NJ Ski areas

Ski Areas In and Around New Jersey

In New Jersey

Campgaw Mountain (Mahwah) - attractions include a ski trails, a freestyle terrain park and snow tubing; offers a specialized Children's Program for ages 4-6
The Hidden Valley Club (Vernon) - has 13 ski trails ranging from beginner to advanced and children's programs; according to their site, they offer "skiing and snowboarding in a family-friendly environment with an emphasis on fun and learning"
Mountain Creek (Vernon) - has 41 trails and winter attractions include ski areas, terrain park, 30 full-size snow tubing lanes plus 5 kid tubing lanes; includes an online area just for kids

New York and Pennsylvania Ski Resorts

Ski Central - lists New York and Pennsylvania ski areas (as well as those in other states) in alphabetical order by the resort name. Click on the resort and get detailed information including the number of trails, ticket prices (although I'd confirm on the resort's own site), attractions, and kids' programs
Alpine Zone - lists New York Ski Areas and Pennsylvania Ski Resorts in random order but offers a "hotel search" feature

Winter Safety

Kids under 18 must wear helmets - NJ state law requires kids under 18 who are skiing or snowboarding to wear a helmet
Winter Weather Safety - CDC's tips & resources for keeping kids safe in cold weather
Chillin' with Winter Safety - general winter safety article including safety tips for skiing & snowboarding
Information on concussions - a concussion could occur in activities such as skiing or snowboarding; this article from HealthyChildren.org outlines symptoms & more

Find Ski Resorts outside of the Tri-State area