When winter arrives and the temperature drops some people head inside to wait out the season. Others get their winter gear on and head outdoors for some fun on the ice. Anyone who lives in a northern state can spend some time ice skating, playing hockey, or even ice fishing until spring returns.
Skating
One very popular pastime is ice skating. Depending on the state, there may be indoor rinks where an entry fee is charged or outdoor rinks and ponds where the skating is free. For example, in Minnesota where hockey is extremely popular, there are ice rinks every winter in most of the local parks. These rinks can be as simple as a flat area that is used for soccer during the summer, but the park applies water in the winter. Some rinks will have skates available for rent. Another option is to purchase ice skates second hand from a store such as Play It Again Sports. Beginners may want to take lessons to learn how to balance on skates. Always wear appropriate winter clothing when skating and don't forget to drink some water to avoid dehydration.
Hockey
Hockey is an popular sport in some places with leagues for kids as young as three years old. Kids can learn this sport fairly quickly and may want to spend many hours on the ice practicing. There are often leagues for adults as well who enjoy playing. For others who enjoy hockey, but don't want to play, being a spectator for high school, college or even professional games is a great way to enjoy the sport.
Ice Fishing
Ice Fishing is a fun winter sport that is extremely popular in some areas. Ice fishing begins with drilling a hole into the ice. The fisherman drops a line with bait into the cold water. Many sportsman who enjoy ice fishing will use an ice house to protect themselves from the elements and waits for a nibble. Sportsman who enjoy ice fishing will use an ice house to protect themselves from the elements while they are fishing. In the winter, lakes and ponds that are popular will be dotted with these small portable shacks. There are even some resorts who offer overnight, weekend or weeklong stays in deluxe shacks with lights, heat and sleeping bunks. The fish caught in the winter can be just as large as other times of the year, but it may take longer as they are not as active. Ice fishing can be a lot of fun to do with friends and family as it gives participants some time together without common distractions.
These three winter activities offer some fun for families with kids of all ages. Take some time to get out and enjoy the winter season. Spend some time learning to ice skate, watching a live hockey game or ice fishing on a lake to create a memory that may last a lifetime.
Skating
One very popular pastime is ice skating. Depending on the state, there may be indoor rinks where an entry fee is charged or outdoor rinks and ponds where the skating is free. For example, in Minnesota where hockey is extremely popular, there are ice rinks every winter in most of the local parks. These rinks can be as simple as a flat area that is used for soccer during the summer, but the park applies water in the winter. Some rinks will have skates available for rent. Another option is to purchase ice skates second hand from a store such as Play It Again Sports. Beginners may want to take lessons to learn how to balance on skates. Always wear appropriate winter clothing when skating and don't forget to drink some water to avoid dehydration.
Hockey
Hockey is an popular sport in some places with leagues for kids as young as three years old. Kids can learn this sport fairly quickly and may want to spend many hours on the ice practicing. There are often leagues for adults as well who enjoy playing. For others who enjoy hockey, but don't want to play, being a spectator for high school, college or even professional games is a great way to enjoy the sport.
Ice Fishing
Ice Fishing is a fun winter sport that is extremely popular in some areas. Ice fishing begins with drilling a hole into the ice. The fisherman drops a line with bait into the cold water. Many sportsman who enjoy ice fishing will use an ice house to protect themselves from the elements and waits for a nibble. Sportsman who enjoy ice fishing will use an ice house to protect themselves from the elements while they are fishing. In the winter, lakes and ponds that are popular will be dotted with these small portable shacks. There are even some resorts who offer overnight, weekend or weeklong stays in deluxe shacks with lights, heat and sleeping bunks. The fish caught in the winter can be just as large as other times of the year, but it may take longer as they are not as active. Ice fishing can be a lot of fun to do with friends and family as it gives participants some time together without common distractions.
These three winter activities offer some fun for families with kids of all ages. Take some time to get out and enjoy the winter season. Spend some time learning to ice skate, watching a live hockey game or ice fishing on a lake to create a memory that may last a lifetime.
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