Schweitzer Offers Ways to Save For 2012/2013

Ski and Board -- With a budget
Skiing doesn’t have to be an expensive sport. From skiing and snowboarding, to snowtubing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and much more, one will find cost effective ways to entertain the entire family. Schweitzer Mountain Resort offers a variety of ways to keep more money in guest’s wallets with deals such as The Sunday Solution, Multi Day Tickets, Group Trips, Season Passes and the Ski3 pack of lift tickets.

Season passes are a sure way to get the biggest bang out of a buck. Increase savings by ordering a season pass before 10/31/2012. Passes can be purchased online at Schweitzer.com, by mail, visiting the Season Pass office located in the Ski & Ride center, or by calling 208.263.9555, extension 2313.

This year season passholders will gain more benefit from their pass than just the freedom to ski every day.
Passholders ski for 50 percent off at Schweitzer’s sister resort, Whitewater – located in Nelson, BC. They
receive 10% bonus cash when they load money on their pass for use at all Schweitzer Mountain Outlets.
Passholders also get 5 days of free skiing at White Pass Ski Resort, located in White Pass, Washington. To see a full list of deals visit Schweitzer’s “passholder perks” page at www.schweitzer.com

For those not ready to commit to a season pass, buying a Ski3 ticket pack is the best bet. At a discounted price of $162 plus tax, a 20 percent savings over the ticket window, guests can purchase a pack of 3 lift tickets and the options are endless. Purchasers can use the tickets for themselves, or share them with family and friends that are visiting for the holidays. The Ski3 pack can be split into separate tickets which make them great for stocking stuffers or prizes at company holiday parties. This offer is only available until 11/11/2012.

Sunday Solution is Schweitzer Mountain Resort’s way of saying “thank you” to the locals who continue to support the mountain. Come on up any Sunday afternoon during the season, excluding 12/30/2012, 01/20/13, 02/17/13, and enjoy $25 tickets purchased online or $35 tickets at the window. This deal allows people to sit back and relax during the morning and then hit the mountain in the afternoon starting at 12:30pm to enjoy 2,900 skiable acres.

January is National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, and Schweitzer will be rolling out some lowcost introductory classes. Learn to packages as low as $39 will be available to first time skiers and riders who are seven and older and will include lesson, rentals and a beginner lift ticket. Come play under the night lights for only $15. Twilight skiing lasts 3pm - 7pm, with available trails off the Basin Express Quad and Musical Chairs. To get an even better deal purchase a twilight ticket online for $8 with the “own the night” program, 50% of the proceeds will benefit a local organization. Twilight skiing is available most weekends and holidays, visit www.schweitzer.com to see the full schedule and to learn more about the “own the night” program.

If one is planning on spending a few days riding the mountain, multi day tickets are the way to go. These tickets allow for spending the whole day tearing it up, and provide a discount for spending more days at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. While up on the mountain guests can always enjoy other activities such as drinking hot cocoa, shopping, and eating the favorite foods of the Northwest. For added savings, purchase multi day tickets online.

Group trips are a great way to get friends and family together, have fun, and save some cash. Arranging a group of 20 or more with a 72 hour advance call prior to a trip to Schweitzer Mountain Resort will save money on lift tickets, rentals, lessons or snow tubing. Group trips are not only great for family reunions, but also for schools and colleges, church groups, ski clubs and corporate and government groups. For more information on 2012/2013 winter prices visit schweitzer.com or call the group sales hotline at 208-263-9555, extension 2820.

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Schweitzer Mountain Resort
Schweitzer Mountain Resort is quickly rising in the ranks of the nation’s top destination resorts with 2900 acres of amazing terrain and renowned tree skiing. Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle and the northwest Rocky Mountains, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint and Lake Pend Oreille. Schweitzer is well known for its two massive bowls, breathtaking views and amazing gladed terrain. For more information about Schweitzer Mountain Resort call 877.487.4643 or visit www.schweitzer.com.