How should you dress your child for skiing?

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1. Jacket

The goal is to be warm when riding up the chairlift, but not sweaty while skiing down. An insulated, waterproof/breathable snow jacket is the best. Look for a hip-length jacket to prevent snow from getting in at the waist.

2. Pants

These should be insulated, waterproof and breathable. Ski pants usually have interior ankle gaiters that keep snow from getting into ski boots. High-waist pants or bib-style pants with detachable straps are the best choice for young children.

3. Long underwear

Either synthetic or merino wool base layers both do the trick.This next-to-skin layer shouldn't be too tight or restrictive—kids will end up wearing their "long johns" as a stand-alone layer before and after they ski.

4. Insulating layer

On colder days, kids can wear a lightweight fleece or wool top and pants over their long underwear. Again, avoid cotton. Alternatively, one trick is to have your child wear two sets of long underwear (one a size larger than the other) under his or her insulated jacket.

5.Snood

Often overlooked, this handy item protects the neck, ears and lower face from wind and sunburn. Merino wool or polyester fleece are best for soft, no-itch warmth and minimal odor after long-term wear.

6.Socks

Stay away from cotton socks and anklets. Ski socks should extend to just above the calf and be made of a blend of wool and synthetic fibers.

7.Goggles

Your child should have goggles to protect his/ her eyes when skiing. Medium-tint styles are best for all-condition wear.

8.Mittens

Mittens are better than gloves for warmth. Look for a waterproof, well-insulated pair, ideally with a rip-and-stick type closure pocket for warmers. Wrist cuffs should be long enough to either extend under or over jacket cuffs by a couple of inches.

9.Warmers

These air-activated heat pouches can be a kid's best friend on the slope. Some styles of gloves have "warmer pockets," so you just shake the warmers and insert them into the pouches for all-day warmth.


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