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Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month

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Event: Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month

Date: Every January. Ski slopes and areas offer free or reduced-rate lessons and ski packages for beginning and experienced skiers and snowboarders.

Location: Ski areas in 32 U.S. states

Organizer: Industry groups including the National Ski Areas Association, Professional Ski Instructors of America, Snowsports Industries America, National Ski Patrol; equipment manufacturers; ski- and snowboard-related media

What to do: The skiing and snowboarding industry puts together this annual promotion to remind us that "humans were never meant to hibernate." During Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, try skiing or snowboarding with an inexpensive lesson from a professional instructor, whether you are a complete novice or a more experienced skier or boarder who wants to learn some new skills.

For more information: Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month site

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