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Ski
Camp Checklist
By
Heather Burke
Photography
Greg Burke
- Call the ski resort in advance to reserve
ski camp, as programs tend to fill up on holidays and weekends.
- Ask
exactly what is included in the price (lessons, equipment, snacks, lunch,
etc.).
- Reserve
ski equipment* if needed.
- Learn
hours of drop off and pick up and be on time. This will maximize your
child’s learning experience, giving you the best value and the most
time to make some turns yourself.
- Pack
a change of clothes, extra hat, mittens, snow boots, etc.
- Label
everything with your child’s name, especially their equipment.
- Write
down important info about your child including any allergies, contact
names and numbers, etc.
- Be
prepared to fill out lengthy registration forms at check in, or ask
if forms are available on-line or can be faxed to you in advance.
- Accurately
and honestly describe your child’s ability level to the instructor.
Don’t push then into a class they are not ready for.
- At
the end of the session, ask the instructor for your child’s ski report
card and inquire about what level they recommend next.
* If you only plan to ski a
few times this winter, you need not spend $200 outfitting your child
with brand new equipment. Most programs offer
state of the art rentals for an added fee of $10-$17 and some
include it in the lesson price. Your child will have the right size
every time, and reduce the amount of gear you must lug around.
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