Travel
What state is home to the most national parks in the U.S.?
California with 9 parks:
Channel Islands, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Kings Canyon, Lassen Volcanic, Pinnacles, Redwood, Sequioa, Yosemite
What are the two most popular instruments to learn to play in the United States?
Piano and Guitar
How much does it cost to apply for a public library card?
$0
Anyone can apply for a library card with proof of address and a current photo ID.
Name 3 activities offered at Greek Peak Resort.
1. Skiing
2. Snowboarding
3. Snowtubing
Also...ziplining, indoor water park, disc golf, hiking, ariel ropes course
Name 4 sports featured in the Winter Olympics
Cross-country skiing, curling, ice hockey, figure skating, bobsled, luge, speed skating, ski jumping, bobsleigh, snowboarding...etc.
What natural wonder is located just 2 hours from Syracuse?
Niagara Falls
What do Keith Urban, Lana Del Ray and Elton John all have in common?
Besides the fact that they are musicians...
They all struggled with addiction and are now sober.
Name 3 more sober musicians for 10 bonus points!
Name 3 gyms/ workout facilities that are in the Syracuse area.
1. YMCA
2. Crunch
3. Plant Fitness
Also... Blink Fitness, Metro Fitness Club, Trillium Sports and Fitness...etc.
Who is considered one of the most talked-about WNBA athletes in today's time?
25 bonus points if you know what WNBA team she plays for
Caitlin Clark
Plays for the Indiana Fever
Which NFL team has the most appearances in the Super Bowl?
New England Patriots
Which city is known as the birthplace of jazz music?
New Orleans
What type of art activity involves folding paper into various shapes?
Origami
Name 3 places that you can volunteer at in the Syracuse/ greater Syracuse area
1. CNY SPCA (right down the road)
2. The public library
3. Syracuse Habitat for Humanity
4. Food Bank of CNY
5. Big Brothers Big Sisters
6. The Samaritan Center- offers free hot meals to community members no questions asked.
What is the most popular yard game in the United States?
25 bonus points if you know what country this game originated in.
Cornhole
Originated in Germany
What is the top spot for ice fishing near Syracuse, NY
Oneida Lake
What is the most widely spoken language in the world?
Mandarin Chinese
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is located in which state?
10 bonus points if you know the city
Ohio (Cleveland)
What park in the greater-Syracuse area is known for its 2 glacial lakes?
Green Lakes State Park
7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY
Name 5 board games that you can play with 2 or more people
1. Monopoly
2. Sorry
3. Clue
4. Catan
5. Scrabble
6. Trouble
7. LIFE
8. Scattegories
9. Pictionary
10. Chess and Checkers
11. Risk
What is the most popular outdoor activity in the U.S.? (as of 2023)
Hiking
(fishing, camping, running and biking are in the top 5)
What place provides sleeping accommodations for a night and a morning meal, provided in guest houses and small hotels.
Bed and Breakfast
What is a ceramicist?
Where is the CCA (Center for Community Alternatives) located?
Street name and city
15 E. Jefferson Street
Suite 200
Syracuse, NY 13202
Where and when will the next Summer Olympics be held?
Los Angeles, 2028
Name 3 benefits of regular exercise
1. better sleep
2. increased energy
3. builds muscle strength
4. helps with hypertension
5. decreased stress
6. reduces disease risks