what sport popular in alaska is also called mushing
Winter RecreationSnowmobiling, dog mushing and cross-country skiing have long been popular winter pastimes in the White Mountains National Recreation Area.Winter RecreationSnowmobiling, dog mushing and cross-country skiing have long been popular winter pastimes in the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Skijoring (cross-country skiing while being pulled by dogs) and winter mountain biking are rapidly growing winter sports.he Summit Trail Shelter, 8 miles from the Wickersham Dome Trailhead, offers emergency shelter, but unlike the other White Mountains cabins, has no woodstove.Dog Sledding Dog sledding, also called dog mushing, is a popular Alaska winter sport. Teams with up to 15 dogs commonly travel the White Mountains trails.