5 Reasons Why Winter is the Best Season

Aug 22nd 2022

sunny snowy wooded winter scene

Spring, summer, fall or winter - most people have a favorite time of year. While there’s something to love about every season, can you really single out one as the best? We’re casting our vote for winter. Once you read our top reasons why winter is so special, you may agree!

Snow Days

Do you remember how excited you were to get out in the snow when you were a kid? You don’t need a day off from school to enjoy a snow day. Be a kid again! Have a snowball fight, try some snowball target tossing or snow sculpting, build a snowman or a snow fort! A winter hike through a local nature trail can be a really rewarding experience. If you’re quiet and alert, you can hear and see birds, squirrels, deer and other wild creatures, or spot their footprints in the snow. Don’t forget to enjoy a mug of hot chocolate after playing in the cold.

Visit a Ski Resort

Speaking of snow…winter is the perfect time to visit a ski resort with your family or friends, especially if you love being active outdoors in winter. Experienced skiers and snowboarders can hit the slopes right away, while beginners can take lessons from professionals. Don’t ski? Try sledding or snow tubing. Even if you’re not much of an athlete, you can enjoy a winter adventure with your special people.

Enjoy the Holiday Decorations

You may not celebrate Christmas, but you can still appreciate all the beautiful holiday decorations displayed each winter. The more elaborate the better, as you and your family drive around town to admire all the Christmas lights! When winter nights are long and cold, Christmas decorations add brightness and cheer.

Little Pleasures

During the winter months, the sunrises are unbelievable. The reflection of the sun on a frigid cold morning reflecting of the fresh white snow is beautiful. If you wake up early enough, these sunrises are breathtaking, and are something you should take advantage of during winter.

Holiday Gatherings

Winter ushers in several holidays, including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the New Year.Family gatherings and holiday parties are a big part of the season. We wear our holiday sweaters, enjoy special foods and follow special holiday traditions. Some family traditions involve helping others. During the holidays, many organizations hold collections for warm clothes or food for homeless shelters. You can volunteer to sing carols or do crafts with nursing home residents or serve meals at a community outreach center. You’ll likely find that doing something thoughtful for someone else can go a long way to warm your heart.

As you can see, winter has its fair share of good times and magical moments. After enjoying the holiday festivities and fun with family and friends, you may agree with us that winter truly is the best season!