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This is one of the premier ski destinations in New York, attracting people from all over the state and across the country border. They hold open race days and welcome kids and adults for the event. Everyone must wear helmets so it is a safe, fun event. You can pay $5 for two runs or just $10 for unlimited runs. There are prizes for the event and you can sign up at the Ski School Desk in the Wax House.

Those who want to take ski lessons can do so for a very affordable rate. Private lessons are $37 and if you bring a friend with you, they pay only $20. There are class lessons available too, which cost only $20. A package deal is available for three private lessons for $100. All lessons run for one hour, unless there are more than two people, in which case allow for an extra half hour. Kids seven and up can participate in lessons, or under 7 they can sign up for special Children's Program lessons. There are no age restrictions on private lessons.

For an extra deal, you can combine lessons and lift tickets for both snowboarding and skiing. A beginner lesson, ski rental, and beginner area lift ticket is $32 on holidays and weekend, and $32 on weekdays. If you want a lesson and all area lift ticket, the cost is $49 to $62. If you need to rent a snowboard or boots, add $6 to the costs listed.

Children's lesson programs include the SKIwee program, Snow Ridge's flagship program for kids age 5 through 10. Professional Ski Instructors of America teach the course and it combines props, creative imagery, safe teaching, and games to make the learning fun, interesting, and educational. This is a great way for little kids to be introduced to skiing, and it just may instill a lifelong love of the sport in your child. This program is available any time the Ridge is open. Kids are provided with instruction, activities, and a lift ticket, all for less than $60. A book of five SKIwee coupons is $200.

If you have children younger than five who want to learn to ski, they can enroll in the Snow Puppies program. This teaches 3 and 4 year olds the basics of snow safety, snow play indoors, and ski activities. The purpose of this program is to get the littlest kids interested in skiing, even if they are not ready yet to hit the slopes. This also provides a great way to keep kids occupied while parents ski.

If you plan to stay in town, there are plenty of options. The Alger Place, the Allegro Guest House, The Butterscotch House Bed and Breakfast, and the Camp Aldersgate are all nearby. There are also several other options. Pine ridge has events all year long, so even if the snow has melted, you can still head to the Ridge for music and fun. Chair lift rides are available all year long, so whether you are there for the music or the views, you can experience it all, all year long!