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Before continuing on to the North Cape, we’re making a quick detour to Sweden to visit Carmen, a friend of our son Felix. She’s been living in Merasjärvi for 10 years and works as a sled dog musher and tour guide at a husky farm. At first, that sounds like a romantic dream of untouched nature, glistening snow, and a pack of loyal dogs. However, everyday life is shaped by a strict daily routine. Feeding time is at 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The 40 dogs are already waiting eagerly, and their excitement can be heard from far away. Afterward, the enclosures must be cleaned, no matter the weather. In winter, the tourist tours are then prepared and the teams are harnessed. In the summer, from June through September, the dogs are practically out of work before they’re prepared for the new season with concentrated feed and training.

Carmen also offers year-round opportunities to work as a “working guest” and has a few RV spots in front of the house available for a fee. Anyone interested in working at a husky farm should be physically fit and able to handle stress. During the winter months, it’s not uncommon to work in temperatures ranging from -20 °C to -40 °C. If you’re interested, here’s how to contact Carmen: Link to the homepage

We’re staying with Carmen for two days and going on a short bike ride in the area. Thanks again for your hospitality and the wonderful time we had with you and your parents.