Last Year's Learn a Snow Sport Month

January 2009 was the first annual Learn a Snow Sport Month at ski resorts, nordic centers, and state and national parks all over the U.S. Resorts in 23 states offered special packages for those looking to learn to alpine ski or snowboard. On January 10, 2009, 80 resorts across the country hosted free events to learn to snowshoe or cross country ski.

Those who already participate in snow sports were encouraged to do their friends a huge favor and bring them along! We think that introducing friends to a fun, feel good winter sport is one of the best gifts you can give them. Plus, there's nothing better than seeing your super-competitive friend fall over ten times in one day on the bunny slope.