Being the parent of a hockey player gets a little more
challenging in the summer months. You want to be comfortable outdoors, so you
wear shorts and flip-flops. But, the second you step into the rink, you’re
faced with “the big chill.” Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to
be comfortable both outdoors and at the rink.
Bring Along Easy Layers
Sitting in the stands in thin summer clothing is not going
to be a comfortable experience, but neither is stepping outdoors in heavy
winter clothing. That’s why you really have to find a nice compromise between
winter and summer attire, and layering is the perfect answer. Whenever you go
to the rink, bring along layers that can easily be put on or removed, such as
pullover sweaters, hats, and scarfs. This will allow you to control your
comfort level and to go from warmly dressed to summer style in just a few
seconds.
Sip Something Warm
The local rink probably has a
concessions stand. Hit it up before you sit down. Sitting and sipping hot
chocolate or a nice mug of warm tea or coffee can really heat things up-
literally. Hot drinks are enjoyable, but they will also keep your hands and
your body nice and toasty. If your rink doesn’t sell hot drinks, bring along a
heat-retaining thermos, filled to the brim with your favorite beverage.
Bring a Blanket
If you’re someone who really gets
chilly at the local rink, bring a blanket! You might feel a little awkward
about sitting in the stands with a blanket wrapped around your shoulders, but
trust that people do it all the time! In fact, if you look around, you’ll
probably notice a couple of other people wrapped in blankets. There are even
specially made stadium blankets designed for this purpose! In fact, you may
want to get one of your own since these blankets usually come with a
convenient, portable case and can even be customized with hockey designs.
As you can see, it is possible to
stay warm at the rink without frying once you step outside. It just takes a
little planning ahead!
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