All five of the local resorts around the Spokane area and North Idaho offer some version of the infamous “Learn to Ski or Snowboard” all-inclusive package. Whatever the name, the idea is the same: make it easy, accessible and affordable for adults or kids to pick up a new winter sport. These programs for beginners, […]
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It’s never too late no matter how old you are and there’s no better time than now to learn to ski or snowboard. Two of our writers went out on their own paths this season in pursuit of doing just that, and, in the process, gained insight and experience into the cult of snow-sliding fanatics.
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The closest ski and snowboard resort to Spokane and the region’s only nonprofit ski area. Cover photo courtesy of Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park Lifts: 6 chairlifts, plus a surface lift and terrain park handle tow Vertical: 2,000 feet Acres: 1,704 Number of Runs: 52 Night Skiing: 16 night skiing runs starting Dec. 18
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It’s never too late no matter how old you are and there’s no better time than now to learn to ski or snowboard. Two of our writers went out on their own paths this season in pursuit of doing just that, and, in the process, gained insight and experience into the cult of snow-sliding fanatics.
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Kids can learn faster from instructors and moms and dads get some free time! Cover photo courtesy Bri Loveall I’ve got to be honest: I’ve been dreading teaching my kids to ski. I never seem to make it to a ski swap in time to secure good deals on gear, and, with three kids at
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Cover photo courtesy of 49 Degrees North These programs sponsored by Ski the NW Rockies Resorts in Washington and Idaho will change the way your family thinks about winter. Spend time outdoors together and save money with free skiing or snowboarding for 5th graders and with these affordable, all-inclusive learn-to-ski or snowboard programs. EZ Ski
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These bits of advice from an experienced instructor will help kids and parents build their skills together this winter. Sponsored by Ski the Northwest Rockies Association I have taught skiing and snowboarding for over a decade now. Writing that makes me feel a bit old considering I didn’t start teaching until my 30s. Over those
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How easy is it to switch from skis to snowboard? Or how about a snowboarder on skis for the first time? May be harder than you think.
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Choose a lesson program that fits your family’s budget and availability. Lots of options available ski mountains in the northwest Rockies.
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Three ski and snowboard lesson programs for children and teens offered by Ski the NW Rockies Association affiliated mountains.
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