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Scott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the Family
Some people complain about the cold weather, but I could never live somewhere that didn’t have snow for at least a couple months of the year. As soon as the first flake touches the ground, the kids and I are outside having a ball. People in warm climates don’t know what they’re missing. Take a look at some of my favourite – and admittedly wildest – winter activities!
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Making Snow Angels
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1/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
Whenever we get enough snow the first thing my daughters run out and do is make snow angels. We can barely get them to put on their snow pants and hats before they’re taking off outside. They come by it honestly though. I used to do the exact same thing when I was their age. Sometimes I still do!Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyMaking Snow Angels
PHOTO 1 of 9READ LESS -Whenever we get enough snow the first thing my daughters run out and do is make snow angels. We can barely get them to put on their snow pants and hats before they’re taking off outside. They come by it honestly though. I used to do the exact same thing when I was their age. Sometimes I still do!Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Scott McGillivray's Dad Sled Race
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2/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
One of the best things about our new house is that we have a decent size backyard. I took <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQa5uYhAhXN/?taken-by=scott_mcgillivray">this video</a> last year after our first big snowfall in the new house. The kids wanted to play and I needed a workout, so the Dad sled race was born! Not gonna lie, my arms hurt pretty bad the next morning.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyScott McGillivray's Dad Sled Race
PHOTO 2 of 9READ LESS -One of the best things about our new house is that we have a decent size backyard. I took <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQa5uYhAhXN/?taken-by=scott_mcgillivray">this video</a> last year after our first big snowfall in the new house. The kids wanted to play and I needed a workout, so the Dad sled race was born! Not gonna lie, my arms hurt pretty bad the next morning.Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Skiing in Your Own Backyard
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Besides the size of the backyard, the other great thing is that we have a tiny little hill – perfect for sledding and teaching the kids to downhill ski. Last year Layla was a little hesitant, but her big sister was all over it. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQRHco3gM-A/?taken-by=scott_mcgillivray">Myah handled that slope like a pro</a>. I might have to find something a little bigger for her this year!Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilySkiing in Your Own Backyard
PHOTO 3 of 9READ LESS -Besides the size of the backyard, the other great thing is that we have a tiny little hill – perfect for sledding and teaching the kids to downhill ski. Last year Layla was a little hesitant, but her big sister was all over it. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BQRHco3gM-A/?taken-by=scott_mcgillivray">Myah handled that slope like a pro</a>. I might have to find something a little bigger for her this year!Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Great Skate
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4/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
One of the kids’ favourite winter activities is their skating lessons. I can’t say I love all the early weekend mornings at the skating rink, but I guess this is payback for when I was a kid. At least that’s what my mom says…Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyGreat Skate
PHOTO 4 of 9READ LESS -One of the kids’ favourite winter activities is their skating lessons. I can’t say I love all the early weekend mornings at the skating rink, but I guess this is payback for when I was a kid. At least that’s what my mom says…Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Scott McGillivray's Mini Hockey Rink
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5/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
I admit that putting a mini hockey rink in my basement might seem a bit excessive, but given the number of good times I’ve had with my siblings, friends, and all of our kids, it was 100% worth it.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyScott McGillivray's Mini Hockey Rink
PHOTO 5 of 9READ LESS -I admit that putting a mini hockey rink in my basement might seem a bit excessive, but given the number of good times I’ve had with my siblings, friends, and all of our kids, it was 100% worth it.Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Olaf the Snowman
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6/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
Truth be told, we don’t always get that much snow in the city. So sometimes activities like building snowmen can be a bit of a challenge. Fortunately since Frozen came along, the only snowman anyone wants to build is Olaf. And with his slim physique we can usually make do.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyOlaf the Snowman
PHOTO 6 of 9READ LESS -Truth be told, we don’t always get that much snow in the city. So sometimes activities like building snowmen can be a bit of a challenge. Fortunately since Frozen came along, the only snowman anyone wants to build is Olaf. And with his slim physique we can usually make do.Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Hunting Wabbits
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7/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
Whenever I’m out on the slopes I keep my eyes peeled for wildlife lurking in the woods. Last year during our annual trip to Collingwood I managed to grab a selfie with a ski bunny!Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyHunting Wabbits
PHOTO 7 of 9READ LESS -Whenever I’m out on the slopes I keep my eyes peeled for wildlife lurking in the woods. Last year during our annual trip to Collingwood I managed to grab a selfie with a ski bunny!Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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Après Ski, McGillivray Style
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8/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
After a day on the slopes there’s nothing better than heading inside for a little après ski. Of course when you have toddlers it’s generally limited to hot chocolate, but the sentiment is the same. (Ok, this photo may have been staged, but it’s still a pretty accurate representation.)Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyAprès Ski, McGillivray Style
PHOTO 8 of 9READ LESS -After a day on the slopes there’s nothing better than heading inside for a little après ski. Of course when you have toddlers it’s generally limited to hot chocolate, but the sentiment is the same. (Ok, this photo may have been staged, but it’s still a pretty accurate representation.)Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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The McGillivray Polar Plunge
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9/9Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
My brother and I have always been close and we’ve been known to do some crazy things together – including the odd polar plunge. I can’t remember who dared who this time, but it wasn’t our first, and definitely wasn’t our last.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray’s Favourite Winter Activities with the FamilyThe McGillivray Polar Plunge
PHOTO 9 of 9READ LESS -My brother and I have always been close and we’ve been known to do some crazy things together – including the odd polar plunge. I can’t remember who dared who this time, but it wasn’t our first, and definitely wasn’t our last.Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
