By Laura Watson


It is winter in the northern hemisphere, and with it comes a sense of gloom across much of North America. Many families have resorted to stay indoors to beat the blistering cold. However, there are many things to do to uplift your spirit. You do not certainly have to stay indoors throughout.

Contrary to what many believe, winter is a great time to venture outside the house. There are many exciting activities that you can take part in. Those with kids even have a lot to look forward to. The first activity you might want to partake in is an event or carnival. These are pretty common in cities during this season. Just check your schedule to ensure you attend all the popular ones.

The season also offers a good opportunity to practice on your skiing skills. This should be a regular winter activity for families residing within mountainous areas. A visit to a mountain resort would be the best option for a family that is confined to city life.

There are lots of these in the United States. A few zips down the snowy slopes will certainly be forever etched in the memories of your loved ones. Most mountain resorts have lots of trails that all skiers can enjoy, regardless of ability.

One notable activity that is popular with city based families is snowshoeing. It is easy to do and is just as exciting as many other activities. It can be done in any location that has got snow. While most people love to do it in their backyards, you are certain to find a decent number of people doing it in Central Park, NY any day during winter.

Winter hiking also makes for a pretty exciting activity. This is where you gather your winter camping gear and head into the wilderness to savor the natural beauty. Fly fishing during this season is also popular in certain places. Just be sure to put on appropriate clothing to guard against the cold. Furthermore, carry all your essential items to avoid spending money once on the ground. There are numerous winter hiking guides that you could check out online.

If your idea of an activity is something intense, snowmobiling is for you. North America is home to thousands of trails that you could use for this activity. You only need to rent one once you are on site. Most sites also have guides on hand to give guided tours.

One great activity to engage your kids in is ice skating. You should be able to find many open ice rinks close to you. Those in New York have the option of doing it outdoors in Central Park. If no outdoor rinks are available close by, there should be hotels nearby that would suffice.

With these activities, safety is the single most important thing to focus on. Frozen lakes are a no go zone. Ice breakages occur all the time. When this happens, the risk of hypothermia becomes all too real. Another activity to avoid is swimming.




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