other pets and purchase farm products.
Husky riding is a fairly popular activity. active rest not only for adults, but also for children.
You don't have to go to the North to do this.
There are a large number of specialized centers where you can ride a dog sled and learn the skills of independent management of a sled by being in the place of the driver.
The most important thing is to overcome the fear of. Although in appearance they resemble wolves, by temperament they are quite good-natured and friendly animals.
The dogs undergo special training to work with people; they have no aggression towards strangers.
IN Lately This breed is mainly used for participation in safari, winter racing and for the tourism business (actually for riding tourists).
Mandatory instruction is carried out by a qualified instructor, who explains all aspects, safety rules and the basics of driving a team. During the ride, he monitors the safety of both adult riders and children.
Huskies acquired the role of sled dog a couple of 1000 years ago.
Initially, husky riding was not perceived as a form of recreation.
And in Russia, not a single trip to the North was complete without reliable assistants - sled dogs.
The peoples of Siberia, the North and the Far East achieved the greatest skill in riding huskies.
For a long period, husky riding was considered the most optimal way to move across the vast snowy plains.
In those days, sled-driving competitions also appeared (it was even planned to establish a corresponding Olympic sport).
Despite their excellent physiological characteristics and natural endurance, huskies are good service dogs.
They do not have a developed sense of property, the so-called territoriality, therefore, in the role watchdog, husky is not the best option.
Efforts to awaken these qualities are fraught with mental problems in your pet. Many huskies have a freedom-loving and obstinate disposition.
They are incredibly good-natured and do not pay attention to any pranks of children.. They charge everyone around them with their energy and love of life.
They have a close pack instinct. In this regard, it is better to have several large pets at once. Although this depends directly on the financial capabilities of the owner.
The dogs are harnessed to a sleigh for several passengers. An alternative is carts on rubber wheels in the warm season.
Dogs are controlled not with a whip or reins (as in equestrian dogs), but with the help of certain commands.
There are several options for sledding: fan or plow. In the first case, one dog acts as the leader, and the rest hurry after him and drag the sled behind them.
The leader of the pack (the most intelligent dog) listens to the instructions of the musher (driver) and sets the direction of movement for the rest.
In the second case, the dogs are lined up in pairs and two dogs act as the leader. After the leaders come the stronger ones and the pets, and staunch dog-pullers are installed closer to the sleds.
The minimum number of dogs harnessed to one sleigh is eight adult pets (over the age of one year).
So that tourists can ride a husky, the mushers teach the basics of control (although at first glance it’s easier than ever).
First of all, it is worth considering the factor of probable disobedience to the new owner. Control techniques are not difficult to master, but to gain the favor of the leader, you will have to use psychological tricks.
Huskies do not experience discomfort or pain while riding. They really enjoy this process.
The dogs are attached to the sled, which comfortably clasps the chest and body between the front and hind legs.
You can ride a husky with children at low speed, up to forty kilometers per hour. In competitions, they develop significantly greater speed.
Photo gallery
As you can see in the photographs, husky riding involves not only harnessing several dogs, but also solo skiing trips for both adults and children.
For the first time this year, Tsaritsyno will organize dog and reindeer sledding. The sleigh ride season here will open on December 22 at noon.
Reindeer, specially brought from the Komi Republic, will be harnessed to the national Yakut sled (narrow sleigh), lined with skins on the inside, which will provide warmth and comfort during the ride! And safety will be monitored by experienced mushers in beautiful national clothes, who fully control the animals while moving.
Siberian huskies will also be harnessed to sleds (or narrow sleds). One team has from four to eight dogs. Riding will take place under the careful supervision of professional dog handlers.
The horse-drawn sleigh will be harnessed by two white Percheron horses, which will charm you with their beauty, strength and endurance. The organizers chose this particular breed because it has a calm disposition.
You can take sleigh rides around Tsaritsyn every day from December 22 to January 9 from 12:00 to 18:00. After New Year holidays park visitors will be able to ride according to the same schedule on weekends and holidays. The length of the route for dog sledding and reindeer sledding will be 500 meters, and for horse sledding - up to 700 meters.
2. Izmailovsky Park
Subject to snowy weather, the winter sleigh ride season in Izmailovsky Park is planned to open in December. You can ride a dog sled on weekdays from 12:00 to 20:00, and on weekends and holidays from 11:00 to 21:00. Visitors to the park will be able to ride horse-drawn sleighs on Fridays from 14:00 to 22:00, on weekends and holidays - from 11:00 to 22:00.
3. Fili
In Fili Park, walks in a festively decorated horse team will be held on weekends from December 22 to January 14 from 10:00 to 14:00.
4. Kuzminki (free sleigh rides)
In Kuzminki Park, dog sled rides will take place on central square December 28 from 12:00 to 14:00, December 30 from 15:00 to 21:00 and January 5 from 12:00 to 14:00.
5. Bauman Garden (free sleigh rides)
In the Bauman Garden, visitors will be able to ride on sledges drawn by reindeer on January 2 from 17:30 to 19:00.
6. Tagansky Park (free sleigh rides)
In Tagansky Park on January 7 free walks Reindeer and dog sledding will take place from 12:00 to 16:00.
7. Sokolniki
And in Sokolniki Park on December 30, a husky park will open, where you can also ride a sled pulled by sled dogs. The exact schedule and cost will be known after December 20 on the Sokolniki Park website.
8. Square in Olonetskaya proezd
In the park in Olonetsky Proezd on January 1 from 16:00 to 17:00 you can ride a dog sled, and on January 2 at the same time - on a sleigh drawn by three horses.
It will be possible to ride a sled. Carry sleighs or sledges (narrow long sleighs. - Note website) along the park alleys will be specially trained huskies, horses and deer. These winter activities will be available in Izmailovsky and Tagansky parks, in Fili, Kuzminki and Sokolniki parks, as well as in the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, in the park in Olonetsky Proezd and the Bauman Garden.
In Izmailovsky Park, the winter sleigh ride season is planned to open on December 9, provided there is sufficient snow. You can ride a dog sled on weekdays from 12:00 to 20:00, and on weekends and holidays from 11:00 to 21:00. Visitors to the park will be able to ride horse-drawn sleighs on Fridays from 14:00 to 22:00, on weekends and holidays - from 11:00 to 22:00.
At the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, the winter sleigh ride season will begin on Friday, December 22, at 12:00. Dog and reindeer sledding rides are being organized in the park for the first time.
“The greatest interest should be caused reindeer, which were specially brought from the Komi Republic. They will be harnessed to national Yakut sledges, lined with skins on the inside. They will be driven by experienced mushers in beautiful national clothes, who will fully control the animals while moving,” said the press service of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve.
Siberian huskies will also be harnessed to the sleds. One team has from four to eight dogs. Huskies will give rides to visitors under the supervision of professional dog handlers.
The horse-drawn sleigh will be harnessed by two white Percheron horses, which are distinguished by their beauty, strength and endurance. In addition, these animals have a friendly and calm disposition, so sledding will be smooth and soft. You can take sleigh rides around Tsaritsyn every day from December 22 to January 9 from 12:00 to 18:00. After the New Year holidays, park visitors will be able to ride according to the same schedule on weekends and holidays. The length of the route for dog sledding and reindeer sledding will be 500 meters, and for horse sledding - up to 700 meters.
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In Fili Park, walks in a festively decorated horse team will be held on weekends from December 22 to January 14 from 10:00 to 14:00. And in Sokolniki Park on December 30, a husky park will open, where you can also ride a sled pulled by sled dogs. The exact schedule and cost will be known after December 20. Information will be available on the park website. In the park in Olonetsky Proezd on January 1 from 16:00 to 17:00 you can ride a dog sled, and on January 2 at the same time - on a sleigh drawn by three horses.
In three city recreation areas, Muscovites will be able to take sleigh rides for free. In Kuzminki Park, dog sled walks will take place on the central square on December 28 from 12:00 to 14:00, December 30 from 15:00 to 21:00 and January 5 from 12:00 to 14:00. In the Bauman Garden, visitors will be able to ride on sledges drawn by reindeer on January 2 from 17:30 to 19:00. In Tagansky Park on January 7, free rides on reindeer and dog sleds will be held from 12:00 to 16:00.
This year the winter entertainment season in the parks began on November 11. With artificial ice have already opened. About 22 tubing slides will be installed in the parks and 37 more skating rinks will be installed.
