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*****Ski the Difference ~ SKI PINERIDGE!*****
All events are weather dependent! Always call ahead to check our latest conditions. Some events require advance registration and have limited participation. Register early! We'd be happy to organize a guided snow shoe hike, ski tour or special event for your group!
OCTOBER
Trails Day at Pineridge
Saturday 10/27 9am - noon
*Help clear trails of limbs and debris from summer storms while hiking our trails
*Work together with Pineridge staff and friends of Pineridge
*Lunch and refreshments will be served at 12:00 pm
*Reservations required, email information@pineridgexc.com or call 283-3652
Annual Open House
Sat. & Sun., 10/27 & 10/28 10am - 3pm
*Take advantage of preseason sale on new X-ski packages
*Purchase your junior season rentals and Season Pass
*Hike our 50k of signed trails
*Check out the trail improvements
*See the many new bridges and water control
*Enjoy complimentary refreshments while visiting with Pineridge staff
*Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy in our Northern Zone picnic area
*Visit our new snowshoe trail through Mogul Twister and enjoy the views of Mt. Greylock in MA and Taconic Range along the NY/VT border
*Hike the back country ski trails in Solitude
DECEMBER
School Closings Due to Snow
Throughout Pineridge Ski Season
*Dig out and go skiing
*Pineridge parking lots will be plowed ~ grooming in progress
*Teens ski and rent at under 12 rates
*12 year olds and under rent for ½ price
Children/Families Learn to Ski
Saturday's Beginning in December 9am
*4 week program for children grades 2 and up and their families
*Discounted package includes rental, group lesson, and area use ticket
*Download enrollment form at our website www.pineridgexc.com or call 283-3652
*No program on December 22 or 29
Children's Introductory Ski Day
Saturday 12/1
*Children 12 and under ski free
*Free lessons at 11am, reservations required - call 283-3652
*A great way to introduce children to cross-country skiing
*Rentals available
JANUARY
Pineridge Ski Fest
Sat. and Sun., 1/5 and 1/6
*Free lessons for beginners at 11am and 1pm - reduced rental rates
*Snowshoe Race - 3km, $5 registration fee 10:30 am. Snowshoe rentals available for $10 on Saturday
*Free xc downhill clinic by experienced Ski School Staff at 12:00 pm on Saturday & Sunday
*XC Ski Race - Traditional Classic 5km, $5 registration fee 12:30pm on Sunday
*Advance reservations required for all Ski Fest events - 283-3652
Winter Trails 2007 Celebration
Saturday 1/5
Free rentals and trail use (for first time skiers and snowshoers only. Limited equipment available, first come, first served) from 2:30 pm on, advance reservation required, 283-3652
*Lesson available at 2:45 pm with advance registration
Women's Learn to Ski Day
Monday, 1/7, 11:30 am
*Rent skis and get a free lesson - beginner, novice and intermediate.
*Half price lesson with your own equipment. Minimum 3 participants.
*Area use ticket purchase and reservation required, call 283-3652
Snowshoe Hike to Perigo Mountain
Saturday 1/19 10:30 am
*3 - 4 hour hike led by Pineridge instructor, requires moderate level of fitness
*Climbing elevation 1,891 feet
*View of the Catskills, Maycomber Mountain in NY, Mt. Greylock in MA, and the Albany area
*$25/person which includes snowshoe rental, $14/person without rental
*Advance reservation required - call 283-3652
Moonlight Snowshoe/Ski Tours
January full moon
*Exact dates to be announced - inquire in the ski lodge, call 283-3652
*Usually 2 or 3 days before the full moon
*Snowshoe tour leaves at 7pm, ski tour leaves at 7:15pm
*Moonlit and lighted trails, bonfire on the landing
Guided Back Country Ski Tour
Saturday, 1/26 10:30am
*A 3 - 4 hour, 10 - 15k trip for intermediate and advanced skiers
*$20/person which includes area use after the tour; Rentals available if needed
*Advance reservations required - call 283-3652
Historic Snowshoe Hike
Sunday, 1/27 10:30am
*2 - 3 hour hike led by Pineridge instructor; beginners welcome
*Visit old farm site, mill dam, ice house, and hike the Troy-to-Hoosick Road of the late 1700's
*$25/person which includes snowshoe rental, $12/person without rental
*Pack a snack, beverage and wear warm clothing
*Advance reservations required - call 283-3652
FEBRUARY
Women's Skill Building Days
Monday, 2/4, 11:30 am
*Rent skis and get a free lesson - take your skiing to the next level
*Half price lesson with your own equipment. Minimum 3 participants.
*Area use ticket purchase and reservation required - 283-3652
*Bring lunch and plan to make a day of it!
Moonlight Snowshoe/Ski Tours
February full moon
*Exact dates to be announced - inquire in the ski lodge, call 283-3652, or go to www.prineridgexc.com
*Usually 2 or 3 days before the full moon
*Snowshoe tour leaves at 7pm, ski tour leaves at 7:15pm
*Moonlit and lighted trails, bonfire on the landing
Children Learn To Ski Week
Tues.-Fri, 2/19-22 (School Vacation)
*For children ages 6 - 12, Get a $116 value for only $25.
*Sign up on Tuesday for 4 full days of discounted skiing, rentals and lessons
*$25/child includes free rentals and skiing for all 4 days
*Also includes lessons on Tues., Wed., and Thurs. at 11am,
*Lessons progressively more challenging as the children gain skills
*Parents may purchase a special 4-day area use for $40 (a $56 value)
MARCH
March events being planned or under consideration
*Spring into Spring
*Pineridge Trail Creatures
*5 Km Fun Snowshoe Race
*Children's Ski Jumping Contest
*****Ski the Difference ~ SKI PINERIDGE!*****
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