YLINAMPA DOGSLED FIELD GUIDE
Summer Kennel Visit at Ylinampa: Meet the Huskies Behind the Long-Distance Team
A focused 1.5-hour guided visit to Frozen Lake Husky’s Saartiselkä kennel that explains how the dogs are trained and cared for and what to expect on arrival.
Summer Kennel Visit at Ylinampa: Meet the Huskies Behind the Long-Distance Team.
On the summer roads between Saariselkä and Ivalo, a narrow lane climbs to a long-distance racing kennel where athletic huskies live under a program built on animal welfare. The Guided Kennel Visit lays out how the team trains, recovers and lives, and offers a close encounter with dogs bred and conditioned to cover extraordinary distances.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Meet Huskies Built for Endurance
These are long-distance athletes—huskies that can run more than 200 km in 24 hours—and the visit centers on meeting them up close and learning about their capabilities.
Training, Care and Animal Welfare
The kennel operates as both a tourist and long-distance racing facility with an emphasis on animal welfare; visitors learn about training routines and day-to-day care.
Affectionate, Hands-On Moments
Beyond raw athleticism, the dogs are described as friendly and interactive—expect personal moments with animals that are as social as they are fit.
What the day feels like
What the Visit Feels Like
The guided 1.5-hour visit moves from arrival at the kennel to a guided introduction to the dogs and their routines, with staff explaining how the team trains and is cared for while visitors spend time with the animals.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits and booking considerations to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The operator did not list specific gear requirements for the summer kennel visit.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Guided Kennel Visit last?
The experience lasts 1.5 hours.
Where do I meet for the visit?
Meeting point: Auskottivaarantie 161, 99800 Ivalo. Follow the driving instructions and the Frozen Lake Husky signs on the road.
What will we do at the kennel?
Visitors meet the huskies, learn about their training and care, and observe the kennel’s routines as described by the guides.
Are the dogs suitable for close contact?
The kennel describes the dogs as social and affectionate; visitors can expect hands-on moments and interaction with the animals.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation fees are: 20% if canceled 7 days or less before the event; 50% if canceled 4 days or less; 100% if canceled 2 days or less.
How do I drive to the kennel from Saariselkä or Ivalo?
From Saariselkä head towards Ivalo for about 10 km, or from Ivalo head towards Saariselkä for about 20 km; turn onto Auskottivaarantie, drive 1.5 km, then turn left at the yellow Frozen Lake Husky signs and follow the uphill lane for about 2 km to the end.