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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 wary of bringing the kids too early in the season.

Keep The Kids Safe On Opening Day

Be careful taking the kids to the mountain for early season skiing, if terrain is limited and the lines are long. Full article

 

Kids are a prime focus of Park City.

ADVERTORIAL: Park City Adds More Kid-friendly Attractions

Park City puts more emphasis on kids while assisting moms with travel planning. Full article

 

Ski areas offer tons of summer fun starting with scenic chairlift rides.

Summertime Is Family Fun Time At Mountain Resorts

The ski season is winding down to a close. That doesn't mean you have to stop visiting your favorite resort. Full article

 

Maddy Schaffrick flies high at Copper Mountain, and competes for the U.S. Snowboard Team. Photo by Chris Owen.

Snowboarding Or Skiing For The Kids? Here's How To Decide

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

 

If the kids are happy, Mom and Dad are happy. It's all smiles at Granite Peak in Wisconsin.

Parents Offer Successful Ski Vacation Tips

Mom and Dad know all of the tricks to keeping kids happy. OnTheSnow.com readers are a wealth of information! Full article

 

Children on magic carpet conveyor lift. Courtesy of Park City Mountain Resort.

Advertorial: Park City Mountain Resort Thinks Families

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

 

Plan your trip early to take advantage of discounts.

Great Family Tips As You Plan Your Ski Trip

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

 

Sharing skiing with your family doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.

Finding An Affordable Family Ski Vacation

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.

Picking Ski Gear For The Kids

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

 

Gunner the golden retriever loves snow. Photo by Vicki Abbott Bancroft.

The 'Inns' And Outs Of Traveling With Canine Companions

"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

 
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