Bearhill’s Scarf 2020
For the support our dogs, you can purchase this handy Bearhill’s husky neck scarf.
All our guests get this scarf complementary during our winter tours for the extra protection against the cold and wind. But it can be used also during the summer and very useful while doing sports. It is made of light weight material, which breaths well and also dries very fast.
There is a little story behind our buff idea. It gets quite windy and chilly during the husky tour, so we wanted to offer some extra wind and cold protection for our guests. We needed to find an easy and functional way for the scarf, so we thought of giving the new neck scarfs to all our guests, which they can take with them home as well as use them during their holidays in Rovaniemi. At first we had blue color for our buff for a few years, but lately we decided to have different color every year. So last year (2019) we had a green color buff and this year we have happy bright pink color.
Please, remember to fill up your full delivery address correctly. As our web shop is made to book tours, there is question for accommodation. Don’t mind that, just put your home town.
We hope you enjoy our multi-functional scarf. Thanks for your support.
Business development projects
Bearhill Husky has been investing and building company infrastructure for the past 4 years. A dogsledding kennel needs a lot of facilities to be able to function efficiently. We also need functional facilities for our personnel as well as for our customers. To be able to run our programs all year round, we need to plan and make trails and other infrastructure.
The latest development project we started last summer (2019) to improve our autumn trails, sauna environment, build a wooden Kota and create new programs for the Summer season. For this project we have applied and got approved European development money from the European EAKR fund.
BORN TO RUN TOUR AFTERNOON (NOVEMBER, EARLY WINTER)
A 2,5 hour program with approximately 45 minute husky tour
Snow came in time for this winter and from Tuesday the 3d of November our tours are done with the sleds instead of the carts with wheels. Program is now equivalent to the Happy Trail husky safari.
Huskies are not born fit, it takes lots of preparation and conditioning before the dogs are as fit as they can be. Visit the kennel and get a feel for how the dogs are prepared to be the amazing athletes they are. Before going out on the trail the guide will go over the instructions how to steer the sled. Our enthusiastic dogs will happily take you down the forest trail for an unforgettable experience.
One sled is shared by 2 persons, in halfway there is chance to switch drivers.
If you would like to enjoy traditional Finnish sauna and lunch after the tour, please purchase the additional service “Sauna and Lunch”. Please note that minimum of 2 adults paying a full price is required and dietary restrictions informed upon booking confirmation.
Please have a look at our most frequently asked questions
For more availabilities you can check the morning tour from here.
BORN TO RUN TOUR MORNING (NOVEMBER, EARLY WINTER)
A 2,5 hour program with approximately 45 minute husky tour
Snow came in time for this winter and from Tuesday the 3d of November our tours are done with the sleds instead of the carts with wheels. Program is now equivalent to the Happy Trail husky safari.
Huskies are not born fit, it takes lots of preparation and conditioning before the dogs are as fit as they can be. Visit the kennel and get a feel for how the dogs are prepared to be the amazing athletes they are. Before going out on the trail the guide will go over the instructions how to steer the sled. Our enthusiastic dogs will happily take you down the forest trail for an unforgettable experience.
One sled is shared by 2 persons, in halfway there is chance to switch drivers.
If you would like to enjoy traditional Finnish sauna and lunch after the tour, please purchase the additional service “Sauna and Lunch”. Please note that minimum of 2 adults paying a full price is required and dietary restrictions informed upon booking confirmation.
Please have a look at our most frequently asked questions
For more availabilities you can check the afternoon departure from here.
Reviews
At Bearhill Husky, we pride ourselves on providing the very best in outdoor adventures to each and every one of our guests. We take all feedback to heart and are constantly striving to improve our products; ensuring that you have the absolute best experience possible during your visit with us. We can talk about how much we love what we do forever, but we’ll just let the reviews speak for themselves!
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Privacy policy
This privacy policy explains how Bearhill Husky (Kontiovaaran Husky Oy) uses the personal data collected from you directly and when visiting our website. Policy has to comply both with Finnish legislations and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). From this page you will find relevant information what data we collect, how we use it and how we save it.
HOW DO I GIVE CONSENT AND WITHDRAW IT?
When you provide us your personal information to place an order and complete a transaction we imply that you have given your consent. This means you consent to us collecting your personal information and using it, in order to provide you the services booked. After booked services have been completed you as a customer may receive an email for a review request from Bearhill Husky Sales. If we ask for your personal information for a secondary reason, we will either ask you directly for your expressed consent or provide you with a clear opportunity to say yes or no.
If afterwards you change your mind and wish to withdraw your consent for; us to contact you, further collect your information and use or disclose your information, you are within your rights to do so. You have to right to request what personal information we hold of you and how it has been used. If requested information is incorrect you have the right to corrected it. You may also request any personal information already collected to be deleted however we can only comply if the Finnish law allows us. For example in reference to “Accounting Act” we are required to hold material linked in audit of the accounts, for 6 years after financial year has ended. Please see the contact information at the end of this page if you want to exercise your right to be forgotten and for other proceedings.
DO WE USE COOKIES ON THE WEBSITE?
Yes we do as almost all the websites, this assures you the most relevant information when visiting our site. When you browse our website, we also automatically receive your computer’s internet protocol (IP) address in order to provide us with information that helps us learn about your browser and operating system. This gives us information how to make further developments within the website.
WHAT PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT AND HOW?
Upon placing an order with us (Bearhill Husky) we require personal information from you, for confirmed booking. Personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, nationality and if applicable your place of accommodation during your stay in Rovaniemi. In addition we tend to ask possible ages of children within the booking and dietary restrictions if applicable. Payment transaction requires credit card or account information, which only the payment system provider has full access to.
Required payments will be processed by payment systems providers. Payment system providers work under legislation such as “Payment Services Act” and therefore might be obligated to collect additional personal information according to relative legislation. Direct payments shall be processed by “Paytrail Plc.” and payments completed with an invoice shall be processed by “Administer Oy”. For these providers, we recommend that you read their privacy policies so you can understand the manner in which your personal information will be handled by.
When you purchase services directly from our website or via email, as part of the buying and selling process we collect the personal information you provide. When you browse our website, we also automatically receive your computer’s internet protocol (IP) address in order to provide us with information that helps us learn about your browser and operating system. This gives us information how to make further developments within the website.
HOW WILL WE USE AND SAVE YOUR INFORMATION?
Information given to us by you as a customer or cooperation partner will be used only in relevance to completing booked services. The sole reason for collecting personal information first and foremost is being able to organize the booked services. After services have been completed you as a customer may receive an email for a review request from Bearhill Husky Sales.
We may disclose your personal information if we are required to do so by the law or if you violate our terms and conditions. In the these cases your personal information may be disclosed first and foremost with the Finnish government officials if needed.
In order to protect your personal information, we take reasonable precautions to protect it and make sure it is not inappropriately; used, accessed, disclosed, altered or destroyed. Also that the staff handling your personal information are complying with this policy and treat your privacy with great respect. Access to information has been limited with personal usernames and passwords and access is granted only when needed to carry out assigned duties. Personal information collected from you as a customer or cooperation partner is saved in bookings systems, calendar, invoicing software etc. these fragments complete our register “customer register”.
WHAT INFORMATION IS GIVEN TO THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND COUNTRIES?
Your personal information is not forfeited to countries outside the EU without a specific mandate. As for the software used for managing bookings, payments, reviews, timetables, calendar etc. might have registered headquarters to countries outside the EU. As an example Google has headquarters in the United States but also regional services in Finland. In accordance to the GDPR, personal information can be handled in countries outside EU when data protection adequacy has been recognized by the European Commission, which in this case it has. The information itself stays protected in accordance to the GDPR also when being handled in a country outside EU.
When leaving our website with external links we advise you to look into the privacy statements of each external link. As after leaving our site you are no longer under this privacy policy or our website’s terms of conditions. If you are placing an order from an country outside the EU, you may be under different jurisdiction than what we as the service provider are. Therefore you may be subject to laws applied in the originating country as example; as a citizen of United States you are also under the “Patriot Act”.
The third party providers we use, are only disclosed with your information to the necessary extent vital in order to perform services they provide for us. As an example case, partner company handling transfers only get information such as your name and pick up point; concluding only the information necessary to complete assigned duties.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY?
Please view this privacy policy frequently as we may update it with amendments. All updates and clarifications will be valid effective immediately upon their posting on the website. Latest update: 24.8.2019
HOW CAN I CONTACT?
If you have any questions regarding the privacy policy or wish to access, amend or delete any personal information we have about you please contact us. We are more than happy to give you additional information needed and to clarify existing policies.
Kontiovaaran Husky Oy
VAT: FI27780166
Email:
info@bearhillhusky.com
Address:
Viiksojantie 192,
97220 Rovaniemi
Terms and conditions
The following terms and conditions shall be applied for weekly safaris and tours offered and delivered during all seasons by Bearhill Husky (Kontiovaaran Husky Oy), through its programmes in following destinations: Rovaniemi, Helsinki and any other area of where the services are delivered.
COMMERCIAL TERMS
Services and prices:
The prices and the services offered, and to be delivered by Bearhill Husky are set out in the program descriptions for each program, service or tour. The given prices include VAT according to the Taxation Laws and Regulations of Finland. Bearhill Husky reserves the right to change the prices in case of any unforeseen increases in costs (including but not limited to taxes, fuel prices, animal feed prices etc.) beyond the control of Bearhill Husky. All programs, services and tours delivered directly by Bearhill Husky follow these Terms and Conditions.
Reservation:
Reservation received is considered as confirmed upon confirmation sent by Bearhill Husky to the consumer. Payment options will be presented in our webstore or in case of reservations are made via email; options are presented during the booking process.
Changes:
For changes, please inform booking@bearhillhusky.com and refer to your reservation number and/or other details. All changes or alterations are to be made in writing within office hours in Finland. The requested changes are subject to the written approval of Bearhill Husky.
Cancellation policy:
For cancellations, please inform booking@bearhillhusky.com and refer to your reservation number and/or other details. Cancellation inquiry shall be made in writing within office hours in Finland. The requested cancellations are subject to the written approval of Bearhill Husky. With complete cancellation, 50 EUR cancellation cost is deducted from the full refund sum.
Cancellation policy for individuals
NEW CANCELLATION CONDITIONS DUE TO COVID-19
– If the cancellation happens due to COVID-19, we provide full refund -50€/booking for the office costs. We request the proof of the cancellation. This policy is valid even for the last minute cancellation but only for the COVID-19 restrictions.
GENERAL CANCELLATION CONDITIONS
– Cancellation more than 7 days before listed departure time, full refund
– Cancellation 7 days or less before listed departure time, no refund
Cancellations for private tours
– Cancellation more than 15 days before listed departure time, full refund
– Cancellation more than 8 days before listed departure time, 50 % refund
– Cancellation 7 days or less before listed departure time, no refund
Cancellations for groups over 10 pax
– Cancellation more than 30 days before listed departure time , full refund
– Cancellation 29 days or less before listed departure time, no refund
Please note!
If we have to cancel a confirmed program due to the weather conditions, and are unable to reschedule the booked program we will refund 100 % of the total booking sum.
Child policy:
For children Bearhill Husky will apply special child rates. Children 4-14 years old receive a 40% discount, final price has been informed for each product separately.
Service language:
Language used for guiding and during all services is English if not otherwise stated or agreed.
Pregnant women:
Pregnant women are not at greater risk of an accident or harm than other participants in the tour. It is recommended that pregnant women join the tour as passengers and preferably in guide sled. However we recommend careful consideration if you wish to join a cart or sled driving part of the tour when on the 1st or 3rd trimester. Frequently asked questions
Photos and videos:
Bearhill Husky reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken on tours or programs organized by Bearhill Husky without the expressed written or oral permission of those included within the photograph/video. Bearhill Husky may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced; used or contracted by Bearhill Husky including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc.
Any person desiring not to have their photo taken or distributed must contact booking@bearhillhusky in writing of his/her intentions and include a photograph. Bearhill Husky will use the photo for identification purposes and will hold it in confidence according to privacy policy.
Any person or organization not affiliated with Bearhill Husky may not use, copy, alter or modify Bearhill Husky’s photographs, graphics, videos or other similar reproductions or recordings without the advance written permission of an authorized designee from Bearhill Husky.
GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CUSTOMER
The customer is responsible for doing the best to avoid the amount of damage. Bearhill Husky is not responsible for an accident that has been caused by a slight negligence or customers own negligence. The customer is responsible for all damages caused by their equipment, children, animals, staff, performers or audience to Bearhill Husky or to any third party that in accordance with the agreement is providing services together with Bearhill Husky. The customer is under contract to follow the instructions given by the staff of Bearhill Husky considering the venues, gear, animals and equipment. The customer is responsible for following the timetable of the program. If the customer neglects this duty, Bearhill Husky has the right to charge the expenses caused by the neglect.
2. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR
Liability for damages considering transportation is limited by the legislation of transportation (agreements valid in Finland or internationally). Bearhill Husky is not responsible for indirect or unforeseen damages as losing profit or equivalent. Bearhill Husky is not responsible for damages caused by insuperable or unforeseen reasons that Bearhill Husky could not prevent. Motives like these are for example war operations, natural catastrophe, infectious disease, strike and equivalent events. Bearhill Husky is responsible for informing the passengers immediately of this and aim to act in a way that the damages suffered by the passenger will stay as small as possible. The passenger has the right to compensation (from a damage to a person, item or property), which has been caused by an error in a performance of tour operator, if the mistake or accident is in consequence of negligence. The claim for compensation has to be presented in writing to the operator, not later than two weeks after the trip has ended, if there is no special reason for extending the time.
3. LIABILITY
Bearhill Husky shall exercise pro-activity, contingency, due diligence and appropriate health and safety measures in accordance with the laws and regulations of Finland and Finnish standards of recommended practices of program services at all times when delivering offered services under these terms and conditions.
Liability Insurance
Bearhill Husky has a General Third Party Liability Insurance for bodily injury and property damage according to the terms and conditions of LocalTapiola Group (Lähitapiola).
Motor Liability Insurance
All the coaches or other motorized transport vehicles used in traffic in Finland must have valid Motor Liability Insurance. The valid Motor Liability Insurance of the vehicle that caused the accident shall cover compensation for damages or injury resulting from a road accident. Under the provisions, any person suffering bodily injuries is entitled to receive compensation for the cost of medical treatment, pain and suffering, and handicap, in accordance with the terms and conditions of Motor Liability Insurance and laws and regulations of Finland. Compensations are based on tariffs in accordance with laws and regulations of Finland and orders of the Finnish authorities. Damages for property are by law limited up to EUR 3.300.000. But if an injured party has willfully or out of gross negligence caused his/her own injury, the injured party is not entitled to compensation.
Bearhill Husky is not liable for any loss, injury or damage whether direct, indirect or consequential, arising from incidents or accidents during transfers, except to the extent that such loss, injury or damage is caused by intention or by gross negligence. Personal travel insurance is therefore highly recommended.
EU –and EEA and Swiss citizens, who have European Health Insurance Card, are entitled to medical services in Finland while visiting here, which will be provided in accordance with the legislation of the Finland.
The Consumer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Bearhill Husky, its officers and employees from and against liability for any indirect loss and costs arising from any negligent act or omission or from any breach of the Terms and Conditions.
Self-Liability
All snowmobiles used in delivered services are insured as required by Finnish law and the coverage is subject to the above-mentioned Motor Liability Insurance terms and conditions.
Bearhill Husky reserves the right to change the routing and duration of all excursions if necessary according to the prevailing weather- and snow conditions or if deemed advisable for the sake of safety and the comfort of the participants and animals. Bearhill Husky reserves the right to discontinue the safari if a participant is seen as a potential danger to him/herself and participating animals or to others or is in poor health.
4. OTHER INJURIES
Bearhill Husky may only be held liable for personal injuries or material damage arising from accidents that have happened during the delivery of the offered services and which are caused by negligence of Bearhill Husky or its employees or sub-contractors or by the provision of faulty equipment. Bearhill Husky is not liable for any accidental damage or injury which has to be indemnified under the travel insurance of a customer. Personal travel insurance is always highly recommended.
Husky safaris can be physically demanding and the participants may be exposed to different kinds of physical strain. In case the Consumer is having any illnesses or disabilities (for instance heart disease, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, back or hip problems) that could affect his/her ability to take part in the services, or if she is pregnant, she/he should prior to participating any services consult medical experts about her/his ability to participate in the service in question. Should the customer have an illnesses or disability of this nature, he/she acknowledges that he/she participates in the service at his/her own risk.
5. ANIMALS
All animals used in the our programs are trained, as far it is possible for the activity. All Animals are kept and housed according to the current prevailing Finnish legislation and animal welfare standards.
However, behavior of animals can never be fully predicted and therefore, in order to reduce risks, given safety and other instructions have to be obeyed.
6. GUIDING
All our guides have undertaken our own training program and are highly qualified. When applicable safety instructions will be briefed and when sledding of driving a husky cart driving lesson will be provided. During driving lesson which the participants are briefed on technique and safety rules. Guidance are provided in English, some of the other languages are available as per other agreements.
7. CANCELLATION
For cancellations, please inform booking@bearhillhusky.com and refer to your reservation number and/or other details. Cancellation inquiry shall be made in writing within office hours in Finland. The requested cancellations are subject to the written approval of Bearhill Husky. With complete cancellation, 50 EUR cancellation cost is deducted from the full sum.
Please see the details of the cancellation policy above from section “Cancellation policy“.
8. SEVERABILITY
If any part, term or provision of these terms and conditions is partly or wholly held invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the validity or enforceability of other provisions, extent part and remainder of these terms and conditions shall remain in full force and effect.
9. APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the Finnish Law. The Finnish Courts shall have the exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute, controversy or claim related to such a demand. The District Court of Lapland (in Finnish: Lapin Käräjäoikeus), placed in Rovaniemi, shall be the court of first instance.
10. FORCE MAJEURE
Neither Party shall be held liable for any default, damage or loss due to a condition force majeure or to unreasonable impairment of the Party’s operations due to a similar cause (including but not limited to war, strike, weather, lack of snow, or other natural condition etc.). If encountered a force majeure condition, the Party shall immediately notify the other Party in writing thereof, and shall keep the other Party fully informed of the continuance of the force majeure condition and of any relevant change of circumstances whilst such force majeure continues. When encountered a force majeure conditions Parties shall also take all reasonable steps available to it to minimize the effects of the force majeure on the performance of their obligations under this contractual relationship.
Bearhill Husky (Kontiovaaran Husky Oy) 2019
Pups are taking it easy!
About us
We are a family run husky kennel based in Rovaniemi, Lapland!
In 2003 we decided to realize a dream and established Bearhillhusky in the small town of Lieksa in North Carelia. The first years were a steep learning curve and can only be described as adventurous and uncertain.
At first we concentrated on longer tours in the wilds of North Carelia, but as our family grew, and our services were more and more in demand in Lapland we decided to relocate to Rovaniemi, and focus on day trips and shorter tours.
Since 2012 the family has been permanently located in Rovaniemi.
It’s our passion to work with dogs, breed them, train them and let them be the best dogs they can be.
It is exactly this passion we love to share with you!
Valentijn
Valentijn has been working with huskies since 2000, has participated in numerous canoeing and rafting expeditions in Russia and has spent time as a gold-miner in the gold fields of Lemmenjoki. Although his passport says he is Dutch, he grew up in Southern Africa and, feels he is a citizen of the world. Valentijn loves learning about dogs and can talk for hours about the intricacies of dog training, the history of huskies, breeding and their nutrition.
Veronika
Veronika has been the down to earth voice in our kennel. She is the one who makes sure that emails are answered, bookings go on time, and that all those unseen important tasks in the background get done. She is also an amazing cook, and her salmon soup has impressed many a culinary critic.
Antti
Our wilderness man, and jack of all trades. Antti makes sure that Bearhill keeps moving forward more or less smoothly. With a true love for the wilderness life in his own original way he is a genuine character. Antti loves nothing more than travelling the wilds with his dog-team and has done many solo sledding expeditions throughout Lapland.
Contact information
Bearhill Husky Sales
Phone: +358 (0)40 7600020
Email: booking@bearhillhusky.com
Social media
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Bearhillhusky
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bearhillhusky
Tripadvisor: BearhillHusky
Company
Kontiovaaran Husky Oy
VAT: FI27780166
Kennel address*
Viiksojantie 192,
97220 Rovaniemi,
Finland
*Please book with us in advance as we require it. Also notice that winter road conditions could be very challenging and we do not recommend driving your own car to the kennel. Our tours always include transfers which we highly recommend using.
Arctic Circle Husky Camp address
Joulumaantie 2,
96930 Rovaniemi,
Santa Claus Village,
Arctic Circle Finland
*Please contact us in advance