The coming winter holidays are a good opportunity to do a family getaway to the snow. Skiing is a very fun practice that excites children a lot and if they start small, they will surely become fans of white sport.
Before putting on our skis, we must take into account some recommendations. Of course, the first thing is, which places are suitable for children? There are many stations with nurseries for children, some even admit them from 3 or 4 months, as in Baqueira and Sierra Nevada, respectively. And from 3 years (without diaper) there are snow gardens, where with the help of monitors they will begin to familiarize themselves with the snow with small skis.
The best age to start skiing is from 5 or 6 years old, not before, because they still do not have well consolidated bones and an injury could be very difficult to heal. However, sleds are super fun to play as a family at all ages. As for the clothing, we must choose the appropriate clothing, which is waterproof and warm. We can dress them with several layers, such as onions, to be removed later if necessary. Indispensable, a hat (if polar better) that covers the ears and flexible gloves that allow them to maneuver.
Good advice is to carry an identification card with all the useful information stored in a zip pocket. If they have reason, and to avoid inconvenience, establish a meeting point in case they are lost and tell them sensibly the rules of the station (where they can circulate and where not).
Do not forget a sunscreen for face and lips and special glasses for children who do not leave.
