I spent two days photographing the finish line of a 350km dogsled race in northern Sweden.
By the end, I wasn’t even sure how I felt about it.

This documentary-style video follows my experience photographing the finish of a long-distance dogsled race in northern Sweden.

It’s about fatigue, pressure, responsibility — and the moments that make it all worth it.

I was the only photographer there.
Teams kept arriving.
Sleep was minimal.
Focus had to stay sharp.

Sometimes it’s not about the perfect photo.
It’s about being there when something real happens.

Photos can be ordered here:
www.oypo.nl/en/guyburgerhout

📍 Filmed in northern Sweden
🐕 Race distance: 350 km
📷 Gear used:
Main camera: Sony A7 IV
Other camera: Sony A7 iii
Lenses I use:
Sigma 14mm f1.4
Sony 24-70mm f2.8
Sony 70-200mm f2.8
Sony 200-600mm f5.6 - f6.3

Let me know in the comments — what makes something “worth it” for you?

#dogsledding #dogsledrace #documentaryphotography #winterphotography #northernsweden

Are you interested in going out on a hike with me?
send me an email: guy@burgerhoutphotography.com

Do you want a photo I took on your wall?
This is the link to my print shop: https://www.burgerhoutphotography.com/photoproducts

If you want to support me in another way maybe?
Donations to support me you can do via this link on Paypal: paypal.me/guyinsweden
To have early access on my video’s check out my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/Guy_Burgerhout

My photography website: https://www.burgerhoutphotography.com

The music I am using is coming from Cora Music: https://coramusic.com/welcome
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Used camera gear:
Main camera: Sony A7 IV
Other camera: Sony A7 iii
Lenses I use:
Sigma 14mm f1.4
Sony 24-70mm f2.8
Sony 70-200mm f2.8
Sony 200-600mm f5.6 - f6.3

Drone:
DJI mini 3 pro

The gloves I use: https://www.theheatcompany.com/int

On this channel I will share my photography stories, as well traveling with a Land Rover and how our way of moving to Sweden evolves!
Feel free to subscribe and follow along 🙂

Other ways to follow me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/photos_from_a_guy
Other instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velo_athletic
My photography website: https://www.burgerhoutphotography.com

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Last weekend I photographed a long-distance dogsled race here in northern Sweden.

From the quiet opening ceremony with candlelight in the church, to the intensity at the checkpoints and finish line, it was a weekend filled with long hours, little sleep, and powerful moments between mushers and their dogs.

In this video I share what it looked like from my perspective — both on the trail and back home while going through the images.

Winter photography, endurance, partnership, and life in the north.

Downloads of my photo's can be found here:
www.oypo.nl/en/guyburgerhout

If you enjoy stories like this from Sweden, consider subscribing.
#dogsledding #winterphotography #sweden #amundsenrace2026

Are you interested in going out on a hike with me?
send me an email: guy@burgerhoutphotography.com

Do you want a photo I took on your wall?
This is the link to my print shop: https://www.burgerhoutphotography.com/photoproducts

If you want to support me in another way maybe?
Donations to support me you can do via this link on Paypal: paypal.me/guyinsweden
To have early access on my video’s check out my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/Guy_Burgerhout

My photography website: https://www.burgerhoutphotography.com

The music I am using is coming from Cora Music: https://coramusic.com/welcome
Want to try out Cora music for your own video's?
Use my code: guyburgerhout and try it out not for 30 days, but 60!
- All music is covered by one simple license – no copyright issues, no lost revenue.
- Full access to over 21,000+ tracks + sfx, no limits.
- Real artists, real music – royalties go straight back to the creators.

www.coramusic.com/register

Used camera gear:
Main camera: Sony A7 IV
Other camera: Sony A7 iii
Lenses I use:
Sigma 14mm f1.4
Sony 24-70mm f2.8
Sony 70-200mm f2.8
Sony 200-600mm f5.6 - f6.3

Drone:
DJI mini 3 pro

The gloves I use: https://www.theheatcompany.com/int

On this channel I will share my photography stories, as well traveling with a Land Rover and how our way of moving to Sweden evolves!
Feel free to subscribe and follow along 🙂

Other ways to follow me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/photos_from_a_guy
Other instagram: https://www.instagram.com/velo_athletic
My photography website: https://www.burgerhoutphotography.com

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AR26 Openings Ceremony in association with Strömsund Municipality.

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Recording of the Live Stream 2026 Amundsen Race Start

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Amundsen Race 2025 Afterparty by Vanessa Weinbach

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Deep in the Swedish countryside, where winter still feels wild and untouched, I got to experience something truly special: the Amundsen Sled Dog Race. From the very first moment in Strömsund to the breathtaking finish line in Fjällsikten, I followed the mushers and their incredible dogs with my camera as they took on this challenging journey through Sweden’s frozen wilderness.

Sled dog racing isn’t just a sport - it’s a way of life. It’s about passion, endurance, and the unbreakable bond between human and dog. Standing at the start line, feeling the energy of the dogs, watching them disappear into the vast northern landscape, and capturing it all with my camera and drone… this was an adventure like no other.

In this video, I take you along for the ride - from the intense preparations and the adrenaline-filled start to the strategic checkpoint breaks and the emotional finish. Whether you're a dog lover, an outdoor enthusiast, or just fascinated by life in the far North, I hope this video lets you feel the magic of Sweden’s winter wilderness.

And maybe… just maybe… one day I’ll be standing on my own sled, guiding my own team through these endless snow-covered trails. 🌲🐕✨

Have you ever experienced sled dog racing? Let me know in the comments!

And if you want to know more about the Amundsen Sled Dog Race, check them out:
https://www.instagram.com/amundsen_race/
https://www.amundsenrace.com/
https://www.facebook.com/amundsen.the.mid.scandinavian.sleddog.race.53834

Thank you so much for watching and your support! It means the world to me ❤️
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Music was found on epidemicsound.com
Brittle Bones - Sunfish Grove

And on Artlist.io
Amir Marcus - Horizon
Colton Dewberry - Spring
Ian Post - Clarity - Strings Version
Josh Tarp - Mountaintop - Instrumental Version
Kyle Preston - In the North
Steven Beddall - Ill Be Fine
The Hunts - Years
The North - Follow You
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:51 Packing and arriving
03:11 What is the Amundsen Race?
03:55 Race Preparations
04:54 The Start
06:31 Arriving at the first Checkpoint
07:05 How do the Mushers travel?
08:03 Checkpoint Ursvattnet
12:26 Arriving at the finish line
14:34 The biggest achievement
16:55 Driving home & Ending

#Sweden #sleddogs

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AR25 Openings Ceremony in association with Strömsund Municipality.

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Amundsen Live Race Start 2025 at Strömunds Hempan

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Memories of Amundsen 2024 by Charli Rodrigo Allepuz

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