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THE BUZZ
EVENTS. DINING. UPDATES.
Downhill Ski Resort
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HOURS OF OPERATION
LIFTS: Daily | 9AM-4PM
TICKETS + RENTALS: Daily | 8AM-4:30PM
DOWNHILL GRILL:
Daily | 8-10:30AM + 11AM-3PM
DOWNHILL BAR: Daily | 11AM-5PM
PARKING SHUTTLES: Daily | 8AM-4:45PM
SKI + SNOWBOARD LESSON PACKAGES
For ages 3 and up, all group packages include a full-day lift ticket, lesson and rental equipment.

Snowflakes and Shredders (ages 5-6 to snowboard, 3-6 to ski): These unique beginner programs for younger kids have a low student-toinstructor ratio.

Kids Lessons (ages 7-12): These programs are available for all abilities as either full-day or afternoon lessons.
Adult Lessons (ages 13+): Take a morning or afternoon lesson to improve your skills on the mountain, so you can keep up with your kids!
Group lesson packages start at $185 for members.
RENTALS, DEMOS, TUNES + RETAIL
• Rental packages and demo gear from top brands for members start at $38 for kids and $53 for adults, with discounts for multiple days.
• The full-service repair shop offers wax, base repair, grinds and more.
• The retail store offers ski and snowboard essentials.
NOW HIRING INSTRUCTORS!
Snowplay
HOURS OF OPERATION
Fridays: 12:15-4:30PM
Reservation Time Slots of 12:15-1:30PM, 1:45-3PM and 3:15-4:30PM
Saturdays + Sundays: 9AM-4:30PM
Reservation Time Slots of 9-10:15AM, 10:30-11:45AM, 12:15-1:30PM, 1:45-3PM and 3:15-4:30PM
EXTENDED HOLIDAY DAYS + HOURS:
• Jan. 1-7: 9AM-4:30PM
• Jan. 14-16: 9AM-4:30PM
• Feb. 18-25: 9AM-4:30PM tahoedonner.com/snowplay
Schedule subject to change based on conditions.
Admission tickets are required for everyone to enter Snowplay and can be acquired on ShopTD. Purchase tickets up to seven days in advance. Admission tickets include sleds and tubes (no personal equipment permitted). Snowplay access is free for members with a paid Recreation Fee; reservations required.
SKI + SNOWBOARD PRIVATE LESSONS
The most popular and productive lessons are individual or small private sessions with a pro. The location and activities of the class are tailored to your specific needs. For the best deal, try the three-hour private lesson!
Lessons start at $189 for members.
The Downhill Ski Resort is seeking ski and snowboard instructors to join our team! Visit tahoedonner.com/jobs to apply. tahoedonner.com/downhill
Golf Course
Golf Simulator
Stay up on your golf game through the winter with our state-of-the-art FlightScope launch monitor, available through April 30. Practice on your own, enjoy with friends or take a private lesson from one of our PGAaffiliated instructors to continue improving or enhancing your skills in the off-season.
For more information on hours, pricing and passes, reservations and more, visit tahoedonner.com/golf tahoedonner.com/golf
Cross Country Ski Center
FOUR-WEEK PROGRAMS START THIS MONTH
There is still time to sign up for one of January’s month-long learn-to-ski or intermediate-/advanced-skier programs. Groups meet once a week with top instructors for four consecutive weeks to build a solid foundation or hone skills while meeting potential ski buddies!
Beginner Programs
Member Price: $189, includes trail pass and rental equipment for each session
Hours Of Operation
TRAILS: Daily | 8:30AM-5PM
RENTALS + REPAIRS: Daily | 8:30AM-5PM
ALDER CREEK CAFE:
Grab + Go | Daily | 8:30AM-4PM
Lunch | Daily | 11AM-4PM
Always check the grooming report daily with trail details and conditions.
Season Passes
Maximize your winter fun with a 2022/23 XC season pass! Enjoy unrestricted skiing, early bird access, retail, food and beverage discounts, access to season-long ski lockers and ski/ snowshoe equipment rentals and more.
SEASON-LONG EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Season passholders can secure seasonlong equipment rentals to enjoy quality classic or skate skis, demo gear or snowshoes without the cost of buying. Specialized, high-performance skis are also available. Sign up at shop.tahoedonner.com.
SKI TUNING + RETAIL
Let technicians tune, repair and wax your skis for easier skiing and better performance. Additionally, check out the region’s best selection of cross country ski clothing and accessories in the retail store. Season passholders receive 10% off non-sale items.
SEASON-LONG SKI LOCKER RENTALS
Conveniently store your gear at the Cross Country Ski Center all season long. Individual (up to three sets of gear) or family-sized (up to five sets of gear) lockers are available for season passholders only. Reserve your locker at shop.tahoedonner.com.
Individual Locker: Members $199 Family Locker: Members $269
• Discover XC Skiing: Sundays 1-2:30PM
• Learn To Skate Ski: Mondays 10-11:30AM
• Sisters in Skate – Beginners: Tuesdays 10-11:30AM
• Seniors – Learn to Ski: Fridays 10-11:30AM
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED PROGRAMS
Member Price: $119, trail pass and rental equipment not included
• Sisters in Skate –
Intermediate/Advanced: Wednesdays 10-11:30AM
• Downhills 101: Thursdays 10-11:30AM
• Uphill Skating: Thursdays 12-1:30PM
• NEW! Skate with the Guys: Fridays 12-1:30PM
• Seniors – Improvers: Fridays 12-1:30PM
Four-week sessions also offered in February and March.
PRIVATE + GROUP LESSONS
Hone your skills in a lesson this winter with our team of professional ski instructors. From beginner progression to refining techniques, member private lessons start at just $89, and member group lesson packages (trail pass, equipment and instruction) start at $79. Reserve at shop.tahoedonner.com
NEW! MIDWEEK PRIVATE LESSON PACKAGES
Midweek private lesson packages are back! During midweek/non-peak periods, private one-hour lesson packages are available and include a trail pass and rental equipment. Starting at $119 for members.
tahoedonner.com/xc
Trout Creek Rec Center
HOURS OF OPERATION
GYM: Daily | 6AM-9PM
LAP POOL: Daily | 6AM-7:45PM
SPAS, STEAM ROOM + SAUNA: Daily | 6AM-8:45PM
RECREATION POOL: Daily | 10:15AM-7PM
Conditions permitting for Rec Pool
No lifeguards on duty; swim at own risk
Fitness Classes
Add cross-training to your winter adventure regimen with specialized classes to build or improve your strength, flexibility and cardio fitness. Please see website for fitness class schedule at tahoedonner.com/fitness
Rule Change Regarding Minors
Policies regarding gym and pool/spa use have changed to safely accommodate members and guests ages 17 and younger. See page 29 for details on the rule change or visit tahoedonner.com/fitness to learn more.
tahoedonner.com/fitness tahoedonner.com/aquatics
Beach Club Marina
2023 kayak/SUP storage spots at the Beach Club Marina will be available to purchase in ShopTD from 9AM on March 15 to 5PM on March 29, 2023. Products are $245 each, with a limit of one product per family. Products are one or two kayak spots and one or two SUP (stand-up paddleboard) spots. As storage often exceeds supply, a lottery will be conducted once registration closes to determine who receives a storage spot. Members who do not receive a spot will have their purchase refunded. Please contact akovach@tahoedonner.com with any questions.
Equestrian Center
The Equestrian Center will be accepting 2023 horse boarding applications for members beginning Jan. 1 and non-members beginning Feb. 1. Visit tahoedonner.com/equestrian to learn more.