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Winter Family Fun

Winter family time doesn’t have to be boring. How many adventures can you have this month?

Family Winter Adventures Idea List

The weather may impact how we spend our time, but winter is a great time to get creative with some family fun. Enjoy the outdoors and spend time together in the kitchen, cooking seasonal favorites. Check out our links below for some tasty recipes to inspire you and your family. 

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Winter Recipes

Soups & Stews

A nice warm bowl of soup is perfect for busy winter days. 

Snacks

Healthy snacks are a great idea to keep you going through all your adventures this month. Check out our easy ideas. 

Winter Desserts

Healthy desserts are a great idea to keep you going through all your adventures this month. Check out our easy ideas. 

Cookies on a plate with flower and pumpkin in the background

Winter Squash Cookies

October 26, 2021

These soft, sweet cookies can be made with any winter squash- acorn, butternut, pumpkin, and more. Dried fruit or chocolate chips add a zing of sweet for a perfect treat.

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Cookies on a plate with flower and pumpkin in the background

Winter Squash Cookies

October 26, 2021

These soft, sweet cookies can be made with any winter squash- acorn, butternut, pumpkin, and more. Dried fruit or chocolate chips add a zing of sweet for a perfect treat.

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Outdoors

Closeup of person walking in snow with snowboots

Outdoor Winter Safety

Check out these winter safety tips before you head out of town for some Wyoming outdoor winter fun.

Let's Go Take a Hike
University of Wyoming Extension & Cent$ible Nutrition Program

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