CLARKSTON, Mich., Dec. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Understanding the importance of winter recreational activities, Governor Jennifer Granholm has issued a proclamation declaring January as "Discover Michigan Snowsports Month."
The proclamation states in part, "Whereas, during the month of January, Michigan residents and visitors are encouraged to learn a new snowsport and take advantage of the sports that only a Michigan winter can provide."
To make it easy and affordable to try skiing or snowboarding, the Michigan Snowsports Industries Association (MSIA) offers a program called "Discover Michigan Snowsports, which includes: a beginner lesson, ski or snowboard rental equipment and a beginner-area ski lift pass or cross-country trail pass. Twenty-five ski facilities are offering the package, which is honored from January 4 through January 31, 2010. Prices are: $20 for Discover Michigan Cross-Country Skiing; $30 for Discover Michigan Downhill Skiing; and $40 for Discover Michigan Snowboarding. The program is open to everyone 7 years and older.
The lesson normally covers basic maneuvering on skis or snowboards, including stopping, turning, riding the lifts, and getting up from a fall.
To sign up, interested beginners must have a Discover Michigan Skiing Value Voucher. They are available at participating Michigan McDonald's restaurants and MSIA retail ski stores while quantities last. A printable voucher is also available online at . The voucher lists all ski facilities offering the program. Participants choose the place they wish to visit and then must call to pre-register. Program times differ from ski area to ski area.
Participating ski areas include: Apple Mountain. Big Powderhorn, Blackjack Ski Resort, Bittersweet, Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, Caberfae Peaks, Cannonsburg Ski Area, Cross Country Ski Headquarters, Hanson Hills, Indianhead Mountain, Mt. Brighton, Mt. Holiday, Mt. Holly, Muskegon Winter Sports Complex, Norway Mountain, Nubs Nob, Otsego Club & Resort, Pine Knob, Pine Mountain, Shanty Creek, Swiss Valley Ski Area, The Homestead, Timber Ridge Ski Area, and Treetops Resort.
For more information on Discover Michigan Snowsports and to view the Governor's proclamation, go to and click on Discover Michigan Skiing -- or call MSIA at (248) 620-4448.
Michigan Snowsports Industries Association
2009-12-18
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