Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Blizzard Ski and Snowboard School Ride the Edge! ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://blizzardmn.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Newsletters](https://blizzardmn.com/about/newsletters/) - OLD Did you miss one of our Constant Contact e-newsletters? Not to worry! They're all right here. Have a question about Blizzard's marketing programs? Contact us! Blizzard Post Season News - March 16, 2022 Blizzard Member Days - November 19, 2021 Blizzard Member Days - November 3, 2021 Blizzard Preseason Events - October 27, 2021 - [Hello, Summer!](https://blizzardmn.com/hello-summer/) - While it's sweltering outside, we're sending you happy memories on the slopes to cool you down! Ever wonder what your Blizzard team does during the summer? Planning for you, of course! Creating exciting programming for skiers and boarders in grades K-12! Developing clinics using the latest in ski and snowboard instruction techniques for our staff! And - [MN + Snow = Safety, Fun & Learning](https://blizzardmn.com/mn-snow-safety-fun-learning/) - Winter is here! Get off the couch and on the slopes! There’s nothing like playing in crisp Minnesota sunshine from November through March. Go skiing and snowboarding, or any fun activity that gets you and your family outside to enjoy our great Minnesota winters. Read the newest post from Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School - [Complete your pre-season checklist today!](https://blizzardmn.com/complete-your-pre-season-checklist-today/) - Dear Blizzard Families, Our first trips are only a few weeks away. Have you completed your Pre-Season Top 10 Checklist? Read below to find out! Got questions? We have answers! Join us at the Family Information Night via zoom on Thursday, Nov 13 @7pm. Get your equpment and everything else you need for the season at Blizzard Member Days in the - [What's Up, November?](https://blizzardmn.com/whats-up-november/) - Dear Blizzard Families, The countdown to Blizzard is on! Just over 30 days until our first trip! Make sure you're prepared for Family Info Night and Member Days! Get your Season Pass and Merch before it expires on Nov 17! And check out our NEW School's Out trips and Snowboard Race program! Subscribe to our calendar for - [The Magic of Winter](https://blizzardmn.com/the-magic-of-winter/) - Our first Blizzard trip is less than 60 days away! Here are a few to-dos to make sure your skiers and snowboarders are ready to hit the slopes! 1Risk Waiver– Due Oct 24 This is required for all members and staff skiing/riding at MN snowsports areas. Log into your Blizzard account, select a person, and click on “Waivers - [#backtoblizzard 2025-26](https://blizzardmn.com/backtoblizzard-2025/) - Dear Blizzard Families, Welcome back to Blizzard! Excitement is building as we plan for the 2025-26 season, so remember to register now! Programs are filling up fast! A special welcome to all our new families! MEMBERS & STAFF: Watch your email in early October to complete required waivers and forms in your account. PARENTS: You can hit the slopes - [Investing in Blizzard Instructors](https://blizzardmn.com/investing-in-blizzard-instructors/) - Blizzard wants to ensure your kids have the best quality instruction on the slopes. To do that, we invest in our instructors' professional development through clinics, certification, national conferences and more. Learn what Blizzard Director/Owner Jeff Lewin shared in the PSIA-AASI Central Region magazine to learn how this positively impacts all skiers and snowboarders. - [It's Blizzard Member Days - Nov 9 & 10](https://blizzardmn.com/its-blizzard-member-days-nov-9-10/) - Got your gear? Everything tuned-up? Snowpants fit? Need new mittens? We've got you covered! Come pick-up your MEMBERSHIP PACKET, meet Blizzard staff, take advantage of discounts for the entire family and get geared-up for the season with our fantastic retail partners! Mark your calendar for Blizzard Member Days on November 9 & 10 at our - [What are you doing this winter?](https://blizzardmn.com/what-are-you-doing-this-winter/) - Blizzard offers several programs to get your teen off the couch and on the slopes! Besides teaching your teen how to ski or snowboard, Blizzard emphasizes independence, time management, responsibility, leadership skills and outdoor winter fun! Mark your calendar for Blizzard Member Days on November 9 & 10 at our retail partner locations. Discounts and more - [#backtoblizzard 2024-25](https://blizzardmn.com/backtoblizzard-2024-25/) - Only 65 days until the first Blizzard trip! Are you registered? Got your gear? Want to teach with us? Let us know what you are looking forward to this season! Read more! - [We Can't Wait!](https://blizzardmn.com/we-cant-wait/) - It's #backtoblizzard time and we can't wait! The leaves are turning, pumpkin spice is back and it's time to start thinking about skiing and boarding! Your to do's -- register, get your gear and get excited to hit the slopes! Read More - [Top 10 Checklist](https://blizzardmn.com/top-10-checklist/) - Are you #seasonready? Snow season is on it's way! Have you completed your Top 10 checklist to get season ready? Here's a teaser of a few to-do's. 1Risk waiver Layer, layer, layer Protect your gear Family Information Night Show your Blizzard spirit LEARN MORE - [Family Info Night](https://blizzardmn.com/family-info-night/) - Got questions? Get answers. Join our virtual Family Information Sessions on November 10 and 15 from 7:00-8:30pm What is a typical day? Do I need my own equipment? Where are the bus stops? Who is in my child's group? What's for lunch? How do I register for a trip? What's Top Black? Meet Directors Jeff - [Skiing & Snowboarding in October!!!!](https://blizzardmn.com/skiing-snowboarding-in-october/) - Wild Mountain is the first snowsports area open in the nation! New Blizzard Instructor, Erin Arifin, was there to hit the slopes. See what she had to say when interviewed by Fox 9 news. And mark your calendars for Nov 27 when Blizzard's Teen & Family trip officially visits Wild Mountain! - [Blizzard Member Days!](https://blizzardmn.com/blizzard-member-days-2/) - Get #geared-up and ready to hit the slopes Blizzard style! Visit your favorite Blizzard retail parnter during Blizzard Member Weekend on November 5 & 6 for special offers, discounts and most importantly, to get your gear! Purchase your ski or snowboard package including boots, bindings and poles Schedule ski or snowboard tuning appointment Boot fitting - [#BacktoBlizzard](https://blizzardmn.com/https-conta-cc-3rkt8jk/) - September Newsletter Welcome back to Blizzard! Excitement is building as we plan for the 2022-23 season, so remember to register now! Programs are filling up fast! A special welcome to all our new families! It’s not too early to get your gear! Visit our retail partners this fall to take advantage of great deals on equipment, outerwear and more! Click here for details on - [Ski & Snowboard for Free!!](https://blizzardmn.com/ski-snowboard-for-free/) - Become an Instructor! Blizzard is now seeking dedicated, energetic, ski and snowboard instructors to teach our members in K-12th grades. YOU can have a fantastic winter on the slopes and get paid for it. Plus, more kids will be able to enjoy the Blizzard experience! If you have the passion, we'll teach you the skills! FREE training! FREE transportation! - [Blizzard on KDWB](https://blizzardmn.com/kdwb-dave-ryan-in-the-morning/) - KDWB's Dave Ryan's featured Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School on their August 9 segment of "What's on Your Radar?" Dave's son Carson loved Blizzard for 10 seasons. Falen's son, Dillon, is a Blizzard kid, too! What are you waiting for? - [Thank You Ski Patrol](https://blizzardmn.com/thank-you-ski-patrol/) - Wild Mountain Ski Patrolers were honored for saving the life of Blizzard Instructor, Charlie Mehr, on December 12, 2021. It's summertime, but some ski patroller - [Thinking About Ski Season](https://blizzardmn.com/thinking-about-ski-season/) - It's labor day, and I'm already thinking of ski season. - [Blizzard Post Season News](https://blizzardmn.com/blizzard-post-season-news/) - Blizzard Strong! Woohoo! Another fun season on the slopes for Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. 63 years and still going strong! Blizzard families continue to surprise us with requests for more program dates, as we added December trips to our Sunday program this past season. We can't wait to show you what is planned for ## Pages - [Home](https://blizzardmn.com/) - [text-blocks id=blizzard-company-synopsis] - [ProTrack Instructor Development](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/protrack/) - Take your professional development to the next level with ProTrack! Blizzard offers over 50 clinics to our own ski & snowboard instructors each season to support their professional development. Tailored selections from our extensive training program are available to any pro through our ProTrack Instructor Development program. These clinics are led by experienced PSIA-AASI certified - [Payment information](https://blizzardmn.com/faq/payment-information/) - Busy family lives mean we’re all looking for affordable prices and flexibility. Blizzard offers a unique pricing structure which provides families with the most flexible, economical option for a full season of snowsports fun! Program Fee All members pay a Program Fee to join Blizzard. This fee covers your instruction for the entire season, all membership - [Cancellation Policy](https://blizzardmn.com/faq/cancellation-policy/) - What is the refund policy? Payment is due at time of registration. If Program Fees are not paid within 30 days, your registration may be cancelled. If you cancel your registration, the following refund schedule applies to the total of all Program Fees and fees paid for any Season Passes or Flex Passes: By August - [Guest Pass](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/guest-pass/) - We love having guests at Blizzard! When you submit your own reservation for an event, you can invite a guest to attend! Make sure your guest accepts their invitation, registers with Blizzard, and submits their own reservation for the event. Then you can redeem your guest pass! The office will apply it to the event - [Group Change Request](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/move-a-kid-request/) - We appreciate your feedback about members in your group. Program Directors will review this info and respond within one week. Changes are allowed ONLY after week #3 (week #2 for Mites). To change a Mite, SuperMite, or SuperKyd to another group: Discuss the issue with a Program Director (PD). If the issue can be resolved - [Blizzard Staff](https://blizzardmn.com/blizzard-app/pwa-staff/) - [Blizzard Season Pass](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/season-pass/) - Add a Blizzard Season Pass to your program registration and say goodbye to weekly trip fees! Here's how it works: Register for an 11-week Blizzard program. Purchase a Blizzard Season Pass for $1,100 per person for 11 regular season trips. With weekly trip fees averaging about $110 each, that's 11 trips for less than the - [Our Partners](https://blizzardmn.com/about/our-partners/) - Retail Partners We partner with leading ski and snowboard industry retailers to bring special opportunities to Blizzard families. Our partners are pleased to provide special discounts and great customer service for Blizzard members! Please remember to present your Blizzard membership card to receive your discounts or promotions. Thank you to our great retail partners! Visit - [Member Services Associate](https://blizzardmn.com/member-services-associate/) - Blizzard believes that skiing and snowboarding are life-long family activities. The office team not only rewards you with the fun and satisfaction of working with young (and old!) snowsports enthusiasts, but also allows you to earn discounts for your own child(ren)’s participation at Blizzard! "The energy your team brings is infectious, and your dedication to - [Mites](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/mites/) - Your Kindergartener or 1st-grader may be ready to hit the slopes, or may be cautious and need a little extra support. Note: All Mites must be 6 years old by December 1 to enroll. "Thank you so much for all of the time and support to make it a great season for both Harlow & Boden! - [Availability](https://blizzardmn.com/availability/) - If you have questions about program availability, please contact us at office@blizzardmn.com or 763.559.3343. Thank you! If a program is full, a waiting list is usually offered. We often have openings or are able to add another group as we get closer to the season. 7/14/2026: Both Mites programs and waiting lists are full. Mites - [Bus Stops](https://blizzardmn.com/bus-stops/) - Scroll down for exact addresses and map links for each bus stop. For more information about Blizzard buses, see our Bus FAQ. BUS FAQ  Chanhassen (Byerly's, 800 78th Street W) view map Chaska (Target, 111 Pioneer Trail) view map Edina (City Hall, 4801 W 50th St) view map Golden Valley (Leeann Chin, 7650 Hwy 55 & Rhode - [Media Kit](https://blizzardmn.com/media-kit/) - Thank you for your interest in partnering with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! This page includes branding resources and print-ready articles for your use. Blizzard retains copyright to all materials and grants you unrestricted use for activities related to our partnership. Please contact us at office@blizzardmn.com if you have questions or need additional content. Advertising - [Volunteer with Laura Jeffrey Academy](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/lja/) - Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Blizzard's first ever Spotlight Project, a partnership with Laura Jeffrey Academy and Wilderness Inquiry! We need about 10 volunteers on each trip. Your duties will include: Arrive at Afton Alps by 9:15 AM and depart by about 2:00 PM. Help kids get rental gear and find their - [Team Blizzard](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/team-blizzard/) - Team Blizzard If you’re an intermediate to expert skier or snowboarder and ready to stir up some friendly competition, this program is for you! Whether you want to learn new skills or move up the ranks of the Minnesota State High School League, our outstanding coaches can help you achieve your goals. Each week, you'll - [Enter to Win!](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/enter-to-win/) - Win a FREE membership* from Bizzard Ski & Snowboard School! * Restrictions: Valid for the 2026-27 season for one program fee for a skier or snowboarder in grades K-12. Maximum value is $580. Additional program fees must be paid in full. Equipment and weekly trip fees for lift tickets and transportation are not included. (More info - [Family Assistance Fund](https://blizzardmn.com/faq/family-assistance-fund/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School is committed to socioeconomic diversity in our programs, and to making skiing and snowboarding financially accessible to all families. To achieve this vision, we have established the Blizzard Family Assistance Fund to assist families who might not otherwise be able to afford to ski or snowboard with Blizzard. The program - [History](https://blizzardmn.com/about/history/) - Since 1958, Blizzard has provided snowsports instruction to youth around the country. Remember Birch Park and Frontenac? How about Royal Christies and Worm Turns? We do. Tradition and the love of skiing and snowboarding connect current owners Jeff and Jennifer Lewin to Blizzard’s storied past. Did you know Blizzard started in Minneapolis, but was franchised - [School's Out Trips](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/schools-out/) - School's out and there's no better way to spend the day than on the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! How It Works: Register for the School's Out Program. You will then receive an invitation by text and email 1-2 weeks before each remaining trip. Make a reservation for each trip. Come on one, - [Teen Sampler](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/teen-sampler/) - Hey, Teens! Check this out! If a full season with Blizzard seems like too much, here’s a great way to take a test-run with your 6th-12th grade friends! Experience all the perks of our Classic program, including: Access to either three Saturday or three Sunday trips in December Access to the December School's Out Bonus - [Private Lessons](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/private-lesson-registration/) - Imagine the progress you’ll make with one-on-one attention! A private lesson is a one-on-one lesson with one of our instructors. While group lessons are a great way to learn and have fun on the hill, sometimes you may just need a little extra attention. Whether you feel stuck on a particular skill or want to - [Parent Breakthrough Program](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/parent-program/) - "The 'Parent Breakthrough' program deserves its name -- I feel like I finally took a step forward in my skiing, after so many years of not improving at all!" -- R.C. Was your last time on the slopes before shaped skis were invented? Hoping to keep up with your kids on your next mountain vacation? - [Apprentice Instructor](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/apprentice-instructor/) - Become a mentor to young skiers and snowboarders while learning skills for a lifetime -- and a fun college job, too! Apprentice Instructors (9th-12th grades) is for skiers and snowboarders in Color Level Brown or above who have a passion for teaching others and want to improve their own skills to become professional instructors. Apprentice - [Classic](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/classic/) - Classic is our fantastic, flexible program for 5th-12th-graders! It’s perfect for skiers and snowboarders who want instruction and free time on the slopes with friends. "Maddie will forever be in Blizzard's debt for the ski life she leads!" -- Leanne S., parent New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to - [SuperKyds](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/superkyds/) - Begin your journey to snowsports independence! "Oscar loved skiiing this year! On our family trip to Whistler, he skied one of the bowls with his sister and dad. Such a wonderful family sport!" -- Chelsey N., parent SuperKyds learn to transition from full-day, supervised group instruction to individualized instruction and independence in the Classic program. - [SuperMites](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/supermites/) - Develop friendships and skiing skills as you explore the snow covered hills! "Thank you for an incredible season. Harrison loved every minute of it! He loves skiing more because of his great instructor!" -- Katie J., parent SuperMites are grouped by your experience level (beginner to expert) and with friend requests as ability levels allow, - [SuperMightyKyds](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/supermightykyds/) - Develop friendships and snowboarding skills as you explore snow covered hills! SuperMightyKyds -- that's a combination of SuperMites and SuperKyds created just for snowboarders! -- are grouped by experience level (beginner to expert) and friend requests (as ability levels allow, always keeping group safety in mind). You sit in the front of the bus, are - [Outside Training & Certification](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/training-certification-record/) - Blizzard supports your professional development because better instructors are better at creating lifelong skiers and snowboarders and dedicated Blizzard families. Blizzard pays training and certification bonuses each season for clinic attendance and exam success. We support your participation in our extensive in-house training (offered at no cost to Blizzard instructors!) and also at high-quality training - [1Risk Waiver](https://blizzardmn.com/1risk-waiver/) - The Minnesota Ski Areas Association has partnered with 1Risk to manage liability waivers in a comprehensive online system for Minnesota. The MN areas we visit participate in this system*, which means every person receiving a lift ticket must complete an online waiver. Blizzard has a dedicated link for the 2025-26 season for you to submit - [1Risk Waivers Remaining](https://blizzardmn.com/1risk-waivers-remaining/) - If you received an email with a link to this page, you or someone in your family does not have a waiver on file as of November 12, 2025. Some reasons a person may be on this list include: You haven't completed a waiver yet. You completed a waiver after we received the last update - [Contact](https://blizzardmn.com/contact/) - Please feel free to contact us with your questions! We’re happy to help! Email: office@blizzardmn.com Phone: 763.559.3343 Mailing Address: 11140 Highway 55, Suite A, Plymouth, MN 55441 Emergency If you have a family emergency and need to reach your child or Blizzard staff at an event, please contact the event location/snowsports - [School's Out](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/schools-out/) - Thank you for joining our School’s Out trips! You're going to have a lot of fun! But first, we have some info to share and you need to fill out a few forms. *** IMPORTANT: Bring all waivers/forms on your first trip. You may not board the bus or receive a lift ticket without them. - [Guests](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/guests/) - Invite your friends and family who ski or snowboard to join in a Blizzard trip as a guest! Guest Policy Guests of Blizzard members in 5th-12th grades are welcome at all Blizzard events unless otherwise indicated. All guests must be able to ski or snowboard safely; we cannot accommodate complete beginners. Guests must be invited - [Giving Back](https://blizzardmn.com/about/giving-back/) - "For over 20 years of owning Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School, giving back to the Twin Cities Metro Area has been a priority. We value supporting local communities, organizations and individuals through sponsorships, donations and scholarships." - Jeff & Jen Lewin Blizzard is committed to socioeconomic diversity in our programs, and to making skiing and - [Programs](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/) - Get off the couch and on the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! Since 1958, Blizzard has offered a great way for families to enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle during our wonderful Minnesota winters! Skiing and snowboarding are lifelong activities the entire family can enjoy together! From beginners to experts, youth to teens, recreational - [Parent Program Questionnaire](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/parent-program-questionnaire/) - [PWA-Media](https://blizzardmn.com/blizzard-app/pwa-media/) - Share Your Day! Send your photos and videos to Blizzard! We'll post the best on our socials! - [Instructor Kickoff Makeup](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/instructor-kickoff-makeup/) - We are sorry you missed the mandatory Instructor Kickoff clinic and the subsequent make up sessions on Zoom. To fulfill the requirement for this clinic, please review the clinic slides and then submit this short quiz. Due date is Nov 26. Contact the office with any questions. Thank you. - [Trainer Clinic Card](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/clinic/) - Blizzard Clinicians: This is your service invoice to get paid for delivering a clinic. It also credits training for attendees. Clinician Development Team (CDT): Please DO NOT submit Clinic Cards. You should be listed on the Clinician's card. Thank you for delivering incredible Blizzard clinics! - [Shop](https://blizzardmn.com/about/shop/) - Show your Blizzard spirit! Get your ALL NEW 2025-26 Blizzard apparel before it's gone! Hoodies, t-shirts, beanies! Youth and adult sizes. Order your merch by November 17, 2025 for holiday delivery right to your doorstep! BUY NOW! - [Blizzard](https://blizzardmn.com/blizzard-app/pwa/) - [Blizzard App](https://blizzardmn.com/blizzard-app/) - The new Blizzard App is under construction! More information coming soon! - [Clinic Plan](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/clinic-plan/) - This form is for Blizzard Clinicians and the Clinician Development Team (CDT) to plan Blizzard training clinics. This information is for internal use as we plan and develop clinic content. Once reviewed/approved by Blizzard's Education Committee (EC), finalized clinic docs will be posted on the Training SharePoint. - [Social Media Patrol](https://blizzardmn.com/programs/social-media-patrol-application/) - SMP will take pictures and videos of Blizzard members and instructors having fun on the slopes during your trip, which will be featured on Blizzard's social. - [How It Works](https://blizzardmn.com/about/how-it-works/) - "Thank you so much for all the amazing work you do for Blizzard kiddos and families. I attended the Family Fun Day this year, and to see everything in action was truly amazing. Thanks for your commitment to your instructors and creating the best experience for everyone!" -- Ashley S., parent Our goal is - [FAQ](https://blizzardmn.com/faq/) - When are Blizzard trips? Blizzard trips are held on Saturdays or Sundays in December, January, and February. Bonus trips are Thanksgiving weekend, MLK Day and the first weekend in March. See the calendar for details! How long is a typical day? Members are usually picked up between 7:15 and 8:00 a.m. We arrive at the - [Family Assistance Fund Application](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/family-assistance-fund-application/) - Application Instructions Register your child(ren) for a Blizzard program, or waitlist if needed, and pay a fully-refundable $100 deposit to reserve your child's spot. Complete the application form below to help us understand your family's needs by October 15. Applications received after that date will be considered pending available funds. You will be notified of - [Gear & Equipment](https://blizzardmn.com/faq/gear/) - Gear & Apparel Guide All Blizzard members MUST have their own equipment. Rentals at snowsports areas are not available for Blizzard members. Take advantage of special discounts for Blizzard Families at participating specialty retailers! Buy new gear at great prices or rent a season-long ski or snowboard package. You can also check out local - [Bus Information](https://blizzardmn.com/faq/bus-information/) - What is a typical trip schedule? Members are usually picked up between 7:15 and 8:00 a.m. We arrive at the area around 9:30 a.m. and are on the hill by 10:00 a.m. Buses load at 3:30 p.m. for the trip home, which puts us back in town between 5:00 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. Do bus - [Chaperone Agreement](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/chaperone-agreement/) - [Independent Contract Instructor Agreement](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/independent-contract-instructor-agreement/) - [Forms](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/) - [Preseason Questionnaire](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/preseason-questionnaire/) - We need your input to create the best groups and give your child a great season at Blizzard! We make preliminary Mite, SuperMite, and SuperKyds group assignments based on this information. Your child's skills will be evaluated on the first few trips and adjustments made if necessary. If you have more than one child in - [Become an Instructor](https://blizzardmn.com/become-an-instructor/) - "It dawned on me as I was riding a chairlift in Colorado how different life would be if I hadn't become involved with Blizzard as an instructor. I can't thank you and the rest of my great friends enough!" -- Ron R. We are growing! Join our staff! You already have a passion for snowsports. Why - [Privacy Policy](https://blizzardmn.com/privacy-policy/) - Personal Information Blizzard collects certain personal information from registered members and staff in order to conduct its business. We absolutely never share this information with anyone except when required by law, when necessary to complete a transaction you have authorized, or as described in this policy. We need your personal information to process registrations and - [Become a Chaperone](https://blizzardmn.com/become-a-chaperone/) - Blizzard believes that skiing and snowboarding are life-long family activities, so we love to provide ways for families to enjoy Blizzard together! Becoming a Blizzard Chaperone not only rewards you with the fun and satisfaction of working with young snowsports enthusiasts, but also allows you to earn discounts for your own child(ren)’s participation at Blizzard! - [New Chaperone Questionnaire](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/new-chaperone-questionnaire/) - [Join The Team](https://blizzardmn.com/staff/) - We are thrilled at the response to our programs and we need more staff! Help us deliver the quality instruction Blizzard families have come to expect for over 60 years. We have the following open positions. Ski & Snowboard Instructors We are recruiting Saturday and Sunday contract positions for all programs teaching children in grades - [About Blizzard](https://blizzardmn.com/about/) - Why Choose Blizzard? We believe that skiing and snowboarding are life-long activities the entire family can enjoy together. We provide opportunities for youth to enjoy an active, healthy Minnesota winter in a safe, fun environment. We not only teach skiing and snowboarding skills, but also independence, responsibility and time management, in an age-appropriate and engaging - [New Instructor Questionnaire](https://blizzardmn.com/forms/new-instructor-questionnaire/) - [Color Levels](https://blizzardmn.com/color-levels/) - One of the best things about Blizzard is that you always progress at your own pace, in lessons at your own skill level! On your first Blizzard trip, we'll evaluate your skiing or snowboarding skills, from beginner to expert. Members in 5th -12th grades* will be classified into a Color Level (skill level). From then on, - [Nav Main -- Do Not Trash or Delete!](https://blizzardmn.com/nav-main/) - [Meet the Staff](https://blizzardmn.com/about/meet-the-staff/) - For over 60 years, our talented and dedicated instructors have shared our passion for snowsports and the mountain environment. Blizzard is a Member School of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI), the professional organizations that train and certify ski and snowboard instructors in the United States. Blizzard - [Weekly Trip Policies](https://blizzardmn.com/weekly-trip-policies/) - [text-blocks id=accordion-weekly-trips] ## Features - [DONATE](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_feature=donate) - [BLIZZARD NEWS](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_feature=spring-break-feature) - [JOIN OUR TEAM](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_feature=shop-feature) - [PROGRAMS](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_feature=programs-feature) ## Team - [Kris Ebert](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=kris-ebert) - Kris has been the Blizzard Office Manager for 15+ years and still enjoys interacting with parents, members and instructors. Kris has three grown daughters who have all been Blizzard members and one granddaughter. She is forever a Green Bay Packers fan and enjoys the heckling from the Viking fans. Kris doesn't ski very often, but - [Michele Johnson](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=michele-johnson) - Michele rejoined the office team for the 2025-26 season as our Office Assistant! We are excited she's back! - [Matt Menke](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=matt-menke) - I have been a proud member of Blizzard for the last seven years. I saw how much fun my kids were having and I wanted to be a part of it. I have taught as a PSIA/AASI Level 1 Instructor for over half-a-decade and watching young riders grow over the years is a special privilege. - [Kati Gjevre](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=kati-gjevre) - Kati has been teaching and coaching skiing for 25+ years. She is PSIA Level 2 certified and has coached the Wayzata Alpine Ski Team. Kati is also a mathematics teacher and a swim coach. - [Raoul Paver](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=raoul-paver) - Raoul joined Blizzard in 2022 and is a Level 1 Alpine certified instructor. He grew up skiing and got back into serious skiing when his twin daughters wanted to learn how to ski and see what all the fun was about.His favorite local ski hills include Afton Alps (all the different runs and hilltop break - [Sue Nelson](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=sue-nelson) - Sue Nelson’s passion for skiing is far reaching. She coached Edina High School’s Alpine Ski Race team to many MN State Championships and was Director of Jr. Race for Team Gilboa. Sue loves education and is a 43-year veteran elementary school teacher. She is PSIA Level 3 Certified and Children’s Accredited. - [Jon Shrader](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=7802-2) - Jon has been instructing with Blizzard since 2014, and grew up as a Blizzard kid in the program many years ago. His favorite local spot to ski is Trollhaugen, and favorite non-local place to ski is a toss up between Big Sky Montana and Park City Utah. He is Level 1 Alpine certified and Children’s - [Lonnie Strand](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=lonnie-strand) - I am Lonnie Strand and I am a PSIA(Professional Ski Instructors of America) and Child Specialist certified instructor. For several years I was a National Ski Patrol member as well. My first experience skiing was fulfilling a childhood dream when I was about 12 years old! Living in Minnesota my entire life, winter sports and - [Susie Hatch](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=susie-hatch) - Susie Hatch has been in Blizzard since she was 8 yrs old. She became an Apprentice Instructor at age 15 and an instructor at 18. She is PSIA Level 3 Certified. As an Elementary PE teacher, her teaching skills shine as she shares her passion for skiing with others. - [Tim Holm](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=tim-holm) - Tim is an Alpine Level 2 with Children’s Specialist 1 certified instructor having taught all age groups in the 7 years of instruction with Blizzard! Native Minnesotan with almost 50 years of ski experience! Enjoys shredding the bumps, flowing through the trees and ripping an arc on the groomers in all snow conditions! Tim gets - [Mike Gove](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=mike-gove) - Mike is a PSIA Level 3 certified instructor and has taught for Blizzard for over 25 years. He started teaching at Buck Hill and spent 10 years as a PSIA Education staff member. When Diane (Level 3 instructor and retired Blizzard instructor) and he had their three children, Blizzard was a better place for their - [John Tripp](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=john-tripp) - John has a lifelong passion for skiing which began when he joined Blizzard as a child. His credentials include Blizzard Rainbow Instructor (a graduate of the Apprentice Instructor program), PSIA Level 3 Certified and Children’s Specialist 2. John taught the Apprentice Instructors from 1990-2020. His two daughters came through the program, and he can’t wait for - [Jon Schreiner](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=jon-schreiner) - Jon has been riding for 32 years and has 10+ years instructing with Blizzard. He worked at Mt Kato for 2 years, while I was in college, and 2 years at Buck Hill before finding my home at Blizzard. He is Level 2 AASI Snowboard Instructor and Level 1 Freestyle certification. Locally, his favorite hill - [Eric Olson](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=eric-olson) - Eric began skiing at about 6 yrs old when he was gifted and old pair of A&T skis and bought a pair of steel shank winter boots to attach to them. Two years later, he joined Blizzard and progressed all the way through Top Black and the Apprentice Instructor program. Through High School, he raced on - [Joel Gjevre](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=joel-gjevre) - Joel started teaching and coaching skiing at Buck Hill 30+ years ago. He is PSIA Level 2 certified and has been with Blizzard for six years. - [Marla Erickson](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=marla-erickson) - We moved to Minnesota 10 years ago when the kids were very young. One of them was invited to join Blizzard by a family from the area and she fell in love with the sport. The same family encouraged me to learning to ski to help embrace the Minnesota winters. Learning ski as an adult is not - [Jen and Jeff Lewin](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=jen-and-jeff-lewin) - Jeff and Jennifer Lewin have owned Blizzard since 2004. Jeff started skiing with Blizzard in Color Level Blue when he was about 10 years old. He learned to teach in the Apprentice Instructor program, passed Blizzard’s Rainbow Exam and began teaching in 1985. Jeff was a professional ski instructor in Utah, Colorado, Australia, and Austria during - [Dave Nelson](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=dave-nelson) - Dave has a lifelong love for skiing. He has been a ski instructor for over 50 years, having taught many current Blizzard instructors! He brought 30+ years of racing knowledge to Edina High School’s championship ski team as the Head Coach. His accomplishments include: PSIA National Certification/Education Committee member for 10 years; PSIA-C Education staff - [Michelle Holm](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=michelle-holm) - Michelle is a PSIA Level 1 Alpine and Children’s Specialist certified instructor. She says best days in winter are being outside having fun on the snow. She learned how to ski at Afton Alps when in middle school ski club. Becoming a Blizzard Ski Instructor married her two passions of teaching and skiing. Becoming a - [Neil Kristiansson](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=tom-hanske) - Neil has been with Blizzard for a total of seven years, one as a student with the Parent Breakthrough Program and six as an instructor. Neil is certified as a Level 1 Alpine instructor and Child Specialist with the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA). Neil is originally from central Pennsylvania and did not grow - [Paul Aasen](https://blizzardmn.com/?blizzard_team=paul-aasen) - Paul Aasen is Head Coach for Team Blizzard and is well into his third decade of teaching skiing. He is PSIA Level 3 Certified, a former PSIA Examiner and Trainer, and coached the Orono High School Alpine Team. Off season, he practices falling off a mountain bike. ## Events - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Maple Grove Days](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-mgco-org-our-events-maple-grove-days-event-maple-grove-days-events/) - Maple Grove Days is the city's annual summer and community festival taking place July 15–19, 2026. The multi-day event offers a wide range of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and local traditions. The festival, organized by the Maple Grove Community Organization, features several popular highlights across various city venues: Outdoor Traditions: A classic hometown parade, an - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - James J. Hill Days Parade](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-jamesjhilldays-wayzatawestmetrochamber-com-event-parade/) - The James J. Hill Days Parade takes place on Sunday, September 13 at 3:00 p.m.—and we want you to be part of it! This parade is more than festive floats and marching bands—it’s a celebration of the Wayzata community. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for local businesses, nonprofits, and civic groups to showcase their organization in front of thousands of - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Otsego Prairie Festival](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-otsegofestival-com/) - The Otsego Prairie Festival will feature familiar events and activities that so many have enjoyed in previous years starting at 10:00 a.m. This year there will also be many exciting attractions such as live music, inflatables, paintball and bingo with FIREWORKS – all FREE! Look for Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School at the vendor fair! - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Edina Gear Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-edinagiveandgo-org-gear-swap/) - Edina Give and Go funds small grants for Edina Public Schools students who otherwise would be unable to pay fees associated with arts, academics, or athletic activities. We have had several Blizzard members take advantage of this program. The Edina Give and Go Gear Swap offers gently used equipment for sports, music, arts and more! - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Edina Fall into the Arts Festival](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-www-edinafallintothearts-com-about/) - The 22nd Annual Edina Fall into the Arts Festival is a vibrant community event benefiting the Edina First Responders Fund, which helps keep our city safe and welcoming for all. Held at beautiful Centennial Lakes Park—often called one of the most scenic art fair locations in the Midwest—this festival is not to be missed. Join us as we - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Hopkins Raspberry Festival Grande Day Parade](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-www-raspberrycapital-com-event-grande-day-parade/) - The tradition of the Hopkins Raspberry Festival culminates with the Grande Day Parade on Mainstreet. The parade features marching bands, visiting royalty from around the state, local businesses and clubs, and local officials. The parade begins promptly at 1:00 pm with a flyover. The parade route begins at 5th Avenue and Mainstreet and moves west - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Hopkins Raspberry Festival Marketplace Fair](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-www-raspberrycapital-com-event-marketplace-fair/) - The Marketplace Fair takes place on Mainstreet between 6th and 14th Avenues and includes: vendors, local business displays, artists with crafts, clothing, art, woodwork, merchandise, food and beverages. There is plenty to do at this event so come early and shop! This event is held rain or shine and is free to the public. Blizzard - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Hopkins Raspberry Festival Scavenger Hunt](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-www-raspberrycapital-com/) - Since 1935, the Raspberry Festival has connected the community, supported local businesses, and promoted Hopkins by honoring our past, celebrating our present, and inspiring our future. The festival has been held the third weekend of July for 92 years. The Raspberry Festival Scavenger Hunt begins Wednesday, July 15 at 10:00 am and ends Friday, July 17 - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Orono Family Color Dash](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-orono-family-color-dash/) - Get ready for an evening of color, movement, and family fun at the 2nd Annual Family Color Dash! Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply enjoy the experience, participants of all ages are invited to make their way through bursts of bright color while creating lasting memories together. The fun continues after the dash - [Spring Bonus Trip @ Giant's Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/bonus-trip-giants-ridge-2/) - Still haven't had enough time on the snow? Join Blizzard's annual trip up north to Giants Ridge in Biwabik, MN! Limited to 100 members, you'll travel in style and comfort on luxury motor coaches. Enjoy some of the longest runs and best slopes in Minnesota! Registration opens in mid-February and fills up fast! This bonus - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #11 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-11-trollhaugen-2/) - Family Fun Day! It's the LAST REGULAR TRIP of the season and it's FAMILY FUN DAY! Parents, come join the fun! >> Lesson & Activity Schedule - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #11 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-11-trollhaugen-2/) - Family Fun Day! It's the LAST REGULAR TRIP of the season and it's FAMILY FUN DAY! Parents, come join the fun! >> Lesson & Activity Schedule - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #10 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-10-wild-mountain-2/) - It's Picnic Day! Enjoy all-beef hotdogs, chips, cookies and beverages, compliments of Blizzard! Veggie dogs and GF options are available. It's our way of saying thanks for a great season! Classic Pop-up Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #10 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-10-wild-mountain-2/) - It's Picnic Day! Enjoy all-beef hotdogs, chips, cookies and beverages, compliments of Blizzard! Veggie dogs and GF options are available. It's our way of saying thanks for a great season! Classic Pop-up Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #9 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-9-mount-kato/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Classic Pop-up Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for Classic, Team Blizzard, and Apprentice Instructor programs - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #9 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-9-mount-kato/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Classic Pop-up Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for Classic, Team Blizzard, and Apprentice Instructor programs - [Presidents' Day School's Out Bonus Trip @ Afton Alps](https://blizzardmn.com/event/presidents-day-schools-out-bonus-trip-afton-alps/) - School’s out! Hit the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! Enjoy a full day of skiing or snowboarding at Afton Alps. Each trip includes a lift ticket and round-trip bus transportation, plus optional equipment rental and one-hour beginner lesson at no extra cost. The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, February 12, 2026 - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #8 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-8-powder-ridge-2/) - Parent Breakthrough Program: It's the final week for our Parent Breakthrough Program! Classic Pop-up Groups continue this week! Find this week’s topic, times and locations on the lesson schedule posted online later this week. It’s another exciting way to have fun with your Blizzard friends! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #8 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-8-powder-ridge-2/) - Parent Breakthrough Program: It's the final week for our Parent Breakthrough Program! Classic Pop-up Groups continue this week! Find this week’s topic, times and locations on the lesson schedule posted online later this week. It’s another exciting way to have fun with your Blizzard friends! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #7 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-7-wild-mountain-2/) - Parent Breakthrough Program: We're extending one more week due to the canceled trip; next week will be the final week! Classic Pop-up Groups continue this week! Find this week’s topic, times and locations on the lesson schedule posted below. It’s another exciting way to have fun with your Blizzard friends! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #7 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-7-wild-mountain-2/) - Parent Breakthrough Program: We're extending one more week due to the canceled trip; next week will be the final week! Classic Pop-up Groups continue this week! Find this week’s topic, times and locations on the lesson schedule posted below. It’s another exciting way to have fun with your Blizzard friends! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #6 @ Mount Kato - CANCELED](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-6-mount-kato-2/) - Due to the extreme cold weather, we have made the difficult decision to cancel both the Saturday and Sunday trips this weekend. It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Please note that many bus times will likely be different - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #6 @ Mount Kato - CANCELED](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-6-mount-kato-2/) - Due to the extreme cold weather, we have made the difficult decision to cancel both the Saturday and Sunday trips this weekend. It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Please note that many bus times will likely be different - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #5 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-5-powder-ridge-2/) - Time to head west for our first trip to Powder Ridge! Please note that many bus times will likely be different than previous weeks. We love the mini terrain park and of course the fresh, third-generation, homemade donuts! :) Classic Pop-up Groups start this week! Find this week's topic, times and locations on the lesson schedule - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #5 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-5-powder-ridge-2/) - Time to head west for our first trip to Powder Ridge! Please note that many bus times will likely be different than previous weeks. We love the mini terrain park and of course the fresh, third-generation, homemade donuts! :) Classic Pop-up Groups start this week! Find this week's topic, times and locations on the lesson schedule - [MLK Day School's Out Bonus Trip @ Afton Alps](https://blizzardmn.com/event/bonus-trip-2-teen-family-trip-afton-alps-2/) - School’s out! Hit the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! Enjoy a full day of skiing or snowboarding at Afton Alps. Each trip includes a lift ticket and round-trip bus transportation, plus optional equipment rental and one-hour beginner lesson at no extra cost. The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, 1/15/2026 at 8:00 - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-4-trollhaugen-2/) - Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed Winter Break and are excited to see your Blizzard friends again! Mites Program Our littles members, the Mites, start this week! We are SO excited!!! Our Kindergarten and 1st graders ride the bus like everyone else, and then begin their day inside the chalet. It's a great way - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-4-trollhaugen-2/) - Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed Winter Break and are excited to see your Blizzard friends again! Mites Program Our littles members, the Mites, start this week! We are SO excited!!! Our Kindergarten and 1st graders ride the bus like everyone else, and then begin their day inside the chalet. It's a great way - [Winter Break School's Out Trip @ Afton Alps](https://blizzardmn.com/event/schools-out-trip-afton-alps/) - School’s out! Hit the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School! Enjoy a full day of skiing or snowboarding at Afton Alps. The trip fee includes a lift ticket, equipment rental (if needed), one-hour beginner lesson (especially recommended for beginners!), and round-trip bus transportation. The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, December 25, 2025 - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-3-welch-village-2/) - It’s the last Sunday trip before Winter Break! Don’t miss the fun closing out the year with your Blizzard friends! Important: We are heading south this week, so your bus times may change from the last two weeks! Welch Village is cashless. Only credit or gift cards are accepted for food and other purchases. Cash is not - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-3-welch-village-2/) - It’s the last Saturday trip before Winter Break! Don’t miss the fun closing out the year with your Blizzard friends! Important: We are heading south this week, so your bus times may change from the last two weeks! Welch Village is cashless. Only credit or gift cards are accepted for food and other purchases. Cash is not - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #2 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-2-trollhaugen/) - Parent Breakthrough Program Our fantastic Parent Breakthrough Program starts this week! Instructors will be in touch with registered parents before the trip. New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the first few weeks - [Saturday Blizzard Trip # 2 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-2-trollhaugen/) - Parent Breakthrough Program Our fantastic Parent Breakthrough Program starts this week! Instructors will be in touch with registered parents before the trip. New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the first few weeks - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-1-wild-mountain/) - Welcome to the 2025-26 Season! We are excited for our first regular Sunday trip of the season! Remember, Mites (grades K-1) do not start until January! New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-1-wild-mountain/) - Welcome to the 2025-26 Season! We are excited for our first regular trip of the season! Remember, Mites (grades K-1) do not start until January! New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the - [CANCELED - Thanksgiving Teen & Family Bonus Trip @ Giants Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/bonus-trip-1-teen-family-trip-giants-ridge/) - Canceled! With limited terrain open so far this season, Giants Ridge determined we will not be able to safely run the bonus trip. We will see everyone for our first regular season trips on December 6 & 7 at Wild Mountain! Mites (K-1st grade) start in January. Instructors: PSIA-AASI and BOS clinics are still on. - [Blizzard Family Information Session (Zoom)](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-family-information-session-zoom-2/) - We are super excited for this season and can’t wait to be on the slopes with your children! Owners Jeff and Jen Lewin will provide an overview of the typical Blizzard day -- from getting on the morning bus to arriving at the area, how lessons are provided, the lunch schedule (always important!) and - [Blizzard Member Days](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-member-days-3/) - NOW is the time to make sure your equipment is in top condition for the season. Do your boots fit? Are your skis/board tuned up for the season? Need new snowpants? Come meet Blizzard staff. Get your membership materials. Get everything you need for fun on the slopes! - [Pinewski's Ski & Snowboard Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/pinewskis-ski-snowboard-swap/) - Buy, sell, or just come hang out — it all happens this Saturday at Pinewski’s! The District 11 Ski Swap is happening this Saturday, Oct 18, from 9AM–4PM! It’s your chance to: Find unbeatable deals on used gear Sell your extra equipment Support local alpine racers If you’re bringing items to sell, plan to drop them Friday from - [#seeyouintheshops @ Hoigaard's](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseason-hoigaards/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Bring your friends and come visit us along with our retail partners to learn more about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. You can - [#seeyouintheshops @ Tonka Cycle & Ski](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseason-tonka-cycle-ski/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Bring your friends and come visit us along with our retail partners to learn more about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. You can - [#seeyouintheshops @ Joe's Sporting Goods](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseason-joes-sporting-goods/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Bring your friends and come visit us along with our retail partners to learn more about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. You can - [#seeyouintheshops @ Gear West](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseason-gear-west/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Bring your friends and come visit us along with our retail partners to learn more about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. You can - [#seeyouintheshops @ Pinewskis](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseasonprep-pinewskis/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Bring your friends and come visit us along with our retail partners to learn more about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. You can - [#seeyouintheshops @ Hi Tempo](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseasonprep-at-hi-tempo/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Bring your friends and come visit us along with our retail partners to learn more about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School. You can - [#seeyouintheshops @ Pierce Skate & Ski](https://blizzardmn.com/event/preseason-pierce-skate-ski/) - Got questions about Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School? Want to meet staff? Wondering how the bus works? What are weekly trip fees? Ready to get equipment but don’t know what your child needs? Come visit us along with our retail partner to get everything you need to get season ready. You can go to our - [Mount Kato Ski Patrol Ski Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/mount-kato-ski-patrol-ski-swap/) - Ski Swap - Mt Kato Ski Patrol - [Powder Ridge Equipment Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/powder-ridge-equipment-swap/) - Ski Swap - Powder Ridge Minnesota We’ll have ski and snowboard equipment for kids and adults, plus all the accessories, along with an assortment of outdoor recreational gear. - [Fall Into Winter Festival & Ski Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/fall-into-winter-festival-ski-swap/) - Join us October 3-5, 2025, for great deals on new and used ski & snowboard gear, winter apparel, and fun on the hill! Event Detail | Afton Alps Resort Available all weekend Ski Swap Snowcat & Snowgun Touch-A-Truck Experience Outdoor Games & Fun. Family Fun Handouts T-Bar Open Afton Alps Retail Open Pass Sales - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Chaska Baseball Assoc Golf Scramble](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-chaska-baseball-assoc-golf-scramble/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School is proud to be a sponsor at Chaska Baseball Association's Golf Scramble, which is their annual fundraiser to support young athletes. While Blizzard staff will not be there in-person, find us on event signage, hole sponsorship, social media and materials promoting the event. Blizzard is proud to support its members - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Carver Steamboat Days](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-carver-steamboat-days/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard school is proud to be a sponsor at Carver Steamboat Days! This weekend long family event will present a medallion hunt, fire department water fights, live music, food vendors, car show, balloon animals, fireworks and a parade. Come out and show your Blizzard spirit at the Parade on Sunday, Sept 7 - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Otsego Prairie Festival](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-otsego-prairie-fest/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard is proud to sponsor Otsego's Prairie Festival! There will be exhibitors, activities and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy throughout the day including many new attractions and food vendors together with familiar favorites from previous years. The Otsego Prairie Festival starts at 10:00 a.m. and continues throughout the day culminating - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Sunset Hill Fun Run](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-sunset-hill-fun-run/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School is proud to sponsor the Sunset Hill Fun Run! This exciting event brings together over 750 families, teachers, staff, and members of our surrounding community to support vital school programs. Funds raised directly benefit our students by supporting classroom resources, field trips, school events, technology upgrades, playground improvements, and more. - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - SLP Family Connect Night](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-slp-family-connect-night/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School is proud to be a community supporter at Saint Louis Park Middle School Family Connect event. This will be a time for teachers and students to: Make a personal connection with their Advisor Review class schedule Ask Questions and receive school information Find your locker and walk your schedule Learn - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Hilltop Octoberfest](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-hilltop-octoberfest/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School is proud to be a sponsor of Hilltop Primary School's Octoberfest! This annual fundraising festival is packed with fun for the whole family! Games and prizes for all ages! Fantastic food and tasty treats! Festive activities! Silent Auction! Bring your family, friends, neighbors and your Hilltop spirit as they celebrate - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Orono Family Color Dash](https://blizzardmn.com/event/orono-family-color-dash/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard Schoo is proud to sponsor this fun-filled event, the whole family will love! The Family Color Dash is a vibrant experience where you can run, walk, or dash through bursts of bright color. Join us on August 7 at the Orono Middle School, with check-in starting at 5 PM and the - [Hoigaard's Tent Sale](https://blizzardmn.com/event/hoigaards-tent-sale/) - It's back!!! The infamous Hoigaard's Tent Sale features deals and discounts on ski/snowboard equipment, boots, gear bags, apparel, mittens/gloves and more! Get to the sale and get geared up for the season! And come find us a the Blizzard Table to say hello! Friday, Sept 12, 10:30am - 7:00pm Saturday, Sept 13, 10:00am - 6:00pm - [#blizzardinyourbackyard - Shoreview](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzardinyourbackyard-shoreview/) - Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School is proud to sponsor the Shoreview Farmer's Market during September 2025! The Farmer's Market brings the community together with more than 30 vendors featuring local fresh produce and handcrafted artisan items. Look for Blizzard at the Kid's Activity booth! Tuesdays, Septermber 9, 16, 23 & 30 3:00-6:00pm Shoreview Community Center, - [Wild Mountain Ski & Swap Sale](https://blizzardmn.com/event/wild-mountain-ski-swap-sale/) - It’s back! Wild Mountain’s Ski Swap & Sale is your chance to buy and sell ski and snowboard gear while scoring incredible deals from some of the best shops in the region. Whether you’re upgrading, outfitting the family, or just starting out, you’ll find everything you need for the season ahead. This year’s swap will have tons of equipment featuring new - [Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale](https://blizzardmn.com/event/buck-hill-ski-snowboard-tent-sale-3/) - The annual Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale is BACK! Sept 26th-28th, 2025 BUY or SELL | Equipment • Apparel • Accessories Hosted by the Buck Hill Ski Club, this popular event provides the season’s best opportunity to buy or sell new and gently used Ski and Snowboard gear, equipment, and accessories, as well - [Trollhaugen Open House, Ski Swap, Rail Jam & More](https://blizzardmn.com/event/trollhaugen-open-house-ski-swap-rail-jam-more/) - SAVE THE DATE! October 3-5, check Trollhaugen's website for times each day. OPEN HAUGEN 2025 – Trollhaugen SKI & BOARD SWAP: Hosted by the Trollhaugen Ski & Board Shop, this is a can't-miss-event! OPEN HOUSE: Food. Fun. Coat & Food Drive. Chair Lift Rides. Rail Jam. Prizes. Shop Sale. Trolls! Shop Sale Swap Drop-off & - [Bonus Trip #3: Teen & Family Trip @ Giants Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/bonus-trip-3-teen-family-trip-giants-ridge/) - Teen Bonus Trip aboard luxury motor coaches! - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #11 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-11-trollhaugen/) - FAMILY FUN DAY! It's the LAST REGULAR TRIP of the season and it's FAMILY FUN DAY! Parents, come join the fun! Here's a short video explaining what Family Fun Day is all about! We're changing things up this season, but you'll get the general idea!  This year's Fun Day theme is the BLIZZARD COLOR GAMES! Everyone is assigned to - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #11 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-11-trollhaugen/) - FAMILY FUN DAY! It's the LAST REGULAR TRIP of the season and it's FAMILY FUN DAY! Parents, come join the fun! Here's a short video explaining what Family Fun Day is all about! We're changing things up this season, but you'll get the general idea!  This year's Fun Day theme is the BLIZZARD COLOR GAMES! Everyone is assigned to - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #10 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-10-wild-mountain/) - It's Picnic Day! Enjoy all-beef hotdogs, chips, cookies and beverages, compliments of Blizzard! Veggie dogs and GF options are available. It's our way of saying thanks for a great season! Classic Pop-up Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #10 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-10-wild-mountain/) - It's Picnic Day! Enjoy all-beef hotdogs, chips, cookies and beverages, compliments of Blizzard! Veggie dogs and GF options are available. It's our way of saying thanks for a great season! Classic Pop-up Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #9 @ Mt Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-sun-trip-9/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Classic Pop-up We have something new for extra fun at Blizzard! Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for all Classic - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #9 @ Mt Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-9/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Classic Pop-up We have something new for extra fun at Blizzard! Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for all Classic - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #6 - CHANGED TO ZOOM](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-6-2/) - This event has been moved from Hyland to Zoom due to predicted cold weather. Please see your email for Zoom meeting info. Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic (MAKE-UP)](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-make-up/) - This is a make-up clinic for sessions canceled due to cold weather. Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus for homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - Pizza Party & on-snow clinic (make-up)](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-pizza-party-on-snow-clinic-make-up/) - Celebrate all you've achieved so far this season! Enjoy free pizza and drinks before we head out on snow for one last clinic to tune up your teaching before the exam! - [Apprentice Instructors - Mock Exam & Potluck](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-mock-exam-potluck-3/) - Apprentice Instructors have an all-day clinic from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM! Everyone will get feedback on their skiing/riding and have an opportunity to teach. For Apprentices taking the Rainbow Exam this season, this is a good "final check" for what you need to work on! It's a great way to work through any test - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #8 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-8-powder-ridge/) - Parent Program We've extended Sunday's Parent Breakthough Program due to the January trip cancelation. It's one more week of fun on the slopes with Lonnie! Classic Pop-up We have something new for extra fun at Blizzard! Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #8 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-8-powder-ridge/) - Classic Pop-up We have something new for extra fun at Blizzard! Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #7 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-7-wild-mountain/) - Parent Breakthrough Program It's the final week for our Parent Breakthrough Program! NEW! Pop-up Groups! We have something new for extra fun at Blizzard! Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #7 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-7-wild-mountain/) - Parent Breakthrough Program It's the final week for our Parent Breakthrough Program! NEW! Pop-up Groups! We have something new for extra fun at Blizzard! Each week we go beyond the color levels and offer pop-up groups to explore different aspects of skiing and snowboarding. Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #6 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-6-mount-kato/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! New! Pop-up groups! Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM and/or 2:00 PM. Check out this week’s - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #6 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-6-mount-kato/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! New! Pop-up groups! Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM and/or 2:00 PM. Check out this week’s - [Bonus Trip #2: Teen & Family Trip @ Afton Alps - CANCELED](https://blizzardmn.com/event/bonus-trip-2-teen-family-trip-afton-alps/) - MLK Day Bonus Trip for Teen's - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #5 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-5-powder-ridge/) - We head Northwest to Kimball, MN to continue our fun on the slopes! Powder Ridge is known for their famous donuts. :) New! Pop-up groups! Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM and/or 2:00 PM. Check out - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #5 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-5-powder-ridge/) - We head Northwest to Kimball, MN to continue our fun on the slopes! Powder Ridge is known for their famous donuts. :) New! Pop-up groups! Pop-up groups are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM and/or 2:00 PM. Check out - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-4-trollhaugen/) - New! Pop-up lessons! We have something new to start the year with extra fun at Blizzard! Each week, we will offer NEW pop-up events! Pop-up events are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM or 2:00 PM. Check out this - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-4-trollhaugen/) - New! Pop-up lessons! We have something new to start the year with extra fun at Blizzard! Each week, we will offer NEW pop-up events! Pop-up events are for all Classic members (including Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructors) and meet at the orange lesson cones at 10:00 AM, 12:15 PM or 2:00 PM. Check out this - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-3-welch-village/) - It's the last Sunday trip before Winter Break! Don't miss the fun closing out 2024 with your Blizzard friends! Important: We are heading south this week, so your bus times may change from the last two weeks! Welch Village is cashless. Only credit or gift cards are accepted for food and other purchases. Cash is - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-3-welch-village/) - It's the last Saturday trip before Winter Break! Don't miss the fun closing out 2024 with your Blizzard friends! Important: We are heading south this week, so your bus times may change from the last two weeks! Welch Village is cashless. Only credit or gift cards are accepted for food and other purchases. Cash is - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #2 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-2-wild-mountain/) - Parent Breakthrough Program Our fantastic Parent Breakthrough Program starts this week! Instructors will be in touch with registered parents before the trip. New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the first few weeks - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #2 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-2-wild-mountain/) - Parent Breakthrough Program Our fantastic Parent Breakthrough Program starts this week! Instructors will be in touch with registered parents before the trip. New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the first few weeks - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #4](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-4-3/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprenctice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #3](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprenctice-instructors-dryland-clinic-3-3/) - Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! There will be no Apprentice clinics on December 24 & January 31 during Winter Break. - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #1](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-1-2/) - This is your first clinic on-snow! Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! We will meet at Hyland at 7:00 p.m. on snow in front of the chalet. If you're late, - [Apprentice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #2](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-dryland-clinic-2-2/) - Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #2](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-2-3/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #5](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-5-3/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #3](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-3-3/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Rainbow Exam](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-rainbow-exam-3/) - Today is the day! The culmination of everything you've learned during the season -- the prestigious Rainbow Exam (only about 150 Rainbow Instructors in our 60 year history!). More details will be provided by your Program Directors Kati & Jeff Attend on Saturday, March 1 OR Sunday, March 2. You do not attend both days. - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/sunday-blizzard-trip-1-trollhaugen/) - Welcome to the 2024-25 Season! We are excited for our first regular trips of the season! New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the first few weeks and learn how Blizzard works for - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/saturday-blizzard-trip-1-trollhaugen/) - Welcome to the 2024-25 Season! We are excited for our first regular trips of the season! New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard this season? Graduated from SuperKyds to Classic or Team Blizzard? Have your child in grades 5-12 join our Classic Orientation group during the first few weeks and learn how Blizzard works for - [Apprentice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #1 & Parent Meeting](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-dryland-clinic-1-parent-meeting/) - New Location for the 2024-25 season - St Louis Park Middle School Kickstart your Apprentice Instructor experience tonight! Learn about expectations, certification, the schedule and more! Agenda: 7:00 - 7:30 PM Apprentice Instructor & Parent meeting 7:30 - 9:00 PM Apprentice Instructors only - [Thanksgiving Teen & Family Bonus Trip!](https://blizzardmn.com/event/thanksgiving-teen-family-bonus-trip/) - With many families together for Thanksgiving, this is a special TEEN & FAMILY BONUS TRIP for Classic, Teen Sampler, Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructor programs on Saturdays and Sundays. (Our younger SuperMites and SyperKyds start next week; Mites start in January.) Want to bring friends or family? Guests must be in 5th grade or older, - [Blizzard Family Information Session (Zoom)](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-family-information-session-zoom/) - We are super excited for this season and can’t wait to be on the slopes with your children! Owners Jeff and Jen Lewin will provide an overview of the typical Blizzard day -- from getting on the morning bus to arriving at the area, how lessons are provided, the lunch schedule (always important!) and - [Blizzard Member Days](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-member-days-2/) - NOW is the time to make sure your equipment is in top-notch condition for the season. Do your boots fit? Are your skis/board tuned-up for the season? Need new snowpants? Meet Blizzard staff. Get your membership materials. Get everything you need for fun on the slopes, November 9-10! - [Powder Ridge Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/powder-ridge-swap-2/) - Annual Powder Ridge swap is November 2nd. Join the festivities and grab some great equipment bargains. - [Trollhaugen Swap & Open House Weekend](https://blizzardmn.com/event/trollhaugen-swap-fall-open-weekend/) - SAVE THE DATE! The Troll Ski/Board Sale & Swap returns this October! - [Wild Mountain Homecoming & Equipment Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/https-wildmountain-com-wild-mountain-events-eventdetail-1807-annual-ski-swap-sale/) - For those looking to sell their used ski and snowboard gear... our ski swap is back! - [Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale](https://blizzardmn.com/event/buck-hill-ski-snowboard-tent-sale-2/) - The Annual Buck Hill Ski and Snowboard Tent Sale is September 27-29, 2024! - [Afton Alps - Fall Into Winter Festival](https://blizzardmn.com/event/afton-alps-fall-into-winter-festival-2/) - It's back! Come enjoy a weekend of fun as Fall makes way for Winter in the St Croix River Valley. - [Bonus Trip #3: Teen & Family Trip @ Giant's Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-march-bonus/) - Teen Bonus Trip aboard luxury motor coaches! - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #11 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-trollhaugen-3/) - Family Fun Day! Parents, come on out and hit the slopes with Blizzard this week! See what your children have learned this season! You can even participate in all the fun activities on the hill: slalom races, synchronized skiing & snowboarding and more...it's a great way to end the Blizzard season! Here's a short video - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #11 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-trollhaugen-4/) - Family Fun Day! Parents, come on out and hit the slopes with Blizzard this week! See what your children have learned this season! You can even participate in all the fun activities on the hill: slalom races, synchronized skiing & snowboarding and more...it's a great way to end the Blizzard season! Here's a short video - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #10 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-8/) - It's Picnic Day! Enjoy all-beef hotdogs, chips, cookies and beverages, compliments of Blizzard! Veggie dogs and GF options are available. It's our way of saying thanks for a great season! Apprentice Instructor Program Preview! If you’re in 8th-11th grade, find out what it’s like to teach skiing & snowboarding! Go to Cone #1 at 10:00 - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #10 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-7/) - It's Picnic Day! Enjoy all-beef hotdogs, chips, cookies and beverages, compliments of Blizzard! Veggie dogs and GF options are available. It's our way of saying thanks for a great season! Apprentice Instructor Program Preview! If you’re in 8th-11th grade, find out what it’s like to teach skiing & snowboarding! Go to Cone #1 at 10:00 - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #9 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-sat-trip-9/) - Apprentice Instructor Clinic & Potluck Lunch! Apprentice Instructors have an all-day clinic from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM! Everyone will get feedback on their skiing/riding and have an opportunity to teach. For Apprentices taking the Rainbow Exam this season, this is a good "final check" for what you need to work on! It's a great - [Apprentice Instructors - Mock Exam & Potluck](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-mock-exam-potluck-2/) - Apprentice Instructors have an all-day clinic from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM! Everyone will get feedback on their skiing/riding and have an opportunity to teach. For Apprentices taking the Rainbow Exam this season, this is a good "final check" for what you need to work on! It's a great way to work through any test - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #8 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-powder-ridge-4/) - Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Chanhassen 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Chaska 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Edina - City Hall 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Golden Valley 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Long Lake/Orono 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Maple Grove 8:30 AM 5:00 PM Mendota - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #8 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-powder-ridge-3/) - Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Note: Bus times changed for the Mound/Spring Park bus! Bus Stop Depart Return Bloomington 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Chanhassen 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Chaska 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Edina - City Hall 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Golden Valley 8:00 AM 5:30 - [Apprentice Instructors - Pizza Party & Exam Results](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-pizza-party-exam-results-2/) - It's time for celebration! Pizza! Free ski/ride with friends! And find our your results from the Rainbow Exam! - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #7 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-6/) - We will have one more week due to the weather delay for our Parent Breakthrough Program! We hope you had a blast and improved your skiing! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Chanhassen 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Chaska 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Edina - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #7 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-5/) - It's the final week for our Parent Breakthrough Program! We hope you had a blast and improved your skiing! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Bloomington 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Chanhassen 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Chaska 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Edina - City - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #6 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-mount-kato-2/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Chanhassen 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Chaska 8:30 AM 5:00 PM Edina - City Hall - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #6 @ Mount Kato](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-mount-kato/) - It's time to travel south to Mankato! Watch for the Jolly Green Giant and Little Sprout on the left just before Le Sueur! Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Bloomington 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Chanhassen 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Chaska 8:30 AM 5:00 - [Bonus Trip #2: Teen & Family Trip @ Afton Alps](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-bonus-trip-afton-alps/) - MLK Day Bonus Trip for Teen's - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #5 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-powder-ridge-2/) - We head Northwest to Kimball, MN to continue our fun on the slopes! Powder Ridge is known for their world-famous donuts. Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Chanhassen 8:15 AM 5:15 PM Chaska 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Edina - City Hall 8:00 AM - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #5 @ Powder Ridge](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-powder-ridge/) - We head Northwest to Kimball, MN to continue our fun on the slopes! Powder Ridge is known for their world-famous donuts. Lessons & Buses Lesson Schedule Bus Routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus time change at Plymouth West! Bus Stop Depart Return Bloomington 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Chanhassen 8:15 AM 5:15 PM - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-trollhaugen-2/) - Happy New Year! Start off 2024 right with a super fun Blizzard trip! Lessons & Buses Lesson schedule Bus routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Chanhassen 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Chaska 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Edina - City Hall 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Golden Valley 8:00 AM 5:30 PM - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-trollhaugen/) - Happy New Year! Start off 2024 right with a super fun Blizzard trip! Lessons & Buses Lesson schedule Bus routes Specific bus stop locations Inviting a guest? Bus Stop Depart Return Bloomington 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Chanhassen 7:45 AM 5:45 PM Chaska 7:30 AM 6:00 PM Edina - City Hall 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Golden - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-welch-village-2/) - It's the last trip before Winter Break! Don't miss the fun closing out 2023 with your Blizzard friends! Important: We are heading south this week, so your bus times may change from the last two weeks! Welch Village is cashless this season. Only credit or gift cards are accepted for food and other purchases. Cash - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-welch-village/) - It's the last trip before Winter Break! Don't miss the fun closing out 2023 with your Blizzard friends! Important: We are heading south this week, so your bus times may change from the last two weeks! Welch Village is cashless this season. Only credit or gift cards are accepted for food and other purchases. Cash - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #2 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-4/) - What a great first trip! This week promises a little more snowmaking weather and maybe a little fresh snow; Wild Mountain should be in great shape! Parent Breakthrough Program Our fantastic Parent Breakthrough Program starts this week! Instructors will be in touch with registered parents before the trip. New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #2 @ Wild Mountain](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-3/) - What a great first trip! This week promises a little more snowmaking weather and maybe a little fresh snow; Wild Mountain should be in great shape! Parent Breakthrough Program Our fantastic Parent Breakthrough Program starts this week! Instructors will be in touch with registered parents before the trip. New Classic Member Orientation New to Blizzard - [Apprentice Instructors - Make-up Clinic](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-make-up-clinic-2/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! NOTE: This clinic will happen only if needed for a make-up session. - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #6](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-6/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #2](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-dryland-clinic-2/) - Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprenctice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #3](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprenctice-instructors-dryland-clinic-3-2/) - Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Rainbow Exam](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-rainbow-exam-2/) - Today is the day! The culmination of everything you've learned during the season -- the prestigious Rainbow Exam (only about 150 Rainbow Instructors in our 60 year history!). More details will be provided by your Program Directors Tim, Kati & Jeff. Attend on Saturday, Feb 24 OR Sunday, Feb 25. You do not attend both - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #2](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-2-2/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #1](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-1/) - This is your first clinic on-snow! Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! We will meet at Hyland at 7:00 p.m. on snow in front of the chalet. If you're - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #3](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-3-2/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #5](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-5-2/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #4](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-4-2/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Kati & Jeff. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Sunday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain-2/) - Welcome to the 2023-24 Season! We are excited for our first regular trips of the season! With great early snow and perfect snowmaking temps this week, most of Trollhaugen's runs will be open plus space for our brand new skiers and snowboarders. We should have a great weekend on snow! New Classic Member Orientation New - [Saturday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Trollhaugen](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-trip-wild-mountain/) - Welcome to the 2023-24 Season! We are excited for our first regular trips of the season! With great early snow and perfect snowmaking temps this week, most of Trollhaugen's runs will be open plus space for our brand new skiers and snowboarders. We should have a great weekend on snow! New Classic Member Orientation New - [Thanksgiving Teen & Family Bonus Trip!](https://blizzardmn.com/event/wild-mountain-teen-family-trip/) - CANCELLED! The warm weather did not allow Wild Mountain's awesome snow making team to get enough terrain open for us to run the trip. We hope to see everyone next week! With many families together for Thanksgiving, this is a special TEEN & FAMILY BONUS TRIP for Classic, Teen Sampler, Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructor programs - [Blizzard Family Information Session (Zoom)](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-family-information-session/) - We are so excited for the 2023-24 season and can't wait to be on the slopes with your children! - [Blizzard Member Days](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-member-days/) - NOW is the time to make sure your equipment is in top-notch condition for the season. Do your boots fit? Are your skis/board tuned-up for the season? Need new snowpants? Get everything you need October 14-15! - [SE MN Ski Patrol Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/se-mn-ski-patrol-swap/) - 48th Annual Ski Patrol Swap - [Trollhaugen Swap & Fall Open Weekend](https://blizzardmn.com/event/trollhaugen-open-swap-weekend/) - SAVE THE DATE! The Troll Ski/Board Sale & Swap returns this October! - [Powder Ridge Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/powder-ridge-swap/) - Annual Powder Ridge swap. Join the festivities and grab some great equipment bargains. - [Afton Alps - Fall Into Winter Festival](https://blizzardmn.com/event/afton-alps-fall-into-winter-festival/) - It's back! Come enjoy a weekend of fun as Fall makes way for Winter in the St Croix River Valley. - [Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale](https://blizzardmn.com/event/buck-hill-ski-snowboard-tent-sale/) - The Annual Buck Hill Ski and Snowboard Tent Sale is September 23, 24, and 25th! - [Wild Mountain Open House & Equipment Swap](https://blizzardmn.com/event/wild-mttn-open-house-equipment-swap/) - For those looking to sell their used ski and snowboard gear... our ski swap is back! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #1](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-dryland-clinic-3/) - This is your first clinic on-snow! Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! We will meet at Hyland at 7:00 p.m. on snow in front of the chalet. If you're - [Apprentice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #2](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprenctice-instructors-dryland-clinic-2/) - Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - Pizza Party & Exam Results](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-pizza-party-exam-results/) - It's time for celebration! Pizza! Free ski/ride with friends! And find our your results from the Rainbow Exam! - [Apprentice Instructors - Make-up Clinic](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-make-up-clinic/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! NOTE: This clinic will happen only if needed for a make-up session. - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Rainbow Exam](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-rainbow-exam/) - Today is the day! The culmination of everything you've learned during the season -- the prestigious Rainbow Exam (only about 150 Rainbow Instructors in our 60 year history!). More details will be provided by your Program Directors Tim, Ty & Sydney. Attend on Saturday, Feb 25 OR Sunday, Feb 26. You do not attend both - [Apprentice Instructors - Mock Exam & Potluck](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-mock-exam-potluck/) - THIS IS AN IMPORTANT CLINIC!! It's the Mock Exam, the culmination of everything you've learned during the season to prepare you for the prestigious Rainbow Exam (only about 150 Rainbow Instructors in our 60 year history!). And, a group potluck lunch. More details will be provided by your Program Directors Tim, Ty & Sydney. - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #5](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-5/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #4](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-4/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #3](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-3/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprenctice Instructors - Dryland Clinic #3](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprenctice-instructors-dryland-clinic-3/) - Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - On-Snow Clinic #2](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-on-snow-clinic-2/) - Grab your gear and head to the slopes for teaching and technical skills. Content will be provided by your Program Directors, Tim, Ty & Sydney. Check your course syllabus and homework assignments! - [Apprentice Instructors - Dryland #1 & Parent Meeting](https://blizzardmn.com/event/apprentice-instructors-dryland-1-parent-meeting/) - Get your Apprentice Instructor experience kick-started tonight! Learn about expectations, certification, event calendar and more! 7-8pm Apprentice Instructor & Parent meeting 8-9pm Apprentice Instructors only - [Blizzard Family Information Session](https://blizzardmn.com/event/blizzard-family-information-session-2/) - We are so excited for the 2022-23 season and can't wait to be on the slopes with your children! ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://blizzardmn.com/category/uncategorized/) ## Positions - [Office Team](https://blizzardmn.com/position/directors/) - [The Program Directors](https://blizzardmn.com/position/program_directors/) - [Mites/SuperMites/SuperKyds Program Coordinator](https://blizzardmn.com/position/program_coordinators/) - [Mites/SuperMites/SuperKyds On-Hill Coordinator](https://blizzardmn.com/position/on_hill_coordinators/) - [Team Blizzard Race Program Director](https://blizzardmn.com/position/team_race/) - [Parent Program Director](https://blizzardmn.com/position/parent_program/) - [Director of Skiing](https://blizzardmn.com/position/director_skiing/) - [New Instructor Coordinator](https://blizzardmn.com/position/instructor_coordinator/) - [Training Director](https://blizzardmn.com/position/training_director/) - [Blizzard Table Lead](https://blizzardmn.com/position/blizzard_table_lead/) - [Directors](https://blizzardmn.com/position/directors-directors/) - [Office Manager](https://blizzardmn.com/position/office-manager/) - [Office Assistant](https://blizzardmn.com/position/office-assistant/) - [Certification Coordinator](https://blizzardmn.com/position/certification-coordinator/) - [Mites/SuperMites/SuperKyds On-Hill Coordinator Emeritus](https://blizzardmn.com/position/mites-supermites-superkyds-on-hill-coordinator-emeritus/) - [Program Director - Team Blizzard & Apprentice Instructors](https://blizzardmn.com/position/program-director-team-blizzard-apprentice-instructors/) - [Program Director - SuperMightyKids & Apprentice Instructors](https://blizzardmn.com/position/program-director-supermightykids-apprentice-instructors/)