WHO WE ARE

Experience Sled Dogs was founded by musher/enthusiast Joe Fessler of Minnesota who has owned and operated a kennel of pure-bred Siberian Huskies since 2006. Starting as a skijorer with one dog, he quickly began participating in a variety of activities related to sled dogs, increasing his experience, the size of his team, and his involvement in the community. Currently, Joe and his five huskies, Aiya, Brr!, Lupie, Gannon, and Lukka reside in the Twin Cities area, where they train, race, learn, educate, and share their experiences!

OUR MISSION

Leverage the sled dog experience to provide educational opportunities


Educate the public about the animals, the community, and the culture associated with working sled dogs


Promote humane treatment of sled dogs, good stewardship of parks and trail systems, and environmental responsibility


Provide unforgettable sled dog experiences

Dog Sledding

ACHIEVEMENTS

2013 2013 Recipient of the North Star Sled Dog Club Maeb Bayers Memorial Award for outstanding contributions to the club and to the sport

2nd Place Pro Skijor - Ham Lake Snow Bowl Sled Dog Race Results
2012 Re-Elected as Vice President of the North Star Sled Dog Club board

2nd Place Pro 1-Dog Bikejor - Willow Springs Round Barn Rally Results
2011 1st Place Pro Skijor - Arctic Fever Skijor Race Results

6th Place Pro Male 2-Dog Skijor - National Skijoring Championship Results

1st Place Purebred Skijor - Ham Lake Puppy Love Race Results

Elected as board member of Mushing USA organization

Elected as Vice President of the North Star Sled Dog Club board

ISDRA 2010-2011 Awards, 2-Dog Scooter
(1st Place Minnesota, 7th Place Internationally)

ISDRA 2010-2011 Awards, 1-Dog Scooter
(2nd Place Minnesota, 5th Place Internationally)

ISDRA 2010-2011 Awards, 3-Dog Skijor
(1st Place Minnesota, 9th Place Internationally)

Westonka Animal Hospital Client of the Month, November, 2011

3rd Place Skijor - Test the Lungs Skijor Race
2010 4th Place Pro Skijor - City of Lakes Skijoring Loppet

4th Place Pro Skijor - Ham Lake Puppy Love Race

5th Place Pro 1-Dog Scooter - East Meets West Dryland Championship

Elected as board member of Skijor USA organization

ISDRA 2009-2010 Awards, 2-Dog Scooter
(1st Place Minnesota, 10th Place Internationally)
2009 3rd Place Rec Male Skijor - City of Lakes Skijoring Loppet
2008 4th Place Rec Male Skijor - City of Lakes Skijoring Loppet

5th Place 1-Dog Skijor Pro - Snowflake Sprint & Skijor Classic
2007 2nd Place Novice Skijor - St Paul Winter Carnival Skijor Race

NEXT RACE

Winter Warriors Sled Dog Race


February 15-16, 2014


Camp Ripley, Little Falls, MN

Hosted by North Star Sled Dog Club. For more information visit the North Star website.