As a team of outdoor families, winter is one of our very favorite times to get outside. But, we also know that it can be a lot more work and intimidating to many.
We’ve gathered up our very best tips and tricks to help you get outside and enjoy the season!
Looking for winter gear recommendations? Go here for posts about cold weather gear and here for posts about wet weather gear.
Sperry Boots Review
There is a reason Sperry has been a shoe company since 1935. They make great, durable shoes.
My dad always had a pair of …
Favorite Ski Games for Kids
Whether your kids are just getting started on nordic skis or are pros, playing ski games is always a fun way …
Wild Ice Play with Kids
Spending time on wild ice is always an activity that carries risk. There is no such thing as safe ice, and …
How to use your car as a base lodge for skiing
The global pandemic has certainly thrown everyone’s lives for a loop. Schools shut down, folks …
Socially distanced outside winter activities
Important Note: At Tales of a Mountain Mama, we can’t tell you if it is safe to socialize outside where you …
15 Tips for Cross Country Skiing with Kids
Winter is just not winter for me unless there’s snow on the ground. Mostly because snow means sledding …
How to Snowshoe with Kids
If you clicked on this post, you probably live in a place with significant snow depth. Snowshoes are an important …
Surviving (and Thriving) Below Zero with Kids
There is a lot of great information out there about how to handle and dress for winter, but I …
8 Ski Safety Tips for Kids
Ski safety is probably one of the things that kids hear about the least, but need to be reminded of …
At Tales of a Mountain Mama, we believe that the outdoors are for everyone. And we recognize, and celebrate, that outdoor mamas come in all …
Best Winter Gear for Kids for 2021-2022
Every year I like to pull together a round-up of the gear we are using and our thoughts on …
Winter Hiking with Kids
I love to hike and I love winter hiking with kids even with the additional challenges it brings.
We live in an area …
Tips and Tricks for Winter
- How to Layer Kids up for Cold Weather
- How to Keep Feet Warm in Cold Weather
- How to Keep Babies (and Kids) warm in Winter
- Keeping Kids Warm in Winter
- How to get Outdoors with your Toddler when Pregnant
- 9 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues
- How Cold is Too Cold to take Kids Outside
- Why I take my sick kids Outside
- Staying Warm and Dry (PEET dryer and Wee Woolies)
- Caring for your Gear – Nikwax
- Surviving Mud and Muck Season (tips for winter and shoulder seasons)
- Noso Patches – Extending the Life of your Gear
Winter Gear
Kid’s Gear
- Best Puffy Jackets for Kids
- Baby Deedee bunting review
- Reima Winter Gear for Kids
- Reima Rain Gear for Kids
- Best Winter Gear for Kids
- Gear to Keep Kids Dry in Wet Weather
- Best Winter Boots for Kids
- Disana Boiled Wool Jackets Review
- Layering Kids for Cold Weather
- Favorite Outdoor Gear for Kids (includes winter gear)
- Ella’s Wool Tubes (wool pants)
- Jan & Jul Gear
- TOBE Outerwear
- Shred Dog Ski Gear
- Why you need a Helmet
- Helmets are not Optional
- Stripes Baselayers Review
- Gear up Kids for Winter
- Keeping Baby Comfortable – Wee Woolies and Wee Woolies Review
- MUCK Rover II Boots
- Baby Bogs Boots Review
Women’s Gear
- ActionHeat Heated Clothing – and why it works
- Best Pants to Get You Outside All Year Long (for Women)
- Winter Styles for Women 2019
- Outdoor Women Best Fall/Winter 2020/2021
- Mountain Mama Beanies
- Favorite Women’s Gear that Straddles the Seasons
- Gear Women Love
- Skhoop Hanna Skirt Review
Winter Pregnancy and Baby wearing Gear
- Top Gear Picks for an Active Winter Pregnancy
- Make My Belly Fit Jacket Extender Review – for pregnancy and baby wearing
- Expecting Adventures Gear Review
Outdoor Family Gear
- Sperry Boots for the Family
- Ice Cleats for Kids and Adults
- Affordable Family Ski Gear – Level Nine Sports
- Outdoor Family Winter Gear Guide
- Giesswein Indoor-Outdoor Shoes
- Muck Boots
- Gear for Hiking Dogs (including cold weather options)
- Baselayers for Adults
- Insulated Water Bottles
- Deuter Kid Carrier for Winter Adventures
- Columbia Men’s Melting Point Parka Review
Winter Activities
Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding
- How to Use your Car as a Base Lodge
- Ski Safety Tips for Kids
- 10 Tips for Family Skiing on a Budget
- How to Teach a Child with Special Needs to Ski
- How to Teach Kids to Snowboard
- How to Teach Kids to Downhill Ski
- Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets
- Anon Define Ski Helmet
- Why You Need a Helmet for Skiing and Snowboarding
XC Skiing and Stroller Skis
- Ski Games for Kids (that teaches them how to ski too!)
- 13 Tips for XC Skiing with Kids (and liking it!)
- Hamax Outback with Ski Attachments
- Polar Stroller Review
- Skis for any Wheels
Snowshoeing
Ski/Snowboard Travel
Winter Camping
- Winter Camping for Families – Cabins and Yurts
- Tips for Winter Camping with Kids – Tents
- Backyard Snow Cave Camping
Winter Fun
- Wild Ice Play with Kids (safety tips and what to do on the ice)
- Socially distanced outside winter activities – tips and tricks
- Exploring Yellowstone in the Winter for Families
- Family Winter Play After Dark – games and lights!
- Bring the Outdoors Inside
- Best Kid-Friendly Snacks for your Adventures
- ManPlow Sprout Snow Shovel Review
- Learning Dog Joring