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Choosing the RIGHT Season Pass for Next Season: Skiing With Kids Episode 13

Ski pass season is here and buying the wrong one can cost your family hundreds of dollars before you ever click into a binding. Here is what every ski parent actually needs to know about Ikon, Epic, Mountain Collective, and Indy — broken down by price, family pricing, and where you ski.
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Don’t Take Your Kid Down That Run Yet: How to Know When They’re Actually Ready – Skiing With Kids Episode 12

Moving kids to harder terrain too soon is the number one mistake ski parents make — and it can undo an entire season of progress in a single run. Here are five questions every ski parent should ask before bumping up the difficulty.
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Do Edgie Wedgies Actually Work? A Ski Instructors Honest Take: Skiing With Kids Episode 11

If you’ve ever stood on a bunny slope repeating “make a pizza!” while your kid stares at you blankly, there’s a $12 tool that fixes that problem almost instantly. It’s called an Edgie Wedgie, and it just might be the best thing you buy before your next ski trip.
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The Case for Spring Skiing: Softer Snow, Shorter Lines, & Happier Kids – Skiing With Kids Episode 10

Spring skiing is hands down the best time of year to ski with your kids — and most families don’t even know what they’re missing. Softer snow, shorter lift lines, warmer temps, and a mountain vibe that feels like a party? Here’s how to make the most of it.
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Preventing and Treating Altitude Sickness While Skiing: Skiing With Kids Episode 9

Altitude sickness can take a perfectly healthy, excited kid and turn them into a headachy, nauseated mess before lunchtime, and most ski parents never see it coming. Here’s what you need to know before your next mountain trip.
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7 Questions Every Ski School Parent Should Ask at Pickup: Skiing Kids Episode 8

You just paid for ski school — now don’t walk away empty-handed. Your child’s instructor spent six hours cracking the code on your kid. What works, what doesn’t, what games lit them up. That information is yours for the asking. Most parents never ask.
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Hi, I’m Jessica, a Professional Ski Instructor and Mom of 5

I absolutely love skiing with my kids and I want you to love it too. This is the place for you to learn everything you need to know about skiing with kids. Whether you’re looking for practical tips to teach kids to ski, the best ski gear, or the best places to ski with kids, I’m here to help!