The days are finally getting longer here in Alaska, but the snow is still piling up. There are plenty of ways for you and your family to stay active, have fun and stop cabin fever in its tracks.
Outdoor Activities
Getting outside in the snow can be a blast for everyone. Winter walks, building snowmen, outdoor sports like skiing or snowshoeing will keep you active and help you get some much needed vitamin D! Other fun outdoor activities include:
A homemade scavenger hunt
Identify animal tracks
Make snow ice cream - just be sure to use clean, fresh snow!
Go on a winter hike
Bird watching
Indoor Activities
Has your family had enough outdoor fun this week? Try out some of these fun, family friendly indoor projects:
Bake simple 3-ingredient cookies
Make a Time Capsule to bury in the Spring
Choose a book that has been made into a movie. Read the book together and then enjoy a movie night with popcorn.
Build a board game together
Visit the Alaska SeaLife Center from the comfort of your living room
Have a dance party!
Hopefully some of these activities will help you make new memories and enjoy the rest of the winter season.