8 Gifts for Adventurous and Active Boys

8 Gifts for Adventurous and Active Boys

Posted by WinterKids on Friday, November 11, 2016

We know, we know, it can be a bit ridiculous with how early stores put out their holiday items. It seems they jump right from Halloween to Christmas and forget there's another holiday in there. But, the requests for Santa will start flying in at full force soon, so why not be ahead of the game? The advertisements for the coolest gift options will shortly bombard tv and radio. We’re all about ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: Active Boys, Christmas Wish List, Holiday Gifts for Kids, List to Santa, Wishlist


How to Find the Right Helmet

How to Find the Right Helmet

Posted by WinterKids on Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Wearing a helmet wasn’t always the social norm with extreme activities. In the early days of many sports, helmets weren’t considered a staple piece of equipment. That was the case with skiing and snowboarding as well. It was rare to see someone on the ski hill with a helmet. Now, you’re the odd man out if you’re not wearing one. With increased awareness and unfortunate instances, helmets have ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding  |  Kids' Health

Tagged: helmet fitting, safety, ski helmet, ski safety, snowboard helmet


2016-2017 Weather Expectations: The Cold is Coming!

2016-2017 Weather Expectations: The Cold is Coming!

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, October 25, 2016

The snow may be taking it’s time to show up here in Denver, but that beautiful white stuff is starting to fall in the high country! Normally, by now we’ve already switched to sweaters and scarves, but some of us are still wearing shorts and sandals. Don’t be fooled! Winter is coming. Prepare yourselves.When it’s slow to cool down, many don’t bother taking inventory on winter gear. Rookie mistake. ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding

Tagged: Be prepared, #winteriscoming, farmers almanac, weather predictions


7 Pocket-Sized Snacks for Family Ski Days

7 Pocket-Sized Snacks for Family Ski Days

Posted by WinterKids on Sunday, October 16, 2016

There are a lot of moving parts when planning a family ski day. We’d all like to believe that it’s all going to run smoothly from the moment you get everyone awake, to the very last run. In a perfect world, no mittens would go missing despite taking inventory the very night before, and no one would lose their pass. But, in the real-world, a family ski day usually comes with at least a few ...

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Tagged: skiing, family ski day, snacks for ski days


West Coast, Are You Ready for Winter?!

Posted by WinterKids on Thursday, October 13, 2016

It's coming!!! This morning The National Weather Service updated the forecast for Mt. Baker to look a little something like this..... Several feet may fall from Northern California to Washington. Read more about it here!This is just the beginning, we'll all soon be joining in similar forecasts. Are you prepared? Don't worry, we're here for you! Find the right gear here, with WinterKids so ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding

Tagged: Be prepared, The National Weather Service, West Coast, Winter Is Coming


Halloween Costumes Fit for the Cold

Halloween Costumes Fit for the Cold

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Growing up, Halloween was always a popular holiday in our house. Sure, the free candy was always a perk but my mom made sure to make it an exciting holiday all around. Let’s face it, she made any holiday exciting what with her extravagant Easter egg hunts, hand drawn advent calendars or loving Valentine's cards forwarded and specially stamped from the town of Loveland, CO. On a daily basis, kids ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding  |  Family Fun

Tagged: Halloween, dress up, Halloween costumes, trick-or-treat


Fun Fall Activities for the Entire Family

Fun Fall Activities for the Entire Family

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Fall is a special time of the year. Fall is full of hope – marking new beginnings, and a chance to hit the “reset” button on life for the past year. Whether it’s the smell of crisp, clear air, or the changing colors of the leaves, fall brings something new and cleansing to our surroundings.As an adult, the beginning of fall marks a fresh start for me – just like when I was as a kid in school, ...

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How to Size For Kid's Winter Apparel

How to Size For Kid's Winter Apparel

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, September 20, 2016

The summer is winding down which means it’s time to start unearthing the winter gear from below all the swimsuits, hiking shoes and rain jackets. It’s best to take inventory now and prepare for what you and the family may need to stay warm and active this winter season.While you go through your gear, examine each article and make sure there is no damage such as holes or broken zippers. It’s the ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding

Tagged: Boys Jackets, Girls Jackets, boys snowpants, girls snowpants, shoppers guide, winter clothing


What's the Buzz on Bees?

What's the Buzz on Bees?

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, September 13, 2016

It’s Honey Month! Honey is a great ingredient to keep on hand when you're planning an adventure. It's a natural energy booster and has been proven to provide benefits to the body before, during and after physical activity. An added bonus is that it's tasty too!We have honey bees to thank for this scrumptious, helpful treat. Many kids have misconceptions of honeybees. The thought of bees can ...

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Categories: Kids' Health  |  Family Fun

Tagged: Hiking Snacks, Honey Bees, Honey Month, Honey Recipes, Save the Bees


Kids Ski or Ride Free Deals for the 2016-2017 Ski Season

Kids Ski or Ride Free Deals for the 2016-2017 Ski Season

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, September 6, 2016

There’s not much better than the opportunity to share your love and passion for winter with kids by taking them skiing or snowboarding. And we love to see the sports continue to grow and watch new shredders be born! Sometimes it can be difficult to navigate the best option for a mountain pass for your kids. Or, maybe you’re just visiting a resort and don’t need a pass. We’ve put together a list ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding

Tagged: Kids Ski Free, snowboard, ski, vermont, Colorado, free ski passes, Idaho, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, Oregon, ski deals, ski passes, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin


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