The DOGS
David breeds Alaskan dogs since the beginning of the adventure. This constantly evolving breed is probably the most versatile. Depending on the bloodline and the training given, this breed of dog can be a fearsome sprinter or an indefatigable long distance runner.
We have opted for the happy medium, preferring dogs a little bit heavier with a long fast and supple trot that allows to cover long distances in a short period of time.
Our dogs are real athletes and we show them a lot of love and the utmost respect. We will be happy to introduce you to them when you visit us and you will be able to witness their joy of running along our trails! Lastly, our dogs are all very sociable and they show a strong preference to anyone who generously gives out big hugs!
David BOYER
David is the owner and the musher (guide) of the pack. Already at the age of 12, he had harnessed the labrador of the family home to a sled made from a pair of skis and an old chair. After a few years of service with mushers of the region, David created his own pack with which he entered a few races and went on numerous expeditions.
While pursuing advanced studies in history that led him to become a teacher, David always kept his dogs. When he decided to make his home on the land of his family’s farm with his wife Marie-Hélène, David decided, while working full time on the organic field crops and beef cattle farm, to live his passion by working with his dogs all winter.
Around the end of February, David participated in a few mid-distance races (about 100 km); races in which him and his dogs have finished in first or second place for a few years! Please know that when you leave on a ride, you also participate in the training of the dogs!
Marie-Hélène BÉLAIR
Marie-Hélène shares her passion for nature, the great wide open and animals with David. At Aventures Liguoriennes, she has the great joy of welcoming you upon your arrival. She makes sure young and old will have the nesessary equipment to stay warm all along the ride. She is also deeply involved with the socialization of the puppies and the training of the dogs.
Ever since she was young, Marie has always had a special feeling for all creatures of the Earth. It is her love for travel that led her to become a Spanish teacher, after having studied many languages.
Pierre-Luc BÉLANGER
Originally from the Lanaudière region, Pierre-Luc has always had a passion for animals, especially dogs, with whom he shares a deep friendship. Adventurous by nature, his interest in dog sledding was awakened during his many snowshoe outings with his own dogs.
His debut with the Aventures Liguoriennes team dates back to 2017, when he was working part-time during his bachelor’s degree in anthropology. Since then, Pierre-Luc renews his relationships with his human and dog colleagues every winter, where he enjoys watching the puppies grow up and the doyens grow old.
Continuing his graduate studies, Pierre-Luc is now conducting ethnographic research on the contemporary place of the dog among the Innu, an native population of northeastern Quebec. Although he enjoys working in the academic world, the moments he shares with the team’s amazed clientele are a constant reminder that his work as a musher is one of the best in the world!
Camille MOREL
Freshly arrived in Canada, Camille is a true explorer in search of discovery and adventure. She grew up in Grenoble, in the middle of the French Alps, and went on to study human resources management before discovering a taste for travel. She lived in New Zealand for a year, then traveled to many other countries.
Passionate about outdoor adventure sports, Camille loves taking on new challenges and learning new things.
Her experiences in cani-rando and on a New Zealand farm have enabled her to develop a deep connection with dogs and expertise in handling them. Upon arriving in Quebec, she completed the ¨Guide d’attelage canin¨ training program before continuing her apprenticeship with Les Aventures Liguoriennes. Enthusiastic and with excellent social skills, Camille is eager to share her passion and take on new challenges in the canine field.
Angélina MEIER
A dog sledding and cani-kart guide since the age of 15, Angélina is a true dog lover. The owner of a small pack of 7 dogs, she began her adventure in France before moving to Quebec. Calm and relaxed by nature, but always smiling, Angélina will guide you through the trails and will be delighted to share with you her passion for harness sports, dog care and the wonderful relationship that develops with the pack.
Dominic LUSSIER LEBLANC
A dog lover from an early age, Dominic developed his passion by first harnessing his house dog. While his friends rode their bikes around town, he followed them with his dog harnessed to his scoot.
Following his studies in police techniques, Dominic took advantage of numerous trips to discover the world and try out new work experiences. It was in 2018 that he finally entered the world of dog sledding, and his interest has been growing ever since. Now owning a pack of 11 dogs with his wife Chanel (who comes to work with us from time to time, much to our delight! ), Dominic loves all the activities that allow him to have fun with his dogs: camping, canicross, bikejoring, sledding, and so on. Working at Aventures Liguoriennes since 2021, Dominic is a dynamic guide who’s eager to share his passion with you and give you an incredible experience!
