WHAT IS WINTER TRAILS?
Winter Trails 2010 is set for January 9, 2010. Entering its 15th year, the event offers children and adults NEW to snow sports the chance to try snowshoeing and cross country skiing for FREE, and to discover the great fitness and social benefits with these easy-to-learn winter sports. A national snowsports day. Venues will continue to be posted periodically so check back for updates.
As an added benefit and in support of Winter Trails Day and Learn a Snowsport Month, The Homestead is offering 10% off private lessons for all ages Friday through Sunday! Call Snowsports School for reservations.
Ron Shepard, Snowsports Director at Crystal Mountain Resort offers the following information:
Tips:
Exercises, Games, Drills:
Begin with games and outings with easily attained goals or destinations.
Gain awareness of what feet are doing inside before going outside.
Take your kids to the Roller Rink for practice. Skiing has similar movements.
Side step up & down on stairs.
For snowboarders, stand on a cushion with the snowboard to feel the sensation of moving back and forth on the board.
Pick up boot rentals the night before so kids can walk around in them.
Nutrition & Sleep:
Make sure kids get a good night’s sleep so they have energy for the long day of skiing.
Eat carbohydrates the night before, but the morning of skiing focus more on protein & Vitamin C.
Hydration is key! Drink lots of liquid so kids are energized.
Bring trail-mix and/or granola bars on the slopes in case kids get hungry.
EQUIPMENT/CLOTHING
Kids will learn faster with equipment that fits.
Many resorts rent equipment for kids.
But if purchasing clothing, look for fabric that is water and wind-resistant, look for wind flaps to shield zippers, snug cuffs at wrists and ankles, collars that can be snuggled up to the chin and deep pockets.
Other items to consider:
Ski Helmets – Make sure the helmet fits correctly and wear the helmet without a hat underneath.
Dress in layers – Layering allows you to accommodate your body’s constantly changing temperature: Polypropylene underware (top and bottoms) which feels good next to the skin, dries quickly, absorbs sweat and keeps you warm, then wear a turtleneck, sweater and waterproof jacket.
Mittens are better for younger kids, non-cotton material.
Wear sunscreen! Even on cloudy days, the sun reflecting on the mountain can cause sunburns.
January 29th-31st, 2010 MARGARITAVILLE and PASSHOLDER APPRECIATION!
Loads of activities on the ski slopes to participate in such as Goofy Games, NASTAR, Rail Jams and more! Passholders can receive up to 4 tickets for their guests for $10 each and $99 rooms in the Lodge.
January 30, 2010 RAIL JAM
Bring your best tricks to THE YARD Terrain Park and have the chance to win Pistons Tickets and gift certificates to Big Buck Brewery or Spicy Bobs. use the following link to download the mandatory release form and bring it and your A-Game to The Yard at 2pm on Saturday, Jan. 30th http://www.treetops.com/pdf/SPECIAL-EVENT-RELEASE.pdf
February 5th-7th MARDI GRAS
Join us on Saturday for a Mardi Gras scavenger hunt!
February 12th-14th TREETOPS OLYMPICS
Ski Race, Human Curling, Human Bowling competitions and Medal Ceremonies
February 15th-18th, 2010 PRESIDENTS WEEK
Many games and contests to join in on!
February 26th-28th FAMILY CHALLENGE
Ski and snowboard races and plenty of activities on the ski slopes!
February 19th-21st, 2010 CARNIVAL WEEKEND AT TREETOPS
Loads of activities on the ski hills along with Carnival type games in the Lodge.
March 5th-7th, 2010 MARCH MADNESS & PASSHOLDER APPRECIATION
Basket Ball related activities at the resort! Passholders can get up to 4 guest lift tickets for $10 each and room in the Inn for $79 and the Lodge for $99.
March 12th-14th, 2010 AMAZING RACE
Treetops version of the Amazing Race taking place at the resort.
March 19th-21st, 2010 GOLF
Golf in the winter? Come on out and welcome the golf season in on the ski slopes!
The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is fast approaching and what better way to celebrate a long weekend than at Boyne Mountain for this annual ski weekend. The weekend event runs from Friday, January 14 – Monday, January 17, and will feature non-stop skiing and parties. Participants are coming from all parts of the United States, Canada and the U.K. to experience this annual extravaganza. Great people, great resort and a great time! All events are open to the public.
2011 MLK Ski Weekend Activities (tentative):
FRIDAY
Car Pool and caravan to resort
4pm-9pm: Check-In, Registration and Welcome Package
9pm-12am: Welcome Reception
Meet and Greet, Mix and Mingle
Speed Dating – Ski Weekend Edition
12am-2am: Flashback – The Old School Music Party
2am-4am: While You Were Sleep After-Party
SATURDAY
Skiing all day
3pm-5pm: Snowflake Happy Hour featuring NFL Playoffs and social networking
“Game Time” Spades, games and more
7pm-8:30pm: Mountain Grand Lodge Comedy Show
King and Queen of the Mountain – Best Ski Outfit contest
10pm-2am FEATURED PARTY: The Pj Party – WSG R&B performing artist (TBA), and Celebrity DJ
2am-? The “Insomniac” After Party
SUNDAY
Skiing all day (or whenever you decide to wake up)
3pm-5pm Afternoon Happy Hour featuring NFL football playoffs
Tubing
Pool Party (???)
10pm-2am FEATURED PARTY: “Tee Shirt Party” – with special guest performance
2am-? The Last Call After Party
MONDAY
Breakfast
2pm Farewell to Boyne Mountain
Other activities at Boyne Mountain Resort include: Snow Mobiling, Tubing, Sleigh Ride, Zip-Line, Cross Country Skiing, Spa/Massages, Avalanche Bay Indoor Water Park, Games, Karaoke, and more!
January 29th-31st, 2010
The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is fast approaching and what better way to celebrate a long weekend than at Boyne Mountain for this annual ski weekend. The weekend event runs from Friday, January 14 – Monday, January 17, and will feature non-stop skiing and parties. Participants are coming from all parts of the United States, Canada and the U.K. to experience this annual extravaganza. Great people, great resort and a great time! All events are open to the public.
