Warm Up to Winter Fun

WARM UP TO Winter Fun!

The Laurel Highlands is a winter wonderland, making it a great location for a fun winter family getaway. Pennsylvania’s largest ski resort, Seven Springs Mountain Resort is a giant, snowy playground. Use this helpful itinerary to maximize your stay at the resort and to make sure you don’t miss out on any fun.

SEVEN SPRINGS TRIP

Day 1

• Check into the resort, check out your room and gear up for wintry fun.

• Stop by the rental shop to be fitted for your skis or snowboard and to purchase any last-minute items.

• Enjoy a night of snow tubing as a family. Between runs, warm up next to the fire and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate.

• Pick up a pizza, salads, breadsticks, sodas and more at The Pizza Place.

• Finish the evening with a sweet treat at Gingerbread Dreams for ice cream, cookies and fudge.

Day 2

• Fuel up at the Slopeside’s expansive breakfast buffet. Don’t miss the omelet station, Belgian waffles and bacon.

• Next stop, ski school! Seven Springs offers group, private and specialized lessons for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities.

• Head to the Ski Lodge and eat at the legendary Foggy Goggle.

• Tired of skiing? Enjoy the indoor pool or the outdoor hot tub with slopeside views.

• Hit up the bowling alley, Bear Trap Fun Zone and mini-golf course for a night of family fun.

Day 3

• Make an early morning stop at Mountain Perk for a hot cup of coffee and a fresh bagel or pastry.

• Check-out is at 11 a.m., but you can still hit the slopes for the rest of the day. Ask the friendly staff at the front desk to store your luggage until departure.

• Refresh and re-energize with a treatment at Trillium Spa.

• Before you head home, grab a burger and fries at Timbers.

• Load up the car and you’re off! After a jam-packed three days of fun, there’s no doubt that the kids will sleep like rocks on the drive home.

KIDS’ SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL

Hey parents! From reservations to packing, these helpful tips will make preparing for Seven Springs Snowsports School a breeze.

Making Reservations

• Reserve your spot early! Reservations are accepted beginning in October and lessons fill up fast.

• Before reserving, think about if your child would benefit more from a one-on-one setting or in a group program.

• The resorts’ representative will provide details about when and where to arrive, and what equipment will be available.

• Before their lesson, get your kiddo pumped up! Explain to them that they will make new friends, try something new and have a lot of fun.

Things to Pack

• Parents, don’t forget to bring your driver’s license.

• Be sure to pack waterproof mittens or gloves, snow pants, tall wool socks, goggles, a winter coat, neck warmer or scarf and a hat.

• Dress your child in layers! Synthetic, waterwicking clothing is best. Cotton will hold water and make your kiddo cold.

• Bring a dry change of clothes and comfortable shoes for pick-up.

• Hand and feet warmers to keep toasty on the mountain

What to Expect

• Arrive at the Snowsports School 40 minutes before your scheduled lesson.

• If you booked a private lesson, an instructor will take your child to be fitted for properlyfitting equipment. Helmets are available as well.

• All lessons incorporate fun-based learning, which uses sculpted snow to simulate banked turns and stopping so kids can easily learn control while having fun.

• Expect your new snow lover to want to show off what they’ve learned right away!

WINTER FUN

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