The falling flakes of snowoften serve as a subtle remind-er of the countdown of the finalmoments of the year. After expe-riencing spring rains, summerheat, and the autumn harvest,many have no trouble enjoyingthe icy days of winter. The sea-sonal cycle repeats itself yearafter year, and the particularlyadventurous usually seek thrillsin the snow-white chills, indulg-ing in uniquely winter outdooractivities.