sledding

noun

The activity of riding a sled down a snowy slope, or of moving things by sled.

Example sentences

“The kids went sledding on the hill behind the school.”
“Sledding is free, but you need warm gloves and a good hill.”

American English; British children go 'sledging'. Usually paired with 'go', as in 'go sledding'.

Related words

climbingThe sport of going up rock faces, walls, or other structures using hand and foot holds, usually secured by a rope and a partner.snowboardingThe sport of riding down snowy slopes standing on a snowboard.rappellingThe activity of lowering yourself down a cliff or wall using a rope.skiingAny of the sports in which people travel over snow on skis.kayakingThe sport of paddling a kayak, whether racing or performing tricks.snorkelingSwimming face-down at the water's surface while breathing through a snorkel tube.