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Learn to ski/ride for $35-$69 this weekend

Thursday, at 4:27 by

January is learn to ski/ride month in Tahoe. With 4-6 feet of new snow, this weekend is the perfect time to take advantage of these deals: Alpine Meadows: SUNDAY 1/29 ONLY: $39 January 27-31: $69 Includes your lift ticket, lesson, and equipment rental. Ages 13 and up. All-day and afternoon packages available. For reservations, call (800) 403-0206. Homewood: $44 Included in the Learn to Ski/Ride package is a 2.5 hour lesson, beginner lift ticket and rental gear. Valid for first-time… Read More »

Boreal 2011/12 Season Pass blow-out sale

Monday, at 1:11 by

For 10 Days Only, Boreal is offering 2011/12 Season Passes at up to 40% off. As a bonus, you can start using them now and take advantage of the latest snowstorm and great spring ski conditions. Sale: March 25th – April 3rd only Boreal anytime 2011/12 Season Pass (Valid everyday and night for the rest of this season and next season) Adult (13-59) Anytime – $239 Child (5-12) Anytime – $79 Senior (60-69) Anytime – $129 Senior (70+) – $39… Read More »

$99 spring pass at Alpine

Wednesday, at 1:36 by

Alpine Meadows has just announced the sale of their Spring Pass. Ski or snowboard every day from April 1st until the end of the season for just $99! The Spring Pass can be purchased online or at the special tickets office at the resort starting Sunday, March 20th. You must be an Alpine Club member to purchase the ticket. Not a member? You can join for just $20. Membership benefits include discounts on repairs, rentals, lessons, merchandise and free Wi-Fi… Read More »

Skiing Mt. Rose

Monday, at 6:18 by

Last week I decided to avoid the President’s Week crowds at the big resorts and drove up to Mt. Rose, located 11 miles above Incline Village. I was pleasantly surprised from the moment I arrived. While other resorts were charging premium holiday lift prices, Mt. Rose was offering their 2 ‘fer Tuesdays deal, making my lift ticket $35. For those who came solo, Mt. Rose ambassadors matched them up with other singles to take advantage of the special. At 8,260… Read More »