Seasonal Acres Fun Amidst Flurries

By Samantha West

You can either stay indoors and avoid it like the plague or give in to a touch of whimsy and have fun with it. When life gives you snow, use it to make a snowman!

Here are some tips to make this winter activity fun( and safe) for the whole family.

Step One: Choose Your Snow Day Wisely.

Thick, wet snow is the perfect medium to create your snow people. That means you want to pick a day when the temperature is close to 32 degrees Fahrenheit or 0 degrees Celsius. This makes the snow a bit denser, and the extra moisture helps your sculptures retain their shape. These weather conditions are also optimal because you can stay outside for longer.

The best snow day is the highly sought-after weather sweet spot: heavy snowfall the night before, followed by 30-degree temps and sunshine. Talk about amazing snow-building weather!

Step Two: Prepare Your Troops.

You may work up a sweat sculpting in the sunshine, but noses, fingers and toes can still be vulnerable to frostbite. Here are some ways to make sure your family stays safe.

• Check the windchill. If you live in a cold climate, windchills can make a huge difference when it comes to warmth. Make sure you pick a day with low winds.

• Layer, layer, layer!“ But Mom, I don’ t wanna wear a snowsuit!” You may remember having this fight with your parents as a kid. But as adults, we know just how important snow pants, coats and snow suits are to keep everyone warm and dry.

• Don’ t forget to add boots, gloves, hats and scarves to the ensemble. And since kids tend to misplace or grow out of these items quickly, hit up your local thrift stores and resale shops for the goods.

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