Sounds simple, doesn't it? Just pile the kids into the family vehicle, load it with extra socks, and off you go to your favorite ski resort. Uh-oh, not so fast. It's not quite that easy.
OnTheSnow.com Family Editor Shannon Luthy and her husband, Jeff, have been skiing and riding in the family way with their three children since toddler days. This snow-loving family lives in Steamboat Springs, Colo., and knows every angle of getting the kids sliding. She tackles a different subject with each new column, so don't miss any of them.
Kids and snow go together. Sort of. But, planning makes all the difference between whining and smiling. For everyone.
Be careful taking the kids to the mountain for early season skiing, if terrain is limited and the lines are long. Full article
Park City puts more emphasis on kids while assisting moms with travel planning. Full article
The ski season is winding down to a close. That doesn't mean you have to stop visiting your favorite resort. Full article
Kids are taking up snowboarding at a younger age, thanks to improved technology. How do you know whether you have a skier or a snowboarder? Full article
Mom and Dad know all of the tricks to keeping kids happy. OnTheSnow.com readers are a wealth of information! Full article
Have moms slid into the management of Park City Mountain Resort (PCMR) in Utah's Wasatch Mountains? The latest program upgrades at the resort sure seem so, for Park City is putting their... Full article
There are plenty of ways to save money for families who want to take a ski vacation. You have to know the tricks. Full article
You can save money on the kids if you do your homework. Full article
There are ways to be cost-conscious while getting good gear for your children. One thing we all need to remember, though, is that kids grow. Be prepared to adjust for that growth,... Full article
"Dogs go with snow like hot chocolate," said Vicki Abbott Bancroft. Bancroft is an enthusiastic skier, and owner of a 6-year-old golden retriever named Gunner. She and her husband, Steve, head from... Full article