Word: skiing
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Dates: during 1990-1990
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SADDLEBACK SKI AREA...
Directions: 2 1/2 hrs. Interstate 95North to Portland, Exit 8 to Rte. 302 West, follow302 West to Bridgton. Ski area is 6 miles west ofBridgton...
...SKI WINDHAM...
...instructor will spend time familiarizing you with the feeling of your equipment. You'll walk around on a flat surface with your skis on, just to understand that feeling. You'll then start off on an easy slope, which should build your confidence as you work up to higher levels. After your lesson, you'll want to work on reinforcing what you've just learned. Don't get cocky and take "the wall." You will only be developing "survival" techniques to compensate for things you haven't learned yet. This will lead to bad habits, which are hard to break...
...equipment is concerned, the ski lodge personnel are generally busy, and often cannot help you properly fit equipment. Visit a local ski shop, where trained professionals can assist you. Often these shops offer cheap rentals packages as well. Also, it's best not to be taken in by trends. Don't buy skis because they are pink and look nice. Before you invest, make sure you like the sport, and that the equipment you buy is suited to your ability level...