The 2024-25 SKI NY Free for Kids Passport Program Is Here!
The SKI NY Passport Program-Kids Ski Free is back for the 2024-25 Season! New this year is the program is good for 3rd, 4th and now 5th graders too! Also more ski areas are accepting it during holiday periods!
The SKI NY Free for Kids Passport program is valid seven days a week (except where noted on our participating ski area list below) except for holiday periods at certain ski areas as noted. See our participation list down below for details.
Holiday Periods are:
Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25)
MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25)
President’s week (2/15 – 2/23/25)
The SKI NY Passport is valid starting December 1st.
The program is open to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders from any State! You do not need to be a New York resident to participate.
Reservations are not required however see participating ski area list for specifics.
The program offers free skiing for your 3rd, 4th and 5th graders with an adult purchase, it can be used up to two(2) times per participating ski area. A valid adult ticket purchase is one on the ski area website or at the ticket window and includes season passes as well. IT DOES NOT INCLUDE RENTALS OR LESSONS!
Fee:
There is a $45 processing fee per application.
This year once again the Passport is a digital “card” that you can show on your phone or print off to take with you to the ski area and will include a photo of your child that you upload during the application on the Passport. Once your application is processed you will be emailed your Passport "digital card" that you can print or show on your phone. It is also available in your profile on our Passport system so you can access and email it to yourself anytime you wish.
Passport cards will be sent in early November and they will arrive in email. Be sure to check your spam/junk folder for the Passport. It is also available in your child's profile anytime too.
How To Use the Passport:
Once you receive your Passport in your email you can show the PDF on your phone or print and take with you to the ski area. The ski area will record the 16 digit number and once approved will give your child a ticket when you purchase one. If you purchase your ticket ahead online just take your child to the ski area with the Passport and present with your ticket at the ski area ticket window or guest services for redemption.
REFUND POLICY:
There are no refunds — regardless of injury, weather or other factor and other items beyond our control. There will be no credits given for the next season.
PROGRAM RULES:
Click Here for details
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Click Here for Step by Step Instructions.
Note: if you were in the program before and it does not let you add your child please put an '!' at the end of your child's first name.
PARTICIPATING SKI AREAS and LINK TO APPLY BELOW. Please check our participating ski areas frequently as we may be adding a few more ski areas as we get closer to the season.
NOTE:
Proof of grade is a copy of a page from the report card stating the name, year and grade or a birth certificate with just the name and birthdate or a picture of the child's school portal with the name and grade.
*$45 processing fee applies.
Checking Status:
You can check your child's status and access their passport card once processed by logging in here: (note Passports are being processed daily and are valid starting 12/1).
Questions?
Send an email to passport@iskiny.com!
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2024-25 Participating Ski Areas
2024-25 Participating Ski Areas in PDF Format Here
Belleayre Mountain - Highmount - 845-254-5600 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. No reservations needed – but parent must have a ticket to the mountain that is valid. Either purchased on our e-commerce site or they have a Belleayre season pass.
Bristol Mountain - Canandaigua - 585-374-6000 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. Requires a re-loadable Bristol Mountain RFID Card. If guest doesn’t have a Bristol Mountain RFID card, one may be purchased for $5 at time of redemption. Card may then be re-loaded in the future.
Buffalo Ski Center - Colden - 716-941-5654 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
Catamount - Hillsdale - 413-528-1262 - Not Valid During Holiday Periods - Christmas Week (12/26/24-1/1/25, MLK Weekend (1/18-1/20/25), Presidents Week (2/15-2/23/25).
Dry Hill Ski Area - Watertown - 315-782-8584 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Four Seasons - Fayetteville - 315-637-9023 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
Gore Mountain - North Creek - 518-251-2411 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. No reservations needed – but parent must have a ticket to the mountain that is valid. Either purchased on our e-commerce site or they have a Gore season pass.
Greek Peak Mountain Resort - Cortland - 800-955-2754 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. Greek Peak Account Required and Reservations Strongly Recommended - Details at https://www.greekpeak.net/ski-ride/exclusive-ski-passes.
Holiday Mountain - Monticello - 845-796-3161 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Holiday Valley Resort - Ellicottville - 716-699-2345 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Hunt Hollow Ski Club - Naples - 585-374-5428 - Accepted weekdays only - no weekends. Accepted during the week on holiday breaks too.
Kissing Bridge - Colden - 716-592-4963 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Labrador Mountain - Truxton - 607-842-6204 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25). Season Passes and SKI NY Gold Pass not accepted for redemption. A full-price 8-hour adult lift ticket must be purchased. 3rd party tickets not accepted/
Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center - Northville - 518-863-4974 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
McCauley Mountain - Old Forge - 315-369-3225 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Mountain Creek Resort - Vernon NJ - 973-827-2000 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
Mount Peter - Warwick - 845-986-4940 – Not valid MLK Day(1/20/25) and President’s Day(2/17/25)
Mt. Pisgah - Saranac Lake - 518-891-0970 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Mt. Van Hoevenberg XC - Lake Placid - 518-523-2811 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. Parent must have a ticket to the mountain that is valid. Either purchased on our e-commerce site or they have a Mt. Van Hoevenberg season pass.
Oak Mountain - Speculator - 518-548-3606 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25). Adult lift ticket for redemption must be purchased at the ticket window.
Peek 'n Peak Resort - Clymer - 716-355-6614 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
Plattekill Mountain - Roxbury - 607-326-3500. Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
Skaneateles Ski Club - Marietta - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. An adult individual pass must be purchased for redemption.
Snow Ridge Resort - Turin - 315-348-8456 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Song Mountain - Tully - 315-696-5711 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25). Season Passes and SKI NY Gold Pass not accepted for redemption. A full-price 8-hour adult lift ticket must be purchased. 3rd party tickets not accepted.
Swain Resort - Swain - 607-545-6511 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods.
Thunder Ridge - Patterson - 845-878-4100 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
Titus Mountain - Malone - 800-848-8766 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25).
West Mountain - Queensbury - 518-636-3699 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25). Requires a purchase of a re-loadable West Mountain RFID Card. If guest doesn’t have a West Mountain RFID card, one may be purchased for $6 at time of redemption. Card may then be re-loaded in the future.
Whiteface Mountain - Wilmington - 518-946-2223 - Accepted anytime including holiday periods. No reservations needed – but parent must have a ticket to the mountain that is valid. Either purchased on our e-commerce site or they have a Whiteface season pass.
Windham Mountain Club - Windham - 800-754-9463 - Not valid during holiday periods - Christmas week (12/26/24-1/1/25), MLK Weekend(1/18 - 1/20/25) and President’s week (2/15 - 2/23/25). Requires a re-loadable Windham Mountain Resort RFID Card. If guest doesn’t have a Windham RFID card, one may be purchased for $5 at time of redemption. Card may then be re-loaded in the future.
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How To Use Your Passport
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What is an Eligible Adult Ticket Purchase for Redemption?
An eligible adult ticket purchase is either at the ski area ticket window or online at the ski area website. Third party tickets (discounted or free) are not eligible.
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Can I redeem a passport coupon with a free ticket or pass or via PSIA/NSP passes?
No - a lift ticket must be purchased directly from the ski area at the window or on the ski area website. No third party ticket or free passes are allowed. Also discounted tickets that are not purchased directly from the ski area be it online or at the window are not allowed.
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After I receive my passport, how do I use it?
Present the Passport card or temporary pass at the ticket window. Some ski areas may have a designated area for redemption.
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I have 3 children in the 3rd, 4th and 5th grades. Can they each participate?
Yes. All kids can participate but only 2 passport holders can redeem lift tickets per paying adult. So, if three children are participating in the Kids Ski or Ride Free program, 2 adults would need to be present and purchase lift tickets.
Application Process
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Do I have to send the whole report card?
No. Any portion of the report card is fine as long as it includes the child’s name, school year and grade on it. Report cards will not be returned; please send a copy not the original.
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Do I need to send in a picture?
Yes you will need to upload a recent or current picture of your child. This will be put on the "Digital Passport Card".
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What happens to my application and report card that I send in?
All applications and proof of grade are destroyed at the end of the season.
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Whom do I make the check out to if I am mailing an application?
To ISKINY, the sponsor and administrator of the program.
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How is the passport sent?
The passport card is sent to your email and available in your profile once processed and approved. It is a "digital card" this season.
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How Do I Get The Passport Once I Apply?
The passport "digital card" is emailed to you once approved and is accessible via the Parent profile. It's a PDF that you can print and show at the ski area or show on your phone.
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Frequently Asked Questions