Beginner's Guide
Beginner's Learning Hub
Watch & Learn: How to Ski & Snowboard
How to Ski - Part 1
How to Ski - Part 2
How to Ski - Part 3
How to Snowboard - Part 1
How to Snowboard - Part 2
How to Snowboard - Part 3
Your Ski Day Basics
What to Bring
Layers and good waterproof gear are alway a good idea on the mountain. Things to consider packing/wearing: snow pants, coat (or waterproof shell with liner), helmet, goggles, gloves, hat, neck warmer, warm socks.
Where to Go When You Arrive
After parking, head to the front of the building located just before the triple chairlift. There is a door that says ticketing which is where you will go to begin your journey.
Dining at the Resort
Nordic Mountain has two options for dining, located separately from the ticketing and rental building. The lower level of the dining area is the cafe area which includes snacks and quick bites to eat such as cafeteria style pizza, chicken tenders, fries, etc. Nordy's Pub is located on the upper level. It is a sit down, service dining option with an extensive menu and bar.
Your Responsibility: Know The Code
Skiing and snowboarding can be enjoyed in many ways. At ski areas, you may see people using alpine, snowboard, telemark, cross country and other specialized ski equipment, such as that used by disabled or other skiers. Regardless of how you decide to enjoy the slopes, always show courtesy to others and be aware that there is risk in skiing that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce.
- Observe the code and do your part in making it great skiing experience for everyone.
- Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
- People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.
- Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
- Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
- You must prevent runaway equipment.
- Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.
- Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
- You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.
- Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.
Officially endorsed by: National Ski Areas Association
Smart Style Terrain Park Safety
The National Ski Areas Association and Burton Snowboards would like to welcome you to the “Smart Style” Terrain Park Safety initiative. This venture has been a cooperative effort to continue the proper use and progression of terrain parks at mountain resorts, while also delivering a unified message that is clear, concise, and effective.
We believe the “Smart Style” message along with existing safety messages will help to heighten the sense of education and awareness about the proper use of terrain parks in a way that is not hard to deliver or understand.
The more people we can educate and get involved to help to spread the knowledge, the better!
Schmitz Brother's Code of Conduct
While you are with us, you are expected to comply with the following:
- Respect each other as well as our employees; verbal abuse of other guests or our employees will not be tolerated.
- Fighting, horseplay, taunting, offensive language or threatening remarks & gestures will not be tolerated.
- Do not create disruption with behavior that is unruly, disruptive or illegal.
- Weapons are not allowed on the premises, including knives with blades longer than 3 1/2 inches.
- Intoxication or other signs of alcohol impairment that result in irresponsible behavior will not be tolerated.
- While skiing or riding on the hill, all guests will comply with YOUR RESPONSIBILITY CODE and the Wisconsin Alpine Sports Act.
- Follow instructions from employees regarding operations and procedures.
Any Guest who fails to comply with the Terms of Sale, including without limitation those listed above, may at the discretion of Schmitz Brothers Resorts have their Ticket or Season Pass revoked or confiscated with no refund of any amount paid therefor. Upon such revocation or confiscation, the applicable Guest and all members of their party shall have no right to remain in, on, or about the Property. We reserve the right to ban such individuals from future admission to all or any of our Properties.
Safety While On The Slopes
Take a lesson
Like anything, you’ll improve the most when you receive some guidance. The best way to become a good skier or snowboarder is to take a lesson from a qualified instructor.
The key to successful skiing/snowboarding is control
To have it, you must be aware of your stance, technique, the terrain and the skiers/snowboarders around you. Be aware of the snow conditions and how they can change. As conditions turn firm, the skiing gets hard and fast. Begin a run slowly.
Drink plenty of water
Be careful not to become dehydrated.
Know your limits
Learn to ski and snowboard in control. Stop before you become fatigued and, most of all have fun. If you’re tired, take a break.
You’ve arrived. You’re geared up and have a lift ticket. Now what? Go get a trail map at the base lodge or lift-ticket window. Take a few minutes to check it out. The lifts and the trails are marked on the map. The colored symbols next to the trails are the keys to enjoying your first few days on the slopes. Their shape and color indicate the difficulty of the trail.
Green Circle: Beginner
Blue Square: Intermediate
Black Diamond: Expert
Double-Black Diamond: Expert Only, use extra caution
Orange Oval: Freestyle Terrain