HOLIDAY VALLEY RESORT

Demo Day 2008

Come to Holiday Valley on Saturday, December 20th for the Annual Demo Day. Demo Day is the best place to try out the latest ski and snowboard equipment on the market. Ski & Snowboard professionals will be on site to help find the right equipment to fit your style . Major brands like K2, Elan, Rossignol, Salomon, Atomic, Volkl, Dynastar, Goode ... Just to name a few.

So put Demo Day on your calendar and come out to join in on the fun! Demo Day is free. Lift ticket required and credit card for deposit. Base of Mardi Gras from 9 AM to 3 PM

Looking for the perfect Holiday Gift?

Give your family/friends/co-workers a gift that they really want! We make it easy for you with Holiday Valley Gift Cards, the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Here are some suggestions...a day of golf, golf & lodging packages, lift tickets, learn to ski or snowboard packages, children’s ski or snowboard lessons, a day at the Holiday Valley Tubing Co., high performance rentals, Mountain Shop certificates, or even a romantic wintertime getaway. We customized your Gift Card for exactly what you want.
Now you can relax, enjoy the holidays and have plenty of time for great skiing and riding! You can purchase a Holiday Valley Gift Card in Customer Service in the Resort Services Center, call 716.699.2345 or go online to www.holidayvalley.com.

Taking Your Kids to the Slopes
...tips for Mom & Dad!

So here is a scenario for an ideal day on the slopes ... you wake refreshed from a good night’s sleep, meet the family in the kitchen for a good breakfast and hop in the already-packed car for the drive to Holiday Valley.

Your kids occupy themselves quietly and never once ask, “Are we there yet? You arrive in plenty of time for Ski School, with all of your gear in order. Your kids happily meet their instructor and the other kids in class and wave you off saying, “Thanks Mom and have a great day on the slopes!”
No, this is not a chapter from the “Stepford Children”. With some good planning, preparation and practice, it really could happen! Here’s a few FAQ’s to help you on your way...

Q: What should my kids wear for Ski School?
A: All that really matters is that they are comfortable. That means warm, but not too warm, and dry. The outside layer should be an insulated waterproof, wind resistant material top and bottom. One pair of good quality wool or synthetic material socks is enough to keep feet warm. Mittens are much warmer than gloves, and make sure they are waterproof and have a good cuff to keep out the snow. Goggles are important because they keep faces warm and shade the eyes from snow and sun. A neckwarmer helps keep heat in and snow out. A helmet or hat...that is your decision, just be sure it fits properly and covers the ears. Your kids can be creative with the inside layers...spiderman pj’s or ballet tutu, as long as they are comfortable and happy.

Q: How do we prepare for a trip to the slopes?
A: This topic covers physical as well as mental preparation. If your kids are excited about skiing and taking a lesson (that means being away from you), the rest is easy. Remember, everyone is different, and some kids are ready before others. Make a reservation by calling 716-699-3505. You’ll need a credit card, your child’s age, ability, whether they will be skiing or snowboarding and if they need rentals. There is no penalty if you cancel with at least 24 hours notice. Make a check list of all the necessities (mitts, goggles, hat, etc.). Each child can have their own special bag that they prepare and load in the car the night before. Get plenty of rest, and wake up in time to have a full breakfast. Fuel in the body is key to staying warm! Plan to arrive at Holiday Valley about an hour before class time so you have time to park the car, have a bathroom break and register without a last minute rush. There is a 5 minute drop off zone at the top of the steps above the Creekside Lodge. When it’s time to say good by, be cheerful and confident knowing that your kids are about to learn a lifetime sport in the hands of well trained and caring instructors.

Q: What about lunch?
A: Lunch is included in the all day sessions. Hot lunches are served Monday through Friday. Sandwiches are served weekends and holidays. Special dietary needs can be accommodated. Please let us know when you register.

Q: When and how do I pick up my kids from Mountain Adventure Class?
A: The pick up zone is at the base of the School Haus area, just outside the creekside Lodge. Allow some extra time to go over your child’s progress card with the instructor and find what they learned and what they can practice.

To find the right lesson for your child as well as lesson times and rates, call Creekside Lodge at 716-699-2345 ext. 4424. So now you know with a little planning and preparation you can introduce your kids to a fun activity that they can enjoy for a lifetime!

 

THE PHOENIX ADAPTIVE PROGRAMGETS UNDER WAY THIS WEEK-END

After last weekend's intense onsite, on-snow training, Director of the Phoenix Adaptive Ski Program, Charles Richardson, adaptive ski instructors and volunteers are ready to embark on a truly rewarding and fun experience in helping some truly extraordinary individuals enhance their lives through snowsports! This close knit group of capable instructors, volunteers and parents play a valuable roll in making success a reality for the special needs students. Adaptive snowsports teaching a world of its own; the instructors face and meet the daily challenges, with TLC, control, and a dose of sternness needed to demonstrate to students with physical or mental challenges that success can be theirs - they can achieve their goals and participate in the exhilaration of snowsports just like everyone else.