Snow is for more than shoveling!
In Pennsylvania, nature’s bounty is the backdrop for big time recreation.
Tens of thousands of winter enthusiasts migrate to the Keystone State Mountains every week to ski and snowboard on trails that offer cruising comfort in a majestic setting or the excitement of pulse pounding challenge on a downhill course.
Not knowing how to ski or board is no longer an excuse for sitting at home on the sidelines.
January has been designated, “Learn A Snow Sport Month” in Pennsylvania.
It’s easier and more affordable than ever. For the entire month, the 22 member resorts of the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association will offer a $5 discount on already low midweek “Learn A Snow Sport” packages. These special tickets include a first ski lesson, rental equipment, either skis or a snowboard and a lift ticket for use on any of the beginner areas. Click for Ski Area Festivities for this event!
Governor Rendell Declares January Learn a Snow Sport Month in Pennsylvania (Download the PDF)
For folks who yearn to find a winter activity and a chance to make new friends in the dynamic environment of a ski resort, Linda Irvin, director of the Pennsylvania Ski Areas Associations says, “We’re thrilled that our ski areas have united to offer an affordable "Learn A Snow Sport" program that will open the door to the wonderful world of skiing for many winter enthusiasts, throughout the entire season.”
Association member resorts are found in all regions of the state from the Endless Mountains to the Philadelphia suburbs, central Pennsylvania from the Maryland to New York borders and throughout the Alleghenies.
For a list of all Association member resorts, convenient links to their websites and a printable $5 discount coupon, go to www.skipa.com
TIPS FOR FIRST TIME SKIERS/BOARDERS
- Dress Warmly and in layers
- Wear a good hat that covers the ears
- Driving gloves are for driving – Ski gloves are for skiing
- Take time for a short period of stretching exercises before going on the slopes
Welcome to wintertime enjoyment!
The Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association (PSAA), consisting of member ski areas statewide, is a non-profit association that was developed to promote and serve the Pennsylvania Ski Industry.
Ski Area Festivities for Learn to Ski Month
Liberty Mountain Resort - January is Learn a Snow Sport Month - Get off the couch and hit the slopes! This coming Thursday, Jan. 7 all our Learn to Packages are only $39, and Learn to Snowshoe at the Winter Trails Event on Saturday, Jan. 9.
Mystic Mountain at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is offering a special Friends and Neighbors night every Friday from 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. Lift ticket and rental packages are just $20 and group lessons are available for $25 per person. If you have your own equipment, lift tickets cost just $15 every Friday night this season at Mystic Mountain. Link to Pittsburgh Post Gazette story about the offering.
SHAWNEE MOUNTAIN KICKS OFF “LEARN A SNOW SPORT MONTH” WITH $15 LEARN TO SKI OR SNOWBOARD PACKAGE
Shawnee on Delaware, PA – January 2010 is Learn A Snow Sport Month and Shawnee Mountain is pleased to announce its participation in this nationwide effort to get people outside and enjoying winter activities. We encourage those new to snow sports to take a lesson and those who are experienced, to bring a friend or the family.
Shawnee Mountain will kick off the month-long promotion on Thursday, January 7th with 100 introductory Learn to Ski or Snowboard Packages for the cost of $15 each. All proceeds from this one day promotion will be donated to the Bushkill Outreach Program. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 570-421-7231 ext. 229. Some restrictions do apply.
For the remainder of January, Shawnee Mountain will be offering a discount coupon good for a $59 Learn to Ski or Snowboard Package available online at www.shawneemt.com. This package includes a lift ticket, rental equipment and a group lesson.
Operating day and night, Shawnee Mountain is well-known as being a beginner friendly ski area, welcoming all levels of skiers and riders.
Shawnee Mountain is located in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania just off Exit 309 of Interstate 80. General information call 570-421-7231. For lodging information, call 888-VILLA4U (townhomes and chateaus), 800-SHAWNEE (Shawnee Inn), or 800-POCONOS (vacation bureau). Or visit Shawnee Mountain on-line at www.shawneemt.com.
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