Quebec Ski Areas Give Tips For Starting The Season

The new year brings its share of resolutions and challenges that we set for ourselves. At the top of the list are often wishes such as taking care of yourself, being more physically active, adopting better lifestyle habits, etc. However, winter is a time when physical activity is greatly reduced among Quebecers. In spite of the mild weather that Mother Nature is bringing to Quebec, the Quebec Ski Areas Association reminds us that ski areas are equipped to make snow and offer a white playground on the mountain and this is why it invites the population to take advantage of the joys of winter now. 

How to do it: start skiing or snowboarding again, increase your visits to the mountain or invite a friend for a few runs on a weekday evening... Ski areas invite skiers and snowboarders to participate in getting back in shape and developing healthy lifestyle habits 

"The New Year's Day thaw may lead people to believe that the snow has disappeared from ski resorts, as is the case in large urban centers. Beware of backyards where traces of grass are appearing at the beginning of the year. The maneige.ski website allows us to see that the resorts are still active with many open trails and the webcams are there to prove it," said Josée Cusson, marketing and communications director for the organization.

My first time package

Young neophytes and adult beginners will be pleased to benefit from a special rate on initiation with the My First Time package presented by Sports Experts, which includes a ski or snowboard lesson, a complete equipment rental and access to the learning zone, for only $29.95. Reservations are required at www.boutique.maneige.ski.

Discounts on every outing

The Ski Passe-Partout offers discounts on every ski outing (at each ski resort, 2 times 30% and 3 times 25%). Sold on the maneige boutique for $49.99 plus taxes, it is available in limited quantities.

The ASSQ is a non-profit organization that represents and defends the interests of its member ski resorts, promotes the practice of snow sports and improves the quality of the product and the performance of the resorts. Established in the ski industry for over 40 years, its mandate to develop the next generation of skiers and snowboarders in Quebec is achieved mainly through the sale of financing products such as the Ski Passe-Partout. Each year, more than 50,000 young people are introduced to snow sports through the various ASSQ programs.