Dec 7, 2023

Happening This Weekend

Seasonal Programs Update for December 9–10

The season is ramping up with the start of the Dev and Scouts programs this weekend. There's also important information for all program participating families. Read on for details and don't miss a beat.

Development Team & Scouts | December 9–10

Time & Location: Meet on snow at your child's group sign at 8:30AM. We'll utilize the Seasonal Programs Building for breaks and warm-ups.
Child Pick Up:
Saturdays: 3:00PM
Sundays: 1:00PM*
*Monday Holidays: Sunday pick up is 3:00PM

We do our best to accommodate requests. As we work to assign children to the best group to foster an environment of safety, fun and learning, we expect some adjustments to groups during the first few weeks of the season. We'll take into consideration individual personalities, learning styles, age, skills levels and more. We'll notify you of any changes to your child's group assignment.

Dev Team Groups Scouts Groups

Child Drop Off & Parking

Please do not leave your vehicles unattended in the drop-off zones at the resort. Please park in a designated parking spot if you intend to escort your child to the morning on-snow meet-up area.

Questions About Your Child's Evaluation?

We will do our best to accommodate your child in the seasonal programs. If you have questions, please read some helpful information below, and reach out to me to discuss.

What Ability Level is My Child?

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is, "How do I know what level skier or rider my child is?"

Many believe that their child’s ability level is in direct correlation to the terrain on which they can make it down, regardless whether in a wedge or skiing parallels. Actually, it is based on their ability to ski/ride within the mastery or performance of the basic fundamentals of skiing and riding.

Our goal is to build a progression so that each student, in their own ability and understanding, can accomplish great skiing and riding technique on a variety of terrain and trail types.

The Skier/Rider Ability chart will help give you an idea of what our coaches look for when assessing and preparing their game plan for each weekend.

Ability Chart

Seasonal Programs Manager

david.binford@loonmtn.com

New Family Orientation Follow Up

Below are some key points to be familiar with as we move into the season.

Meet On Snow

All groups meet on snow at the designated group meeting time and location

Meet at 8:30AM | Load lift at 8:45AM

If you miss your meeting time, the group makes a stop back at the Seasonal Programs Building after the first run to pick up any late arrivals

Warm Up / Breaks

We stagger times as best we can, depending on weather

Scouts
10:00–10:15AM | 1:30–1:45PM

Dev Team
10:15–10:30AM | 12:45–1:00PM (6 & 7 year-olds)
10:30–10:45AM | 1:15–1:30PM (8 & 9 year-olds)
10:45–11:00AM | 1:45–2:00PM (10–12 year-olds)
11:00–11:15AM | 2:15–2:30PM (13–15 year-olds)

Lunches

Meet at the Lunch Room, next to Boyle's Break House in the Octagon Lodge base area.

Scouts
11:00–11:30AM (access to the second floor of the Seasonal Programs Building wll be available if extra time needed)

Dev Team
11:30–12:00 (ages 7–8)
12:00–12:30 (ages 9–10)
12:30–1:00 (ages 11+)

Emergencies

Parents must be on-site

Ski Patrol: 603-745-6359

Be Prepared

Please check the forecasted weather. It's always a good idea to pack extra gloves or mittens, socks hand/feet warmers in your child's bag. Leave the bag with your child's coach, who will make it easily available.

We meet on snow in the morning and we're on snow all day, except for snack/warm-up and restroom breaks, and lunches. And we end our day on snow.

Don't Forget Waivers

If you haven't already done so, don't forget to sign your waiver in order for your child to participate in the seasonal programs. It's easy. Click the button below.

SIGN WAIVER

Allergies / Special Considerations

Please make us aware of your child's allergies, learning or developmental considerations. Epi-pens can be kept at the Seasonal Programs Building or with the participant.