Veterans Memorial Recreation Area is committed to teaching kids to ski and snowboard, and to creating a lifetime love for snow sports.

Ages 5-17 Ski and Snowboard Program
Our Kids' Programs for ages 5 to 17 provide a safe and fun learning environment for little skiers and riders to develop their skills while making friends and enjoying the snowy outdoors.
What to Wear:

• Children must arrive to their lesson dressed in appropriate clothing and outerwear for a winter day outdoors: warm socks, snow pants, jacket, gloves/mittens, hat, and warm layers. Hand warmers are always a plus on cold days!

• Children must arrive fully dressed with ski or snowboard boots on.

Veterans Memorial Recreation Area program for 5 to 17 year-olds offers full- and half-day ski and ride lessons with friendly and qualified instructors. Our child-focused program provides children with a safe and fun learning environment to explore the world of skiing and riding at a comfortable pace. Helmets are required. A typical day will include approximately two hours of on-snow learning in both the morning and afternoon, for a total of four hours on snow. The program can also be done as a half day of two hours on the snow in the morning. 
Details:                              

• Age: 5 -17 years old

• Lift Ticket: Included

• Rentals: See below for rental information

• Check-In: 9am in the lodge

• Dates: Saturday and Sundays starting January 18th. 

• Reservations: Reservations are required. Please sign up by the Wednesday prior to the session date, sign ups will start on January 4th

• Programs: Full Day (four hours on-snow) and Half Day - AM or PM only (two hours on-snow)

• Lunch: children can order lunch from our snack bar for an additional fee

• Cost: $20- Full Day  $10 - Half Day

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Age 18 and Older Ski & Snowboard Lessons
Veterans Memorial Recreation Area's 18 and older program offers full and half day ski and ride lessons with friendly and qualified instructors. This program provides a well supervised, fun and exciting day of adventure on the mountain, where older kids can hone their skills! Helmets are required.  A typical day will include approximately two hours of on-snow learning in both the morning and afternoon, for four hours total on-snow time. The program can also be done as a half day of two hours on the snow in the morning. 
Details:

• Age: 18 and older

• Lift Ticket: Included

• Rentals: See below for rental information

• Check-in Location: 9am in the lodge

• Dates: Saturday and Sundays starting January 18th. 

• Reservations: Reservations are required. Please sign up by the Wednesday prior to the session date, sign ups will start on January 4th

• Programs: Full Day (four hours on-snow) and Half Day- AM or PM only (two hours on-snow)

• Lunch: not included but for purchase at our Kitchen on first floor

• Cost: $80-Full Day  $40-Half Day

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Lesson Cancellation Policy

• Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to start of ski school.

• Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to lesson, no credit or rescheduling allowed.

• To ensure we are notified of a cancellation, you may contact us at 603-203-7727 or email scottaburns.2020@gmail.com less than 24 hours before your visit. 

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Rentals

Rentals can be purchased through Piche's in Gilford prior to your lesson. 

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Rentals for Children through Piche's: 

You will also received a 20% discount thanks to a grant from the Lakes Region Children's Auction for children's rentals! 

Day rental - regular price $30, discounted price - $24 (must book minimum of one half day class to receive discount)

5-7 Day rental - regular price $150, discounted price - $120 (must book minimum of two half day classes on different dates to receive discount)

Season rental - regular price $199, discounted price - $159.20 (must book minimum of  six half day classes on different dates to receive discount)

Helmet rentals are also available through Piche's, if needed. Please book your classes with us first and your desire to rent with Piche's for your child(ren) and we will communicate with Piche's so you receive your discount. 

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Rentals for Adults through Piche's: 

Day rental - regular price $40

5-7 Day rental - regular price $200

Season rental - regular price $350

Helmet rentals are also available through Piche's, if needed.

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If you have questions, please contact Scott Burns at scottaburns.2020@gmail.com or call at 603-203-7727

We are currently looking for ski and snowboard instructors, please visit our employment and volunteer page to find out more information about employment.