It’s awesome weather for sledding! If your backyard isn’t great for sledding, check out these fun sledding areas. Detweiller Park near the Dogwood Shelter, is a nice, long, hilly favorite. According to some mommy friends, Laura Bradley Park has a small hill near the tennis courts, another near the playground, and an additional steeper one. McNaughton Park is another one in Pekin. Please read this link on sledding safety, and be courteous when waiting for your turn.
Snow Forts are fun to build in this weather! We built our first snow fort yesterday, after watching several youtube.com videos on “How to Build a Snow Fort.” The kids will love it! Tip: Use the snow all ready piled right next to your driveway, and pack it tightly. Adult supervision is required anytime your kids are playing with the snow fort, due to possible collapses.
Here is a simple recipe for snow ice cream circulating from friends. Mix 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until sugar is dissolved. Then slowly add about 5 cups fresh snow (not packed). Honey can also substitute for the vanilla extract. We originally posted the recipe on our facebook page, when the snow was really fresh. Become a facebook fan, and receive the latest news.