Best and Worst Ski Training Tools for Kids

UPDATED FEBRUARY 2021

When teaching kids to ski, these ski training tools for kids can make all the difference. I’ve had lots of experience teaching as a PSIA certified ski instructor (with a Childrens Cerification) as well as teaching my own tots to ski. That’s why I thought I’d review some ski training tools for kids. Some of these are great, and others are frankly terrible.

Child in ski harness and edgie wedgie
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How to Dress Kids for Winter Play – Accessories

Earlier I wrote about how to dress kids in layers for winter play, but that’s not the whole story. If you want happy snow kids you can’t forget the accessories. This post on how to dress kids for winter play focuses on the extra things that make a huge difference for staying warm. Usually I think of an outfit’s accessories as nice, but not necessary. In winter, the accessories are essential.How to Dress Kids for Winter Play Accessories Pin Continue reading “How to Dress Kids for Winter Play – Accessories”

How to Dress Kids for Winter Play – Layering

A reader recently asked me how to dress kids for winter play. Since me and the tots are outside almost every day in the winter, I thought I’d share a few tips. This is the first post in a two post series on How to Dress Kids for Winter Play. Read How to Dress Kids for Winter Play – Accessories here.Dress Kids for Winter Player -Layering Continue reading “How to Dress Kids for Winter Play – Layering”

Best of Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017

Twice a year tens of thousands of outdoor industry professionals descend on Salt Lake City for the industry’s largest trade show – Outdoor Retailer. January 10-12, 2017 brought thousands of outdoor industry professionals together to showcase snow sports, apparel, accessories and gear for the outdoor lover.

If you’re looking for the Best of Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017 look no further. These top fifteen gear picks are really cool.

Back country split board at outdoor retailer Demo Day

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