The Team

Simone

Simone (1970) came to Eräkeskus in 2003 to live a dream, a life in nature, working with dogs and being self-employed. What started with 35 dogs long ago, is now a well running company with around 150 dogs, a team of 6 - 9 workers and happy clients in winter as well as in summer. She got infected by the Scandinavia-virus in 1978 and had her first contact with sleddogs in 1992.

Simone was working for many years in the tourism industry and studied animal psychology besides.

Today she is taking care of the administration, loves to work in the kennels, helps wherever help is needed and is out on tour with guests during several weeks in both seasons.

Finn

I'm Finn (2005) from Germany and I finished my A-levels this summer. I've been a junior ranger in the Black Forest National Park since 2012 and have always loved wild nature and animals. At home it was too warm and there was too little snow, so I moved north.
Here in Eräkeskus, after 12 years of school, I want to experience something completely different with so many things that I love: snow, nature, dogs and so on.

Nicolas

I am Nicolas (1993) from Valais/Switzerland. Since 2019 I have been able to live my dream as a class teacher. I really enjoy accompanying and supporting children on their journey through life. To balance things out, I like to spend my free time doing sports outside in nature.

I came across Eräkeskus while looking for a new, exciting challenge and a break from everyday school life. I am really looking forward to an eventful time with the team, guests, the dogs and finally a white winter again.

Benni

I'm Benni (1986) from the wooded northern Hesse in Germany. For me, dealing with nature, the seasons and animals plays a very big role in my life. Since winter is unfortunately not coming in our region more and more often, I decided to put my job in the theater on hold for half a year (in the truest sense) and started the journey to become part of the four- and two-legged team here. I'm really looking forward to the time with you and all the impressions we experience together.

 

Timo

I'm Timo (2006) and I live near Munich. This year I finished school with my A-levels. Before I start university, I really wanted to do something other than sit at a school desk. So after a few detours, I ended up here at Eräkeskus.
At home, I like to be outdoors, whether cycling, hiking, snowboarding, riding a motorcycle or flying drones. Otherwise, I'm also very active in sports, I'm a trainer in the water rescue service for children and young people and also a trainer in a taekwondo club for children and adults.
I'll be working here at Eräkeskus until the beginning of March and am looking forward to a snowy winter and a great time with the rest of the team and the guests.

Svenja

I am Svenja (2005) and I come from beautiful central Switzerland.

In the summer I successfully completed my apprenticeship as a car painter. During these 4 years of training I always worked indoors. Now I'm taking the time to try out various jobs that are close to nature.

As I like winter, I was looking for a job in the north. I came across Eräkeskus on the internet, where I can now work until the end of April.

I'm looking forward to the combination of the guests, the dogs, the team and the real winter. Here's to a varied and educational time!

Flavia & Viva

I'm Flavia (1987) and I come from Switzerland. It's been more than 5 years since I left Eräkeskus after my first work assignment. Back then I brought home Viva (sister Finn, Yukon, Stella, Nonii, Leica, Bolle) with me.

Now we're back to support Simone and the team for two months.

Noah & Chinook

I, Noah (1996), am from Switzerland and have been here to work for the fourth time in six years.

By my side is Chinook, who I was able to take over from Simone as a private dog almost six years ago.

I will be working as a guide and all-rounder until the end of February.

Vera

I am Vera (1968) and I come from the beautiful Eifel region (NRW, West Germany). After working as an employee for 35 years and raising two children, I quit my job last spring and set off for Scandinavia to spend the summer months there. My love of Nordic culture and my fascination for the breathtaking landscapes have captivated me for decades. I have been able to get to know the country, the people and the language on many trips.  Now I am drawn to Finland to experience the freezing cold winter and the unique atmosphere. Accepting challenges and helping to shape change are now part of my daily life. The only constant is change.

 

Cedric

I'm Cedric (1995) from Switzerland. This is the first time I work for Eräkeskus and will stay here until the end of march. Sled dogs are a new aera for me and I'm looking forward to this new experience.

 

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