Treble Cone skifield, near Wanaka, will hold a mini-mountain open for young skiers and snowboarders later this month.
The two-day event, on September 19 and 20, is aimed at helping skiers and riders under 12 break into the competitive skiing and snowboarding scene.
A freeride clinic on the first day will teach the snow buffs about mountain safety, skiing and riding competitively, how competitions work and what judges are looking for in a competition run.
The second day has been scheduled as a competitive but fun event, starting at 10.30am.
Acting managing director Tim Hudson called on local youngsters to attend the event.
