Family-Friendly Activity Ideas

Looking for some fun ways to get out and play? Check out the ideas below for healthy ways to get kids moving in every season.
Wear helmets and related gear to protect your head and body when biking and playing other sports.

Dress for the weather and get out together!

Summer and Fall Activity Ideas

Take the Healthy Futures Challenge!
Take your dog for a long walk.
Go fishing and help kids reel in the catch of the day.
Grab a bucket and go berry picking.
Pack a picnic and go for a hike on one of Alaska's beautiful trails.
Go bird watching and see how many species you can spot.
Learn how to identify Alaska’s beautiful wildflowers.
Race to your favorite park. Have fun at the playground.
Go fly a kite on a breezy day.
Play hide and seek among the trees in your neighborhood.
Pull out the roller skates and hit the trails.
Go jogging.
Toss a Frisbee, football or baseball. Play basketball. Kick around a soccer ball.
Strap on your helmets and go for a bike ride.
Head to the lake and see who can skip a rock the farthest.
Go swimming.
Climb one of Alaska’s great mountains or hills.
Join a local charity walk or run with the family.

Winter and Spring Activity Ideas

Take the Healthy Futures Challenge!
Take your dog for a walk.
Take a walk with your kids and teach them about animal prints in the snow.
Grab a sled and cruise down a slope.
Strap on your skis or snowshoes and hit the trails.
Ice skate with friends and family.
Build a snowman or a snow fort.
Make snow angels.
Go ice fishing.
Pretend you are an Arctic explorer and make some important outdoor discoveries.
Play tag in the snow.
Play a game of hockey in your driveway or head to a rink with friends.
Create a winter version of your favorite game. This is a great opportunity to take scavenger hunts; Red Light, Green Light; and other fun games outside.

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Webpage updated November 2024