Skip Skiing And Try These 8 Unique Winter Sports

1. Ice Climbing

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2. Snowkiting

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3. Ice Diving

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4. Sled Dog Racing

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5. Ice Skating

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6. Sledding

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7. Ice Sailing

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8. Winter Hiking

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