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Another favorite winter pasttime is ice skating. It's just as good as a roller skating rink because it provides activities and fun for all ages. A great family outing, the local ice skating rink is a must during the cold weather. Many cities "create" an ice skating rink by flooding and freezing an area in a city park. Other indoor ice skaing rinks are professionally groomed and rent skates and even give lessons. Regardless of what kind of ice skating rink you and your family choose, there are a few safety tips to keep in mind as you do that figure 8.

* Make sure the skates you have are a comfortable fit and have good ankle support. Check that the kid's skates are a good fit, and don't assume that last year's size will work.

* Make sure the blades are professionally sharpened. If you are renting skates, this process is done already.

* Be on the lookout for garbage or other debris on the ice. Even a small stick can cause big tumbles.

* Dress warmly, and rest if you get tired or too cold.

* Speed skating is not appropriate in crowded skating areas. Stay in control and be aware of other skaters.

* If you start to fall, don't grab on to the person next to you. This can cause more injury and pain to both of you than if you simply brace yourself for a fall.

*15 Minute Moment* Draw a nutcracker that represents someone in your family (a soldier for a military person, a nurse for a nurse, etc.)

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