How to Survive a Snow Day with Kids

two kids on a swing set in deep snow

Schools is cancelled for weather, and you’re left wondering what to do with the kids all day? Whether it’s for tons of snow and ice or extremely cold temperatures, we’ll help you come up with activities to keep them curious and creative! If you’re like many people, when the forecast calls for below zero temperatures, … Read more

Food for Ski Days and How to Organize It

A child drinks a cup of hot chocolate during a break from skiing.

Just as with so many family adventures, planning, prepping, and organizing food for ski days can feel like a huge task and hurdle, on top of all of the other planning and gear organization that goes along with awesome adventures. While it’s easy to throw together the quickest options as you get out the door … Read more

How to Enjoy a Winter with No Snow

If your idea of a nostalgic childhood winter fills you with thoughts of sledding, skiing, snow ball throwing, and building snow forts then the thought of enjoying a winter without the magic of snow can be challenging.  I live in the Pacific Northwest – though we often get one or two snow days a year, … Read more

How Cold is Too Cold to Take Kids Outside?

Now that winter temperatures are here for the foreseeable future (for many of us), there is a lot of wondering about how cold is TOO cold to take kids outside. We often see the question “what are your rules for cold weather?” or “when is it too cold?”. We don’t have any hard and fast … Read more

Best Kids Gloves and Mittens 2025

Two girls enjoying the snow in snow gear and Hestra snow mittens

Check out our favorite mittens and gloves for kids! These are the ones we rely on to keep our little ones’ hands warm and dry all winter long. Our team of kids put these to the test, so you know they’re perfect for your next winter adventure. Sure, top-quality gear might not always be the … Read more

Best Indoor Active Toys for Kids (and Games too)

We are outdoor-loving people, that’s just a fact. But let’s be real, even the most dedicated outdoor family is going to have days where the elements win, whether it’s a non-stop rainstorm, a blizzard that turns the backyard into a no-fly zone, or just one of those 4 p.m. moments when the kids are bouncing … Read more