Josh Harrington, WinterKids Family Programs & Outreach Manager, shares best practices to help your family make the most of your visit during February vacation week.
Read More...Winter in Maine has a way of bringing out the best in kids. Luckily, our state is home to an incredible variety of youth winter programs that make getting outside accessible for families of all backgrounds and experience levels. From after-school ski clubs to adaptive programs and community gear libraries, there’s truly something for everyone.
Read More...At these events, you can find great deals on quality gear for kids (and the whole family) and discover fun ways to try something new this winter.
Read More...Discover 12+ family-friendly trails in Southern Maine, handpicked by a local mom who turned pandemic hikes with her kids into a joyful mission to explore and share nature. These trails offer year-round adventure, creativity, and connection, perfect for families of all ages and abilities.
Read More...Looking for fun and easy ways to get outside with your kids this summer? We’ve gathered dozens of low-cost, high-smiles ideas. Perfect for porches, parks, and backyards, no special equipment required!
Read More...Gearing up to try new outdoor activities is becoming increasingly accessible to Maine families, thanks to this growing network of outdoor gear libraries and consignment shops.
Read More...The 2024/25 winter season has ended, and WinterKids is thrilled to announce the winners of our WinterKids App Photo Contest. We asked families to share their winter adventures through the WinterKids App, and we had a blast seeing so many smiles on trails and slopes across Maine!
Read More...Our Welcome to Winter celebration at Lost Valley on December 19th brought together families from across the community for an unforgettable evening of winter fun. From snowshoeing and skiing to snow sculpting and cozying up with hot chocolate and s’mores, hundreds of kids and families embraced the joys of Maine’s winter season.
Read More...The 2023/24 winter season has ended, and WinterKids is thrilled to announce the winners of our WinterKids App Photo Contest. We asked families to share their winter adventures through the WinterKids App, and we had a blast seeing so many smiles on trails and slopes across Maine!
Read More...A little rain did not stop over 300 smiling faces from coming out to enjoy WinterKids’ Welcome to Winter at Lost Valley on Thursday, December 28, 2023. We were proud and honored to bring this annual, free, and open-to-the-public event to the Lewiston Auburn community!
Read More...The 2022/23 winter season has ended, and WinterKids is thrilled to announce the winners of our WinterKids App Photo Contest. We asked families to share their winter adventures through the WinterKids App, and we were blown away by the creativity, energy, and joy captured in the photos. Clearly, families across the state of Maine embraced the winter season and made the most of their time outside.
Read More...This past winter season (2021/2022), we challenged families to enter a photo contest by sharing photos of their favorite moments using the
Read More...We all need to think “safety” when it comes to dressing for winter activities – to keep us warm and dry and stay visible when it gets dark since there are fewer hours of daylight. Here are some simple tips to help keep you and your family safe while you’re outside having fun this winter.
Read More...Presented by Hannaford Snack Pals. Watch as April Byron, a nutritionist at Hannaford, walks you through how to combine different food groups to make a healthy snack!
Read More...This easy-to-make Vegetable Soup recipe is ripped straight from the pages of our Guide to Active Outdoor Learning for Pre-K, and is a great way to warm up when the weather is chilly! Let the kids do all the heavy lifting!
Read More...We all want to make sure our children are getting the best education possible, but the reality is that many educators are struggling. The educators we all know and love are hardworking and passionate about helping our children to learn and grow, and as a parent or guardian, you have a powerful role to play when it comes to supporting teachers.
Read More...This “Blizzard Snack” is ripped straight from the pages of our Guide to Outdoor Active Learning, and is a great way to beat the heat with a healthy treat this summer! Let the kids do all the heavy lifting, and just make sure there’s an adult present to turn on the blender.
Read More...These fruit & veggie “sushi” roll-ups are fun to make, and even more fun to eat! Whether you have adventurous or picky eaters, this is a great way to get them to try a little something new, along with something already familiar. Making this healthy snack together is fun for the whole family!
Read More...These banana popsicles are easy to make and require just three ingredients. They’re a fun, delicious, and healthy treat that kids of any age can make for themselves!
Read More...With humble beginnings, the WinterKids Welcome to Winter Festival is a celebration of winter in Maine that has now grown into an event for thousands of families in and around Portland Maine to enjoy annually, completely free of charge. Here’s a brief history and a sneak peek at what’s to come this year!
Read More...On January 19, 2019, we celebrated our annual WinterKids Welcome to Winter event in Portland's
Read More...The Portland Maine Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department. Each year, hundreds of Mainers experience the thrill of sledding, snowshoeing, ice skating, and much more at our annual Welcome to Winter…
Read More...Welcome to Winter 2016 was a huge success! We had a record crowd of 800 participants! Thanks again to all of our supporters, volunteers, and participants! Location: Payson Park, Portland…
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