Where Learning, Movement, and Winter Meet

WinterKids programs help children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun outdoor winter activity.

Our Work:

FAMILIES

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The WinterKids Passport
WinterKids Family Days
Maine Explorer Monthly
Activites & Free Printables

SCHOOLS

WinterKids Winter Games
Learn Outside Guide for Elementary & Early Childhood
Snowshoe & StoryWalk© Loan Program
Outdoor Learning Activity Library

COMMUNITIES

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Snowshoe & StoryWalk© Loan Program
Welcome To Winter at Lost Valley
WinterKids Adventure Fund

Who We Reach:

Kids Annually

Maine Kids aged 5-17

All 16 Maine Counties

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.

Seth Wescott

Two-time Olympic champion in the snowboard cross / Winterstick

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.

School Nurse

Piscataquis Community Elementary School

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.

Kate Moore

Brown Elementary, New Hampshire

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!

Derrick Hill

WinterKids Board President / Oldcastle Materials, Inc.

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.

Dayton Consolidated School Mom

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.

Christine Bertinet

Principal / Waterboro Elementary School

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!!

C. Ellis

Principal / Miles Lane Elementary

I think the WinterKids [Learn Outside Guide] 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.

Stephanie Tyler

Early Learning Center, New Hampshire

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!

Erin Embrey

WinterKids Volunteer / TD Bank

It's an amazing program that you run, and we are proud to be associated with it. THANK YOU for the incredible honor!

Johnny Boudreau

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!

Christina Barber

It has been inspirational to watch our community unite around a common purpose of healthy, active kids.

Sarah Maxwell

Assistant Principal / Waldo T. Skillen School

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.

Penni Theriault

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.

Toby Watt

Wee Care Daycare, New Hampshire

Photo courtesy of Pine Street Elementary, in Presque Isle, Maine, during the closing ceremonies of the 2022 WinterKids Winter Games

Upcoming Events

06 October 2026

WinterKids Passport 2026/27 Annual memberships On Sale!

Family memberships for the 2026/27 WinterKids Passport are now available. Please visit our website for more information and to sign up. Get free and discounted opportunities for kids to try […]

$40

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10 October 2026

Tailgate Ski Swap at the Rack

The BOC Ski Sale has provided a community service for 44 years by bringing new and used equipment from major ski & snowboard shops and local and visiting skiers/snowboarders to one location, with all proceeds benefiting youth outdoor programming that is organized/supported by the Bethel Outing Club.

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The Rack, 5016 Sugarloaf Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, Maine 04947 United States

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17 October 2026

Pinnacle Ski Club Ski Swap

In order to outfit families and make them ready to ski at the Pinnacle, the Pinnacle Ski Club sells used equipment for affordable prices. Much of this equipment has been donated, but is in great condition.

All proceeds from the sale help to provide an amazing winter experience for families at Pinnacle Park. Skis, ski boots, ski poles, helmets, Pinnacle merchandise, and a season membership can be purchased at the annual Pinnacle Ski Sale.

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Pinnacle Ski Club, 271 Waverly Ave
Pittsfield, Maine 04967 United States

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23 October 2026

45th Annual Bethel Outing Club Ski & Snowboard Sale (day 1 of 2)

The BOC Ski Sale has provided a community service for 45 years by bringing new and used equipment from major ski & snowboard shops and local and visiting skiers/snowboarders to one location, with all proceeds benefiting youth outdoor programming that is organized/supported by the Bethel Outing Club.

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Gould Academy Field House, 39 Church St
Bethel, Maine 04217 United States

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24 October 2026