| Skiing has been around in one form or another for | | | | cannot put a price on the value of kids and |
| centuries, but has recently grown in popularity due | | | | parents all laughing together and having a good |
| to improvements in equipment and technique. | | | | time. |
| The first and most obvious benefit of skiing is | | | | The third benefit is that many ski resorts are |
| exercise. The natural process of getting yourself | | | | now full service facilities that provide numerous |
| down the mountain involving the use of your | | | | activities besides skiing. There are usually |
| arms and legs, and the drawing in and out of that | | | | numerous activities to choose from, with skating |
| fresh mountain air, has benefits beyond measure. | | | | leading the list. |
| You are involved in a total body workout, burning | | | | Many resorts now have full size skating rinks that |
| calories, and enjoying world class views while you | | | | can accommodate large groups of people at the |
| are working out, an unbeatable combination. | | | | same time. |
| The second benefit of skiing is the social aspect. | | | | Tubing is another popular winter activity that can |
| Here is one sport where everyone can ski | | | | be enjoyed by the whole family. Most North |
| together, even for just a couple of runs, and | | | | American ski resorts offer other amenities such |
| spend some family time together. In these days, | | | | as horse drawn sleighs, and night skiing. |
| where kids, especially teen-agers, have their own | | | | In this day and age where kids can be insulated |
| activities, where it can be tough to get the whole | | | | by video games and television, skiing can be one |
| family involved. | | | | form of activity that can bring the family back |
| Skiing provides a venue for family interaction. You | | | | together again. |