Flying Squirrel Chatham Holiday Gift Guide

We’ve hand-picked Canadian and small-brand gear that gets kids moving all winter—plus a few Flying Squirrel staples Chatham families love.

Each item includes a clear price and a direct way to buy, with a quick note on why it made the cut.

Flying Squirrel experience gifts

1. Flying Squirrel Chatham e-Gift Card — The easiest win when you want experiences over stuff. Gift cards are location-specific and can be used for jump time, parties, and the Drey Café. Price: you choose. Buy → Flying Squirrel Chatham

2. 10-Hour Family Pass — Shareable hours you can redeem across multiple visits—perfect for high-energy kids who’ll be in the park a lot this winter. Price: $190 CAD. Buy → Flying Squirrel Chatham

3. Flying Squirrel Grip Socks — Required for jumping and legitimately great stocking stuffers. Durable, grippy, and reusable. Price: $3.50/pair CAD. Buy in-park → Flying Squirrel Chatham

Small-brand, Canada-available gear

4. Faber “North Kid” Snowshoes (Québec-made) — A heritage Canadian maker (est. 1870) that builds kid-tough snowshoes. The North Kid is light, durable and grippy—ideal for neighbourhood trails or a snowy Saturday at Kingston Park. Price: ~$80 CAD (Decathlon listing).

Buy → Decathlon Canada

Why we picked it: Winter-proof family time; better flotation means little legs go farther and have more fun.

5. GV Kid Trail Snowshoes (Québec) — Simple bindings and geometry that keeps kids moving (less fiddling, more exploring). Price: $125.99 CAD at Canadian independents.

Buy → wildernesssupply.ca

Why we picked it: Canadian brand + beginner-friendly setup = quick wins and happy walkers.

6. HockeyShot Extreme Passing Kit (Oakville brand) — Basement-friendly passer + shooting pad that actually gets used between practices. Great for quick hands and one-timers without wrecking drywall. Price: $269.99 CAD.

Buy → HockeyShot

Why we picked it: Durable, Canadian company, and perfect for our hockey-mad households.

7. INDO BOARD Original — Iconic balance trainer for rainy days and off-ice/off-snow core work. Choose deck-only or the roller bundle. Price: $249.99–$279.99 CAD.

Buy → indoboard.com

Why we picked it: Builds balance and coordination; kids invent new moves constantly—high play value per square foot.

8. Landyachtz “Dinghy Blunt Synth” Complete (Vancouver brand; indie shop) — A small Canadian board brand beloved by families. The Blunt shape adds stability for newer riders and holds up to sibling hand-me-downs. Price: $184.99 CAD.

Buy → Flatspot Longboard Shop

Why we picked it: Real gear from a Canadian company, sold by an independent shop—fun now indoors (balance practice) and outdoors come spring.

9. ESLA T2 Kicksled (imported by a small Edmonton business) — Stand, kick, glide; turns a snowy day into instant fun. The T2 fits many kids ages ~3–6. Price: $359 CAD.

Buy → Kicksled Canada

Why we picked it: A memorable winter experience that feels like magic (and sneaky cardio, too).

10. Pelican “Nomad 40” Kids’ Sled (Canadian brand) — Simple, tough, and fast with a pull rope and grooved bottom for straight-line fun. Price: ~$49.98–$52.99 CAD depending on retailer.

Buy → Algonquin Outfitters

Why we picked it: Can withstand even the harshest conditions and budget-friendly; the right sled gets used every snow day.

11. Spikeball Rookie Kit — A larger net and ball make it easier for younger players; set it up in a gym, basement, or on the lawn. Price: $70 CAD direct (Canadian store).

Buy → Spikeball Store

Why we picked it: Family game that scales with skill; tons of movement in a small footprint.

12. Strider 12 Sport Balance Bike — Teaches balance first, then pedals later—confidence builder for ages ~18 months to 5 years. Price: $179.99 CAD (Strider Canada).

Buy → striderbikes.ca

Why we picked it: The gold standard of balance bikes; light, durable, and endlessly rideable.

13. Coco Village Wooden Balance Board — Montessori-style wobble board that doubles as a rocker, bridge, ramp—kids create the game. Price: ~$69.99–$99.99 CAD depending on finish/retailer.

Buy → Coco Village

Why we picked it: Open-ended movement play that looks nice in the living room and saves rainy afternoons.

14. Landyachtz “Dinghy Blunt Synth” (alt Canadian shop) — This compact cruiser skateboard is built to be slightly wider and more stable. That extra space gives riders a bigger platform to stand on, making it easier to push, carve, and try tricks, while still being small, portable, and super fun for everyday cruising. Costs about $130 CAD.

Buy → Easy Rider

Why we picked it: Supporting independents matters; you’ll often find great local advice and tune-ups.

15. Douglas “Jumper” Flying Squirrel Plush (on-theme) — A soft, realistic flying squirrel that slots perfectly into a stocking. Price: $21.95 CAD (indie bookshop listing).

Buy → Tuesdays Bookshop

Why we picked it: It supports a small Canadian retailer.

 

Every item here earns its spot by doing one thing well—getting Chatham kids moving and laughing through the holidays and beyond. They’re the kind of gifts that naturally fit with a day at Flying Squirrel: high energy, big fun, and made to be used again and again.