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WinterKids
on Friday, February 10, 2017
There are many accessories to help keep your kids warm for a day in the snow-hats, gloves, scarves, etc. The warmer they are, the more fun they’ll have resulting in better chances for no complaining. A major part of staying warm in the cold is keeping their feet warm and dry. There are a few key ingredients that go into this during the winter months.
Boots
The proper footwear is essential in ...
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Kids' Health
Tagged: stay warm
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WinterKids
on Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Here at WinterKids, we're all about adventure and allowing our kids to be adventurous with us. Check out this great short film on raising children to respect, embrace and appreciate the outside world and to practice curiosity.
Raising a Wild Child from NOVA on Vimeo.
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Family Fun
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WinterKids
on Tuesday, January 17, 2017
The days are slowly starting to get longer again but there’s still plenty of winter left! While there are many outdoor activities to enjoy in the snow, you can’t beat the classic of flying down a hill on a contraption, be it a fancy tube or a simple plastic sled. Here are some of the best sledding hills in the U.S.
Ruby Hill Denver, CO
Ruby Hill provides a great snow activity oasis in the ...
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Tagged: get outside
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WinterKids
on Friday, January 13, 2017
January is learn to ski and snowboard month! What better time than now to learn something new? There’s been a long debate whether kids should learn to ski or snowboard to begin but honestly, it should be determined on what they would like to try. It’s a common conception that skiing is easier to learn first. There may be some truth to this but that should not be a reason to stray away from ...
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Tagged: Learn to Ski, Learn to Snowboard
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WinterKids
on Friday, December 30, 2016
From bitter arctic blasts to snowstorms dumping FEET of snow, this winter is proving itself to be everything winter should be, coming back with a strong vengeance after a taking a break last season.With icy cold temperatures covering the nation and snowstorms knocking major US cities onto their feet, this winter is bound to create some storms that keep your child from attending school for the day ...
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Tagged: kids, winter, snow, Kids First Layers, Kids Fleece Layers, Kids Layering
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WinterKids
on Thursday, December 8, 2016
Calling All Artists!
Here’s your mini skier or rider’s chance to win a new winter jacket with their artistic skills. All they have to do is get creative and complete one, or all, of our Zemu drawings and they’re entered for a chance to win one of these jackets!
Print their desired Zemu design out here, let them go to town, then post it and tag us to enter. For Instagram, tag us @winterkids ...
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Tagged: giveaway, contest
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WinterKids
on Tuesday, November 29, 2016
All aboard!Have you or your children ever wanted to take a train to a ski resort? Now is your chance!The Winter Park Express is back on the tracks this winter season, after a 7 year hiatus. Leaving from Denver's Union Station, the 500-passenger ski train travels 56 miles through beautiful mountain scenery, including passing through 29 tunnels and climbing an elevation of 4,000 feet, before ...
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Tagged: Denver, Colorado, colorado ski resorts, family ski trip, family ski vacation, skiing with kids, winter park
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WinterKids
on Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Ski school is a beneficial activity for both parents and kids. Many parents leave teaching new activities to someone removed from the situation as, kids can be more receptive to a new face and approach. Good news for parents: they can have a few hours on the slopes and leave the patience-testing task to the professionals. For kids, participating in ski school is an exciting event, with other kids ...
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Tagged: ski school, Learn to Ski, Learn to Snowboard
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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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Tagged: ski helmet, ski safety, snowboard helmet
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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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