Mahoosuc Guide Service

"What an exhilarating experience! The first time I went dogsledding with Mahoosuc, I thought it was going to be a onetime event, but I kept going back at least ten times. Polly and Kevin's dogs are their family, well taken care of, and the retirees live in their house. I fell in love with the dogs. There's nothing quite like gliding over the snow on the sled with the dogs. Mahoosuc provides what I think of as luxury winter camping: they provide the meals, four walled canvas tents with fir bough floors, double mummy sleeping bags with pads beneath, wood stoves going while getting into the bags at night and in the morning while dressing. Spending the evenings in the kitchen tent with others on the trips led to lifelong friendships. Guests can participate in dog care, hookups to the sled, learning the basics, chores at camp. I had no idea beforehand how much I would enjoy winter camping. I could go on and on singing their praises. If I could give 10 stars I would. From what I’ve heard, the canoe trips are just as wonderful."

"One of my best childhood memories was a dogsled trip with Kevin, Polly, and their teams up on Hudson's Bay. I finally reconnected with them last year and did a trip up in Maine with my Dad and brothers. What an amazing weekend. Great food, great conversation, a beautiful camp at the edge of the lake, and of course an unbelievable joy/thrill to get to spend time with the dogs out on the trail and in camp. It's wonderful to see how much Kevin and Polly continue to care for all of their dogs, putting their well being along with the safety of their guests first. An adventure I high recommend for everyone."

"Mahoosuc Guide Service provides an absolutely wonderful experience. I have taken a whitewater canoe clinic with Kevin, guided canoe trips with Polly, and taught Wilderness First Aid courses at their lodge. They are the most respectful and caring people I have met in the outdoor industry. I encourage anyone looking for a guide service in Maine to reach out, as I believe they offer a service second to none."

"Great guides, great dogs, and a great trip overall. Polly and Kevin were very nice and communicative, going as far as making sure we were prepared for a sudden winter storm. The dogs were so happy to be on the trails and were very friendly. The trip itself was amazing, truly a once in a lifetime experience. 10/10 would go again."

"A once-in-a-lifetime experience, truly special. Polly and Kevin are incredible guides who care personally about their dogs. In just one weekend, we learned about mushing, spent quality time with the dogs, met new people, winter camped in the woods, had a late night bonfire on the frozen lake, cross country skied, and more. We loved every second of it. I recommend the trip to all of my friends and family. Thank you Polly and Kevin!"