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This sweepstakes is now over.

January was Learn to Ski Month, and we asked you to nominate a newbie to learn to ski in Aspen Snowmass for a chance to win a ski trip. You sure shared the stoke! We received thousands of new-skier/snowboarder nominations, and we’re excited to announce our randomly drawn winner! Henry T. of Pennsylvania nominated Nicole T., and they receive this grand prize Aspen Snowmass ski trip:

  • 4 nights’ lodging at the Limelight Hotel
  • 2, 3-day lift tickets valid at all four Aspen Snowmass mountains
  • 3 days of Ski & Snowboard School programs
  • 3-day premium equipment rentals

For those who didn’t win, we’d love to help you learn to ski in Aspen Snowmass! Read more about Aspen Snowmass for first-time skiers, or if you need more evidence that this Colorado resort is a great place to start skiing, here are 5 reasons.When you’re ready to explore your options, speak with a Mountain Travel Expert at 800-610-8911 or request a customized quote.

Aspen Snowmass photos: learning to ski

The Hideout’s outdoor learning area features colorful, themed obstacle courses that make learning to turn and stop into a game. pc: Aspen Snowmass/Hal Williams
The new Hideout Children’s Center at Buttermilk offers indoor and outdoor areas for learning and inspiring a love of mountain adventure in the little ones. pc: Aspen Snowmass/Hal Williams
Aspen Snowmass’ 1,200 ski instructors undergo 26 hours of training every season to ensure their teaching skills are finely tuned. pc: Aspen Snowmass
Snowmass Village offers a long list of ski in, ski out accommodations. Convenient access to the slopes takes a lot of the guesswork out of the equation for first timers. pc: Aspen Snowmass/Jeremy Swanson
One of the best rewards: skiing corduroy at Aspen Snowmass | Photo: Scott Markewitz, Aspen Snowmass
Take a ride up the Silver Queen Gondola, which climbs 3,200-plus feet, to scope out the terrain you can work towards and get a glimpse of Aspen Highlands. | Photo: Dan Bayer/Aspen Snowmass
Aspen’s historic buildings provide shoppers with a charming atmosphere. | Photo: Dan Bayer/Aspen Snowmass
First-time snowboarders in a Beginner’s Magic lesson will meet at the Four Mountain Sports in the Snowmass Base Village. | Photo: Aubree Dallas/Aspen Snowmass
The Elk Camp Meadows learning area features a gentle slope, magic carpet and beginner chairlift. The Elk Camp lodge is just steps from the learning area, making it easy to take a break. | Photo: Jeremy Swanson/Aspen Snowmass