Yes, most definitely!  And a great way to guarantee a successful nap time later!
We require a minimum age of 2 years old at Borealis Sparks.  All children ages 2-18 must wear a helmet while kicksledding for their safety.  If you don't have a helmet we have a limited amount of loaners but encourage you to bring your own. When conditions are unsafe, DO NOT LET children go alone and use your best judgment always.  

Compressed trails with snow or ice are a wonderful place go.  Sidewalks, neighborhood roads, dog mushing trails, maintained bike paths, groomed multi use trails, UAF campus, frozen ponds and lakes, Tanana lakes has a great ice loop but always check the Parks and Rec website for condition updates. As long as there isn't any gravel, sand, exposed pavement you can enjoy kicksledding all over the Interior! 

- Anyone aged 2-102 years.

-Families looking for new and fun ways to explore the Alaskan outdoors.

-People of all shapes and sizes who enjoy being outdoors. It's a great alternative to cross-country skiing.

-Elderly folks that could use more stability on the snow and ice while getting fresh air.

-Cabin owners and renters that need to transport gear into remote areas.

-Ice fishers who want to carry gear to their favorite fishing hole and then have a place to sit and wait for the fish to bite.

-Disabled people can use a kicksled much like a walker or wheelchair with assistance from a pusher. 

-Thrill seekers looking for a new and fun way to enjoy winter! 

Kicksledding is one of the easiest winter activities to learn! 

Going:  Grab your handlebar, place your right foot on the right runner footrest, and use your left foot to kick yourself forward and enjoy the glide!  To avoid having one stronger leg it's a good idea to switch kick foots by alternating every 5-6 kicks.

Stopping: Easy, you can drag one foot to slow yourself down or take both feet off the runners to come to a fast and complete stop.

Should you encounter a downhill situation: Before going full send down a hill you need to practice your "breaking system" also known as your foot!  To slow yourself down simply drag your foot on the ground between the runners.  When comfortable place both feet on the runners and keep a bend in your knees while keeping both hands on the handlebar. 
Kicksleds can pick up quite a bit of speed on hills so ALWAYS use caution and your best judgment.  

It is Alaska, so be prepared: Winter jacket, ski/snow pants, hat, gloves, neck warmer, helmets for kids ages 2-18, warm socks, boots, etc.  
Wearing layers is encouraged because Kicksledding is a surprise work out and you can overheat.  Being able to shed a layer will help keep you comfortable, and the seat comes in handy to store a basket or backpack to hold your things.  Along with a water bottle and snacks for the ride!
If you feel the need for speed, a pair of ice cleats or grips will help you accomplish this!

We are sorry but no.  Kicksleds returned before the rental time is up will not be eligible for reimbursement and unused time can not be rolled over to another day.

While a kicksled does have a seat, it does not have arm rests so the person sitting must be able to balance themselves by holding on to the bottom of the seat or by reaching behind their back to hold onto the back of the chair.  There is a foot rest on the front to comfortably rest ones feet.  We encourage you to check it out for yourself and we can help answer your questions and hopefully offer solutions to make it work for you! Please call or email us to set up an appointment.

If you want to reserve a Kicksled for a certain day and time, simply click the "BOOK NOW" link. 

Yes, we require each member(s) of your party to have a signed waiver before they take possession of a rented Kicksled(s) from Borealis Sparks LLC. 

In Scandinavian languages a Kicksled is actually called a "Spark"!  At Borealis Sparks we offer the traditional Kicksled made out of Finnish Birchwood.  This design has a seat for a passenger or basket to sit.  We also offer the more modern Kickspark Max, and it is the "sports car" of Kicksleds!  It is made of aluminum and is very light weight, so it goes FAST!