Lessons

We provide regular-season rates; holiday rates are higher.

Group lessons: $45 for a 2.5-hour morning lesson. Afternoon sessions are offered at select times.

First-timer package: First-time skiers and snowboarders get a full-day group lesson, beginner lift ticket and rentals for $104. The resort guarantees you'll be able to ski or snowboard from the top of the mountain after two lessons or the next lesson is free. Reservations recommended.

Snowboarders also can join the Burton Learn to Ride Program, an all-day lesson with lift ticket and rentals for $104.

Private lessons: $169 for two hours; $249 for three hours; $419 for a full day. A Family & Friends Private for up to four people costs $219 for two hours; $299 for three hours; $499 for a full day. Reservations recommended; call (970) 385-2169.

Special programs: The resort offers clinics for snowboarding, racing, telemark skiing and mogul techniques. Call ahead for details, or check with the Resort Concierge desk. Clinics and daily events are announced on the daily snow report and posted with the list of groomed trails throughout the resort and on shuttles.

The Adaptive Sports Association (970-385-2175, Nov.–April) runs one of the nation's leading adaptive skiing programs here. Programs include lift ticket, adaptive equipment and lessons for the visually, physically or mentally impaired.

Racing: NASTAR racing occurs daily next to the Paradise Freestyle Arena. Skiers can also opt for self-timed racing for $1 per run.