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Crystal Mountain – National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month – January 1 – 31, 2015

January is National Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month! Learn the essentials of skiing and snowboarding with our professional Snowsports instructors and save money with special offers on lift tickets and lessons, available select days during the month of January.

Bring A Friend

As part of our, bring a friend skiing or riding with you and enjoy the following discounts!

Burton Learn to Ride Center

Crystal Mountain’s Burton Learn to Ride Center (LTRC)  is one of just six in the Midwest. Burton technology combined with a shared teaching philosophy, and commitment to terrain design help students progress their skills, making this the perfect place to get on a board.

$20 Rental & Lesson

This month only, a ski and snowboard rental and 1-hour group lesson is only $20. With this deal, there has never been a better time to learn how to ride. Valid Monday-Thursday only. Advanced reservations requested.


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Crystal Mountain ~ Winter Trails Day ~ January 6, 2024

Crystal Mountain - Cross-Country Winter Trails Day

Free Lessons

Winter Trails Day offers children and adults new to snow sports the chance to try cross country skiing for FREE, and to discover the great fitness and social benefits with this easy-to-learn winter sport. This free 1-hour clinic includes a lesson and rental equipment.

Time: Begins at 1pm. Clinic is 1-hour.

Only 16 spaces available! Advanced reservations are required. Sign up begins December 1, 2023. Please call the Cross Country Center to register, 888-968-7686 ext. 4150.


Save on Nordic Skiing

If you’re already comfortable on a pair of Nordic skis, enjoy 50% off equipment rentals and trail passes on January 6! Visit the Cross Country Center to get started.

*Cross Country skiing is weather dependent. If our trails need more snow, please join us at the Cross Country Learning Center to learn more about Nordic skiing!

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Crystal Mountain – Women’s Ski Clinic with Lisa Densmore – January 10 -11, 2015


Grab the girls and hit the slopes! Crystal Mountain will be featuring a Women’s Ski Clinic led by Lisa Densmore, a widely acclaimed coach, instructor and ski racer, and assisted by Crystal Mountain’s top female instructors.

Participants of the Women’s Ski Clinic will enjoy:
• Ski clinics with Lisa Densmore and Crystal Mountain’s top women instructors
• Two days of lift tickets for Saturday and Sunday, January 10-11, 2015
• Two lunches
• Saturday cocktail reception

Clinic Itinerary

Saturday, January 10

8am: Check-in at Arctic Bay
8:30am: Welcome, “Trends in Ski Gear” presentation by Lisa Densmore
9am: Groups proceed to ski demo area
9:30am: On-hill skiing
11am: On-hill video
11:30am: Indoor video analysis
Noon: Lunch
Noon: Switch demo skis
1pm: On-hill skiing
2:30pm: On-hill video
3pm: Indoor video analysis
3:30pm: Return demo skis
5pm: Apres-ski “Boot Camp” panel, party & Cocktail Reception – Lisa moderates a panel with boot experts. Participants are encouraged to discuss boot fittings, technology, styling and performance.
7pm: Dinner with Lisa Densmore in the Thistle Pub & Grille*
*Dinner with Lisa Densmore is optional and is not included in the program price.

Sunday, January 11

8:30am: Presentation: “Skiing Gates 101”
9am: Groups proceed to ski demo area
9:30am: On-hill skiing
11am: On-hill video
11:30am: Indoor video analysis
Noon: Lunch
Noon: Switch demo skis
1pm: On-hill skiing
2:30pm: On-hill video
3pm: Indoor video analysis
3:30pm: Return demo skis. Farewell apres-ski party, Poster-signing, Door prizes.

Clinic Cost

Saturday and Sunday:
• $466 per person
• $366 per Season Passholder

Saturday Only:
• $246 per person

Sunday Only:
• $220 per person

When booking your clinic, please inform your Reservation Agent if you are a Season Passholder

Reservations are required for the clinic.
Please call (855) 995-5146 to reserve your spot today!

Lodging Specials

All clinic participants are eligible for reduced room rates from January 9-January 11, with rates starting at $179 per unit, per night.

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Crystal Mountain ~ World Snow Day Celebration ~ January 21, 2024

In celebration of World Snow Day, Crystal Mountain is offering a variety of activities geared to introduce “first timers” to the great world of snow.

Learn

12pm – 4pm: View a Snow Gun and Groomer up close! Located on the slopes behind the Crystal Center.
1pm: Cross Country Presentation – Meet at the Cross Country Learning Center. Free to join!
2pm: Snowshoeing Presentation – Meet at Park at Water’s Edge. Free to join!
3pm: Adults & Kids Ski and Snowboard Presentation – Meet at the Learning Area outside the Mountain Adventure Zone. Free to join!


Enjoy

12 – 4pm: Scavenger Hunt – Pick up clues at the Park at Water’s Edge. Free to participate!


Experience

Call or visit the Park at Water’s Edge for rentals, to reserve your space or to learn additional information. Call 231-378-2238 . Rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ice Skating – $12 per person for 1-hour rental.

Fat Tire Snow Bikes – $20 per person for 1-hour rental.

Snowshoeing – $15 per person for 1-hour rental.

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