Best Small Amusement Parks for Families in the U.S.

Best Small Amusement Parks for Families in the U.S.

Posted by WinterKids on Monday, June 2, 2014

As mentioned in one of our former blogs, an amusement park is much more elaborate than a simple city park or playground, providing oodles of attractions that cater towards certain age groups, as well as some that are aimed towards all age groups. From stomach-dropping roller coasters to a theme park/water park combo to designated kiddie rides, the best amusement parks have what it takes to keep ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: kids, families, amusement parks, free activities, vacation


Last-Minute Memorial Day Getaways

Last-Minute Memorial Day Getaways

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Have you been working so hard lately that you have yet to plan your upcoming Memorial Day weekend getaway with your family? While your top choice vacation spots may be already booked by people with better planning skills than yourself, don’t sweat it. You can still get away, have an amazing time with your family, and return refreshed with new memories that will last a lifetime.Be sure to check ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: Summer, kids, camping, families, family vacations, memorial day


Family Day Adventures

Family Day Adventures

Posted by WinterKids on Thursday, May 15, 2014

It’s halfway through May and the spring season is in full swing! It’s such an amazing, pretty time of year. The trees are growing new leaves and flowers are starting to pop up here and there. The weather is also great this time of year because it’s mildly warm but not uncomfortably hot and on occasion, it cools down and rains for a day (or even snows one day here in Colorado!) and then reverts ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: kids, family activities, outdoors, families, family adventure, nature


Celebrating Earth Day with Kids

Celebrating Earth Day with Kids

Posted by WinterKids on Tuesday, April 22, 2014

We need to make this generation the green generation. Whether your child is in preschool or a pre-teen, this is a great time to speak about how we can save our planet. There are many great ideas, from planting trees to recycling, but the main source is to get your kids outside and to discover the natural beauty all around us.Kids are meant to be dirty, and not meant to be inside playing video ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: kids, Earth Day


Keeping Kids Active This Spring

Keeping Kids Active This Spring

Posted by WinterKids on Friday, March 28, 2014

Spring is finally here! Now that we have “sprung forward,” the days are longer and there is more daylight to spend time with your family and plan some fun after-school activities with the kiddos. But what should you do with the kids? There is homework, of course. Is it better to have them start as soon as they get home or should they play first? Experts agree that it depends on the child and what ...

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Categories: Kids' Health

Tagged: kids, Kid-friendly activites, spring


St. Patrick's Day for Kids

St. Patrick's Day for Kids

Posted by WinterKids on Monday, March 17, 2014

St. Patrick's Day is a fun holiday for kids and adults alike, even if you're not Irish. Who doesn't love an excuse to wear a little green for the day (especially knowing the consequence of not wearing green is a pinch!)? When the kids are home from school, or it's after dinner and mom and dad have been able to unwind from the day, St. Patrick's Day is the perfect excuse to get the family together ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: kids, family activities, kid-friendly, St. Patrick's Day



Super Easy, Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Crafts

Super Easy, Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Crafts

Posted by WinterKids on Thursday, February 13, 2014

If Valentine’s Day snuck up on you this year, don’t worry! There's still time to craft something sweet with your kids. Here are a few easy, last-minute Valentine’s Day ideas:Valentine Finger Puppet What You’ll Need: Card Stock Hole Punch Scissors Marker Glue Googly Eyes How To Make It: Cut a heart from colored card stock or heavy construction paper (use it as a template to make ...

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Categories: Family Fun

Tagged: Family Fun, kids, Valentine's Day, crafts, creative kids, holiday crafts


Top 5 Family-Friendly Ski Resorts

Top 5 Family-Friendly Ski Resorts

Posted by WinterKids on Wednesday, February 12, 2014

It’s 2014 and winter is in full swing. To date, it has been a great year for snow in many areas of the United States. Have you planned your family ski vacation yet? With Presidents' Day vacation or February break (depending on where you are located) right around the corner, it may not be too late.What makes a ski resort “family friendly,” you ask? The top ones offer ski school lessons geared ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding

Tagged: kids, family activities, staying active, family, skiing, health, outdoors, parents, snowboarding


Snowshoeing with Kids

Snowshoeing with Kids

Posted by WinterKids on Thursday, January 23, 2014

Snowshoeing is an easy and inexpensive way for a family to get outdoors and get moving during the winter. Snowshoeing does not require any athletic ability or skill; so if your kids can walk, they can snowshoe! Snowshoes are easy for kids to maneuver in and they are sufficiently lightweight so that kids can walk in them for a long hike. Children of all ages will love to snowshoe! Since it is so ...

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Categories: Skiing & Snowboarding

Tagged: kids, family activities, fitness, health, snowshoeing


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