WinterKids Media Kit

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.

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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

Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund Application Window Open

Apply for your Maine school, parks & rec department or Non Profit to receive a grant through the WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund!

This fund is meant to help get even more kids outside and active across Maine and beyond, aiming to address barriers to healthy outdoor activity, including but not limited to equipment, clothing, and transportation.

APPLICATIONS DUE JUNE 16, 2023.

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Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund Community Vote

VOTE for your local Maine school, parks & rec department or Non Profit to receive a grant through the WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund!

This fund is meant to help get even more kids outside and active across Maine and beyond, aiming to address barriers to healthy outdoor activity, including but not limited to equipment, clothing, and transportation.

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WinterKids Mountain Mayhem

Join us for an unforgettable day of adrenaline-fueled activities, including mountain biking, trail running, and more, all while supporting WinterKids’ mission to get kids outside and active in the winter.

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Mt. Abram, 308 Howe Hill Rd.
Greenwood, Maine 04255 United States
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2023/24 Winter Season Family Memberships Available!

Are you looking for a fun and affordable way to keep your family active and entertained during the winter season? Look no further than the WinterKids App! With free kids' tickets and exclusive discounts for the whole family to enjoy skiing, cross-country, snowshoeing, ice skating, and more! The WinterKids App is the perfect resource for families who love the great outdoors.

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12th Annual WinterKids License to Chill

Join us on November 9, 2023, at our new venue, Apres, located in the heart of Portland, Maine. We’re excited to bring a fresh vibe to this annual tradition as we come together to support WinterKids’ mission of getting children outdoors and active during the winter months.

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Apres, 148 Anderson Street
Portland, Maine 04101 United States
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WinterKids’ Welcome to Winter Festival at Lost Valley

Join us for our annual Welcome to Winter festival at Lost Valley, Thursday, December 28, 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. This free event offers a chance to get outside and try new activities like: Snowshoeing, Nordic and downhill skiing, snowboarding, snow sculpting, and more while enjoying hot chocolate and s’mores.

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Lost Valley, 200 Lost Valley Road
Auburn, Maine 04210 United States
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WinterKids Winter Games

The WinterKids Winter Games is an annual 4-week physical activity and nutrition competition for elementary schools across Maine. Teachers receive an extensive toolkit with supplies and materials for every student to take education outdoors.

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12th Annual WinterKids Downhill 24

The Downhill 24 challenges participants to ski/snowboard 24 hours while raising money to support WinterKids' programs. The result is an unforgettable experience that brings together a community of outdoor enthusiasts united to support a great cause.

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Sugarloaf, 5092 Sugarloaf Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, Maine 04947 United States
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February 23, 2023

WinterKids names Winter Games winners

via CentralMaine.com
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February 15, 2023

Topsham takes silver in Winterkids Winter Games

via Portland Press Herald
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February 2, 2023

Perry WinterKids

via Fox 22 WFVX Bangor
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Contact Us

207.871.5700
info@winterkids.org
506 Main Street
Suite 10
Westbrook, ME 04092

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

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WinterKids is kid-centered and teacher-approved!

WinterKids is evidence-based and results-driven!

WinterKids is backyards, playgrounds, and mountains!

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