Your guide, Kelly Murphy, is a native of Ely, Minnesota with many years of outdoor tripping and guiding experience. Kelly started his sled dog kennel & business in the early 80′s. We offer Dog Sledding & Winter Guide Services. A nice variety of trips to select from makes Border Country Adventures a “Stand-Out” from the rest of the pack. The kennel is small (about 20 -25 dogs). The main breed we use is Alaskan Husky dogs. They are...

If you have been looking for a true winter experience, Murphy’s Border Country adventures is for you! We can customize a trip fit just for your needs. Encounter the breathtaking scenery and the solitude of winter in the pristine Border Country by dog team. Experience the joy of a dog sled ride. Watch the dogs work as a team. Gain confidence while winter camping with a seasoned guide. Enjoy dog sledding, fishing, photography, skiing and wildlife. Dog Sledding...

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Use our online reservation form or you can call us to discuss your sled dog trip at 218.365.4986To make a reservation, please read our cancellation/refund policy, sign the form, and enclose your deposit.  We cannot accept reservation without a signed reservation form and deposit.  A deposit of 50% total is required for all trips. CANCELLATION: If you cancel: deposits are non-refundable, but you may apply the amount to another trip within...

These trips are for those of you who want to handle dogs and learn the ropes! We all participate in camp activities – setting up camp, securing dogs, collecting wood, etc. We can travel with camp or set up a base an explore each day! Price $250 / person / day / max 4...

We mush people and supplies to your choice of lakes. Costs vary according to trail conditions, length of trip, number of teams and mushers, weight and volume of equipment. Basic price: $200.00 / Musher &...

Encounter the breathtaking scenery and the solitude of winter in the pristine Border Country by dog team. Experience the joy of a dog sled ride. Watch the dogs work as a team. Gain confidence while winter camping with a seasoned guide. Enjoy dog sledding, fishing, photography, skiing and wildlife.We offer a complete outfitter package excluding clothing, for all of our camping trips. This includes tents, sleeping systems, meals, snacks, beverages, bait and of...

Experience the thrill of mushing through the wilderness by dog team. Murphy Sled Dog Adventures provides day trips for people of all experience levels. Our small group trips allow you to bond with the dogs and learn about the sport of mushing while traveling through the wilderness. HALF DAY SCENIC RIDE This trip is a great way to see the winter scenery and the handling of sled dogs. A snack and beverage are provided. $150/person Max 6 people SCENIC DAY TRIP Ride...