outdoor play

If you live in the colder northern regions of the U.S., you've most likely experienced your fair share of snow... shoveling it, driving in it, trudging through it, and, of course, playing in it. And while each winter sport – from skiing and snowboarding to ice skating, hockey, sledding and snowshoeing – has its own inherent risks, there are a number of other snow-related things to keep on your radar.
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Once upon a time, kids roamed free, going from yard to yard, playing with the neighborhood kids, organizing their own games, and coming back at dinnertime totally wiped out. Today, between screen time, school, organized lessons and sports, homework and a parental fear of letting children out of sight, this kind of free play has mostly gone out the window. What's gone out with it is a whole spectrum of growth and development opportunities, from communication skills and physical health to innovation and creativity, which all play big roles in shaping our children for a positive future.
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