Stöten Magazine
Child & Family
Cross-country skiing with your child
We've already told you how best to introduce your child to slalom skiing, as well as tips on exercises to teach your children to ski. Now we thought we'd continue along the same lines and share five things to consider when cross-country skiing with children!
Length of snowboard for children
We have previously shared tips and advice that will come in handy when teaching your child to snowboard. Now we thought we'd continue along the same lines and tell you more about how to choose a suitable length for your child's snowboard.
Junior Weeks
During our Junior Weeks, it's free to be a child. Food, ski hire, ski school and much more are included for one child up to the age of six per paying adult. In addition, Vargy organises extra fun activities for our families with children during these weeks.
How to build an obstacle course in the snow
When the snow finally falls to the ground and forms a white sparkling blanket, it's time to challenge each other to some fun winter games. And what better way than to build an obstacle course in the snow? In this article, we share our top tips on how to build a snow obstacle course that the whole family can enjoy!
Build your own obstacle course
Both summer and winter in the mountains offer wonderful outdoor activities for young and old alike. One fun activity that the whole family can enjoy is building their own obstacle course. So we thought we'd share some tips on how you can easily build an outdoor obstacle course!
Happy children on the slopes
What do you do when one child has collapsed on the slope and refuses to go another metre? And the other is freezing and needs to pee NOW? 1TP1Professional and mum of young children Linn has the answer: You prepare yourself so that you don't end up there in the first place. Sometimes easier said than done, but with a little planning and preparation, you can avoid the most common traps. Here are Linn's top tips!
The guide to a successful family holiday
At Stöten i Sälen, we know what it takes to create an unforgettable family holiday that neither young nor old will soon forget. Above all, we also know how important it is for children to enjoy themselves and have fun - because as all parents know, happy children are almost always synonymous with happy parents!
Family activities
As winter approaches, Stöten's ski resort starts to fill up with excited families looking to enjoy an eventful time together. Not only can we offer Sälen's best skiing and cosy accommodation options, but we also promise plenty of family activities to remember!
Three simple games for children
What do you do after a long day on the slopes, when the kids are no longer content with a sedentary evening at home on the sofa? You inspire some great play, of course. There are lots of fun games that suit both small and big children!
A child-friendly destination
Holidays with the whole family are wonderful - but it's important that the destination is child-friendly! All parents of young children know that happy children equal happy parents and that is the prerequisite for a really successful holiday!
7 tips on activities in the forest for children
A visit to Stöten can mean so much more than great skiing. For example, have you thought about all the exciting and fun things you can do in the forest? In this article, we'll tell you about year-round activities that are perfect to do in the forest and suitable for children of all ages!
Fun activities for pre-school children
At Stöten, we have lots of fun activities for children of all ages. But we realise that you might want to pass the time until the next time you see us. That's why we're sharing some suggestions for fun activities you can do at home!
Top family tips for a successful skiing holiday
Here are the Bäckström family's top tips for a successful skiing holiday.
Smart ski equipment that grows with your child
Do you see your children outgrowing everything as they grow so fast? Everything from winter boots to jackets, almost overnight? As ski holidays approach, it can feel like an eternal struggle to find the right ski equipment to suit your children. Especially for their rapidly growing needs. But what if the solution not only saves money, but also makes the whole trip more relaxed and fun?
Skiing with children
Skiing with children can be the best family activity there is. When introducing your children to skiing, you want to do everything you can to create the best skiing experience possible. That's why in this article we give you our top 6 tips for skiing with kids!
Teaching children to ski - exercises
Seeing your child on the ski slopes for the first time is a wonderful feeling to say the least. However, before they master skiing, it takes a lot of practice and patience. In this article, we thought we'd share a handful of helpful exercises that can be useful when teaching your child to ski!
To ride a ski lift with children
Going on a skiing holiday with the whole family is one of the most enjoyable things you can do. Maybe your children are getting old enough to ride the lifts on their own, and that can be a bit nerve-wracking. We'd like to give you some tips on how best to master our lifts!
Ski instructor Kalle's top tips on ski school
Are you wondering what to expect when your child goes to ski school? Don't worry, Kalle Adolfsson has worked as a ski instructor in Stöten for three years - he knows what he's talking about. Here you can read his best tips on what you as a parent can think about before, during and after your child goes to ski school in Stöten.
Child-friendly accommodation
Finding the right accommodation for your ski holiday can be a challenge, especially when travelling with young children. But fear not! Stöten in Sälen is the perfect place for families looking for comfortable and child-friendly accommodation. Here are some tips on how to choose the best accommodation so that the whole family can enjoy their ski holiday.
Children's activities in Sälen
Thinking of taking the family on a skiing holiday in Sälen but not sure if there are activities suitable for the kids? Don't worry! At Stöten in Sälen, there's a huge range of activities for kids of all ages - both on and off the slopes!
Safety check of children's ski equipment
As winter approaches, the ski season starts and a ski holiday in Stöten and Sälen is around the corner, it is important for parents to make sure that their children's ski equipment is safe and in good condition. But how do you check and ensure that your children's ski equipment is safe to use? We'll help you and tell you how parents should go about it.
Packing for a mountain holiday with children
Spending time with each other, the fresh air of others, and brightening up your days with first-class skiing does something to the soul. It's also what makes a mountain holiday with the whole family so magical. What's not usually so magical, however, is the packing. So in this article, we thought we'd share our top tips for packing for a mountain holiday with kids!
Teach your kids to snowboard - here's how
We have previously explained how to introduce your child to slalom skiing, as well as sharing suitable exercises for teaching your child to ski. However, not everyone wants to try slalom. Some would rather learn to snowboard. That's why in this article we thought we'd share some helpful tips and advice for teaching your child to snowboard - whether you ski, snowboard or neither!