Learn to Ski / Snowboard Packages typically include lift tickets, rentals and lessons. Click on a ski area below to learn more about their packages and specific details:
Gov. Kulongowski
proclaims (pdf) January 2010 to be "Learn a Snow Sport Month".
Oregon ski areas are proud to offer affordable and easy discounted introductory programs to make learning winter sports a cinch. From what to wear, when to arrive and where to park, to renting equipment and meeting your professional instructor.
All it takes is a sense of adventure and a willingness to give it a try. Oregon's Learn to Ski / Snowboard Program:
- Ensures a fun and easy introduction.
- Guarantees proper instruction to get you started correctly.
Discover the dynamic world of skiing and snowboarding. Whether you want to get involved with your friends, your family, or by yourself, there are very few activities that provide the fun, excitement and purse sense of freedom of downhill winter sports. Get off your couch, escape from the city, and be energized by spectacular alpine scenery and fresh mountain air!
Daily Details
Orientation: Learn how the equipment fits, how to adjust it and make it work for you. Then focus on the basic techniques of turning and learning to control your speed.
Basics: Begin linking your turns, manage the lifts and try lower intermediate runs.
Results: Feel the freedom of swooshing down the mountain by building your confidence and skills.
Note: Age restrictions may apply for younger participants. Most Learn to Ski/Snowboard packages are non-transferable and valid only for the 2008-09 season.