Skimail: Ten tips for beginners during "Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month"

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10 tips for first-time skiers January is "Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month," which means resorts all over New England are offering special deals on lessons and rentals. If you know someone looking to learn how to ski or ride, check out these 10 tips for first-timers from local ski school instructors. Follow us on Twitter For the latest conditions, weather, deals, and more, join the discussions at twitter.com/BostonSkiUpdate SEARCH BY STATE Vermont New Hampshire Massachusetts Connecticut Maine Rhode Island Friends don't teach friends how to ski There are plenty of reasons to let the pros teach your friend, and only one reason to try and teach them yourself – if you want to send your friendship downhill quickly. Basic training Having children slide around on snow is one thing. Teaching them how to control their speed, turn, and stop is something else entirely.
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