VNC will offer ski lessons in both skating and classic skiing at 11 am and 1 pm. Meet at Madden Corners (about 400 yards downhill from the trailhead) at about 10 to 15 minutes before the lesson time to find the group you are interested in. We will have classic, intro skate and intermediate skate classes. We will also have cookies!

Skiers must provide their own equipment. HOWEVER, Pine Needle Mountaineering and Backcountry Experience are offering free rentals for people taking lessons. This is on a first-come first-served basis starting 3:00 pm Friday. Equipment must be returned Saturday afternoon or early Sunday, or you can pay nto rent and practice your new skills on Sunday!

PRID Day-Use Permit:

To park at the trailhead you need a PRID Recreation Permit. A daily pass is $6 (plus a service fee). They are available here: PRID Daily Recreation Permit In case the link doesn’t work the URL is: https://www.pineriverirrigationdistrict.com/recreation-user-day-use-permit-per-vehicle

You can also purchase one at the trailhead Saturday morning.

Demo Days: Local shops and Fischer, Rossignol and Salomon ski reps will have equipment to try. VNC will offer ski lessons/clinics in both skating and classic skiing to anyone interested.