Buff One Cards with an activated RTD bus pass will take students up there free of charge. The RTD also goes to the majority of Colorado s other 25 official ski resorts, but charges a nominal fee. Certain resorts are also offering great deals at the start of the season to encourage people to come out to the slopes and try them out. The tickets may be spread out however the purchaser wishes, with minor exceptions. Ski resorts also offer great deals on weekend lodging for those students who wish to spend more time skiing over the weekend than commuting back and forth.
Some resorts hold special deals from time to time, just for college students.
Steamboat Mountain holds an annual College Week, which this year is taking place from Jan. 3-Jan.8, 2001. During this time, they will offer discounted lift tickets, lodging, and special activities. This nationally publicized event draws college students in to Steamboat from across the country, as they also offer discounted air fares for those out side of Colorado, according to their official website. Pre-purchasing tickets either online or at local business can save money as well. Tony Martinez, who has owned the Crystal Ski Shop for four years, sells discounted tickets at his shop.