Most fun winter activities for family and friends
Winter activities are as fun to do alone as with friends and family. There are so many snow sports out there that you can try during the holiday season and the winter months. If you’re not feeling so adventurous, leave the winter sports for some other time and try to catch up on relaxation instead.
You can cozy up next to your fireplace and start a movie marathon with your favorite hot chocolate in hand, or try staying active by doing indoor sports and exercise like yoga or table tennis. Whatever floats your boat, having companions around to spend time with can’t hurt. Read on below to get some ideas on what winter activities you can try this time of the year.
Family Activities for the Season
When the sunshine has started to disappear earlier and earlier by the day, and the leaves have fallen off of trees, winter has finally come upon you. If you find yourself at a loss for winter activities to entertain the whole family, fret not because there are practically endless snow activities you can all enjoy together.
If the kids prefer a more mellow, less thrilling but satisfying way to do teen snow activities, you can always entertain them indoors. Family activities are only deemed as such because they are done together. No matter which winter activity you go for just remembers having fun and making new memories.
Most Popular Outdoor Winter Activities
Apart from your usual winter activity of shoveling the driveway or clearing ice off your walkway, there are plenty of snow activities that can otherwise occupy your time. These activities can be done right in your backyard, but some of them require certain equipment. If you want to go the extra mile, going to snow mountains and resorts is also a good option. Below are some winter activities you might want to try out for the season.
Ice Fishing
Regular fishing can be quite a relaxing hobby. This winter, amp up your game and try ice fishing. It’s pretty straightforward, just like regular fishing. However, you might need tools like a skimmer and gaff hook, and an ice auger.
The catch might be a bit scarce, so be prepared to bundle up. Be sure to triple-check the stability of the ice before you camp on it just in case you fall through. At the end of your trip, you might also have a satisfying enough catch just in time for dinner.
Winter Camping
Summer camps have always been popular but have you ever tried winter camping? It works pretty much the same except you’ll have to make your bonfire bigger and your clothes warmer. The cold weather will require you to bring some heat packs, extra blankets, and an extra sturdy tent if you’re sleeping outdoors.
Perhaps winter camping can be even cozier as you sip hot drinks by the roaring fire and cuddle with your loved ones while telling all sorts of stories.
Dog Sledding
Forget horse-drawn sleds. Try a ride from some friendly neighborhood pups. You don’t even have to go all the way to Norway to do this. There are plenty of places in and out of the U.S. that offers this same novelty activity. Sledding packs are not only a bunch of cute furry friends to make, but the activity itself is so much fun. Sledding requires a slope, going down with the dog-pulled sled, and climbing back up to do it again. Bonus for the exercise!
Snowball Fight
This one is one of the most traditional yet still fun group activities. It costs nothing except making mean snowballs to throw at the other team. The best part is you can do it right now in your backyard if you want to. Just be sure to supervise the kids just in case the competition gets a bit much. You can also amp up your snowball fight by making bets like the losing team has to do chores for the day, or the winning team gets free vouchers.
Cross-Country Skiing and Snowboarding
If you’re tired of doing snow tubing or sledding every year, try something a bit more adventurous. Snow skiing or boarding is more fun when the slopes get more challenging. But even if you just like the bunny slope, that’s no problem at all. If you fancy yourself booking a trip across the country to see a different mountaintop, go for the family-friendly ones, so the kids have the option to level up their slopes with practice and guidance.
Build a Snowman or Snow Angels
Here’s another activity you can do right in your backyard. You can even do it right after the snowball fight. Make this activity more challenging by teaming up to make the most creative snowman possible. If you’re not feeling up to it, just lie down together and make snow angels. You can even decorate your angel with face paint or fallen leaves and sticks. Make it as simple or as elaborate as you want, but this activity is free of charge and can be tons of fun.
Ice Skating
What‘s better than gliding in ice so fast that you almost feel like you’re flying? It will take a lot of practice to get to this level, though, but it sure can be fun to try. Ice skating is an activity that both children and adults enjoy.
It can take some getting used to if you aren’t on the best terms with your equilibrium. If you don’t want to get in the ice yourself, you can just watch the pros do it. Around winter, there are plenty of ice skating showcases and competitions you can enjoy.
Snowmobile Riding
Wanna enjoy the fresh air but are too lazy to walk or sleigh rides not doing it for you? Try snowmobiles. Explore the winter wonderland in a vehicle that can trudge through feet-high snow. Snowmobiles are easy to drive and maneuver with a few hours of practice.
You can even go racing but be careful if you ride with children. You also don’t need to buy one of your own, as many winter resorts offer rentals for a couple of hours or days at an affordable rate.
Check-in at an Ice Hotel
Didn’t know ice hotels were a thing? You do now. They used to be only in Norway and northern Sweden, but other ice-cold countries are starting to do them, like Canada and some parts of the U.S. From floor to ceiling, these hotels are made of carved ice.
Even their beds and rooms are made of ice, so be sure to bundle up real good. Don’t be too intimidated; ask for a brochure or visit an ice hotel’s website to know more about your next dream destination.
How much do winter activities cost?
Some winter activities can be done in your backyard. For cross-country trips, book flights as early as possible and make arrangements at work. If you plan a family trip, it would cost less if you booked everything early.
For hotels or cabin bookings, try to book as early as possible or book during flash sales that plenty of winter resorts do. If you want to cut back on the spending but still have a good time, try checking out what you can do in your town or state. Take a road trip and just splurge a bit on winter tools to make sure they keep for the entire trip.
What are indoor activities in winter?
There are plenty of indoor winter activities for your family, from doing a movie marathon to perfecting a recipe for learning a new skill. For younger kids, try interactive games like charades or puzzles. The best part is that you don’t even have to leave the house.
For the grownups, try new baking recipes or make something from scratch. Make your candles, build your sled, do general cleaning, host a yoga class, or do the ice bucket challenge if you’re up for it. No matter what you choose to do indoors, try to be as creative and entertaining as possible, so everyone has a good time.
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In Conclusion
No matter what your preferences are, there’s always something fun to do during winter. If you don’t feel up for any of these exciting winter sports, try some other way to enjoy the season like by relaxing indoors or reading a good book in front of the fireplace. The best part about this time of year is that it doesn’t have to be all work and no play!
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