VISITING the snow with your family for the first time can be a very exciting and somewhat overwhelming experience.
Whether you're introducing your kids to the snow or the whole family is seeing snow for the first time, these tips will help you create long lasting memories of the perfect first family snow trip.
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
The weather can change quickly in the mountains so check the forecast on the Falls Creek app and make sure you and your little one's are dressed appropriately.
Dressing in layers can help you stay warm, without overheating, when on the slopes and don't forget the sunscreen!
Pick up your rentals early
Save time in the morning by collecting your rentals the afternoon before your first day on the slopes.
This will also give children the chance to familiarise themselves with all the new equipment and gear before they hit the slopes for the first time.
Outsource teaching your kids to professionals
Avoid any chances of family conflict and leave the teaching to trained professionals.
The Falls Creek Snowsports School ski and snowboard instructors will ensure your child has a great first–time experience on the mountain in a fun and safe environment – while you can learn in your own lesson or hit the slopes yourself.
Group lessons are a good place to start and will introduce your child to new friends.
Or you can book a private lesson to learn together as a family.
Stick to appropriate terrain
Experiencing skiing or boarding for the first time is exciting, but make sure the whole family sticks to appropriate terrain for their ability.
Falls Creek has progression perfect terrain which means you'll have no problems finding friendly slopes to learn your first turns on before working your way up to blue and advanced runs.
Save some energy to explore the village!
Exploring the Falls Creek village can be just as exciting as adventures on the mountain.
Keep an eye out for the weekly events such as Twilight Tuesdays and the Thursday Firework Fiesta.
Watchc the skifalls.com.au website to see what's on during your trip.
