Ski backpacks are essentially the same thing as models designed for hiking with kids. Since they re less protected from the elements, extra clothing is necessary, especially around the face and extremities. The first thing to consider when skiing with kids is that you must work with their schedule and not just your own. This is especially true for the youngest adventurers who dictate their own feedings and changings. One mother who started skiing with her baby when he was just six-months old recommends scheduling outings for naptime and preferably the longest naptime of the day.
Weather is also a natural concern.
Check a forecast to make sure a frost isn t approaching and read an outside thermometer. If well dressed and protected in a sled, kids in this age group can handle fairly cold temperatures. A family doctor can advise you where to set the exact limit. Another key to success is choosing a short and easy trip for the first outing. It s even appropriate to ski in the back yard or around the block until your baby or toddler gets used to the activity.