WinterKids helps children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun, outdoor winter activity. We create opportunities for children to be active, vibrant and healthy in the outdoors.
Our Story
WinterKids began in 1997 as part of the Ski Maine Association with a Learn to Ski program for fifth graders. With the increasing rates of childhood obesity and the downward trend in physical fitness in Maine and across the country, there was an opportunity to help children and families enjoy healthy and fun outdoor winter lifestyles while nurturing a connection to the natural environment, at home, at school, and in the communities in which they live.
In 2000, WinterKids became an independent non-profit and continues to develop and expand innovative health education programs for kids in the winter and year-round.
WinterKids App Family Member Laurie Theberge’s Winning 2021/22 Photo Contest Submission, taken at Black Mountain of Maine
WinterKids Family Day at Carters XC Ski Center
Join fellow WinterKids App members on Sunday, February 12, for a WinterKids App Family Day at Carter's XC Ski Center!
Find out more »Carters XC Ski Center, Bethel,
786 Intervale Road
Bethel, Maine 04217 United States
+ Google MapBethel, Maine 04217 United States
WinterKids Family Day With the Maine Mariners
Join WinterKids at the Maine Mariners hockey game on Sunday, February 19. Get discounted tickets to the game for everyone in your family or group of friends.
Find out more »Cross Insurance Arena,
1 Civic Center Square
Portland, Maine 04101
+ Google MapPortland, Maine 04101
WinterKids Family Day at Mt. Abram
Join fellow WinterKids App members for a fun day on the slopes at Mt. Abram, with incredible deals for the whole family!
Find out more »Mt. Abram,
308 Howe Hill Rd.
Greenwood, Maine 04255 United States
+ Google MapGreenwood, Maine 04255 United States
WinterKids Family Day at Quarry Road Trails
Join fellow WinterKids App members for a fun day on the trails or slopes at Quarry Road Trails, with incredible deals for the whole family!
Find out more »Quarry Road Trails,
300 Quarry Road
Waterville, Maine 04901
+ Google MapWaterville, Maine 04901
WinterKids Family Day at Titcomb Mountain
Join fellow WinterKids App members for a fun day on the slopes at Titcomb Mountain, with incredible deals for the whole family!
Find out more »Titcomb Mountain,
180 Ski Slope Road
Farmington, Maine 04938 United States
+ Google MapFarmington, Maine 04938 United States
11th Annual WinterKids Downhill 24 at Sugarloaf Mountain
Get excited to turn the Downhill 24 as you’ve known it on its head! Sign up for email updates so you're in the loop as event details come together.
Find out more »Sugarloaf,
5092 Sugarloaf Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, Maine 04947 United States
+ Google MapCarrabassett Valley, Maine 04947 United States
NEW DATE! WinterKids Family Day at BigRock Mountain
BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill is hosting a WinterKids Family Day on SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2023! Join us for a WinterKids Family Day at BigRock Mountain on Saturday, March 4. […]
Find out more »Bigrock Mountain,
37 Graves Road
Mars Hill, Maine 04758 United States
+ Google MapMars Hill, Maine 04758 United States
WinterKids Family Day at Saddleback Mountain
Join fellow WinterKids App members for a fun day on the slopes at Saddleback mountain, with incredible deals for the whole family!
Find out more »Saddleback Mountain,
976 Saddleback Mountain Road
Rangeley, Maine 04970
+ Google MapRangeley, Maine 04970
WinterKids Family Day at Mt. Abram
Join fellow WinterKids App members for a fun day on the slopes at Mt. Abram, with incredible deals for the whole family!
Find out more »Mt. Abram,
308 Howe Hill Rd.
Greenwood, Maine 04255 United States
+ Google MapGreenwood, Maine 04255 United States
WinterKids Family Day at Pleasant Mountain (formerly Shawnee Peak)
Join fellow WinterKids App members for a fun day on the slopes at Pleasant Mountain (formerly Shawnee Peak), with incredible deals for the whole family!
Find out more »Pleasant Mountain,
119 Mountain Road
Bridgton, ME 04009 United States
+ Google MapBridgton, ME 04009 United States
January 29, 2023
Williams-Cone Elementary earns second place in WinterKids Winter Games competition
via Portland Press Herald
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January 18, 2023
WinterKids teaches nutrition and gets students outside
via News Center Maine
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January 9, 2023
Skiers and snowboarders hit the slopes in Auburn for Winter Kids Family Day
via WMTW-TV Channel 8
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January 9, 2023
Here’s How Maine Kids Can Ski & Snowboard Super Cheap
via B98.5 Central Maine's Country
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January 9, 2023
Augusta, West Gardiner students compete in winter activities to win money for new playground, classroom equipment
via CentralMaine.com
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January 7, 2023
Registration open for Winterkids ski, snowboard challenge at Sugarloaf
via CentralMaine.com
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January 6, 2023
Milo Elementary taking part in sixth annual WinterKids Winter Games
via The Piscataquis Observer
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January 5, 2023
Registration open for WinterKids’ 11th Annual Downhill 24 at Sugarloaf
via Penobscot Bay Pilot
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January 5, 2023
Registration open for WinterKids’ 11th annual Downhill 24 at Sugarloaf
via Bangor Daily News
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Contact Us
Students at Leroy-H.-Smith-School in Winterport, Maine, enjoying a day on the ice as part of the 2022 WinterKids Winter Games Competitive Track
WinterKids is kid-centered and teacher-approved!
WinterKids is evidence-based and results-driven!
WinterKids is backyards, playgrounds, and mountains!
Our Impact
Our Impact
WinterKids is the only nonprofit in Maine dedicated exclusively to increasing outdoor physical activity in children and families during our longest, most sedentary season.
Our Team
Our Team
It takes unique people to grow a small nonprofit with such a large reach. We work hard. We have fun. We laugh a lot. We love winter. And, we love kids!
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is made up of professionals from across the state of Maine, all of whom are passionate about getting more kids outside & active.
Sponsors & Partners
Sponsors & Partners
Media Kit
WinterKids Warrior Toolkit
WinterKids Warrior Toolkit
WinterKids is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. WinterKids does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, ancestry, veteran status, or mental or physical disability. As part of our commitment to providing equal employment opportunity, WinterKids will not tolerate any form of unlawful harassment of employees or applicants.