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| It's incredible how fast a dog can run... |
Dog Sledding
I bet not many people think of dog sledding when they think of the Adirondacks, but dog sled rides are actually offered in the popular magical town of Lake Placid! Different dog sledding companies and "mushers" set up their dogs along Mirror Lake as soon as it freezes over. It's an eye-opening, fun, and safe activity to do solo or as a family. There's something very unique and powerful about being borne over the snow so quickly by a team of dogs. If you have never been in a dog sled before, I definitely recommend it. It is an ancient, traditional means of transportation that should be experienced by all.
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This site includes the contact information Thunder Mountain Dog Sled Tours, a local father-son team.
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| The Saranac Lake Winder Carnival Ice Palace |
An old tradition in the Adirondacks, winter carnivals are held all over the region. One of the most well known is the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival, which is celebrating its 116th Anniversary this year! These carnivals include everything from live performances, games, fireworks, art shows, and the Saranac carnival even features an incredible ice palace! For more information on different carnivals throughout the Adirondacks, click here.
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| Almost "dashing through the snow"... |
Sleigh Rides
Okay, so maybe you can tell I lean towards the more romantic and historic winter activities... Another wonderful recommendation of mine is the time-traveling experience of riding in a horse drawn sleigh. It reminds you that this was how everyone got around just a century or so ago. The silence of riding through the woods or fields, with no sound other than the bells on the harnesses and the snorting of the horses is something that's been lost with time. Find it again by reaching out to the many companies that offer this opportunity. Many rides include warm blankets, hot cocoa, and even hand warmers.
Click here and scroll down for several options!
Happy happy holidays and New Year! Have a good old fashioned winter!
Sources
http://www.lakeplacid.com/do/family-fun/dog-sled-rides
http://www.minitime.com/trip-tips/Lake-Placid-Dogsledding-article
http://visitadirondacks.com/attractions/winter-carnivals
http://www.lakeplacid.com/do/family-fun/horseback-riding-and-sleigh-rides
All of these sound so fun! I feel like we mostly talk about recreation in the Adirondacks surrounding summer and fall activities, but they have a lot to offer in the winter as well. What a great way to get in the holiday spirit!
ReplyDeleteI love this post! I agree with Katherine that we usually think of the summer activities in the Adirondacks rather than winter. I never even thought of dog sledding as a possible winter activity, that would be really cool. It's so fascinating how many outdoor activities the Adirondacks provide year round.
ReplyDeleteI made a blog post about the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. These other activities seem just as fun and I think they really take advantage of the beauty of winter in the Adirondacks. Not many people want to engage in outdoor activities during the winter, but I think these are great ways to bring tourism to the area during the colder months.
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