Alterra Mountain Company Announces Kids Ski Free Week, December 7-13, Across 15 North American Ski Destinations

November 19th, 2024
Snowmaking in Palisades Tahoe this week, one of the participating resorts in Kids Ski Free Week. The resort is due to open on Nov 27th, possibly earlier with a solid storm due this week. Photo: Palisades Tahoe

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In a great initiative to make a snow holiday more affordable for families, Alterra Mountain Company has announced a “Kids Ski Free Week” at 15 of its North American resorts with up to 7 free lifts tickets  tickets available from December 7 – 13, 2024.

Participating destinations include: Steamboat and Winter Park in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort, and Snow Valley in California; Stratton and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Schweitzer in Idaho; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain (subject to opening date) in Ontario, Canada.

Kids 12 and under (17 and under at Stratton and Schweitzer) may receive a free lift ticket each day to use  during that week at any participating destination. Each destination may offer a variety of other promotions and specials for families. To redeem an offer, check out the destination’s official website or visit Guest Services at participating Alterra destinations. No other purchase is necessary, rentals and lessons are not included.

Photo: Mammoth Mountain

“Winter is here and we want to help families get on the mountain this season,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO, Alterra Mountain Company. “We hope Kids Ski Free Week ignites an excitement around skiing and snowboarding and helps start a lifelong passion the entire family can enjoy for years to come.”

For many parents who are keen skiers or snowboarders, the cost of introducing your kids to snowsports is out of reach and with early season accomodation costs generally lower than peak winter, it is a great way to help families enjoy the snow.

We have seen similar “kids stay for free” promotions in Australia in the past but given the lack of visitors to our resorts in June and September, a “kids ski free week” is something all Australian resorts should again consider.