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5 Tips for New Skiers Heading to the Hills for the First Time
by Go Girl / @travelgogirl / October 31, 2013 Again and again, you’ve heard your girlfriends talking about skiing and snowboarding — the adrenaline rush, how gorgeous the mountains are in the winter, how it makes the cold months so much more enjoyable. And either you’ve finally decided to see what the fuss is all...READ FULL POST
Learning to Ski Made Easy at #SnowTrailsOH
Five Musts for First-Time Skiers
Is this the year you’re going to learn to ski? To be sure it’s fun from your first run, you’ll want to brush up on some basics before hitting the bunny slope. For tips on how to avoid common newbie mistakes, we turned to Shannon Bahrke, a three-time U.S. Olympian and two-time Olympic freestyle medalist,...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
10 tips for first-time skiers
You probably shouldn’t expect to conquer double black diamonds your first time on the slopes, but that doesn’t mean you have to stick to the bunny hill either. Here are 10 tips from local ski school instructors on everything from choosing the proper equipment to safety while on the mountain. Avoid borrowing skis or snowboards...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Beginner Snowboard Rental Equipment
How to Get on a Ski Chair Lift
5 Most Helpful Tips For Beginner Skiers & Riders
As a Ski Patroller, I love seeing more people coming out to enjoy the slopes as “first timers” and beginner skiers/riders. The following points are really not as much tips as they are the basics: 1. First Time Ever? Pick skiing or snowboarding Let me start right at the beginning. If you are a first...READ FULL POST
9 Things I Learned While Learning to Ski
I somehow managed to live 14 years in the self-proclaimed ski capital of Northern Michigan and 1 year in the shadow of the Colorado Rockies without ever attempting to ski. Now I am almost 30 and decided to see what all the fuss is about! What better time to finally hit the slopes than...READ FULL POST
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Gear
Gear
Should I rent or buy equipment?
Basic Equipment for First Timer
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How to Put On Your Snowboard Boots
Beginner Snowboard Rental Equipment
How to Fit Ski Boots
Before you rent or buy ski boots, it’s important to make sure that the boots fit properly. The next step is to make sure that your boots are adjusted for optimal skiing. Try Before You Rent or Buy Like shoes, not all ski boots that are the same size will fit the same way. Some...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
How to Put On Ski Boots
Ski Boot Fitting 101
Ski Boot Quick Tip: How Ski Boots Should Fit
Skiing Gear Checklist
The following is a list of the gear, equipment, and clothing you will need for your day on the ski slopes. If it’s your first ski trip, rent skis and boots. There is no point in investing in expensive equipment until you are sure this is the sport for you. Do make sure that you...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
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Ski & Snowboard Clothing
Ski & Snowboard Clothing
Basic Equipment for First Timer
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What to Wear Skiing
Chances are that if you walk into any ski shop, you’ll be affronted with an array of ski apparel options. Fortunately, ski clothing doesn’t have to be complicated. If you aren’t sure what to wear skiing, it’s best to start with the basics and then move on to the accessories. Here is a guideline for...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Skiing Gear Checklist
The following is a list of the gear, equipment, and clothing you will need for your day on the ski slopes. If it’s your first ski trip, rent skis and boots. There is no point in investing in expensive equipment until you are sure this is the sport for you. Do make sure that you...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
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More great info for beginners
More great info for beginners
Visiting Ski Areas
There are more than 400 ski areas scattered across the U.S. ranging from small, easy to navigate family-owned areas to large destination resorts featuring acres of slopes, miles of lifts, and top-notch lodging, dining, and other attractions. Our Find Lessons section will link you to venues participating in our Learn to Ski and Snowboard (Month)/Bring...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
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Safety
Safety
Ski Safety: Tips To Protect Skiers & Riders On The Slopes
Why do we love to snowboard and ski? That’s a silly question with an easy answer: because it’s fun. A significant contributor to the fun of downhill snowsports is the sensation of sliding down the hill, in control but at speeds that are higher than we humans would normally be able to achieve without sticks...READ FULL POST
The Alpine Responsibility Code Explained
You’ve seen this sign for years – it’s often in yellow – and usually off to the side of the Main Lodge and/or at the lift line at virtually every ski resort in the world. It’s the top 10 list and “rules of the road” of the slopes. It’s a blend of common sense, safety...READ FULL POST
How to Get on a Ski Chair Lift
Ski Safety: Tips To Protect Skiers & Riders On The Slopes
Why do we love to snowboard and ski? That’s a silly question with an easy answer: because it’s fun. A significant contributor to the fun of downhill snowsports is the sensation of sliding down the hill, in control but at speeds that are higher than we humans would normally be able to achieve without sticks...READ FULL POST
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Learning to Ski or Ride
Learning to Ski or Ride
Learning to Ski Made Easy at #SnowTrailsOH
Innovations in Learn to Ski and Snowboard Programs
Ask people to describe their first day on skis or a snowboard and you’ll likely get a variety of adjectives: exciting, fun, and thrilling, but also scary, frustrating, and intimidating. Ski area managers and snowsports school directors would rather hear their newest customers utter the first group of words, and the hottest way to get...READ FULL POST
5 Most Helpful Tips For Beginner Skiers & Riders
As a Ski Patroller, I love seeing more people coming out to enjoy the slopes as “first timers” and beginner skiers/riders. The following points are really not as much tips as they are the basics: 1. First Time Ever? Pick skiing or snowboarding Let me start right at the beginning. If you are a first...READ FULL POST
9 Things I Learned While Learning to Ski
I somehow managed to live 14 years in the self-proclaimed ski capital of Northern Michigan and 1 year in the shadow of the Colorado Rockies without ever attempting to ski. Now I am almost 30 and decided to see what all the fuss is about! What better time to finally hit the slopes than...READ FULL POST
6 Reasons Why Your Kids Should Learn To Ski
Google this title and you’ll find there’s a lot of information on how to teach your kids to ski or ride, but little on why it’s a good idea. Getting kids involved in winter sports benefits the whole family in ways that may surprise you. Read on to learn why it’s a good idea to...READ FULL POST
Learn to Ski or Ride at Age 30 & Beyond
I’ve always been somewhat of a late bloomer. It wreaked havoc on my professional football career: I was 5’3 and 98 lbs as a freshman in high school. Nevertheless, I didn’t let that get me down. It took a little longer, but I still managed to play into my college years. The same goes for...READ FULL POST
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Boots
Boots
How to Put On Your Snowboard Boots
How to Fit Ski Boots
Before you rent or buy ski boots, it’s important to make sure that the boots fit properly. The next step is to make sure that your boots are adjusted for optimal skiing. Try Before You Rent or Buy Like shoes, not all ski boots that are the same size will fit the same way. Some...VIEW ORIGINAL ARTICLE
How to Put On Ski Boots
Ski Boot Fitting 101
Ski Boot Quick Tip: How Ski Boots Should Fit
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Skis
Renting Skis
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Snowboard
Renting a Snowboard
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How to Put On Your Snowboard Boots
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Renting Equipment
Renting Equipment
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Renting Skis
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Renting a Snowboard
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Kids
Kids
6 Reasons Why Your Kids Should Learn To Ski
Google this title and you’ll find there’s a lot of information on how to teach your kids to ski or ride, but little on why it’s a good idea. Getting kids involved in winter sports benefits the whole family in ways that may surprise you. Read on to learn why it’s a good idea to...READ FULL POST
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Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Ski Holiday: North American Ski Resorts At A Glance
“What are you doing over your Winter break?” This is a question frequently being asked by both family members and friends, despite winter break being several weeks away. However, as I’ve learned from past experiences, the holiday season is the busiest time for both the ski industry and the travel industry, so it’s best to...READ FULL POST
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