In the Naamivaara outdoor recreation area, along Orankitie, there is a 200 m long sledding hill. The hill is maintained by a track machine whenever the tracks are used.
Naamivaara can be reached by car, skis and snowmobile.
There is a self-service hut, firewood and outdoor toilets available for free use in the area.
Please remember that you are sledding at your own risk. Here are some safety tips for sledding:
- Appropriate clothing — Hats, gloves, snow pants, boots, and winter coats are important to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Avoid clothing that can get caught in a sled, like a scarf, and pose a choking risk.
- Feet first — Another important factor to decrease the risk of head injury is to never go downhill lying down head first. Children, and adults, should always sit face-forward and never sled down a hill backwards or while standing.
- Take turns — Wait until the person before them reaches the bottom. Make sure kids walk up the side of the hill and leave the middle open for other sledders. And remind them that as they walk back up the hill, to keep an eye out for sleds coming in their direction. Also try to avoid crowded areas on the hill.
- Adult supervision — Kids will need reminders on staying safe so be sure that a responsible adult is present to supervise and/or handle any injuries that might take place.
