Ice Pops

Frozen ice pops aren’t only yummy in the summertime! Use the cold weather and fresh, clean snow to make your own sweet treat to enjoy.

Plan

First, collect your clean, fresh snow! Ideally, it’s best to catch the snow before it even hits the ground by using a large, clean bowl.
Once you’ve gathered the snow, it’s time to get creative. Add juices, fresh fruits, sprinkles, or even pudding to your snow.
Once you’ve created your mixture, add it to popsicle molds (or ice cube tray, disposable cups, empty yogurt containers, etc.)
Don’t forget to add your popsicle sticks and write your name on them so you remember which one is yours!
Now, find a safe but cold spot outside to let your ice pops freeze.
Enjoy your tasty treat!

Popsicle molds (or ice cube tray, disposable cups, empty yogurt containers, etc.)
Flavourings (juices, pudding, etc.)
Additives (sprinkles, fresh fruit, candies, etc.)

Not cold enough for making popsicles outside? No clean snow? Stay indoors and use a freezer and water to make your treat. Use Jell-O to make a “no-drip” popsicle!

Protein is important to keeping you fueled in all weather, but especially in the winter! How can you add protein to your popsicles to make them a hardier winter snack?

Beavers (5–7), Cubs (8–10), Scouts (11–14)

Creative Expression

Winter

Meeting

Indoor, Outdoor

Activity

It’s very important to use clean snow for this activity – snow collected in a bowl as it falls is going to be the cleanest.