#blizzardinyourbackyard - Shoreview
2025-09-09 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Menominee) | WI
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, (lower parking lot)
4580 Victoria St N, Shoreview MN 55126

Hoigaard's Tent Sale
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14 | WI
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
Sunday, Sept 14, 11:00am – 5:00pm

#blizzardinyourbackyard - Otsego Prairie Festival
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | WI
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 with a fireworks display at dusk.
Stop by the Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School booth to say “hi” from 10:00am-2:00pm!

#blizzardinyourbackyard - Chaska Baseball Assoc Golf Scramble
2025-09-22 08:00 - 17:00 | WI
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 in other sports, too!

Buck Hill Ski & Snowboard Tent Sale
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-28 | Buck Hill, 15400 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, MN, 55306
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 as the latest winter apparel and outerwear fashions for children and adults.

#blizzardinyourbackyard - Sunset Hill Fun Run
2025-10-03 | WI
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.
While Blizzard won’t be in-person at this event, you can find us on participant t-shirst and swag bags!

Trollhaugen Open House, Ski Swap, Rail Jam & More
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Trollhaugen, 2232 100th Ave, Dresser, WI, 54009
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 & Sale
#OPENHAUGEN RAIL JAM |
Backyard Jam Style | Ski & Snowboard for All Ages
Sunday October 5, 2024 | 12:00-4:00pm

Fall Into Winter Festival & Ski Swap
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Afton Alps, 6600 Peller Avenue South, Hastings, MN, 55033
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 & Pick-Up

Wild Mountain Ski & Swap Sale
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-05 | Wild Mountain, 37200 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylor's Falls, MN, 55084
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 and used gear from our partners at Hi-Tempo, Pinewski’s, and Wayne’s Ski & Cycle—plus plenty of used gear brought in by the public.
Check out their website for hours! Wild Mountain – Events

#seeyouintheshops @ Hi Tempo
2025-10-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Hi Tempo, 3959 Highway 61 N, White Bear Lake, 55110, United States
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 go to our FAQ page, but it’s more fun to see us in-person!

#blizzardinyourbackyard - Hilltop Octoberfest
2025-10-11 11:00 - 15:00 | WI
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 community, make memories and support this amazing school!
You can find Blizzard staff at the snowcone station!
Hilltop Primary School
5702 Game Farm Road East
Mound, MN 55364

#seeyouintheshops @ Pinewskis
2025-10-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Pinewskis Ski & Board Shop, 546 West Main Street, Anok, MN, 55303, United States

#seeyouintheshops @ Gear West
2025-10-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Gear West

Pinewski's Ski & Snowboard Swap
2025-10-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Pinewskis Ski & Board Shop, 546 West Main Street, Anok, MN, 55303, United States
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 3-7pm. If you’re coming to shop, get here early for the best selection — this event draws a crowd!

Pinewski’s Ski & Board Shop, 546 W Main St, Anoka
Saturday, Oct 18th | 9AM–4PM

Come for the deals, stay for the stoke.

#seeyouintheshops @ Joe's Sporting Goods
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Joe’s Sporting Goods, 33 County Road B E, St. Paul, MN, 55117, United States

#seeyouintheshops @ Tonka Cycle & Ski
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Tonka Cycle & Ski, 416 11th Street South, Hopkins, MN, 55343, United States

Mount Kato Ski Patrol Ski Swap
2025-10-24 - 2025-10-25 | Mount Kato, 20461 Old Highway 66, Mankato, MN, 56001
Ski Swap – Mt Kato Ski Patrol

#seeyouintheshops @ Pierce Skate & Ski
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Pierce Skate & Ski, 208 West 98th Street, Bloomington, MN, 55420, United States
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 FAQ page, but it’s more fun to see us in-person!

#seeyouintheshops @ Hoigaard's
2025-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Hoigaard’s, 5425 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN, 55416, United States

Powder Ridge Equipment Swap
2025-11-08 10:30 - 16:00 | Powder Ridge, 15015 93rd Ave, Kimball, MN, 55353
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.

Blizzard Family Information Session (Zoom)
2025-11-13 19:00 - 20:30 | WI
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 the return trip home on the afternoon bus. All your questions about equipment, costs, program ratios, advancement, trip locations and more will be answered!
Zoom link: Meeting has passed.
Recording: Here’s the recording of the Zoom meeting. It will be available through December. Please contact the office with any questions. Thanks!

Past parent feedback:
“Thanks! This information session is SUPER helpful! Thanks for providing it!” – Jill P., Blizzard Parent
“Excellent info session – thank you!” – Anji J., Blizzard Parent

Blizzard Member Days
2025-11-15 - 2025-11-16 | WI
BLIZZARD MEMBER DAYS is your one-stop-shop to pick up your membership packet, meet Blizzard staff and get equipment, outerwear, and everything else you need for a great Blizzard season! Shop all weekend!
If you have children on the wait list, Blizzard will notify you prior to the event if they are enrolled.
To pick up your packet from another shop, contact the office before November 12. If you are unable to attend, your packet will be mailed the week of November 17.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 @ 10:00am – 1:00pm
Joe’s Sporting Goods

20% discount for Blizzard members + immediate family on ski and snowboard accessories and clothing
$10 off all tunes and mounts
Season-long junior ski lease packages
BONUS: Ask the staff about discount coupons for Blizzard-only deals!
Members driving or riding buses from Mendota Heights and Shoreview

Pinewski’s

15% discount for Blizzard members + immediate family on accessories and clothing
Season long lease packaged for skis starting at $179
Purchase qualifies you for a drawing to win a Dakine Ski bag!
Members driving or riding buses from Golden Valley, Maple Grove, and Otsego

Tonka Cycle & Ski

25% off all current-season items
Additional 10% off clearance items
Tonka mechanics available for demos and product/service discussions
Ski and snowboard season-long rentals
Members driving or riding buses from Chanhassen, Chaska, Minnetonka-7Hi and Minnetonka-Ridgedale

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 @ 2:00pm-5:00pm
Gear West

15% discount for Blizzard members + immediate family on ski and snowboard hard & soft goods
Free evaluation of existing equipment to ensure proper fit for the upcoming season
Members driving or riding buses from Long Lake/Orono, Mound/Spring Park, and Plymouth West

Hoigaard’s

15% discount for Blizzard members + immediate family
Members driving or riding buses from Edina-City Hall and St. Louis Park

Pierce Skate & Ski

15% discount for Blizzard members + immediate family
Ski tuning at PRO Rate (non-race skis) – $59.95 ($10 savings)
Tune-up at PRO Rate (non-race skis) with binding check – $69.95
Binding Safety check(s) – $30; with ski tune-up only $15!
Appointment required for boot fitting and/or equipment assessment. Call 952-884-1990
Snowboards are not available at this retailer.
Members driving or riding from Minneapolis-Justice Page

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 @ 10:00am-12:00pm
Hi Tempo

20% discount on non-sale price equipment and clothing (not on lease equipment)

CANCELED - Thanksgiving Teen & Family Bonus Trip @ Giants Ridge
2025-11-30 | Giant’s Ridge, 6325 Wynne Creek Dr, Biwabik, MN, 55708
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.

With many families coming together for Thanksgiving, this is our special TEEN & FAMILY BONUS TRIP for members in the Saturday and Sunday Classic, Teen Sampler, Team Blizzard and Apprentice Instructor programs! (Our younger SuperMites and SyperKyds start the following week; Mites start in January.)
NEW THIS SEASON: GIANTS RIDGE!
We are super excited to be visiting Giants Ridge in Biwabik, MN for our Thanksgiving Bonus Trip this season! Our favorite areas near the Twin Cities have struggled to have early snow in recent years, so the opportunity to head up north is exciting! Join us!
Want to bring friends or family? Awesome! Guests must be in 5th grade or older, must know how to ski or snowboard already, and must have their own equipment. We are unable to supervise equipment rentals. Guests must be pre-registered.
GUEST INFO

IMPORTANT:
Waivers: You must have a 1Risk Waiver on file before we can issue a lift ticket to you in MN.
Lessons: There are no lessons on this bonus trip. If you are not yet comfortable skiing or snowboarding independently, please wait until next week for the first Regular Trips of the season.
Bus Routes: Final bus routes (coming soon)
Bus Times: If you are not riding from your regular bus stop, please confirm the exact bus stop location before you leave home.

Bus Stop
Depart
Return

Chanhassen
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Edina – City Hall
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Highland Park
8:45 AM
4:45 PM

Minnetonka – Ridgedale
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Plymouth West
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Shoreview
8:45 AM
4:45 PM

Saturday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Wild Mountain
2025-12-06 | Wild Mountain, 37200 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylor's Falls, MN, 55084
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 first few weeks and learn how Blizzard works for the big kids! (SuperMites and SuperKyds should stay with their group.) Our staff will show you when and where to go and you’ll meet other Blizzard members. No registration is required, just tell the staff on the bus and we’ll take it from there. It’s a great way to get started with Blizzard!
Saturday Lessons & Buses

Lesson Schedule
Bus Routes
Specific bus stop locations
Inviting a guest?

Bus Stop
Depart
Return

Chanhassen
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Chaska
7:45 AM
5:45 PM

Edina – City Hall
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Golden Valley
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Highland Park
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Long Lake/Orono
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Maple Grove
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minneapolis – Justice Page
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Minnetonka – 7 Hi
7:45 AM
5:45 PM

Minnetonka – Ridgedale
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Mound/Spring Park
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Otsego
7:45 AM
5:45 PM

Plymouth West
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Shoreview
8:30 AM
5:00 PM

St. Louis Park
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Sunday Blizzard Trip #1 @ Wild Mountain
2025-12-07 | Wild Mountain, 37200 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylor's Falls, MN, 55084
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 the first few weeks and learn how Blizzard works for the big kids! (SuperMites and SuperKyds should stay with their group.) Our staff will show you when and where to go and you’ll meet other Blizzard members. No registration is required, just tell the staff on the bus and we’ll take it from there. It’s a great way to get started with Blizzard!
Sunday Lessons & Buses

Lesson Schedule
Bus Routes
Specific bus stop locations
Inviting a guest?

Bus Stop
Depart
Return

Chanhassen
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Chaska
7:45 AM
5:45 PM

Edina – City Hall
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Golden Valley
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Highland Park
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Long Lake/Orono
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Maple Grove
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minneapolis – Justice Page
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Minnetonka – 7 Hi
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minnetonka – Ridgedale
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Plymouth West
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Shoreview
8:30 AM
5:00 PM

St. Louis Park
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Saturday Blizzard Trip # 2 @ Trollhaugen
2025-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Trollhaugen, 2232 100th Ave, Dresser, WI, 54009
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 and learn how Blizzard works for the big kids! (SuperMites and SuperKyds should stay with their group.) Our staff will show you when and where to go and you’ll meet other Blizzard members. No registration is required, just tell the staff on the bus and we’ll take it from there. It’s a great way to get started with Blizzard!
Mites (grades K-1) do not start until January!
Sunday Lessons & Buses

Lesson Schedule
Bus Routes
Specific bus stop locations
Inviting a guest?

*** BUS TIME CHANGE @ MINNETONKA – 7 HI! ***

Bus Stop
Depart
Return

Chanhassen
8:00 AM
5:30 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

Highland Park
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Long Lake/Orono
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Maple Grove
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minneapolis – Justice Page
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minnetonka – 7 Hi [NEW TIMES]
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minnetonka – Ridgedale
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Mound/Spring Park
7:45 AM
5:45 PM

Otsego
7:45 AM
5:45 PM

Plymouth West
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Shoreview
8:30 AM
5:00 PM

St. Louis Park
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Sunday Blizzard Trip #2 @ Trollhaugen
2025-12-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Trollhaugen, 2232 100th Ave, Dresser, WI, 54009
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 and learn how Blizzard works for the big kids! (SuperMites and SuperKyds should stay with their group.) Our staff will show you when and where to go and you’ll meet other Blizzard members. No registration is required, just tell the staff on the bus and we’ll take it from there. It’s a great way to get started with Blizzard!
Mites (grades K-1) do not start until January!
Sunday 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
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Highland Park
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Long Lake/Orono
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Maple Grove
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minneapolis – Justice Page
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minnetonka – 7 Hi
8:15 AM
5:15 PM

Minnetonka – Ridgedale
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Plymouth West
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Shoreview
8:30 AM
5:00 PM

St. Louis Park
8:00 AM
5:30 PM

Saturday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village
2025-12-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Welch Village, 26685 County Road 7 Blvd, Welch, MN, 55089

Sunday Blizzard Trip #3 @ Welch Village
2025-12-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Welch Village, 26685 County Road 7 Blvd, Welch, MN, 55089

Saturday Blizzard Trip #4 @ Trollhaugen
2026-01-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Trollhaugen, 2232 100th Ave, Dresser, WI, 54009
