Once used only for transporting items, the sled has become a symbol of winters in the North. Sledding is a time-honored tradition for many Michiganders. For those of us in flat areas though, we have the snow, but not many large hills.

Man-made sledding hills have become popular attractions in recent years, especially in areas with minimal natural change in elevation. These hills have become a great way to utilize community parks during a time of year when there is less activity.

 

Sledding hills are relatively easy to maintain. Let the snow fall, and you’re in business. Most communities maintain a walkway up to the top, providing users easier access and keeping the traffic away from riders racing downhill.

 

If your community is fortunate to have an area with a slope, only minor design and clearing may be needed for the development of a sledding hill.

 

BMJ Engineers & Surveyors, Inc. can design these sledding hills to match the existing terrain, or we can modify it entirely. The hills can be designed to accommodate riders of all ages and experience levels – the daring, the beginners, and even the youngest of riders. Safety is always a priority, and measures are taken to ensure a fun and safe ride. Lighting can be added around the hill to make sledding possible after dusk.

 

Some communities have coincided the construction of their sledding hill with excavation projects in the neighborhood by using the excess materials of those projects to build the hill.