Cover photo courtesy of 49 Degrees North
These programs sponsored by Ski the NW Rockies Resorts in Washington and Idaho will change the way your family thinks about winter. Spend time outdoors together and save money with free skiing or snowboarding for 5th graders and with these affordable, all-inclusive learn-to-ski or snowboard programs.
EZ Ski or Ride 1-2-3 Programs
Kids and parents can learn to ski or ride in three days with lift tickets, rentals, and lessons.
The EZ Ski or Ride 1-2-3 programs makes learning to ski or snowboard for the very first time affordable and easy for kids and parents. All four Ski the NW Rockies association resorts offer a three-visit package to first-timers at an incredible price ($199 and up) that includes three lift tickets, three rentals (boots, poles, skis or snowboard), and three lessons (ages, prices and details vary by resort).
How It Works: Pick one of the participating ski areas (Lookout Pass, Mt. Spokane, Silver Mountain, or 49 Degrees) where you want to sign up. Purchase the EZ SKI 1-2-3 package by calling the ski area and purchasing your EZ Ski package and scheduling the lessons. Then show up the day of the first lesson with plenty of time to get fitted for your rental gear. Your child (and maybe you) will be on your way to learning to ski or snowboard! More info at Skinwrockies.com.
5th Grade Ski or Ride Free Passport
Fifth graders can ski or ride for free all season at four Ski the NW Rockies resorts.
This popular program helps get 5th graders out on the slopes for free for three full days at each participating resort (some blackout dates may apply). To participate, parents need to submit an application with a $23 one-time processing fee at 5thgradeskipassport.com. A parent/guardian must be present at the mountains’ ticket offices to receive your child’s lift ticket.
How It Works: Submit your application and pay the processing fee online, and you’ll receive an e-mail with your passport that can be used to receive up to three lift tickets at Lookout Pass, Mt. Spokane, Silver Mountain, and 49 Degrees North. You can either print the passport and bring it with you or pull it up on your phone to present it at the ticket office. Check with the specific ski area for full details. Visit Skinwrockies.com for details.
Sponsored by SNWR
