A Sled Maker's Journal

My son Gabriel has been hauling his toboggan around Minnapolis/St. Paul. We have been pleased that it rides so nicely on the freeway with just two bungee cords!

Pat and I just got back from the cabin. With the early thaw we have going on this March I thought I should get my wood cut for next winter's heating season. At my age I like to cut the 2 ½ cords of...

 It’s nice to get a break from the normal routine once in while…in any season. A few weeks back we made an escape to the woods and got the stoves going in the cabins at the family hunting camp. My...

My introduction to toboggan making and the Traditional Toboggans and Sleds of Northern Canada began nearly two years before I met Milton Chaboyer of Thompson, MB. At that time I was quite fascinat...

Before the Europeans came to Northern Canada, living on the land was difficult or at least more difficult than today. Many of the people where nomadic in that they followed the game to feed themse...

It’s been suggested that we have some sort of “buyers guide” on our website. Often folks who may not be familiar with the different toboggan styles need help making a decision on which toboggan wi...

Testimonials from those using our sleds is a continual perk. Thanks for sharing, JJ and cheers to many years of joy with your family's new wood toboggan!   "I just wanted to say thank you for gett...

This work is rewarding on many levels. One of the best parts of building sleighs is connecting with those who share their stories about gifting a wooden toboggan. Just this past holiday season I ...

(John Harren in his shop at Northern Toboggan & Sled // Photo by Tim Bjerk, edited by Aaron Davidson) Thank you Kim Hruba! How appropriate that a friend and customer be asked by The Growler Mag...