Try these alternative winter sports
If you can’t beat winter, it’s best to make the most of it. And, as this is the “La Nina” winter, there is no shortage of snow, ice and wind, so there’s all the more reason to discover fun ways to enjoy this long season.
If you’ve already been skiing, snowboarding or skating, or are looking for something a little different to try, Cheapflights.ca has a list a Top Alternative Winter Sports to give you something different (albeit quirky) to try:
Night sledding aka Night Tubing – Night swimming? Try night tubing. But we’re not talking about your neighbourhood hill, here we mean ski slopes on tubes at night. Wait for a night with a full moon and clear skies to get the best visibility, and wear warm and breathable gear for the optimum comfort. Goggles are a must! Because it’s in the dark, this sport needs extra attention to safety, so travel in groups or with partners, keeping the heaviest person at the back of the sled or tube.
Broomball – A sport born in Canada around the turn of the century, Broomball has (seriously) taken off as a cool (arguably much safer) version of hockey throughout the United States and Europe with official competitions. Instead of skates, players wear special rubber shoes, and instead of a puck, the game is played with a ball. Keep in mind, you’ll still have to wear protective gear like helmets, pads and gloves.
Snow kayaking – Who needs water? Row, row, row your boat gently through the snow for a fun wintry substitute. Instead of navigating your way through rapids, you’ll glide through snowy hills wearing a snowsuit and goggles. The World Snow Kayaking Championships takes place in each year, but the sport is gaining momentum in other places around the world where snow and kayaking coexist.
Caving – It’s called a few different things depending on where you’re coming from, but caving is unique in its terrain, and (although actually a year-round sport), a great way to get outside in the winter in lieu of heading down extreme hills. Mostly based on exploring wild and non-commercial cave systems, caving offers untouched scenery and glimpses of beautiful limestone formations, among other things.
Snowkiting – Much like its sister sport – kite surfing – snowkiting joins the momentum of a kite with a courageous person on a slippery surface. Hang on tight to the string of a large kite, and hop on your snowboard or skis to cruise up and downhill. Frozen lakes make another great surface.
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