#379: Ice Fishing

Go ice fishing!

You'll need special ice fishing gear--like an ice auger and maybe even an ice fishing hut to keep you warm. If you know someone who ice fishes, ask them if you can come along. They'd probably be totally delighted to show you how and to lend you a rod!



Hint: Maggots make good ice fishing bait and you can usually get them at your local bait shop near popular ice fishing lakes.

Safety first: Go with an adult who knows what they're doing and always make sure the ice is nice and thick.


Make this a family activity: Go out as a family and see if you can catch supper.

This activity promotes an interest in nature and outdoor sports, as well as patience.

#357: Snowmobiling

Go snowmobiling! Make fun in the snow.


Safety First: Have an adult drive and always wear a helmet. As well, stay on trails and be sure to stay in areas cleared of avalanches in mountain areas.


Make this a family activity: Go for a ride with your mom or dad.

This activity promotes learning about vehicle safety and enjoying the beauty of winter and the great outdoors.

#321: Skiing

Is there snow? Let's go downhill skiing!



Make this a family activity: Take the whole family out on the slopes.

This activity promotes physical activity, coordination and gaining physical strength.

#305: Cross-Country Skiing

Do you have any snow on the ground? Go cross-country skiing. Don't have skis? No problem, ski shops sometimes rent skis as do some sporting good stores or recreation facilities. Look around and see what you can find.



Make this a family activity: This is a great way to get the family outside and moving. It's also a great way to see nature in the winter. Can you spot any animal tracks?

This activity promotes coordination.

#49: Hockey

Play hockey!

She shoots, she scores!

If you don't have ice to play on, you can play field hockey or street hockey (watch for cars--in fact, the best place for street hockey is somewhere like a basketball court so you don't have to worry about cars).

This activity promotes group/team cooperation, physical activity, motor skills and coordination.

#25: Go Curling

Curling is a lot of fun. See if your local rink has curling times for the general public, or lessons for beginners.


What is curling? You slide rocks (special, fancy ones with handles) down the ice and try and get them to stop in a big circle. People with special brooms can sweep in front of the rock to make it go faster and farther. It's harder than it sounds!


This activity promotes physical activity, coordination and balance.