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For those of us who are perhaps not so savvy with our botany and struggle to keep our aloe alive, here’s a resource she recommends to learn more about bulb forcing. Outdoor Trainer Laura Diltz suggests adding a little spring to our homes this winter with bulb forcing! Trick those springtime blooms into thinking it’s their time to shine and that it’s not actually February. Not so steady on the skis or snowboard? Many ski resorts have tubing hills for those of us that know we’ll end up on our back on the hill anyway, so why not start there comfortably rather than chasing your skis up and down the hill? Get your green thumb ready Mad River Mountain and Perfect North offer discount Girl Scout Family Days (check their websites for more information). Hit the slopes!Įven if there’s no snow in your yard, you’ll find plenty at the area skiing hot spots. We love classics like a snow fort or snowman, but maybe you’re thinking something a little less conventional! We love this example of a snow kayak from Outdoor Program Team Leader Vicki Proctor. ![]() Snow, the perfect winter building material And bring your binoculars! It may be cold, but there is still plenty of bird watching to do! For more advice on staying safe on your winter hike, check out these tips from REI. Tori also suggests layering up and to trade your cotton items in for wool. Okay, so we live in Ohio and the whole “winter wonderland” thing can be more of a gray soggy mess, but our Outdoor Program Manager, Tori Houck, promises that snow or not, it will be loads of fun! If there is snow, look for parks with well-marked trails and waterfalls, streams and lakes or ponds for a full winter wonderland experience. We went to the experts, our Outdoor Trainers and Outdoor Program staff, to ask them about their favorite winter activities. ![]() Whether you are an outdoor adventurer or more of an indoor enthusiast, there are lots of fun, interesting ideas to push away the pesky winter blues.
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