Drive: I-15 north, east 9000 s, up Little Cottonwood Cyn to Alta Ski Resort at the end of the road, lower parking lot. Meet in front of the Ski School.
Activity:
Downhill Skiing Clinic - ski down to the free Snow Pine lift. Discuss 6 ski techniques:
getting into skis, sliding/getting up from a fall, wedge stop, wedge turn, hands on
outside turning leg, bringing uphill ski in during turns (optional - skiing backwards)
Gear: Downhill skiis, poles, boots, helmet, long sleeve synthetic shirt, liner pants, ski pants, ski coat, gloves, hat, goggles, sunscreen
Rentals: Downhill ski package ($17 BYU Outdoors Unlimited, $18 with helmet UVU
Outdoor Adventure Center)
Helmet ($6 BYU Outdoors Unlimited)
Itinerary:
1130-230 pm - Review ski techniques
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