WinterKids

06/01/2026

25 years.
484,215 kids, caregivers, and educators.
Countless partners.

Together building confidence, connection, health, habits, and joy through outdoor experiences.

As we end our 25th anniversary season, we’re filled with gratitude for all who helped build this movement and are excited about the work ahead.

05/01/2026

It’s the support that carries us through a challenge that matters most. Moments like this help kids feel braver, less alone, and more like they belong.

04/28/2026

At WinterKids, we know healthy habits don’t take a season off. ❄️☀️
We’re excited to see our partners at leading the Let’s Go! Move More Challenge, encouraging kids and families to stay active all year long.

MaineHealth doctor's recommend a total of 1 hour or more of physical activity every day. Join the MaineHealth Let's Go! Move More Challenge and earn a ticket to a Portland Sea Dogs game!

04/27/2026

We’re excited to see our Executive Director, Courtney Holub, featured at the Mainebiz Women's Leadership Forum!

Looking forward to a meaningful conversation on leadership, community, and connection.

Mainebiz is delighted to have Courtney Holub, Executive Director at WinterKids, joining us for the Women's Leadership Forum on May 13th. Designed to benefit leaders of all genders and organization sizes, this discussion will offer practical insight into strengthening executive presence and expanding impact in today’s business environment.

Learn More and Register: https://buff.ly/qzAPKYC

Sponsored by: Age Management Center, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., Camden National Bank, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, and Maine Community Foundation

04/21/2026

Volunteer appreciation week is more than just a moment of recognition—it’s a celebration of the generosity, dedication, and spirit that our volunteers bring each time they work with us. Their commitment helps ensure that WinterKids delivers programming to get kids and families outside year after year. This week, we take time to say thank you and to recognize the incredible difference our volunteers make.

With gratitude,
Melissa Ferrigno
Administrative and Volunteer Manager

04/17/2026

Wondering where our Passport Photo Contest winners were captured?
📍Black Mountain of Maine
📍Carters XC Ski Center in Bethel
📍Thomas College Ice Vault

Whether it's a local park, a trail, or your own backyard - the outdoors are full of opportunities to move, learn, and explore together!

Where is your favorite place to get outside?

04/15/2026

Ring the bell, we're announcing the winners of our Passport Photo Contest!

These capture what we love most- community, cold weather, and movement! Congratulations to the winners, and thank you to everyone who participated.

Stay tuned, soon we'll be sharing where these special moments took place!

04/09/2026

Snow yesterday, slush today, mud tomorrow, smiles either way.

That’s a Maine childhood.

04/07/2026

Behind every great outdoor learning moment is an educator who made it happen.

From saying 'yes' to the Winter Games to encouraging every child to participate, teachers are at the heart of what we do.

To all the educators partnering with WinterKids, thank you for showing kids that learning can happen anywhere. 💙