North Paws Wilderness

Meet a brother and sister duo, Talia and Morgan Martens, both passionate mushers, as they share their journey in the exhilarating world of dog sledding, discover how their mutual love from mushing fuels their support for each other, but also leads to the occasional sibling disagreement. Join us in this episode for a look at their adventures, challenges, life long experience, and the unique dynamic...

Meet a brother and sister duo, Talia and Morgan Martens, both passionate mushers, as they share their journey in the exhilarating world of dog sledding, discover how their mutual love from mushing fuels their support for each other, but also leads to the occasional sibling disagreement. Join us in this episode for a look at their adventures, challenges, life long experience, and the unique dynamic...

Join host, Brittany North, and guest, Ryan Anderson, as they talk about all things mushing, from Ryan’s early days starting out as a musher, what’s he’s learned in between, and will he be 5 time Beargrease champ this year?

Join Brittany North and Carpenter Ted as they share two dog diaries stories.

In this episode, myself and my favorite content creator and guest, Pavlina Sudrich, as she discusses her close encounters with both grizzly and black bears during backcountry adventures. Pavlina also providers her top tips on how to be mindful and safe while in the backcountry and respecting the animal kingdom. Be sure to listen so you can learn what are the best practices for the next time you’re...

Join Brittany North, as she explores the wild world of conservation detection with Collette from rogue detection dogs. In this episode, Collette educates us about the efforts of using detection dogs in the conservation field. She also shares a heartwarming success story from the field and shares a spine, tingling experience of being followed by an unknown presence in the field. Tune in for an inti...

Weeks back, I had the pleasure of talking with Anna & Kristy of Seeing Double Sled Dog Racing. In this episode, join us as we talk about the importance of being physically fit for mushing, mentally tough, and trying control all the ups and downs of sled dog racing!

Join myself and my friend Jasmine as we read two dog dairies from listeners. One story is of a bad dog owner nobody aspires to be and one of a bear on the loose.

Join me and my guest, Emily Ford, as we talk about her BWCA canoe trip over the summer with her partner and their 4 dogs. Yes, you read that correctly, 4 dogs and 2 humans in a canoe! This is an amazing adventure story of two humans that want to live the best life outdoors with their dogs. Emily and her partner also have an exciting winter adventure coming up in Alaska, listen to hear more! To sta...

In this episode, join me and Erin Altemus, as we talk about her next great adventure… Iditarod 2024!

In this episode, join me and my guest, Haley from @paws.andreflect as we talk about her dog, Scout’s, reactivity, their training successes, and how they now live comfortably traveling and living in their van.

Join Brittany North and emergency medicine veterinarian, Dr. Katie for a vital conversation as we sit down with an Emergency Medicine Veterinarian. Discover crucial insights on: Dog first aid kits: Building a canine lifesaver Keeping dogs safe in the heat: Summer precautions Foxtails: Silent threats in your backyard and on trail Blue algae: Hidden dangers in water Blasto: Understanding Blastomycos...

In this episode, Brittany North dives into the world of dog-powered sports with Blanka, the creative manager of Non-Stop Dogwear, based in Norway. Blanka shares her expertise on the foundations of training and learning the thrilling sport of canicross, where humans and dogs form an incredible team. We explore how starting with canicross can serve as a base for progressing into bikejoring and skijo...

In this captivating episode, join Brittany North in a fascinating conversation with Maddy, an expert from the renowned International Wolf Center in Ely, Minnesota. Maddy shares her wealth of knowledge about the intriguing world of wolves, covering everything from their behavior to essential tips on how to handle encounters with these majestic creatures while out on the trail. But should we do when...

Join myself with Can-Am Kat (Kat Langlais), as we talk about her racing season but most importantly, her being the first woman in history to win the Can-Am, a 250 mile sled dog race race.

Join me in the ramblings of another Trail Side episode, where Carpenter Ted, myself, Panda and Cowboy spend a few days adventuring in the north woods at the property. Join me in this episode where I share tips about off leash training (espionage in new environments), dog bug spray best practice, trail manners, and how to cool your dog down on trail.

Join me on this episode as I sit down with Mike Somerby, the Marketing Director of Duckworth, a leading wool garment manufacturer and e-commerce retailer. Duckworth specializes in creating rugged gear designed to withstand harsh weather conditions for hard jobs and adventure based outdoorsy folks. What sets them apart is their commitment to sustainability and ethical practices both for the land th...

Welcome to the first Trail Side episode! In these conversational episodes from the trail, you’ll hopefully laugh and learn something. In this episode, Brittany North and Carpenter Ted, take Panda on a celebratory hike for her 11th birthday, raspberry picking, and Brittany shares how to relieve itchy mosquito bites on trail, which was learned from following, Linda Black Elk.

In this episode, myself and Robert Forto, fellow dog trainer and podcaster, delve into the essential foundations of dog training that are crucial before embarking on outdoor adventures with your furry friend. From basic obedience commands to leash manners and recall training, we cover the fundamental skills your dog needs for a successful and safe outdoor experience. Additionally, we share invalua...

Welcome to the first Dog Diaries episode, if you need a good laugh… well you’re sure to laugh during this episode. Join my husband and I where we share our story of how not to canoe camp with your dog. This is a very “do as I say, not as I do” kind of episode. Enjoy this doozie and do better than us taking your dog on a canoe camping trip! To support and follow North Paws Wilderness for podcast ep...

In this episode, join me as I speak with Jesse Terry, an Anishinaabe musher, fellow dog lover, outdoor enthusiast, and overall awesome person. We’ll talk about everything from the importance of being aware of the indigenous land we’re on, to staying positive in challenging situations, to puppies, and of course mushing. If you’d like to follow along with Jesse and his kennel, On the Land, he can be...

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, you’ll find this episode heavily based around our mental health. In this episode there are topics of mental health struggles, trauma, PTSD, and mentions of substance abuse and animal abuse. Please listen with care and know that if you too are on a trauma recovery journey, you are loved and important. Big thank you to Alyssa Buser for being so brave and in...

Hidden in the pines and deep snow of California, there is the Reimer Pack, a small racing sled dog kennel. But they weren’t always a small sled dog kennel. Like a lot of us, their journey started with a couple of dogs. Join Jesika Reimer and myself as we discuss things skijoring; from training commands to trail manners and everything in between. For more info on skijoring, check out the Reimber Pa...

Hello there, adventurers! I’m Brittany North, and welcome to the North Paws Wilderness podcast. I’ve started this podcast in hopes to share stories and interviews that inspire, and educate about dog-powered sports and how to safely and confidently adventure into the wilderness with your dog. Listeners can submit their stories of adventuring outdoors with their dogs; things like camping, hiking, ca...