Frequently Asked Questions
These are some questions we get a lot in the office. Click any question below for more info.
Can I get credit for my trip if I cancel by the deadline?
Does Blizzard offer scholarships?
How do I invite a guest?
If I drive, where do I get my lift ticket?
What does the membership fee cover?
If my child gets sick, can I get a refund?
What is the difference between SuperKyds and Classic?
What is the difference between SuperMites and SuperKyds?
In SuperMites, our 7-8 year olds sit in the front of the bus with a staff member, are escorted from the bus and hand delivered to their instructors at their group table in the chalet where the instructors takes group attendance and help the kids gear up for the day. In this program, kids are grouped by ability level (never-ever, beginner, intermediate or advanced) and with friends, when ability level allows. SuperMites are with the same two instructors and eight kids for the entire eleven week program. They are on the hill together, have lunch together, break together and are supervised all day, at all times, in all areas. All activities are as a group and skill development is as a group. At 3p, the group heads back into the chalet to pack up for the day and are escorted back out to the buses by 3:30p.
In SuperKyds, our 9-10 year olds still sit in the front of the bus with a staff member, are escorted from the bus and hand delivered to their instructor at their group table in the chalet where the instructor takes group attendance and helps the kids gear up for the day. Then, from about 10a - 12p, the SuperKyds group (one instructor and up to 10 kids) and their instructor spend the morning together working on theme based skills such as racing, bumps and jumps, speed control and all out fun! From about 12p - 12:45p, the group has lunch together. At 1p -3p, the SuperKyds gather at the lesson cone area for their color level (ability level) lessons. Kids are re-grouped by their individual color level and progress through these colors as they master the skills, always working at their ability level and at their own pace. At 3p, the kids are escorted back into the chalet to their main group table, pack up for the day and are escorted back out to the buses by 3:30p.
What is the relationship with Hoigaards?
Hoigaard's is one of Blizzard's retail partners. Blizzard members receive a discount on ski and snowboard related gear and apparel through the end of February. In addition, Blizzard and Hoigaard's often co-sponsor member and community events.
For complete information about Blizzard's relationship with Hoigaard's,
click here.
What should I bring each week?
When does Blizzard cancel trips? How will I know?
Where are the bus stops?
Where are the bus times listed for each trip?
Why can't my kids rent equipment at the area each time?
Why do I need to RSVP by the deadline? Can't I just show up?
To plan buses efficiently and keep your weekly trip fees as low as possible, the office needs to know who is coming each week. We print rosters to take attendance for all members by bus and check everyone in the morning and the afternoon, for safety. If you contact us after the deadline, there's really nothing we can do to add you to a bus; everything is already printed and sent to the bus company by Fridays at 9am.
We plan enough space on each bus for Blizzard members to enjoy a pleasant ride to and from the area, and have enough lift tickets on the bus for those registered. If people do not make a reservation and just show up, the bus ride can get very crowded and uncomfortable. Also, it may be possible that the bus is full and you will not be allowed on the trip if you have not made a reservation.
Under extenuating circumstances, you can go to the bus stop and ask the Blizzard chaperone if there's space on the bus. If there is, you may have to go to the Blizzard Table at the area to get your lift ticket.
Please do yourself and everyone else on the bus a favor and always RSVP as soon as possible!
Why is there a no-show fee?
If you make a reservation and then miss the trip
without canceling your reservation by the deadline (typically Thursday at 8pm), you will be charged a No-Show Fee. This fee covers busing and administrative expenses and is necessary to keep costs low for all members.
Exceptions to the No-Show Fee may be made on an individual basis in the case of sudden illness or family emergency if you contact the office. We would rather have your child recuperating at home than having a miserable day on the hill -- and sharing their germs with everyone else on the bus. Your call or email on Friday or Saturday will be appreciated so we can let our staff know the status of your child.