Fly! Down a hill that is! 

1. Snow Tubing
If you HAVEN'T done this yet. Do it this year. It is SO MUCH FUN. You'll feel like a kid again whipping down the tubes--- no worries about work, money, the kids. Just have FUN!
Yes this is US!
Yes this is US!
LOCATIONS WE LOVE:
Wildwood Highlands In North Hills
Boyce Park Tubing is not yet available but perhaps later in the season!
Other options
Ski or Snowboard: FOR FREE courtesy of Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association!
SKIIING / Snowboarding for FREE! Details here! (4th and 5th graders)
Photo: Courtesy of PSAA website
Sienna Traskett
Photo: Courtesy of PSAA website
Sienna Traskett
From the PSAA website:
"How about skiing or boarding for FREE this winter? Well here’s your chance! Your Pennsylvania 4th & 5th Grade Snowpass booklet offers you the privilege of skiing and boarding 22 Pennsylvania Ski Resorts for FREE this winter - Take mom or dad with you for the thrill of a lifetime - an experience you will never forget.
"How about skiing or boarding for FREE this winter? Well here’s your chance! Your Pennsylvania 4th & 5th Grade Snowpass booklet offers you the privilege of skiing and boarding 22 Pennsylvania Ski Resorts for FREE this winter - Take mom or dad with you for the thrill of a lifetime - an experience you will never forget.
This season we hope that you and your family have an opportunity to enjoy as many of Pennsylvania’s ski resorts as possible. Your Snowpass will provide you with over 67 days of FREE skiing and boarding."
Get Outta Town!
LIGONIER ICE FEST
Visit Ligonier for our annual Ice Fest, January 26-27. Unique ice carvings will be on display throughout the town. You can watch Fort Ligonier’s sculpture being created during Sunday’s speed carving competition!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
SATURDAY 10AM-5PM * SUNDAY 12PM-3PM
All Weekend:

* Ice Carving Demonstrations by Ernie DiMartino

* Indoor Sidewalk Sales * Kettle Korn

* Horse & Buggy Rides (Weather Permitting)
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SATURDAY
* 11AM FIREMEN’S SPAGHETTI DINNER

Town Hall Community Room

* 2PM FREE CONCERT “GLASS CITY SWING BAND”

Town Hall Auditorium

* 2PM FREE INDOOR FUN -LIGONIER VALLEY LIBRARY

Story Reading & Craft Project for Children 10 & under

* 3PM WINTER CHILL CHASER– LIGONIER THEATER

Wine Tasting, Homemade Soups/Breads, & Live Music

SUNDAY
* 12:30-1:30PM FREE CONCERT “SWING CITY”

Town Hall Auditorium

* 2PM SPEED CARVING CONTEST -NEW THIS YEAR!!!

COME SEE SCULPTORS CREATE A MASTERPIECE IN UNDER 30 MINUTES.

WHICH CARVER WILL BE THE FASTEST AND THE BEST?
Nemacolin Woodlands
If you're looking to do something different- DO Dog Sledding!
Photo: Nemacolin Woodlands Website
Yes, you heard me. Dog sledding! A team of dog sled experts take you on a thrilling ride. What an ADVENTURE!? Check out their site for more info!
From Nemacolin Woodlands Site:
"Dog sledding at Nemacolin is an experience for the entire family. Our exclusive team of sled dogs call the Wildlife Academy home and are jumping at the chance to give everyone an encounter you won't ever forget. Advanced reservations are required"
Also offered. Snowshoeing, tubing and cross country skiing and more!
Park It:
Local & City parks often offer winter activities that you might not be aware of.
North Park and South Park both offer ice skating ( Free to Local EMT's Fire Fighter)
Moraine State Park - Winter Fest upcoming
Ice Fishing, Ice Skating, Snow Shoeing and more!
Winter Fest Jan 19th
Third Annual Winterfest!
Free Admission!
Chili Cook-off (pre-register contactm@consolidated.net )
Cross-country sking, Dog sleds, Snowshoes, Ice skating, Live Music, Refreshments, Kid's Activities, and more! Variety of activities depends on weather, but fun regardless. Bundle up and come to pavilion 7 on the North Shore, McDanel's, Moraine State Park.
Free Admission!
Chili Cook-off (pre-register contactm@consolidated.net )
Cross-country sking, Dog sleds, Snowshoes, Ice skating, Live Music, Refreshments, Kid's Activities, and more! Variety of activities depends on weather, but fun regardless. Bundle up and come to pavilion 7 on the North Shore, McDanel's, Moraine State Park.
Bring It Home
Sometimes the best opportunities are right in front of our face. Don't you hate that cliche? Well it's true!
VENTURE OUTDOORS
Pittsburgh's Gem Of A Resource
Photo: Courtesy of Venture Outdoors
Photo: Courtesy of Venture Outdoors
Pittsburgh Winter opportunities with Venture Outdoors! Snowshoeing and more! Happening this week and throughout January!
Try something new with your family with this awesome Pittsburgh offering! The 27th offers Hot Cocoa along with the basics of snow shoeing. They also off many other great adventures RIGHT in our city! Cost per event member/ non member pricing.
Sunday, January 27, 2013
57038 - Hot Cocoa Snowshoeing
Bring the whole family on this easy snowshoe outing through the winter wonderland of a city park. We'll start with the basics of snowshoeing, and then hike along an easy trail that everyone in the family can enjoy! The fee includes snowshoe rental. If there is not enough snow to snowshoe, then we will still go over the basics of snowshoeing, practice in the grass, and then go for a hike. After the outing, we will gather for a warm cup of hot cocoa!
Last we can't leave you without 2 activities that are sure to please your bored little Burgh Kids.
1. Sticky Window Art- Indoor Fun
We found this crafty little window activity on line here & here and then tried it ourselves with some simple clear contact paper, a blank window or sliding door and some fun foam or craft sticks! It was SO MUCH FUN!
2. Find the flag or pinwheel! Outdoor fun.
Hide the flag or pinwheel while everyone closes their eyes. Then the race is on to find it first and get it in their hands! A fun take on outdoor hide n seek when sledding gets a little bit old!
Whatever you do, Macaroni Kid says take advantage of all the options out there! We will be!
Whatever you do, Macaroni Kid says take advantage of all the options out there! We will be!
