Mobile, Kid-Centered, Teacher-Approved,
WinterKids is the only nonprofit in Maine dedicated exclusively to increasing outdoor physical activity in children and families during our longest, most sedentary season.
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Students, Teachers and Families Impacted in Maine & New Hampshire since 2010!
Our Areas of Impact
How We Make an Impact
Because of this competition, my family is now rethinking our snack choices and making healthier ones, our kids and community have formed a wonderful bond coming together for one goal, and you managed to get a Mom, who hates winter and the cold, outside embracing the beauty of Maine having fun with her kids.
Kudos to you and this organization for mapping out such a wonderful program for Maine schools. I have been blown away by every aspect of this initiative.
Principal / Waterboro Elementary School
How do you combine a community, school, home, nutrition, exercise, team, kids, parents, teachers, school spirit, awareness, and fun? Participate in WinterKids Winter Games!! Seriously had no idea how amazing this would be and what our community was capable of! The support and Camaraderie is incredible. What a positive experience this has been for our kids and all the parents too!
I had such great opportunities growing up to ski and snowboard in the Maine mountains, so I am glad to give back by reaching out to kids and encouraging them to get outside and participate in healthy winter sports. WinterKids creates those opportunities for kids.
Two-time Olympic champion in the snowboard cross / Winterstick
Let's just say several parents told me their students were sleeping better at night and at school we've had much less behavior issues this week! Two very big positives for WinterKids Winter Games challenge week #2!!
Principal / Miles Lane Elementary
I think the WinterKids Guide to Outdoor Active Learning binder is great!! There are so many things that can be done to help get kids moving, yet connect it back to many areas of education as well. ELC is an alternative school for students who just can't seem to work in a public school setting. We generally try to do activities that do get them outside and moving since the kids we work with tend to do better with hands on activities.
Early Learning Center, New Hampshire
The WinterKids Guide to Outdoor Active Learning has brought so much to our school, not just in ways that keep the children physically active but also in ways to keep them engaged socially and emotionally. Many of the activities are geared to get the children working together and becoming a team, no winners, no losers...just kids having fun.
We were able to ski affordably and wouldn't have gotten to do this without the app. We also tried ice skating for the first time.
It has been inspirational to watch our community unite around a common purpose of healthy, active kids.
Assistant Principal / Waldo T. Skillen School
I am SO thankful for the impact this Winter Kids competition has on our kids. In this short time, the changes in attitudes, physical activity, even the helpfulness of students was very heart-warming.
Piscataquis Community Elementary School
WinterKids provides an opportunity to directly impact kids so they develop a love for the outdoors and learn how to make good choices about food and lifestyle. That excites me!
WinterKids Board President / Oldcastle Materials, Inc.
Being a parent and a WinterKids volunteer is a wonderful way to give back, but it also brings it full circle for me. My employer supports WinterKids and encourages my participation which makes it so easy to volunteer! Oh, and don't forget the WinterKids staff, they have FUN written all over them!
WinterKids Volunteer / TD Bank
We loved our WinterKids materials. The kids had so much fun using the animal track tracker. We spent many afternoons looking for new animal prints.
Wee Care Daycare, New Hampshire
We tried cross country skiing for the first time & we all liked it. Lots of fun & a great discount on kids rentals.
The kids were so excited to go outside and therefore were more engaged in the lesson. It was also a great way for me to get a quick check in on the where the kids were with these skills.
Brown Elementary, New Hampshire
Photo courtesy of Pine Street Elementary, in Presque Isle, Maine, during the closing ceremonies of the 2022 WinterKids Winter Games
Upcoming Events
WinterKids App Family Memberships Available!
WinterKids App family memberships will be available on 10/1! See what's new for this season.
License to Chill Virtual Silent Auction
Bid on an incredible assortment of local products and experiences! Your participation will directly impact children across Maine by supporting programs and opportunities that get them outside and active during the winter months.
Freeport Ski Booster Swap
The Freeport Ski Booster Swap is Saturday, November 2nd from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Freeport High School Gym (30 Holbrook Street). Equipment check-in will be Friday, November 1st, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Stay tuned for an on-line equipment check-in link.
Freeport High School Gym,
30 Holbrook Street
Freeport, Maine 04032
+ Google MapFreeport, Maine 04032
Quarry Road Trails Ski & Skate Swap
Join us on November 2nd for the annual Quarry Road Ski Club Ski and Skate Swap. Come find deals on... XC Skis and Equipment, Alpine Skis and Equipment, Snowshoes, Telemark Skis and Boots, Winter Clothing, Ice Skates, Hockey Equipment & More!
20% of Consignment to benefit the Quarry Road Ski Club Cash or credit card accepted.
Quarry Road Trails,
300 Quarry Road
Waterville, ME 04901 United States
+ Google MapWaterville, ME 04901 United States
Brunswick Parks & Rec Ski & Skate Sale
The 57th annual Bruswick ski & skate sale will again offer hundreds skis, skates, boots, and recreation equipment for sale at rock-bottom prices. Vendors will be selling new items at blowout prices and there will be used items available for purchase. This is also a great opportunity to sell out-grown winter equipment at a good price and pick up better equipment at the sale!
Brunswick Recreation Center,
220 Neptune Drive (Brunswick Station)
Brunswick, Maine 04011
+ Google MapBrunswick, Maine 04011
Recent WinterKids News
We are elated to announce the appointment of Courtney Holub as the new WinterKids Executive Director. Courtney brings over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, with a focus on creating opportunities for diverse populations. Her extensive career has encompassed philanthropy, program development, leadership, and impactful board positions.
We are elated to announce the appointment of Courtney Holub as the new WinterKids Executive Director. Courtney brings over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, with a focus on creating opportunities for diverse populations. Her extensive career has encompassed philanthropy, program development, leadership, and impactful board positions.