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Beginner Trails

8/31/2009 12:00:00 AM by Dave Tragethon in Trails Blog | 6 comments

Green Circle - 15% of the terrain at Mt. Hood Meadows Ski ResortThey were the first runs we ventured on when we were first figuring our how to negotiate down a snow covered hill. Filled with excitement, wonder and awe; heightened by the pure thrill of it all, these green trails hold a special place in our minds and our hearts. We would not have advanced to the blue and black signed runs had it not been for friendly green.

Share your story. What's your favorite beginner run at Meadows - and why?

6 Comments

  1. Greg F

    October 17, 2009

    My favorite beginner run would probably have to be mitchell creek. I love the layout of it and when its really snowy, going into the creek itself. Overall, best green :)

  2. Cale S.

    December 30, 2009

    i gotta say that my favorite double black has gotta be heather canyon! withoutta doubt! it has cliffs, awesome snow, all the time. and the sheer exilleration i get everytime i think about taking it. I can't sleep at night because I'm so excited about hitting it up the next day! Shred Hard!

  3. mayola

    January 6, 2010

    this is my first real season snowboarding after three beginner's lessons last year. now with a season pass and my own gear i'm hooked. have spent a lot of time on buttercup getting the hang of it, but will never forget my first trip up vista express (on dec 23 i think)....took a lot to convince myself to try it. the view is unbelievable! i think i sat at the top for about half an hour taking it all in....then ran my ty three times that day. it was completely exhilirating (and exhausting!)

    after reading about all the terrain that i have yet to explore on this blog, i am more excited than ever. looking forward to six adult midweek lessons to take me to the next level. thanks meadows!

  4. pdxmeier

    October 24, 2010

    I've been spending quite a bit of time teaching the kids (5 & 9) over the last few years, and we started out at Mitchel Creek and The Zoo. We have alot of fun over there. It will, almost certainly, be our first run of the 2010 / 2011 season (next week maybe???).

  5. 4G's Strong

    December 30, 2010

    Super novice skier in my 4th season up here. My resolution is to trust my abilities and get on the blue runs this year (no laughing). However, still trying to get my wife and daughter off Buttercup. What's the best (easiest) blue to run?

    Meadows: Consider advancing to the Easy Rider lift and taking Mitchell Creek. I also suggest a lesson with one of our coaching pros to guide them in the right direction, build confidence and technique.

  6. mcseyfried

    January 24, 2012

    On January 23, I went skiing for the second time in thirty years with my Brazillian daughter (her second time.) Vista Ridge and Mitchel Creeks were fantastic for us, new skiers, and a bit challenging in parts. What a beautiful day and the views are to die for. Thanks to the wonderful staff at Mt Hood Meadows and especially for Deverton for teaching my 7 year old daughter.

    Meadows: We are stoked that you had such a great day, and we'll pass along your compliments to Deverton!

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