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Jessica Averett

I'm Jessica Averett, and I've been teaching kids to ski for 20 years. I'm a PSIA certified ski instructor and mom of 5, and my goal is to make your family ski days easier and more fun. I believe that parents can be great ski teachers for their kids and I created my course, First Tracks, to show them exactly how to do, step-by-step/

Best Ski Gear for One and Two Year Old Kids

November 25, 2024September 4, 2024 by Jessica Averett
Toddler skiing

Get your one and two year old skiing right away. We share the best skis, ski boots, mittens, helmets, and more to help your kids love skiing!

Categories Ski Gear, skiing with kids Tags boots, Helmets, mittens, one year old, Skis, toddler, two year olds

Best Waterproof Ski Gloves and Mittens For Kids in 2024-5

December 24, 2024September 3, 2024 by Jessica Averett
best kids mittens

Choosing the best gloves and mittens is all about warmth, waterproofing, and wind resistance. Check out our test of the top gloves to see which kids gloves are the best!

Categories Ski Gear, Ski School Resources Tags mittens, review, ski gear

Skiing with a Baby: Do’s & Don’ts for Parents

November 25, 2024August 31, 2024 by Jessica Averett
toddler learning to ski

After having 5 ski babies of my own, I’ve learned a thing or two…here’s what every parent needs to know about skiing with baby!

Categories skiing with kids, Toddlers Tags baby, skiing with a baby, toddler

Summer Escapes: 7 Ski Towns You’ll Love Even Without Snow

June 6, 2024 by Jessica Averett
park city in summer utah olympic park

Ski towns aren’t just for winter. Here are 7 ski towns that are just as much fun to visit in the summer as they are in the winter!

Categories Ski Resorts Tags ski resorts, summer

Family Skiing at Brian Head: Utah’s Secret Ski Resort

September 30, 2026March 20, 2024 by Jessica Averett
family skiing at brianhead utah powder day

If you’re looking for great snow, good terrain, affordable on hill lodging, and cheap lift tickets, you need to head to Brianhead. Brianhead is one of the best ski resorts in Utah, and it only costs a fraction of what other resorts cost!

Categories Ski Resorts Tags ski resorts, utah

7 Tips for Keeping Wrists Warm in the Winter

February 14, 2024February 6, 2024 by Jessica Averett

We’ve done a deep dive into how to keep your wrists warm and covered to help everyone enjoy their outdoor adventures more. Here are seven tried-and-true tips to help keep your wrists warm when the weather is cold.

Categories Ski Gear Tags ski gear, Wrists warm

The Ultimate Family Ski Packing List Free Printable

February 14, 2024February 5, 2024 by Jessica Averett
ski packing list for families

Tired of always forgetting something important on your family ski trip? Use our printable checklist to make sure the essentials always get packed!

Categories Ski Gear, skiing with kids Tags checklist, printable

What Are The Best Options for Ski Goggles with Glasses?

February 7, 2024February 5, 2024 by Jessica Averett
kids skiing with goggles

If you’re a glasses wearer, figuring out what to do can be a bit tricky. Find out which goggles we recommend to have a good field of vision while skiing AND be able to use your eyeglasses prescription.

Categories Ski Gear Tags ski gear

Akova Legacy Collection Review for Men and Women

February 9, 2024February 2, 2024 by Jessica Averett
akova ski clothing review

If you’re looking for some incredible ski outerwear for adults, look no farther than Akova. This direct-to-consumer brand is blowing away the competition with some of the best designed high quality ski clothing for adults!

Categories Ski Gear Tags akova, gear

Skiing vs Snowboarding: Which is Better for Kids?

September 30, 2026February 2, 2024 by Jessica Averett
family ski day with kids

If your kids are just getting into snowsports, one of the biggest questions you’ll have is whether they should learn to ski or learn to snowboard. Read our guide to help you decide.

Categories skiing with kids Tags ski school, skiing with kids
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Hi, I’m Jessica, a ski mom of 5 kids

I absolutely love skiing with my kids and I want you to love it to.
I've been teaching kids to ski for 20 years as both a ski instructor and a mom and I'm here to help you make your ski days easier and more fun.

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!

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