Stio was founded to inspire connection with the outdoors through beautiful, functional products infused with mountain soul. We draw inspiration from our everyday immersion in life here in Jackson Hole: days on local rivers, trails and Teton summits. Technical performance, quality and versatility are hallmarks you’ll find in every piece of apparel we make, be it intended for epic alpine pursuits or the quieter moments of the mountain life. We also have store locations in Jackson Town Square and Teton Village, Wyoming, Park City, Utah, Boulder, Colorado, Freeport, Maine, Bend, Oregon, Boise, Idaho, Boston, Massachusetts and South Lake Tahoe, California.
Now Open: Stio’s Mountain Studio® Store South Lake Tahoe – Come in for a Visit
Random number generator selected Scott Hodgdon. Congrats Scott!! Gift card will be available for pick up at the Stio’s Mountain Studio® Store South Lake Tahoe located in The Chateau At The Village Ski Heavenly Mountain Resort. To claim your gift card prize, please show your CDL to a Stio’s customer service rep and this page.
Stio is apparel we are confident you will live in, in the epic and the everyday moments of your outdoor life
– Stephen Sullivan, Founder/CEO
Introducing Stio’s best in class high quality made GORE-TEX Apparel Collection, designed to last many a winters, stands up to winter storms, torrential rain and snow capped alpine mountain terrains
The whitebark pine is an intrinsic part of the greater Yellowstone ecosystem and its cone is a reflection of nature’s perfect design. Our logo reminds us every day that we need to help protect the places we love and every action, big or small, makes a difference.
GIVEAWAY WAS AWARDED ON DECEMBER 23, 2023 ..
In partnership with SnowPals, Stio is giving away a $150 gift certificate. To enter the giveaway:
(1) Visit one of Stio’s social media pages onFacebook | Instagram | Twitter / X ; give Stio a like + use hashtag #LetTheOutsideIn, tag two friends, and write in the comments which product you’d like to buy if you won the $150 gift cert?
(2) After you’ve done the above, submit the following form to enter Stio’s $150 gift certificate giveaway. The deadline to enter this giveaway is 12/23/2023 at 12 noon.
The winner’s name will be announced here on Saturday December 23, 2023. Bookmark this page and check back to see if you’ve won.
♥ Share this page with friends and family to tell them about Stio’s $150 gift certificate giveaway happening on Saturday December 23, 2023 via , twitter, facebook.
Book a Tahoe resort ski bus trip (day trip, hotel trips, powder destination trips) for family, friends and/or a lover.
Tahoe Ski Trips (formerly known as the Bay Area Ski Bus) offers ski bus trips to Sugar Bowl Resort, Sierra at Tahoe, Ski Heavenly, Northstar at Tahoe, and Kirkwood Mountain Resort (other resorts added based on high demand).
Got an Ikon or Epic Pass? Make the most of your season pass, book Tahoe ski bus trips transportation only to Tahoe resorts.
Use promo code: ‘ snowpals2023 ‘ to get $10 off Tahoe Ski Trips day trips or $10 off two days, one night hotel trip bookings.
Buy a gift certificate for a Christmas present/birthday gift/or a special occasion.
More ski bus trips will be added when there’s a high demand for certain dates and resorts; bookmark and check back weekly to view newly added trips.
GET A CORPORATE OR PRIVATE GROUP SKI BUS TRIP PRICE QUOTE
Also available are corporate bus ski trips and private group charter bus bookings for your family or group of friends. Charter bus bookings are available in either 22 seats or 55 seats. For small group ski bus trips, gather a minimum of 22 people together and we can give you a price quote for a customized private group trip to the resort of your choice.
For less than 22 people, all bus trips available are listed on the ski bus calendar. If you don’t see the resort you’re interested in or a bus trip being offered on the date you want, it’s because we do not have sufficient demand to offer a trip on that date or that resort yet, however, check back daily and refresh the page to see if we have added any new trips to the calendar.
Book a private ski bus trip for your company or group.
and let us know what you’d like. We will customize a ski bus trip package based on your needs. Please copy and paste the following questions and your answers in an email reply to let us know what you’d like to be included in your ski bus trip quote, such as:
(1) round-trip bus transportation from/your point of departure address?
(2) preferred ski resort?
(3) your group size? Must be a minimum of 22 people for a small group trip.
(4) one day or multiple day trip (include hotel/lodging in the pricing?)
(5) will you need lift tickets, ski and/or snowboard rentals, group lessons?
(6) apres ski (wine/beer/drinks/snacks or meal) social event, group dinner social or team building event?
Thank you! We’ll reply within 24 hours or as soon as we can get a rep to work on giving you a group/corporate price quote
E-gift cards available for the holidays and special occasions
Tahoe Ski Trips offers bus transportation only E-gift cards/Gift Certificates for those who already have a ski season pass. .
??️?Tahoe Ski Bus Trips
+Weekend Hotel Tahoe Ski Bus Trips. In room Fire places & made to order breakfast. Small groups & corporate ski bus trips too
Feb 11/12 Northstar/ Kirkwood 2/25-26 North*/ Heavenly Mar 11/12 Kirkwood /Heavenly
What’s a good alternative to Tahoe ski bus trips? Connect for Tahoe Ride-sharing/carpooling
Need a ride or offer a rideshare especially if you are driving with empty seats in your car; in return, get gas money to offset your Tahoe trip expenses. Meet ski, ride buddies in the process; some peeps made lasting friendships through our rideshare connection. SnowPals rideshare forum is over 8k+ members strong: working professionals, college students and retirees connect for rides seven days a week. Read more, join.
In the works
1 day and 2 day hotel weekend trips and overnight ski bus trip packages. The Tahoe Ski Trips offer the most ski bus trips to Tahoe resorts; operating four days weekly with numerous SF Bay Area pick-up locations. View the current bus trip schedule (opens in a new window).
Tahoe Ski Trips offers:
Weekend Ski Bus Trips
Weekday Ski Bus Trips
2 Day Hotel Ski Bus Trips
Extended POWDER Adventure Ski Bus Trips
Singles Ski Bus Trips(“Singles” Ski Trips give solo skiers & snowboarders a chance to meet other singles in a fun and engaging setting: meet that special person who shares your love for snow sports)
These trips include:
round- trip transportation BUS TRANSPORT ONLY
bus enroute breakfast
free energy drink for the slopes
apres-ski hot cocoa (wine/beer tastings on selected dates), snacks, and on-bus featured movie entertainment
Treat family, friends and/or yourself to a fun day at your favorite Tahoe ski resort. Gift certificates/card available for the holidays or for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.
Since 1996, over 26 years of stellar service: “operating with integrity and a commitment to quality, Tahoe Ski Trips (formerly known as the Bay Area Ski Bus) contracts with the finest transportation companies and recreation outfitters/ski resorts with fantastic reputations and safety records. We focus on the details, while you focus on having Fun! Our quality and service is unmatched.”
Sleep on the bus in the morning and let a professional driver do the driving and snow chain installation.
Get dropped off at the resort and enjoy a full day of skiing or riding.
Watch movies on the bus ride back home!
The luxury ski buses are equipped with DVD players, TV, personal reading lights, huge storage areas for your gear, and restrooms. Bring a pillow, a light blanket and your favorite tunes or ipad or android tablet and you’re set for a fun filled day.
Treat yourself, family and friends to aSki & Ride POWDER Destination Vacation:
Reserve your spot(s) with a deposit. Space is limited; register early as trips will fill up quickly especially when snow is in the forecast.
♥ Share this page with friends and family via , twitter, facebook.
Book early to secure your seat(s);each bus seats 52 people; whenever there is snow in the forecast, bus trips fill up quickly. If the trip is full, you can still get on the wait list; please call 925-680-4386 (leave a message and your call will be returned usually within 24-48 hours).
Please note: discounts will not be honored for those who call-in/e-mail AFTER they registered.
Tahoe Ski Trips (formerly BAY AREA SKI BUS) PICK-UP LOCATIONS – once you booked your trip, follow the instructions in your booking confirmation email for exact trip schedule and pickup locations. The following are locations that are most often used.. (check Tahoe Ski Trips website for the latest pick-up locations updates)
Typical Pick-up and Drop-off times | Tahoe Ski Trips Time Schedule (be sure to check your booking confirmation email for exact directions):
4:00am to 5:30am – Board the bus (time varies depending on your pick up location); sleep until 7:30am. 7:30am – Continental breakfast and ski trip/resort overview 8:30am – Arrive at ski resort 8:40am to 4:00pm – Enjoy skiing or snowboarding 4:30pm – Depart from ski resort (watch movies on the return trip) 8:30pm – Return to the Bay Area; return times are approximately 8:30pm in Walnut Creek, San Francisco through 9:00pm in Sunnyvale
–> Do you need winter attire, gear, ski & snowboard rentals, tune-ups, and/or shop services? Check out the sale, clearance items and rentals at REI and REI Outlet.
About SnowPals: since 1999 we have been connecting busy SF Bay Area snow-sports enthusiasts together to share skiing, snowboarding experiences and to share ski lease cabins/homes for the last 24 years.
Get your rental property or ski lease featured on SnowPals to get noticed and to get referrals from our monthly 6k to 15k unique visitors.
Feedback from property owners who have listed with us:
“We have used SnowPals for 4 yrs in a row to help find others to share our ski lease. We have had great success with quality applicants. We have tried other sites and none can compare. The nominal fee is a great value.” – Chris of Family Ski Lease Agate Bay.
“I think SnowPals is fantastic; I’ve actually been on both sides of SnowPals. We actually found this ski lease last year on SnowPals and the organizer from last year wanted to hit up North Lake this year, so we took over the lease. We included the $50 listing fee within our rent so actually the person who is leasing from us will pay that. We obviously didn’t tell them that, but I think $50 is a reasonable amount for someone to pay to alleviate the stress of finding the right fit. We filled the spot for the ski-lease quickly! Thanks for your help. We had so many people interested. My husband was telling me that he thinks SnowPals has great potential, and I agree with him. We had at least 25 people contact us, which means there’s a market for matching up owners of homes with tenants. Not sure if SnowPals has the capability to essentially be a management company to find tenants, but I do know our organizer last year actually found our place by reaching out to Airbnb/VRBO listings in Tahoe to see if we could take the house off their hands for the winter time. Just a thought. I am sure it would invaluable to an owner. Hopefully one day we’ll be coming to you to help lease our home in Tahoe 🙂 ” – Sally B. of Tahoe Heavenly Boulder Lodge Ski Out Condo |
Page downto read more feedback from property owners, ski lease groups and families who have listed on SnowPals.
SnowPals have been helping ski lease rental property owners increase their booking referrals since 1999 by connecting SF Bay Area professionals who enjoy snow sports with Tahoe area property owners for referrals and by helping ski lease organizers looking for seasonal ski lease members to fill their ski lease cabin share.
We have a 16,000+ audience reach for social media, newsletter list and new visitors to our website; the chart below is a screenshot of SnowPals’ visitor statistics from Google Analytics:
To get an idea of what people are listing: browse Tahoe rentals and ski lease share opportunities.
Are you considering turning your home or vacation rental property into a seasonal winter ski lease?
Reviews And Feedback From People Who Have Listed With Us
== The following quotes are feedback/reviews from ski lease and vacation rental advertisers who have listed with SnowPals ==
“I was able to quickly rent my condo by posting on snowpals.org – very effective, highly recommended!” – George September 5, 2020
“Another year, another house filled! Will we ever have continuity of ski lease members? Probably not. Thank you SnowPals for making the worst part of ski season as easy as possible.” – Malcolm; listed: Alpine Meadows ski lease. Ski lease filled on November 10, 2019.
“I highly recommend using SnowPals to post your available ski lease. I listed my ski lease to look for 2 more ski lease members for my ski lease and it worked perfectly within 1 week of posting. Thanks Snow-Pals!” – Caroline, listed: Tahoe City Ski Lease. Two membership spots filled on 10/9/2019.
“We had our place posted on Airbnb as a Winter Ski Lease and on other online listings for about 4 months and maybe had 3-4 inquiries. Within 1 day of posting our chalet for winter ski lease rental on SnowPals, we had immediate inquiries and we had it leased within a couple of weeks. Tim is great to work with and made the process super easy. I will definitely continue to use SnowPals listing!” – Margie, property owner of Tahoe City Chalet. 10/2/2019; you can also read this review on SnowPals Facebook Page.
“SnowPals has been a huge help in finding the last few member of our ski lease this year. Not only does the service act as a recruiting tool, it is a great resource for members to see lease specifics and photos of the house even after they have signed up. Creating a listing was easy, and personally I thought the advertising support was extremely responsive to emails. Thanks for offering a great service.” – Jonas of Truckee New Luxury House 11/16/2018
“I’ve been a member of Snow Pals since it started. For the last two years I have been using the cabin share ad listing on SnowPals to fill vacancies in my seasonal rental. For the money involved this is a great deal as it targets a very direct market. It’s incredible that so many Bay Area snow sports enthusiasts get together in this manner. Highly recommended.” – John W. of Donner Lake Cabin Share 10/5/2018
“We have used SnowPals for 4 yrs in a row to help find others to share our ski lease. We have had great success with quality applicants. We have tried other sites and none can compare. The nominal fee is a great value.” – Chris of Family Ski Lease Agate Bay 10/1/2018
“Thanks to your wonderful website, our cabin is now full for the 2018-19 ski season. This is our 6th season advertising our ski lease on SnowPals. I had about 35 people contact me for the listing this year. I don’t know how you they do it, but with SnowPals we get only professional folks and most of them people familiar with snow country. I had tried craigslist and pretty much just got people who wanted to pay $100 and have someplace to lay their head, and could they make the $100 payment in two payments. When I switched to Snowpals.org I found almost exclusively professional working people who had no trouble paying the full lease membership fee and who appreciates a nice, uncrowded place, which is how we do our cabin. THANKS!!” – JoAnn M. of Alpine Meadows Luxury Ski Lease 09/10/2018
“Snowpals ski lease listing is the best for the Tahoe area lease and rental market advertising! It’s well worth the $50 listing fee which is comparatively very cheap. I very much appreciate all you guys do in attracting folks who share a passion for snow sports.” – Christine S. of Tahoe Donner Truckee Ski Lease 9/6/2018
“Thank you Snowpals. I have listed my vacation rental property for the last 4 years with great results. The results from Snowpals advertising brings me good responsible renters every year. I only list with Snowpals now.” – Randy S. of North Tahoe Home Rental 9/6/2018
“I’ve listed my ski lease ads on Snowpals over the past several years. The ads have helped me greatly in filling the memberships in my ski annual ski leases. They have also given me the opportunity to meet and get to know and create some great friendships over the years!” – Jack D. of Lake View Tahoe Donner Ski Lease 9/4/2018
“Our Snowpals ski lease ad listing worked great. We posted the ad on a Wednesday, and had filled the last 4 spots in our house within 6 days. We had plenty of responses which allowed us to be selective and ensure a good fit for the house. We would definitely use it again. Thanks!” – Kelle & Marc of Great Donner Lake Ski Lease 12/5/2017
“Snowpals offer a great ski lease listing service! I was uncertain at first about whether we’ll actually find someone we wanted to share a ski lease with, however lots of people ended up approaching me of all ages and backgrounds. Most of those seemed like they would be a good fit, and it only took me a single meeting with one of the first responders to decide it would be awesome to share a lease with. I give SnowPals a rating of 10/10; would re-list next year if we need people to join our ski lease!” Jaco R. of Heavenly Kirkwood Ski Lease 11/18/2017
“Listing my ski lease on Snowpals helped us fill the remaining 5 spots with cool people (and great skiers, even one woman who has trained with the US ski team!). It’s better than posting on Craigslist, because all of the people who reach out are actual ski/snowboard enthusiasts. Would definitely recommend, and $50 is totally worth it–just put it into your ski lease budget–a drop in the bucket for great ski members additions!” – Alan A. of Ski Palace Tahoe City Ski Lease 11/16/2017
“I can’t say enough about how great my experience with Snowpals was! Snowpals made it easy and logistically possible to find cool ski / snowboarders for our house!! You know the people you find and who find your listing are like minded, and love to be in the snow! The vetting process is so much faster, and it’s a great community to get involved with.” – Michelle M. of Squaw Valley Ski Lease 11/08/2017
“This is our second season using Snowpals to find the last couple members of our ski lease. It’s easy to post and we end up getting tons of responses! We’ve had so much success that every person we’ve found so far on Snowpals has joined the cabin for the next season! Definitely worth $50 ad fee!” – Miriam M. of Alpine Meadows Ski Lease 11/02/2017
“For the second year in a row I found great tenants in less than a week on Snowpals aka SkiPals. So much more efficient than using Craigslist, which attracts all the international people on visas, and Airbnb, which attracts weekend rentals. Will continue to be my go to Snowpals to list my ski lease.” – Kathleen M. of Kings Beach Ski Lease 10/26/2017
“I’ve now used Snowpals two years in a row to fill my ski lease and it’s been an amazingly smooth process! There are so many fun people who share my enthusiasm for ski season – and are all courteous, helpful, clean, and overall a blast to hang out with. I can’t imagine going back to trying to hunt down unsure friends! Snowpals is now my go-to for filling my ski lease every year.” – Agatha of Heavenly Four Bedroom Ski In Out Ski Lease 10/5/2017
“We’ve used SnowPals for the last couple of seasons and compared to other listings it’s brought in the best leads by far. Keeping our listing up-to-date is always easy, and this year we didn’t bother to list anywhere else… it’s not worth the time or trouble vs relying on SnowPals.” – Robert H. of Beautiful NEW Truckee Luxury House 10/2/2017
“I think Snowpals is fantastic; I’ve actually been on both sides of Snowpals. We actually found this ski lease last year on Snowpals and the organizer from last year wanted to hit up North Lake this year, so we took over the lease. We included the $50 fee within our rent so actually the person who is leasing from us will pay that. We obviously didn’t tell them that, but I think $50 is a reasonable amount for someone to pay to alleviate the stress of finding the right fit. We filled the spot for the ski-lease quickly! Thanks for your help. We had so many people interested. My husband was telling me that he thinks Snowpals has great potential, and I agree with him. We had at least 25 people contact us, which means there’s a market for matching up owners of homes with tenants. Not sure if Snowpals has the capability to essentially be a management company to find tenants, but I do know our organizer last year actually found our place by reaching out to Airbnb/VRBO listings in Tahoe to see if we could take the house off their hands for the winter time. Just a thought. I am sure it would invaluable to an owner. Hopefully one day we’ll be coming to you to help lease our home in Tahoe 🙂 ” – Sally B. of Tahoe Heavenly Boulder Lodge Ski Out Condo 9/26/2017
“I am please to let you know that we filled our ski lease in Tahoe Donner. I am sold on Snowpals! Last time we were in the market for a replacement, we advertised on CraigsList and this was a much more pleasant experience! Thanks for your help.” – Laurie B. of Beautiful Tahoe Donner Ski Lease 9/22/2017
“Tim and the Snow Pals’ team have made filling our ski lease drop dead simple. One post and we fill our lease right up.” – Micaiah F. of Meyers Ski Lease 9/18/2017
“We have successfully used Snowpals to fill a few vacancies in our house over the years (pre-season and mid-season). We received multiple responses in a short amount of time, and nobody flaked (unlike experience with other sources). Snowpals is definitely worth the minimal advertising investment.” – Jen W. of Carnelian Bay Ski Lease 11/30/2016
“Snowpals is a great site to get quality referrals for our vacation rental. I received more than 23 different enquirers and had my vacation rental condo booked for as a ski lease within a month of posting. I am pleased with the professional renter we were connected with and look forward to using SnowPals again next year.” – Kathleen M. of Northstar Condo Vacation Rental 11/25/2016
“Thanks to Snowpals we went from 5 members and an expensive, empty house to a dynamic group of 11 consisting of regular and weekdays only members in about a month’s time. A $50 listing fee saved the original members over $1200 each, and we all made new friends!” – Kate S. of South Lake Tahoe Ski Lease with Hot Tub 11/24/2016
“Snowpals is a great resource which helped us to find additional members for our ski lease. We now have a fun winter to look forward to with a great group of skiers from San Francisco. Snowpals’ website was easy to use, and ad placement just took a few minutes and we got tons of responses. I would definitely use Snowpals again.” – Alexis R. of Tahoe Donner Ski Lease 11/21/2016
“I was astounded by how much high quality interest I got through Snowpals – I could have easily filled my lease twice over. Tim at Snowpals was very responsive; great experience overall, would use it again and would be happy to recommend to others.” – Anne R. of Tahoe City Ski Lease Memberships 10/27/2016
“Snowpals saved our winter this year! We wanted to organize a ski lease but had friends who were unsure if they could commit. We listed our lease on snowpals in mid September and were able to fill it by the end of September. And the people we met are amazing! I would highly recommend using snowpals for anyone trying to organize a ski lease.” – Agatha B. of Heavenly Ski-in/out Ski Lease 9/28/2016
“Snowpals is just what you need if you are trying to fill your ski lease with quality members. I posted an ad on Snowpals, and within 9 days I had received a dozen inquiries. We were able to close out our roster quickly and conveniently. I will use the site again for certain.” – Alex P. of Alpine Meadows Year Round Family Ski Lease 9/17/2016
“Thanks for running Snowpals’ website. Met some of my best friends on here when I found my first ski lease. This year we advertised on Snowpals and filled our ski lease memberships quickly.” – Justin H. of Alpine Meadows Ski Lease 9/20/2016
“Snowpals helped us find amazing families and fill our lease more quickly this year than we ever have in the past! I highly recommend snowpals for anyone who is looking to fill a few spots in their ski house!” – John H. of Tahoe Donner Family Ski Lease 9/12/2016
“Thanks for listing my ski lease quickly – in the last 10 days I got a lot of people who where interested, so now I finalized and we’re full 🙂 ! Thanks again for your help and for SnowPals, it’s great to get this done so quickly!” – Jan V., Tahoe Donner Luxury Cabin
“We found 4 great folks via Snowpals to fill up our ski lease. Totally worth the $50 ad listing fee. It usually took us longer to fill our lease with another listing service we had to pay a higher listing fee than Snowpals’. Thanks!” Mike M., Carnelian Bay Ski Cabin
“Last year we advertised on both Snowpals and Craigslist. The Craigslist responders were to a person looking for the cheapest bed possible, with one scammer who wanted to come look at the house when we weren’t there, and tried to get all sorts of information from me. The Snowpals responders (last year and this year), were professional, business owners, professors, and high tech people. We will certainly be back next year!”- JoAnn M, ski lease organizer, Alpine Meadows Ski Lease
“I’m very happy with the quality of people referrals your site attracts. Keep up the good work!” – Sandy W., owner of Truckee Rental House
“It was awesome posting on Snowpals! Within 36 hours, I received a bunch of responses in my inbox, and our listing closed fairly quickly. All the emails were super nice and friendly, and many responses were from people already familiar with the Tahoe area and experienced in previous ski leases, which was a huge plus!” – Cindy L., Tahoe City Ski Lease
“SnowPals is a far better resource than Craigslist or the local papers. For several years running I’ve managed to find excellent full season renters in a very short time and with minimal hassle. Thanks Snowpals!” — Chris K., Markleeville homeowner
“We got about twice as many queries from SnowPals as from Craigslist. The queries seemed from ‘more normal’ people, and it was nice to not have to hit renew every few days.” – Trent G., Donner Lake Ski Lease
“Advertising my ski lease on Snowpals was quick, easy and highly effective! In no time, I had responses from really nice, high-caliber potential ski cabin members. I filled my spots in no time with people I really like, who are a great fit for the cabin.” – Heather D. of Alpine Meadows Ski Lease
* Read additional reviews from people who have advertised / listed their Tahoe vacation rental and ski lease on SnowPals’ Facebook page:
Use promo code ‘Snowpals’ to get 1/2 off discount on Powder Pass and VIP Beer Tasting Admission Tickets to SnowBomb’s NorCal 2021 San Francisco Ski & Snowboard Festival. A VIP ticket is discounted to $25 using ‘ Snowpals ‘ promo code (1/2 off $50) ..
Looking for a family fun filled weekend activity perfect for kids and adults?
Let the kids play in the game booths to win Tahoe lift tickets, season pass + prizes/swag and watch pro BMX bike & skateboard show while adults enjoy craft beer tastings, listen to music and shop for up to 75% off last season’s ski, snowboard, boots, snow-sports gear and winter clothing.
Two festival locations and dates to choose from:
👉 November 19-20, 2021 at Sacramento Cal Expo Center
Two VIP tickets will be given away to two lucky skier/rider. The winners will have until 9am PST on 11/20/21 to claim his/her VIP ticket prize giveaway.
with family and friends to invite them for a fun weekend activity that’ll get you stoked for the winter ski, ride season 😉
👉 November 5-7, 2021 at San Francisco Pier 35 located at
1454 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94133 (map, get directions below)
Festival Show Hours:
Saturday, November 5th, 10am-6pm
Sunday, November 7th, 11am-5pm
Beer Tasting for VIP Ticket Holders Sat & Sun: Noon-4pm.
All 21+ VIP ticket holders are welcome to beer tasting experience with several local and popular micro-breweries from Noon to 4pm Saturday and Sunday at the festival.
Click here to buy 1/2 off tickets on Eventbrite; or visit Eventbrite, click on ‘TICKETS’ then click on ‘Enter the Promotional Code’ link. Enter discount code: ‘ Snowpals ’ then click apply to receive the 1/2 off ticket discount.
→ Join our Tahoe Rideshare Mixer to connect with pass holders or anyone who can give a ride or needs a ride to/from Tahoe for snow sports recreational fun.
👉 SUMMARY OF WHY THE VIP EVENT TICKETS ARE YOUR BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
VIP Pass includes free lift ticket to China Peak, Bear Valley, and two for one lift ticket to Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows also known as Palisades Tahoe and a free lift ticket to Homewood Mt. Resort along with four hours of unlimited beer tasting 12pm-4pm Sat or Sun. (total lift ticket value is over $300 in savings if you used all the free lift tickets.)
Buy One (1) adult lift ticket at the resort window and receive a second lift ticket for FREE. Complimentary ticket must be used on the same date as the purchased ticket.
Lift tickets are valid Monday to Friday non-holiday, Homewood lift ticket is valid Tuesday to Thursday non-holiday.
New to skiing, snowboarding and need to rent?
Buy a VIP event ticket and get a Free Rental or Tune-up (a $32 value) at Powder House Express
Monday – Friday | Full Day Sport Ski or Snowboard Rental Package
Valid outside of the following holiday dates
Holidays:
Nov 25th – 28th, Dec 17th – Jan 3rd, Jan 14th – 17th, Feb 18th – 21st and Apr 15th – 17th
Don’t want beer tasting tickets? Get the Powder Pass which includes a free lift ticket to China Peak, Bear Valley, and two for one lift ticket to Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows.
Total value is over $300 not including beer tasting + fun weekend activity for the entire family or group of friends = priceless
HOW TO GET YOUR FREE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS
Order your Free General Admission Tickets for free entry tickets to the SF Festival and Sacramento Festival. Get free entrance to the Festivals, ski and snowboard sale, access to exhibitors and festival entertainment. Note that the FREE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET DOES NOT INCLUDE FREE LIFT TICKETS.
POWDER PASS + VIP PASS 1/2 Off Discount
** Powder Pass and VIP Pass (Discounted 1/2 off when ‘Snowpals ‘ promo code is used; discount available online only at Eventbrite, click on the links above for the desired festival location).
Why it's best to ski, ride on weekdays?
(1) Powder days usually happened when we least expect it: on weekdays 🙂
(2) Tahoe resorts on weekdays: practically empty slopes – you have the entire mountain to yourself
(3) Services such as eateries and ski/snowboard lessons are more enjoyable/less rush/less crowded (which means you get a semi-private lesson for the cost of a group lesson since there are less sign-ups on weekdays) and quality of service is much better
(4) No waiting in line to get on the lifts and no waiting in line for lunch or drinks
(5) Resort parking is a breeze; no road traffic on weekdays
BEER TASTING:
Enjoy four hours of unlimited Beer Tasting Available with VIP Tickets.
Tasting times are from 1pm – 4pm on Saturday + Sunday
SKI/SNOWBOARD SALE, SKI RESORTS REPS, VENDORS: Over $1 Million dollars in snow sporting goods from top brands such as Burton, K2, Atomic, Rossignol and many, many more… UP TO 75% OFF. Over 25 premier ski resorts from all over North America. Leading manufacturers in the ski and snowboard industry. Hoteliers and destination getaways. Featured auto show.
ENTERTAINMENT: Bounce House for Kids, Pro Athletes, BMX/Skate Ramp Show & Live Music. Get a chance to win lift tickets, season pass and prizes when you play games at most ski resort booths. Attend to get a chance to buy discount ski season pass to your favorite Tahoe ski resort and chat with resorts’ reps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Which Snowbomb Ski Festival location is more fun?
Answer: Hands down SF ski festival is typically more fun because: (1) it’s bigger (2) more ski resorts exhibitors (3) more vendors (4) more chances to win prizes and lift tickets and season pass giveaway when you play games at the resorts’ info booth (5) beer tasting.
Mark your calendar, gather family and friends together and make it a fun filled day together.
Question: How do I activate my Snowbomb NorCal Ski Fest Free Lift Tickets included in the Powder Pass and VIP admission tickets?
Answer: Important, remember to redeem your 2021 Snowbomb Festival Activation Code to get your free lift tickets before December 1, 2021; enter your festival pack code at http://www.sfskifest.com/activation/
Video of Snowbomb’s first ski and snowboard festival event at Fort Mason in SF:
* New to SnowPals? Join us to expand your circle of ski and ride buddies and Tahoe ride-share contacts for powder trips to Tahoe and to powder resorts in Utah, Colorado, British Columbia, etc.
* What's it like to ski/ride Japan's famous dry champagne powder?
You’re in Tahoe, the stoke is high, the conditions are perfect…
…and you’re stuck waiting in a lift line to ski groomers and bumps because you couldn’t find a local with the beta/inside scoop you need to get into the backcountry.
No longer! Backcountry Ski Maps wants to make this scenario a thing of the past.
Backcountry Ski Maps was specifically designed as a topographic map and guidebook rolled into one to make it easier to find all the information you need to get out touring in the Tahoe area.
All maps include detailed ascent and descent routes, photos, and a text guide to the best lines, which means that just one source of beta can easily get you to secret stashes you had only heard ‘whispers of’. We highlight the most classic lines, help you find the easiest approaches, and reveal the biggest potential dangers and challenges so you can spend less time searching for information and more time skiing!
Let’s take an inside look at the Tahoe Southwest Map which features more than 70 descents, ranging from mellow glades to ultra-steep couloirs.
Included are ski routes on:
Rubicon Peak
Jake’s Peak
Mt. Tallac
Pyramid Peak
Dick’s Peak
Echo Peak
Angora Peak
and many, many more!
Backcountry Ski Maps partnered with SnowPals to offer a 10% off all backcountry ski maps; join SnowPals to get 10% off Backcountry Ski Maps (for both hard copy and digital maps for your smartphone).
+ Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado (Coming Soon)
+ Vail Pass, Colorado (Coming Soon)
More About Backcountry Ski Maps
“Make the Most of the Backcountry
Maybe you’re new to an area or even new to touring in general. Maybe you’re a weekend warrior with only a limited amount of time to play in the mountains. Or maybe you’re a jaded local who thinks they’ve skied every worthy line in the area.
At Backcountry Ski Maps we feel you. If you’re anything like us, all you want is to spend more time outdoors, taking in beautiful views and riding the steepest, deepest lines.
We were frustrated to have to spend hours on the internet researching potential lines on sites of varying reliability. We were even more frustrated when summer came along and we saw all the in-depth hiking, climbing, and backpacking topographical maps on the market.
Something needed to change.
And so Backcountry Ski Maps, LLC was born.
Now we’re striving to make the easiest to use, all-in-one backcountry ski touring maps on the market. A place where you can find all the route information you need on one piece of paper: just take a look at the map, find a zone that fits your needs (and the current avalanche conditions), read a little about the zone on the back of the map, and get out into the white room.
Now you’ve got a one-stop-shop to find everything from low-angle pow-day trees to rarely skied and ultra-steep couloirs.
Our hope is that by helping people find the right lines, our maps can inspire more people to get out into the backcountry hooting and hollering and collecting face-shots.
➦ Got a small business you’d like to partner with SnowPals for new sales referrals? Contact for partnership inquires. We’ll dispatch our digital media kit upon receiving your inquiry so you can see our visitor stats and demographics.
️☃️⛷ ⛸
Interested in backcountry skiing and snowboarding (using a splitboard)?
Benefits of backcountry skiing/boarding:
* Enjoy solitude serenity
* Earn your untracked powder runs = burn tons of calories/great workout 🙂
* Enjoy the beauty of our natural environment – views of glades, valleys, glorious lake views, pine trees, snow covered winter wonderland sear into memories that will stay with you a lifetime or more (reincarnation)
* Nature photography
* Many more intangibles you can’t get at ski resorts, so join in..
Connect with a wingman/woman for backcountry safety, share rides to the mountain, perhaps share lodging expenses too, and it’s just more fun when you have some POWder friends to 🏂⛷❄️🏔 with 😉
* * Learn how to stay safe in the backcountry, register for an Intro to AIARE AVALANCHE RESCUE TRAINING; Sierra Avalanche Center (SAC) got hands on backcountry safety courses/classes, details at
Looking for the best value offerings for learn to ski and snowboard package deals for Lake Tahoe resorts?
Skiing and snowboarding is an expensive sport; you not only have to buy or rent skis, snowboard, winter clothing and gear but you also have to purchase a lift ticket to be able access mountain slopes. So the best way to save money for first time learn to ski, board is to take advantage of learn to ski, ride package deals.
What does a typical ski/snowboard package deal includes?
First time learn to ski and snowboard package includes:
+ an all-day beginner lift ticket
+ all-day equipment rental (skis, poles, boots or snowboard and boots) and
+ a 1.75 hour group lesson
Most resorts will have an option to upgrade to a full lift ticket (allowing access to all chairlifts) in the afternoon after completion of lesson package can do so for an additional cost.
The best value deal for Tahoe resorts’ learn to ski, ride packages are ..
1) “Only 280 steps from lift-to-lake gives us an unbeatable lakeside skiing experience.” – parking is free and is slope-side so no need to lug your gear long distances to the ski lift.
2) Homewood got scenic panoramic lake views which makes it seem like you are skiing/riding right into the lake. Great resort for lakeside photography.
3) Great tree runs and especially great on windy days when other Tahoe resorts have to place their ski lifts on wind hold, Homewood’s lifts continue to spin since the resort’s tall trees protect the ski lifts from wind gusts.
Area Map, Get Driving Directions
✔ === Sugar Bowl Mountain Resort === Learn to Ski or Snowboard for $99
Get coaching from the best instructors. Sugar Bowl’s team can take you from “never ever” to making turns on the slopes in no time.
Includes a half day group lesson, rental equipment and beginner lift ticket. Lift ticket valid on White Pine and Nob Hill beginner lifts. Ages 13+.
Morning Half Day | Starts at 9:45am
Afternoon Half Day | Starts at 1:00pm
To ensure availability of instructors prior to your arrival, reservations highly recommended – book ahead at Sugarbowl.com
* Lessons will sell-out most weekends and holidays. If getting rentals, plan to arrive at the rental shop at least 1 hour prior to your lesson time (1 1/2 hours on weekends/holidays). Plan to arrive to the meeting area at least 15 minutes prior to your lesson.
Area Map, Get Driving Directions
✔ === Donner Ski Ranch === – quick and easy access off Interstate 80 North towards Reno on Donner Summit.
Lifts Open 9 am – 4 pm
Snow Tubing 10 am – 4 pm.
LESSON TIMES
9 AM, 10:30 AM, 1 PM, 2:30 PM.
Adult and Youth Learn to Turn Package, Ages 13-69 for $99
Child Learn to Turn Package, Ages 6-12 for $79
This resort has a wide introductory hill, with 16 out of its 52 runs marked for beginners (green circles). Donner Ski Ranch has a front and backside accessible through six chairlifts and a magic carpet.
Donner Ski Ranch is one of oldest ski resorts in Tahoe perfect for everyone including families with kids. Donner Ski Ranch spans 500 acres of varied terrain so there’s something for everyone.
They also have a tubing hill with magic carpet access.
No need to book in advance, pricing is the same everyday even on holidays. If you’re concerned about the ski lessons filling up on the weekends, make sure to reserve spots in advance at donnerskiranch.com/skischool
✔ === Mt Rose ===located less than 20 minutes to Incline Village, and about 45 minutes to Reno on the Mt. Rose Highway (NV-431); a medium sized mountain with 1,200 acres of terrain and a base elevation of 8,260 feet which equates to getting more snow, and to be able to preserve the snow better since it’s colder at higher elevation. Mt Rose offers $99 learn to ski, ride deal which must be booked in advance at SkiRose.com
A great option to ski then stay in Reno with its abundant nightlife, live music, casinos, spa, variety of restaurants and sushi buffets to choose from.
On a holiday weekend when most Tahoe area hotels are booked out or priced out of your range, staying in Reno offers good value lodging accommodations.
Area Map, Get Driving Directions
✔ === TAKE 3, RIDE FREE at Boreal ===
SKI + SNOWBOARD LESSON PROGRAM
Looking for the quickest and most convenient Tahoe resort to get to? Boreal is right off I80 North in Soda Springs and has nine chairlifts, and offers night skiing until 9 pm.
Complete 3 Qualifying Lessons, Get a FREE Boreal Unlimited Season Pass
‘Go from learning to turn and stop to full shred in no time with Boreal’s Take 3, Ride FREE program. Recognized as one of the best beginner ski and ride programs in the country, this prepaid package includes (3) single-day, half-day lesson packages and a FREE Boreal Season Pass* on your fourth visit.
LESSON REGISTRATION
Register for the half day Take 3, Ride Free lesson at any rental services cashier station. After registration and rental pick-up, lessons meet outside at the Snowports School meeting area.
LESSON TIMES
Please allow adequate time for registration paperwork, rental equipment fitting, and check-in. Arrive at least two hours prior to your lesson-start time on holiday* dates and one hour prior to your lesson start-time during non-holiday dates.
✔ === Sierra-at-Tahoe == 2019/20 Adult Learn to Ski + Snowboard Online Advance Booking Special Rate From $79 and up depending on how far in advance you book it online.
2.5-hour First-timer Lesson Package
‘Save up to 50% off! This is the most affordable learn to ski or snowboard package in Lake Tahoe. There goes your final excuse to not get out on the slopes with the rest of your family!
This package includes:
Lift ticket (limited access to the conveyor lift(s) on Easy Street and Easy Rider Express)
Rental equipment (includes skis and ski boots or snowboard and snowboard boots)
A 2.5 hour first-timer group lesson
These packages are valid for adults age 13+, everyday.
This package is available in limited quantities and must be purchased online 48 hours in advance of your lesson package reservation. Valid for first timer skiers/riders only. Not valid in terrain parks. Learn to ski and snowboard package deals start at $79, to get the best rate, book ahead at SierraatTahoe.com
2019/20 Peak Dates
November 29-30, 2019 | December 26 – January 1, 2020 | January 18-20, 2020 | February 15-22, 2020
Things to Know
+ Please note that lessons are subject to selling out. While reservations are not required, we strongly recommended you make them at least 48 hours prior to your arrival.
+ Please check in 1 hour before the start of your lesson. After pre-lesson registration and equipment fitting, attendees meet ON SNOW 15 minutes before lesson start time (9:45 am or 12:45 pm) with instructor to discuss itinerary/lesson details.
+ Dress appropriately for the weather. Layers are best.
+ Be sure you have eye protection (goggles for snowy days and sunglasses for sunny days).
+ Hats, gloves, sunscreen and other items you might forget are available at the Sierra Mt. Sports Shop .
+ Ski pants and helmet rentals are available at the mountain.
See what it is like when you enrolled in a learn to ski, ride lesson; watch the YouTube video
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is there enough snow in Tahoe?
March 1, 2020 brings fresh snow to Tahoe with Sierra at Tahoe reporting 1 foot of new snow and Mt Rose reporting 17 inches of fresh powder.
In addition, with current season total ranging from 109 inches to 196 inches (equals 16.3 feet) of snow, and January 2020 snow total of 19 inches to 45 inches (3.5 ft) of snow, Lake Tahoe resorts got abundant snow to enjoy freshly groomed corduroy ski slopes and bluebird ski days. View Tahoe resorts live cams and current snow report.
Tahoe Resorts Snow Report by OpenSnow .com
How much money do I save when I choose a package deal vs ala carte pricing for learn to ski/ride?
Let’s break it down:
+ Adult lift ticket window pricing at Squaw Alpine $169
+ Adult ski or snowboard rentals at Squaw Alpine Sport Package (skis, boots, poles or snowboard and boots) is $62 for one day rate
+ Learn to ski, snowboard private three hour lesson is $609
Compared with learn to ski, ride package deals, how much savings are you looking at?
Why is it ideal to learn to ski, snowboard on bluebird days?
Notably, it is much faster to drive to/from Tahoe when tire chains are NOT required (as of Feb 21, 2020). With tire chains installed, maximum speed is 30 mph which means it will likely take you 40-50% longer to get to the resort when chains are required. Even with AWD/4WD vehicles, posted speed limit is 35 mph when chain controls are in effect.
Clear blue skies means you will have great visibility to see and navigate your way down the mountain when you learn to ski/ride (unlike during a snow storm with wind gusts and snow flying sideways where you’d likely have low to zero visibility).
In addition, you’ll likely find great deals on lodging and hotel stays when it is not snowing.
What to pack/checklist for a ski, ride day on the slopes?
– Sunscreen
– Gloves: water-proof types
– Glove and sock liners: these are thin liners that you can wear on cold days to stay warm and to help keep your feet/hands dry
– Goggles/sun-glasses
– Socks: moisture wicking ski socks
– Snow-pants: water-proof/gore-tex types
– Jackets: water-proof/gore-tex types
– Helmet
– Water/Gatorade so you won’t get dehydrated
– Energy bar or trail mix for a quick snack
– Helps to bring a two-way radio to communicate with your family/friends since cell phones will likely not have reception/service
– Helps to bring a set of dry clothes, socks to change into after skiing/snowboarding
How many days does it take to learn to ski and snowboard?
Learning to ski/snowboard takes time and it really depends on various factors such as if you have some experience in similar sports like in-line skating, surfing, skate boarding, etc where you learned how to balance and handle fluid, agile movements. In general, it helps to learn to ski, ride for consecutive days (at least 3 days in a row) so you can repeat the lesson and practice to learn the skills needed to improve to the next ski, ride level.
Photo courtesy of Heavenly Mountain Resort
What’s the best snowboarding protective safety gear?
SF Bay Area to Tahoe ski bus trips: one day, overnight ski trips: get $10 off on one day trips, $15 off on overnight ski bus trips. Sleep on the bus, have a fun day of skiing and snowboarding and watch movies on the return bus ride. Overnight ski bus trips consist of two days of skiing + hotel stay close to the resort with hot tub amenities and nightlife so you can make the most of your ski/ride trip weekend getaway.
if we missed listing a deal you know about; advance thanks!
♥ Invite family and friends to join in on a learn to ski, ride trip; share this page via , twitter, facebook.
This year’s most popular tech gadget is a GoPro Hero 7 Black. GoPro Hero 7 is definitively unmatched for action videography; key features..
✔ HyperSmooth stabilization achieves gimbal-like video—without the gimbal; it predicts your movements and corrects for camera shake to deliver insanely smooth footage
✔ Rugged design is waterproof down to 33 ft. (10m) without a housing, letting you capture and share experiences you can’t record with your phone
✔ Voice control lets you stay in the moment and control the camera hands-free with voice commands like “GoPro, take a photo” and “GoPro, start recording” – Read the specs and features.
GoPro Hero7 Black Camera YouTube Reviews
REI Member Benefits
10% back on full-price items! The REI Annual Dividend is a unique benefit of membership. It is your share of the co-op’s annual profit, and is comprised of your member dividend.
Member-only coupons and discounts
Access to in-store REI Garage Sales
Bike shop services and ski shop services; available in most REI stores.
Lift tickets and special offers at selected ski resorts.
Discounts on REI trips, classes, travel packages
REI members receive yearly 10% back in dividend cash back reward. Not a member? Join for a one-time $20 Lifetime membership fee during checkout.
Members get additional discount coupon every three months with REI’s quarterly sale.
For example, for the Fall season, members can use coupon code GEARUP2018 to get 20% off discount on one full price item at checkout.
REI is independently rated #1 in retail sporting goods for customer service satisfaction paired with high-quality outdoor products.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Why we love REI? At REI, unlike other retailers, they stand behind everything they sell. We love REI’s 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. REI’s promise is simply the best..
“If you are not satisfied with your REI purchase, you can return it for a replacement or refund within one year of purchase.”
REI’s guarantee doesn’t cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents.
If your item has a manufacturing defect in its materials or workmanship, you can return it at any time with REI’s limited warranty.
Returning or Exchanging Items
You can return or exchange purchases from REI or REI Garage by mail or at any of our retail locations, regardless of whether you made your purchase online, by phone or in an REI store. – REI
At Sports Basement we have some exciting specials for the winter ski season specifically geared to get families snow-ready.
Join us for SNOWFEST..
Start the snow season off with a bang at Sports Basement SnowFest this November!
We’ll be hosting SnowFest 2019 at all 10 of our Sports Basement stores this year where you’ll have access to sweet deals on winter gear & resort passes. Plus, attend to win raffle prizes such as an unrestricted IKON pass, Snowboards from K2, Burton Bindings, GoPro Camera +
Outerwear jackets and pants from Roxy, Pret Helmets, Blizzard Skis, and swag from many of your favorite brands!** Raffles will be held every 30 Minutes!
Spend $100 or more you’ll get a 2-for-1 voucher to Squaw | Alpine* in addition to an extra raffle ticket to win tons of prizes.
RSVP below and keep checking back as we update more details including raffle prizes, guest lists, our beneficiaries, and more!
Sports Basement Presents SnowFest (click on the location below to RSVP):
It’s time to get your winter stoke on! Save the date and get ready to kick off the season with our 70th anniversary film, Warren Miller’s Timeless, presented by Volkswagen. Featuring ski legends like Glen Plake, alongside newcomers Caite Zeliff, Jaelin Kauf, and Baker Boyd. Road-trip with rippers from Arlberg to the Matterhorn, be immersed in the hometown hill of Eldora and discover a different side of Jackson Hole, plus much more.
At Sports Basement we have some exciting specials for the winter season specifically geared to get you ready for the snow! Whether your renting or buying, we’ve got you covered.
Sports Basement truly is Bay Area born n’ raised. Our first ever store opened up in Mission Bay in San Francisco back in 1998, and though we grew out of that space pretty quickly, we’ve made sure to maintain our local roots. Twenty years later, we’re proud to say we’ve kept it local, though our reach has spread wide—you can find us as far south as Campbell and as far north as Santa Rosa!
Exclusive discounted shopping events, two times a year, at any of Sports Basement’s 10 locations and online. You’ll receive a members only promo code when the discounts go live!
Become a Basementeer and get 10% off every item, every time you shop! 10% of the profits made from your purchases go to the charity or school you choose. No points. No waiting. Just saving and giving.
Plus, your Basementeer discount stacks so you get your 10% off in addition to the SnowPals discount! SnowPals members need to show the coupon at checkout to get the discount at any of Sports Basement’s 10 Bay Area locations.
Membership can be purchased online or in-store for a one-time $25 fee.
Please so everyone can take advantage of deals and special promotions.
Sports Basement SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA Store Locations & Hours
== BERKELEY ==
Sports Basement
Berkeley
2727 Milvia St
Berkeley, CA, 94703
(510) 984-3907
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-8pm
== CAMPBELL ==
Sports Basement
Campbell
1875 S Bascom Ave, Suite 240
The Pruneyard Shopping Center
Campbell, CA, 95008
(408) 899-5783
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 8am-8pm
== NOVATO ==
Sports Basement
Novato
100 Vintage Way
Novato, CA, 94945
(415) 493-2633
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-8pm
== REDWOOD CITY ==
Sports Basement
Redwood City
202 Walnut Street
Redwood City, CA, 94063
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 8am-8pm
== SAN FRANCISCO ON BRYANT STREET ==
Sports Basement
San Francisco Bryant Street
1590 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA, 94103
(415) 575-3001
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 8am-8pm
== SAN FRANCISCO PRESIDIO ==
Sports Basement
San Francisco Presidio
610 Old Mason St.
San Francisco, CA, 94129
(415) 934-2900
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 8am-8pm
== SAN RAMON ==
Sports Basement
San Ramon
1041 Market Place
San Ramon, CA, 94583
(925) 498-6130
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-7pm
== SANTA ROSA ==
Sports Basement
Santa Rosa
1970 Santa Rosa Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA, 95407
(707) 921-3147
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-7pm
== SUNNYVALE ==
Sports Basement
Sunnyvale
1177 Kern Ave
Sunnyvale, CA, 94085
(408) 598-4240
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-8pm
== WALNUT CREEK ==
Sports Basement
Walnut Creek
1881 Ygnacio Valley Road
Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
(925) 941-6100
Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-7pm
2017 – 2018 Ski Season Tahoe learn to ski and snowboard package deals and discounts for beginners to advanced
Lake Tahoe ski resorts offer learn to ski and snowboard deals and discounts for skiers and snowboarders through out the ski season with a few Tahoe resorts offering deals good on weekends and holidays.
Gather family and friends together to take advantage of these deals and introduce them to learn an enjoyable snow sports that will last a lifetime; plan a getaway; browse and book a Tahoe vacation rental.
Skiing and snowboarding can be an expensive sport especially for beginners without any gear but that doesn’t have to be true if you take advantage of Tahoe ski resorts introductory and promo deals. Discount learn to ski and snowboard package deals include ski / snowboard lessons, beginner’s lift ticket, and equipment rentals.
The Learn to Ski and Snowboard promos offer great value deals for children and adults who are first-time skiers to get started skiing and riding down powdery Tahoe scenic slopes without breaking the bank.
For last minute lift ticket deals, browse discounts at:
Best Tahoe learn to ski and snowboard deals:
(1) Boreal’s TAKE 3, RIDE FREE
Recognized as one of the country’s best beginner programs , this pre-paid package automatically enrolls you into the Take 3, Ride FREE program and includes (3) Single Day Half Day Lesson Packages and a FREE 2017-18 Season Pass on your fourth visit! What we like about Boreal Mountain resort is the fact that it is easy to get to with quick access off of Highway 80 on Donner Summit plus an added bonus of night skiing.
(2) Homewood’s $69 adult ski and snowboard first-timer packages
Homewood Mountain Resort offers the best learn to ski/snowboard deal in the Lake Tahoe region – for just $69. Sunday through Friday, non-holiday, first-timers will receive a half-day lesson package which includes an all-day equipment rental (helmet not included in package but available at an additional cost) and beginner lift ticket – It’s everything you need to make your first turns on snow!
Simply purchase your Learn to Ski or Learn to Ride package online, at least 2 days in advance of your desired lesson date to receive the special $69 price all season long.
What we also like at Homewood is their incredible lake views; skiing and riding down Homewood slopes gives you a breathe-taking view of the lake. Very beautifully scenic for a first timer. Romantic setting no less. 😉
The advantage of learning to ski or snowboard on non-holiday weekdays is you’ll get more personal attention and with less folks at the resort, you basically have the whole mountain to yourself – less people on the slopes.
(4) Donner Ski Ranch offers perhaps the best deal all-around; even on weekends and holidays, the price is the same: adults, youths, and seniors can sign up for the learn to ski or snowboard deal package for $99 while child (ages 7-12) package is $79. Why pay the high price of big mountain resorts when you only need a bunny hill to learn on?
Designed for first-time skiers and beginners, our Learn to Turn package includes a restricted lift ticket, granting access to beginner terrain on the front of the mountain via the skiing moving carpet and chairlifts #4 and #6, ski or snowboard equipment rental package, and a 1.5 hour group lesson.
LESSON TIMES
9 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm
Lift tickets and rentals valid for full-day skiing and riding.
Anyone who purchases a Learn to Turn package may use the moving carpet to practice on one’s own prior to his/her lesson. Visit the ticket window to secure your space. Lessons will be offered on a first come, first served basis.
Looking to buy gear, skis, snowboard or snow sports clothing? REI is having their REI’s Winter Clearance Sale.
Save up to 50% on Cold Weather Clothing and Footwear. Plus Save 50% off or more at REI Garage! Shop early for the best selection. Free U.S. Standard Shipping on all Skis and Snowboards. Earn a $100 REI Gift Card when you apply for an REI Mastercard. Browse clearance sale items.
Tahoe Ride Trips (formerly known as Bay Area Ski Bus) is offering a fun season kick-off ski bus trip to Mammoth Mountain’s Opening Weekend from Saturday November 10, 218 to Monday November 12, 2018.
SPECIAL EVENT – Mammoth Opening Day 2 Night, Three Days Ski Bus Trip! (November 10 – 12, 2018).
This is a one time trip, with special pricing, as well as special events hosted by Mammoth Mountain. Trip includes deluxe bus transport, lodging with ski-in ski-out access, breakfast on bus travel days, and 2-day lift tickets..plus enjoy all of Mammoth’s opening weekend festivities.
Bus trip pick-up locations & times:
(1) Sunnyvale, CA pick-up at 2:00 AM
(2) San Francisco, CA 2:50 AM
(3) Walnut Creek, CA 3:30 AM
Use ‘ snowpals18 ‘ discount code at TahoeSkiTrips to get $10 off discount
.
Trip details
Mammoth Mountain Opening Weekend Festivities
Saturday, November 10 | Shred Day + Snowboard Movie
1PM Live music on the Sundeck
5–7PM Pre-movie Happy Hour
7PM Movie Screening: KamiKazu
♥ Share this page with friends and family via , twitter, facebook.