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Snow Sports: 6 Ways to Stay Active in Winter

Skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, skating, and tubing are fun winter activities that offer exposure to fresh air and sunlight.

The terrain at Helmer Nature Center is hilly and tree-covered, making is an excellent place for peaceful woodland exploration.

Are you ready to play in the snow? Take your sled to one of Monroe County’s thrilling sledding hills, like Mendon Ponds and Black Creek.

All indoor ice skating rinks, plus a few outdoor rinks, offer skate rentals. For outdoor ice to set, we need 3–5 days of temperatures below 32°F.

Skiing is a popular winter activity that provides both physical and social benefits and helps maintain vitamin D levels with sun exposure.

If you’re looking to spend time outdoors, give snowshoeing a try. There are places around Rochester to rent and learn how to use them.

Venture into one of these New York State Parks within a two-hour drive of Rochester and discover what makes them unique.

Soar above the treetops on Bristol Mountain’s Comet Express lift and enjoy panoramic views of the stunning fall foliage.