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
October 30, 2024
WinterKids’ silent auction biggest fundraiser
via Livermore Falls Advertiser
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October 24, 2024
WinterKids kicks off License to Chill 2024 silent auction, live event
via CentralMaine.com
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October 3, 2024
WinterKids Winter Games 2025 application window opens
via CentralMaine.com
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September 3, 2024
WinterKids welcomes Courtney Holub as new executive director
via Pen Bay Pilot
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August 22, 2024
People on the move: WinterKids names new executive director
via Portland Press Herald
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August 20, 2024
Children’s recreation nonprofit, WinterKids, hires executive director
via Maine Biz
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June 27, 2024
WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund Community Vote Opens July 1
via Healthy Acadia
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May 10, 2024
12-hour mountain bike, trail running challenge returns to Mt. Abram in June
via Pen Bay Pilot
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February 22, 2024
Rangeley Lakes Regional School comes in 2nd in WinterKids Winter Challenge 2024
via Daily Bulldog
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February 22, 2024
WinterKids recognizes Winter Games bronze, silver, gold winners
via Sun Journal
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February 14, 2024
7th annual WinterKids Winter Games finish up, Topsham school wins Gold
via WMTW-TV
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February 12, 2024
Rangeley Lakes Regional School one of top 3 finalists for WinterKids Winter Games Challenge, 3rd year in a row
via Daily Bulldog
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February 1, 2024
Gilbert Elementary celebrates WinterKids Winter Games with Carnival
via WMTW-TV
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January 31, 2024
10,000 Maine students wrap up annual WinterKids program
via News Center Maine
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January 31, 2024
Hall-Dale Elementary having a blast in their first WinterKids Winter Games!
via WMTW-TV
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January 23, 2024
Miller Elementary in Waldoboro wins WinterKids ‘Moment of the Week’ for Week 2
via WMTW
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January 21, 2024
WinterKids gives kids the chance to try skiing for the first time for free
via News Center Maine
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January 18, 2024
WinterKids Downhill 24 taking registrations for upcoming challenge
via SunJournal
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