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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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Skiing & Snowboarding
Tagged: Be prepared, #winteriscoming, farmers almanac, weather predictions
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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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Skiing & Snowboarding
Tagged: skiing, family ski day, snacks for ski days
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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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Skiing & Snowboarding
Tagged: Be prepared, The National Weather Service, West Coast, Winter Is Coming
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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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Skiing & Snowboarding
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Family Fun
Tagged: Halloween, dress up, Halloween costumes, trick-or-treat
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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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Family Fun
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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
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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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Kids' Health
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Family Fun
Tagged: Hiking Snacks, Honey Bees, Honey Month, Honey Recipes, Save the Bees
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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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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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WinterKids
on Wednesday, August 24, 2016
The first day of school has come and gone for most school districts. If it hasn't, it will be here soon for the lucky ones that have a later start. Which means school shopping is most likely all done. Sure, maybe you were one folder short or forgot to grab that box of Kleenex, but overall, the bulk should be done. This includes a favorite part for kids, clothes shopping. They’re all set with the ...
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Tagged: the north face, columbia, Back To School, Boys Steen II Fleece Hoodie, mid-layer, Oso Hoodie, Patagonia, recess, Rewards Program, Synchilla Snap-T Pullover, Yvon Choinard
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WinterKids
on Tuesday, August 9, 2016
We've made it through the festive month of July and into August which usually means less than a month until the temperatures start to cool off! Less than a month till the official return of regulation football season, pumpkin spiced everything and the kids go back to school. Although temperatures that don’t result in steering wheel hand burns are appealing, August has often been called the ...
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Family Fun
Tagged: Family Fun, Summer, kids, beat the heat, Budget, Chicago, childrens museum, Denver, free activites, LA, libraries, movies, museums, parks, saving money
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