Hubby and I do not have a lot of experience with the snow but our children sure wanted the opportunity. It was all they talked about... which became all we talked about. Where to stay? What to wear? What to bring? How long to go for?
My sister and her family of young kids enthusiastically joined us on this little snow adventure. We chose a fairly close locale, decided to limit it to a weekend, rented everything but mittens, hats and long johns and had no expectations other than a little sledding and snow ball fights.
Our first trip was pretty successful. The snow this year was very light and the weather over the weekend was warm which made our outings very easy and comfortable for all the littles.
The boys loved their snow ball makers and the sleds were a hit. We had an ice picnic both days, a nice place to stay below the snow line, and an easy drive home. I don't think hubby or I will become winter sport athletes but I can see us hitting a weekend in the snow again, perhaps next year? What do you think sis...are you in?
3 Things I'm grateful for:
1) Warm weather for prolonged enjoyment outdoors
2) Family that is willing to join in on crazy adventures
3) Not needing to pull over and figure out how to put on snow cables
