The 30-minute jaunts include a scenic ride through the woods to the top of the mountain for a view of the valley below. Once the snow melts, the rides continue as horse-drawn hayrides. Call 683-5550 for more information. Quarry Ridge Stables , South Onondaga Road, Nedrow, offers more personal packages. Rides through the surrounding countryside are available via sleigh, coach or carriage and may be accompanied by sleigh bells and wine or champagne, if you desire.
Dinner rides, private cabins and group accommodations are also available.
The 1.5-mile trips run about 45 minutes to an hour and require reservations. Call 492-3404 for more information. Two Onondaga County parks do offer sledding hills. Long Branch Park is open for downhill fun on weekends and holidays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Snowboarding is also allowed, and a designated kiddie hill keeps the little ones safe. Call 451-PARK for more information.