For them they offer a parent-share ticket. Then, when it's time to switch, both parents go to the inforomation desk to make the switch. The deal allows as many switches as the skiers want. It's a beginner chair, just right for trying a few turns on the snow. A number of resorts offer great beginner deals for children.
Seniors get great specials during the week.
Seniors should note that several major areas have raised the age bracket for their senior skier tickets, making us think that there are so many healthy oldsters that the age limit is going up with the ticket price. Next Sunday, parents can ski for free with a paying child, one to a parent, at Tahoe-Donner. This cozy little area just north of Truckee is perfect for beginners and low intermediates. Both offers are good during nonholiday periods. Alpine skiers can save anytime through two gas station promotions.