WinterKids is an industry leader dedicated exclusively to inspiring and increasing outdoor physical activity for children and families in Maine, turning our longest season into a time of adventure, health, and connection.
Our Mission
To help children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun outdoor winter activity.
Our Vision
A Maine where regardless of background, every child grows up with access to outdoor winter play and education, fostering lifelong learning, health, resilience, and a deep connection to nature, outdoor recreation, and the state.
Recent Press Releases
➔ WinterKids Opens Play-Along Registration for 2026 Winter Games | November 19, 2025
➔ WinterKids Opens Registration for 2026 Winter Games Competitive Track | October 1, 2025
➔ WinterKids Launches 25th Season with Documentary Premiere | September 16, 2025
Media Inquiries:
General Inquiries:
Kristel Hayes
khayes@winterkids.org
Executive Director:
Courtney Holub
cholub@winterkids.org
Educational Programs:
Marion Doyle
mdoyle@winterkids.org
Volunteers:
Melissa Ferrigno
mferrigno@winterkids.org
Location
506 Main Street, Suite 10
Westbrook ME 04092
Recent Media Coverage
February 15, 2019
Searsport Elementary School takes gold in WinterKids Winter Games
via WABI
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February 1, 2019
Ames Elementary School Going for the Gold with Winter Carnival
via WABI 5
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January 23, 2019
Bowdoinham Elementary School Takes Part in Contest Designed to Get Kids Moving
via Times Record
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January 22, 2019
Fort Fairfield Students Learn About Winter Fitness With Outdoor Activities
via The County
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January 22, 2019
WES Students Going for Gold in Second Annual WinterKids Winter Games
via Wiscasset Newspaper
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January 18, 2019
WinterKids Competition Brings Sled Dogs to Mallett School
via Daily Bulldog
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