School’s out and there’s no better way to spend the day than on the slopes with Blizzard Ski & Snowboard School!
Enjoy a full day of skiing or snowboarding at Afton Alps. Each trip fee includes a lift ticket, equipment rental (if needed), one-hour lesson (especially recommended for beginners!), and round-trip bus transportation. You’ll receive an invitation for each trip after you register. Come on one, two, or all three trips — whatever works for you!
After registering online, you’ll have access to required waivers that must be completed to attend. These include:
- Afton Alps liability release
- Equipment rental agreement (only required if renting gear)
If you are currently registered in Blizzard for the Classic, Team Blizzard or Apprentice Instructor programs, you will automatically receive an invitation to these trips. No additional registration necessary.
Grades:
- School’s out trips are for 6th-12th graders
Dates:
- Monday, December 29
- Monday, January 19
- Monday, February 16
Cost:
- There is no Program Fee to register
- Each Trip Fee is $90
- If you register for a specific trip and do not attend, you will be charged a $45 No-Show Fee (If your child is sick, please stay home and call the office!)
- See our Payment Info FAQ for complete details
Bus stops:
For specific locations and directions to bus stops, see our bus stop map. Important: Not all Blizzard bus stops are available for School’s Out Trips!
| BUS #1 | DEPART | RETURN |
| Chaska | 8:30 AM | 5:30 PM |
| Chanhassen | 8:45 AM | 5:15 PM |
| Edina | 9:15 AM | 4:45 PM |
| BUS #2 | ||
| Orono | 8:45 AM | 5:15 PM |
| Ridgedale | 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| St. Louis Park | 9:15 AM | 4:45 PM |
| BUS #3 | ||
| Otsego | 8:15 AM | 5:45 PM |
| Shoreview | 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| Mendota Heights | 9:30 AM | 4:30 PM |
Provided with these Park & Rec and Community Education partners: Chanhassen, Chaska-Eastern Carver, Edina, Elk River-Otsego, Hopkins-Minnetonka, Orono, Shorview and St. Louis Park.