Adventure. Enrichment. Connection.
🍂 Fall Hike Sessions
Fall is the perfect time to get outside, breathe in the crisp air, and explore the trails — and your dog deserves to join in on the fun!
Our Fall Hike Sessions are part adventure and part training refresher, giving your dog the chance to hike, sniff, and socialize while brushing up on key skills like recall, calmness around other dogs and people, and focus on the handler.
Each session is thoughtfully structured to balance enrichment, exercise, and calm connection — with plenty of opportunities for sniffing, problem-solving, and exploring natural terrain. Think of it as your dog’s version of a restorative retreat: time in nature, good company, and mindful movement.
🗓️ Schedule + Availability
We’re offering two seasonal blocks this fall:
🍁 Block 1: October 27 – November 20 (Mondays & Thursdays)
🌲 Block 2: December 2 – December 18 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Each adventure runs approximately 3–4 hours, including pickup and drop-off.
Hike locations vary depending on group pairings, weather, and trail conditions — favorites include Tanglewood Trails, Pilot Mountain, Salem Lake, Reynolda Village/WFU Trails, Boones Cave, Belews Creek Park, Hanging Rock, Triad Park, and Crossnore.
Note: This is our founding series of Fall Hike Sessions — the first of its kind! We’re excited to test the trails, explore, and create something truly special for our dogs and community. If this series proves as enjoyable and successful as we expect, we’ll look to continue with a Winter Series in the new year.
Take advantage now while rates are set at our founding series level — these are special introductory prices for our first group of trail adventurers!
🐾 What’s Included
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Pickup and drop-off (within 25 minutes of Sherwood Forest, Winston-Salem)
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3–4 hours of guided adventure with a professional trainer
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Training refreshers woven naturally into the outing (recall, calmness, engagement)
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Supervised socialization with compatible canine friends
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Individual and group photos + videos shared after each session
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A brief report card highlighting your dog’s experience
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Each hike is limited to 3 dogs due to handled restrictions at most area parks.
Recommended that all dogs are off-leash e-collar training with reliable recall off-leash. If your dog isn’t e-collar trained or reliable off-leash yet, don’t worry - we’ll outfit them with a long hiking line (10–30 feet) to ensure safety and freedom to explore. We will make individual assessments for each dog on if and when they are appropriate to be off-leash at any time.
💸 Pricing
🌿 4-Week Package - Block 1: Oct 27 - Nov 20
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1 Hike per Week (4 total): $467
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2 Hikes per Week (8 total): $900
🌿 3-Week Package - Block 2: Dec 2 - Dec 18
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1 Hike per Week (3 total): $350
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2 Hikes per Week (6 total): $675
🍁 Full Fall Series Discount
Enroll in both seasonal blocks (Oct–Dec) and save:
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1 Hike per Week (both blocks): $735 total (save $82)
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2 Hikes per Week (both blocks): $1,418 total (save $157.50)
🐕 Solo Adventure Upgrade
For dogs best suited to a one-on-one hike: +$25 per session
Enroll for both series and receive:
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1 Hike per Week: $50 total discount
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2 Hikes per Week: $125 total discount
🎒 Single Hike (subject to be scheduled on alternate dates, depending on enrollment and dog pairings)
$135 per session
🌤️ Weather + Rescheduling
We don’t mind a little mud! Hikes continue in light rain, but in cases of heavy rain or unsafe trail conditions, we may decide to postpone and seek a make-up session. If we get messy, we will have towels on hand to dry off and wipes to clean off dirt and mud as best as possible. We do not guarantee they are free from all dirt upon return. Dogs need dirt in their life, and it won't hurt anyone! But we respect keeping your space as clean as possible after they return from a field trip.
❤️ Eligibility
To keep everyone safe and happy, this program is open to:
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Best Life Canine clients who have completed at least a Basic Obedience Program
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Dogs in good physical health and fitness for 3–4 hours of outdoor activity
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Dogs who are comfortable around other dogs and people, or suitable for solo adventures
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Dogs who are comfortable being crated - all dogs must ride in a Ruffland Kennel in the vehicle for transportation. If your dog is not able to load up to a crate or be lifted into one, please reach out to inquire about other walk programs.
If your dog has any recent injuries or ongoing reactivity concerns, please reach out so we can determine the best fit for them.
🐶 Ready to Join the Adventure?
Spaces are limited for each session to ensure a calm, enjoyable experience for every dog.
👉 Click to request your spot in the Fall Hike Sessions!
Once your form is received, we’ll review it for fit and pairing, then send your custom invoice to confirm enrollment.
Have questions?
Email Andrea to get a quick call scheduled to answer your questions.