NASTC -ARC Ski Day
15 Feb 2012, Posted by in Latest NewsSaturday, February 11th, was a great day for NASTC, it was spent on the snow with the kids from the Adventure Risk Challenge (ARC) program at Sugarbowl. The kids from ARC don’t have many opportunities to get out and do fun stuff like learn how to ski. It was an honor for NASTC to be able to help out and give these kids an opportunity to experience the sport of skiing. It was my first time skiing with sophomores in High school that have never skied before. It was great to share my knowledge and experience with the kids and give them something that they can use for years to come.
In the beginning of the lesson most of the kids had never stepped foot on snow, much less with skis on, so they all felt a little uneasy. After a few small drills NASTC Trainer, Kim Mann and myself got them on the chairlift for their first ride. After the first scary ride up the kids had a great first run and wanted more. We proceeded to do laps and get the kids comfortable on the snow.
It made my day when I had multiple kids come up and tell me how much fun they are having and how they would love to do this again. I remember that feeling when I first learned how to ski and it was great. Being presented a challenge and being able to conquer that challenge is a great feelling. All the kids had a challenge learning how to ski that day and it was great to see that every run they took they felt better and better on their skis.
I was so proud to represent NASTC and introduce the great sport of skiing to a great group of kids. I would love more opportunities in the future to work with ARC again and give the kids another chance to get on the snow.
Jake Zolynsky