We run a husky farm and a centre for Arctic and Polar exploration.

Our husky farm has, at present, 100+ adult dogs and 7 pups. Throughout the year, there are standard tasks that volunteers can help with on the farm and then there are additional daily duties that change with the seasons: from lead-dog / puppy training / construction & maintenance work in the Summer, through dog-conditioning and safari preparation work in the Autumn, to actually running safaris and entertaining guests in the Winter and Spring.

Our farm is located c. 4km from the main village of Hetta in the region of Enontekio, in Finnish Lapland. There is a small downhill ski centre locally, 120km of XC ski tracks and many opportunities for hiking and kayaking in the summer through one of the most beautiful national parks in Scandinavia.

The farm owners are ex professional athletes / explorers - one of whom was the first finn to complete an unsupported expedition to the South Pole, so this is a good place to visit for those who really want to expand their outdoor skills.

Having said that, working days here and long and the conditions can be pretty tough, so if you choose to come here, please expect a challenging adventure as opposed to a relaxing holiday. To that end, we have a comprehensive guide manual that we send out to prospective volunteers that pretty much covers everything about life and work on our Arctic farm.

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Volunteers tend to work c. 8.30 - 6.30, (although the days are definitely longer in the winter client season). We tend to have one main break during the day and occassional other breaks, depending on conditions / work priorities. The work with the dogs is physically demanding and this is by no means an easy holiday option. However, having said that, we pride ourselves in the conditions in which the dogs and the workers live and many of our volunteers come back for return visits to see how the dogs and the farm function at different times of the year. We have a 'select yourself out' system of application. The manual does its best to present the work and the life here (dogs, 24/7) accurately, and we hope that those who complete the application process are really committed to the lifestyle that we are offering.

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We have two guide houses c. 2km from our farm, complete with open-plan kitchen and living area, so as to provide independent self-sufficiency in the evenings. One car goes back and forth, most days, but many people prefer to walk or ski to work.

We ask that people visit for at least a month - preferably three. This not only gives the dogs a chance to get to know and trust you but it also means that you will have enough energy by week 3 and 4, (when you are hopefully able to cope with the basic tasks yourselves), to be able to explore the area a little more in the evenings.

We have a hugely comprehensive manual that we send to potential volunteers. It is in a question format, based on both the questions that previous volunteers have asked, pre arrival, and on the questions that, with hindsight, they wish they had asked. It answers questions about the area, the farm jobs through the year and how to travel to and from this remote location.

We also have a standard application form that we ask potential volunteers to complete so that we can learn a little more about you, ahead of time.

Competition for places here is pretty tough and we are generally full months in advance, although we do get last-minute openings from time to time. Once you are accepted, that spot will be taken away from everyone else who would love to have come - and since we get c. 30 applicants for every spot, please think seriously before applying since it will seriously impact on the dogs if we have less people here at any given time than we have planned and it is not always possible to find last-minute replacements.

Please note that there may also be times of the year when you may not hear back from us for weeks at a time (when we are outside with the dogs, 24/7). However, if you are really keen, just persevere. It is definitely a unique experience.