Winters in New Hampshire often provides us with variable weather conditions, sometimes within the same day, or even within several hours. Proper outdoor winter attire is recommended.

It is best to dress in layers, allowing you to add or remove clothing as conditions and temperature change. 

Clothing checklist:

• A moisture wicking base layer made of synthetic material.  Stay away from cotton as it holds moisture that will eventually make your child feel cold. 
• A lightweight wool sweater, fleece, or turtleneck.
• A single pair of medium weight wool or synthetic socks.
• An outer layer consisting of a warm waterproof or water repellent winter jacket, and ski or snowboard pants.
• Waterproof gloves or mittens.  Fleece is not recommended. 
• A face covering, googles or sunglasses.   
• We always recommend wearing a helmet, but if choosing not to wear one, a winter hat will help keep warm.
• Sport Thoma Retail located in the base area offers all the accessories and necessities you may need to keep you comfortable on the slopes.

Dress your children for the outdoors, following the same guidelines outlined above.

If you are taking a skiing or snowboarding lesson, you should plan on meeting your instructor no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the start of your lesson - this is for all children and adult lessons.  If you or your child is renting equipment, please plan on arriving at least 45 minutes prior to the start of the lesson, to allow ample time to pick up equipment. 

For tubing and Mountain Adventure Park tickets, please plan on arriving no earlier than 15 minutes to the start of your scheduled time.  

At Cranmore, our goal is to create a lifelong passion for skiing and snowmaking, all while building self-esteem, in a safe and fun learning environment.  Our professional instructors look forward to sharing their love for winter and their enthusiasm for teaching.  With each  ski or snowboard lesson, you will learn skills leaving you looking forward to your next time on snow. 

Private, Small Group Friends and Family lessons, Adult First Time Packages, and KidsRule Mountain Camps are available for the 2021/2022 season.  Lessons must be booked in advance, online or over the phone.  Same-day or walkup reservations may not available.  

At Cranmore we are all about helping kids learn to ski.  Our goal through our kids skiing and snowboarding lessons is to build a lifetime of enjoyment that comes from learning to ski or snowboard, in a fun and safe learning environment.  We’re here to get your child ready for snow no matter what their ability level, whether your children are just starting out, or have been on snow before.

Private learn to ski and snowboard lessons and KidsRule Mountain Camps are available for the 2021/22 winter season.  Lessons must be booked in advance, online, or over the phone.  Same day and walk-up reservations may not be available. 

If you have made reservations for an Adult Learn to Ski or Snowboard lesson, you should proceed to the main Ticket Office to pick up tickets prior to the start of your lesson time.   If you are renting equipment, arrive at the 10th Mountain Pavilion to pick up all tickets and equipment.  Please allow ample time to pick up equipment prior to the start of your lesson.  

When you have your equipment and tickets, go to colored flags in front of the deck of Zip’s Pub, no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the start of your lesson, to meet your instructor. 

If the reservations are for a Kids Lesson or I Wanna Ski or Snowboard, all of their ticketing and equipment will be available at The Arlberg Children's Center. To access the Children's Center: as you approach the resort on Skimobile Road, turn left on Old Bartlett Road then take your third right onto North Chair Road. Look for directional signage pointing you to the Center. All services related to your child's camp will take place in this one building – tickets, rentals, etc. Other family members may also purchase tickets or redeem online purchases there as well for convenience. If you purchased an adult and kid's lesson, all of these items are available for pick-up at the Children's Center.

Please note that the area in front of the Center is for drop off only – no long term parking. Note that the Arlberg Children's Center is used exclusively for children's programs. For the safety and security of our campers, the building is not available for public use. Again, we recommend arriving at least 45 minutes before your scheduled lesson time, to allow adequate time for the rental process, and to allow your children to get comfortable with their new surroundings and our staff.

As you approach the resort on Skimobile Road, turn left on Old Bartlett Road then take your third right onto North Chair Road. Look for directional signage pointing you to the Center. All services related to your child's camp will take place in this one building – tickets, rentals, etc. Other family members may also purchase tickets or redeem online purchases there as well for convenience. Please note that the area in front of the Center is for drop off only – no long term parking. Note that the Arlberg Children's Center is used exclusively for children's programs  for safety and security reasons - it is not a base lodge for public use.

Please arrive at least 45 minutes before your child's lesson starts if they are renting equipment.   If you already have equipment please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior.