Sunburst Ski Area , Kewaskum, WI

Sunburst is more than just a ski resort. It offers educational programs that turn skiing into more than just recreational activity. The resort began in 1961, when two Milwaukee area families bought farmland and turned it into a ski hill. They soon added two lifts, a 1,200 foot T-bar, and a tow rope. This was the beginning of Wundergburg. Shortly after developing the ski destination, they realized how much work it would take to maintain it and they sold it to an investment group. The group remained the resort Sunburst and the rest is history. Soon there was a ticket office, rental building and another chairlift and towrope. Today, there are two additional tow ropes and lines, as well as an expert hill and three terrain parks. In 1997 a snow tube area was added, and a chalet was built with 12 straight chutes and eight loge chutes.

Regardless of whether Wisconsin is having a snowy winter or an uncommonly non-white one, the snowmaking machine at Sunburst will keep the slopes covered. The machine provides 100% coverage with underground pipes and wiring. This resort is typically one of the first to open in the area, having opened as early as the beginning of November in 2006.

Unlike other ski resorts, Sunburst offers educational programs that can be incorporated into school curriculums. Kids can participate in a science field trip where they spend a day tubing and learn about force, speed, power, and acceleration. This is a great hands-on activity for kids and gets them engaged in a science lesson like nothing else. The cost is 16.00 per student and group sizes must be at least 50 students. Sunburst is also a popular destination for children's birthday parties.

Their ski school offers instruction in both skiing and snowboarding. There more than 140 trained professional that will teach everyone from novice to expert skiers how to make it down the hills. The zone teaching method is an innovative manner in which to teach both skiing and snowboarding. Zone teaching offers students a chance to learn at a pace all their own, even though they are participating in groups. If you master the skill of one group, you move onto the lessons of the next. If you need additional time learning a particular skill, you can take as much time as you need in each group. Ultimately, skiers become safe, confident, competent skiers that are ready to take to the slopes.

Sunburst operates an official ski patrol that is trained in safety and ensure the comfort of all the Sunburst guests. Continuing education prepares them for all events that may occur on the slopes. Most ski resorts offer guests snow, slopes, and ski rentals. Sunburst offers to much more. Families and individuals can enjoy great experiences all winter long. A visit to the ski resort on a chilly winter's day provides exercise, recreation, social interaction, and is a lot of fun for everyone. Whether you are new to skiing or you have been hitting the slopes for decades, head to Sunburst for a one of a kind experience.