Squaw and Alpine Launch New Daily $69 Learn to Ski and Ride Package

As part of National Learn to Ski and Ride Month, beginners can learn to ski and ride for just $69 every day this January at Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows

[Olympic Valley and Tahoe City, Calif.] January 10, 2011 – Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows announced a new daily $69 learn to ski and ride package in honor of National Learn to Ski and Ride Month. Starting this January 11, beginner skiers and riders (ages 13+) can get a lift ticket, rental package and full day lesson for just $69 (normally $159, or $149 if purchased in advance). The $69 learn to ski and ride package is available daily through January 31, 2012 and can be purchased in the Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows rental shops.

The sunny blue skies and immaculate grooming make for ideal conditions for first time skiers and riders – making this January the perfect time to try a new sport at an incredible price.

In addition to the daily $69 learn to ski and ride package this month, Squaw and Alpine Meadows are offering a special $39 learn to ski and ride package on Sunday, January 29, including a half-day lesson (10 a.m.- 1 p.m.), beginner lift ticket and equipment rentals.

“Whether you’re a first-time skier or rider or simply looking to advance your skills, this is a great time to get out on the hill,” said Dee Byrne, director of snow sports. “Our experienced instructors will provide the foundation you need to develop proper technique and will have you falling in love with the sport.”

For those that find they are hooked after just one lesson, there is the option to upgrade for $130 to Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows’ learn to ski/ride three-day progression package. The Progression Package includes three days of lessons, lift tickets, rental equipment, and a learn-to-turn guarantee for ages 13+. Lessons can be taken consecutively or spread throughout the season. This package is offered daily throughout the season for just $289.

For more information and additional packages catering specifically to first time skiers and riders, please click here.



About Squaw Valley
Host of the 1960 Winter Olympics, Squaw Valley is internationally renowned for legendary terrain that spans 3,600 skiable acres, six peaks and 30 chairlifts, and ranges from an expansive mountaintop beginner area to unrivaled expert steeps, trees and bowls. Off the mountain, families relax in The Village at Squaw Valley around the cozy fire pits or enjoy a host of restaurants, bars, boutiques and art galleries. Guests can stay in one of The Village at Squaw Valley’s one, two or three bedroom suites, each with a fireplace, kitchen and balcony, for the ultimate slopeside lodging experience. More details are available at www.squaw.com.

About Alpine Meadows
Ranked as a top winter resort by SKI Magazine, Alpine Meadows is known for its abundant and varied skiable terrain, family-friendly atmosphere, and innovative children’s ski and snowboard programs. Alpine’s seven powder bowls, summit-to-base groomed slopes, and authentic hospitality are among the many attributes that have made the resort a favorite of the local community and visitors alike. Alpine Meadows offers skiers and riders access to more than 100 trails across 2,400 skiable acres serviced by 14 lifts. With its high annual snowfall, the resort boasts one of Tahoe’s longest skiing and boarding seasons, which this past season, along with Squaw Valley, ran through July 4th. For more information, please see www.skialpine.com.

Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows recently joined forces, bringing the two ski resorts under common ownership. Skiers and riders can now access 6,000 skiable acres, 43 lifts and 270+ trails at Squaw and Alpine Meadows on the Tahoe Super Pass or any lift ticket.