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

How to Build an Ice Igloo

A colorful ice igloos glows in the night.

With all the cold temps across the nation recently, you have probably come across a photo of a colorful ice block igloo in someone’s yard. Wondering how to get a colorful ice igloo, ice castle or other fun winter fort in your own yard? Keep on reading to see how we build an ice igloo … Read more

Best Kids Snow Pants & Bibs for 2026

3 kids on skis

One of the most common questions friends ask is “What snowpants should I buy?” Snowpants are such an important part of keeping kids dry and warm when they play outside in the cold and snow. Our team has rounded up (what we think) are some of the best kids snow pants. Snow pants and bibs all have … Read more

Best Puffy Jackets for Kids 2026

A great way to help keep kids warm in the winter is a puffy jacket, filled with either a down or synthetic insulation, these jackets often give a very “puffy” appearance, hence the name. Puffy or puffer jackets come in all styles, shapes, and budgets. If you want to skip the info on insulation, click … Read more

Ice Cleats for Kids and Adults for Winter Hiking

3 kids stand on the snow with ice cleats

Hiking with children in the winter can be beautiful. Fresh crisp air, snow sparkling in the sunshine, and no mosquitoes! But it’s not without its share of obstacles. Proper traction for kids can be very helpful for taking on more challenging trails all year long, so here are some of our favorite ice cleats for … Read more

Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets for Kids 2026

Choosing the best ski and snowboard helmets for kids is a crucial step in getting them safely through winter activities. Not sure a helmet is really necessary? Check out some of our reasoning here. And helmets aren’t just for skiing and snowboarding. A lot of us have our kids wear winter helmets for ice skating, … Read more