To carry them on their journey. Our ancestors would pass items down from child to child, passing along some of the joy and wisdom earned by the previous owner as well. These heirloom-worthy waterproof mukluks get better with age. With sturdy craftsmanship and warm-toesies technology like our flexible Bear sole, AuthenTEC waterproofing, and sheepskin footbed, they don&';t just withstand a child&';s winter adventures-they help make them.