Monday, June 28, 2010

22. Learn to Snowboard

Accomplished On: Winter 2009 & Winter 2010
Despite the fact that I have nearly no coordination, I decided that I wanted to learn to snowboard.


My friend Rachel is an avid snowboarder and being that she spends almost every Saturday (during the winter season) on the slopes, I decided there was no time like the present to learn.

After one full season of planting myself on the bunny hill (while avoiding the lift at all costs), I decided that this past season would be the time to test my ability.

During my first trip to Mad River Mountain in 2010, I challenged myself to attempt a "green circle" trail. I must say, the most difficult part was getting off the lift. I did a nosedive while attempting to exit the lift, however; the trip down went better than expected. I only lost my balance once!

Throughout the remainder of the season - I continued to challenge myself; I even tried an intermediate course.

Snowboarding has become one of my favorite things to do during the Winter months. I'm so glad I decided to try this "extreme" sport - it is not only exciting but it has been one more thing to "check" off my list.

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