Winter transports are a popular way to get around during the cold winter months. Skiing, sleighs, sleds, and sledges are all popular winter transports. Skiing is a recreational activity that involves sliding down a snow-covered slope with the help of skis, which are long flat pieces of wood or metal attached to the feet. Sleighs are horse-drawn carriages that are used for transportation in snowy areas. Sleds are lightweight vehicles that are pulled by horses or people, and are used for transportation or recreation. Sledges are similar to sleds, but are heavier and are usually pulled by people.