Off Peak Podcast Episode 9: COVID Ops
The team reconvenes from afar to dive into recently released 2020-21 operations plans from around the skiing world. Later, Sam and Nicole offer some valuable advice for those booking trips with children this season.
Big Sky Announces 2020-21 Operating Plans, May Add Bootpack to Lone Peak
In a letter to skiers and riders today, Big Sky released their initial 2020-21 winter operating plan. Season passholders will not need to make reservations, although Ikon and Mountain Collective passholders will.
Alterra Releases 2020-21 Lift Ticket and Ikon Pass Reservation Policies (Many Resorts Don’t Require One)
Alterra released their initial ticket and pass policies for the upcoming winter today. Many Ikon resorts, including the overwhelming majority of unlimited destinations, will not require reservations. However, multi-day pass products for Alterra-owned mountains will be severely limited.
Arapahoe Basin Releases 2020-21 Season Details, Will Not Require Reservations
On the heels of recent announcements from multiple other resorts, Arapahoe Basin announced their operating plans for the 2020-21 season today. Passholders will not need to make reservations, but the resort will cap parking capacity if need be.
Killington Announces Operating Plans for the 2020-21 Season
In the wake of continued COVID restrictions, Killington announced its plans for the upcoming winter today. Visitors will need to reserve parking in advance, and indoor facilities will only offer limited services.
Jackson Hole Adding Bootpack to Rendezvous Peak, Details Additional Operational Plans
Jackson Hole provided additional information on 2020-21 season operations today. Guests will be able to hike to Rendezvous Peak on account of tram restrictions, and passholders will not need to make reservations.
Telluride Releases 2020-21 Season Passes with No COVID Protections
Several months after most competitors, southwest Colorado’s Telluride ski area has finally put their season pass up for sale. Even with the optional pass insurance, it comes with no COVID-19 protections.
Mountain Review: Bromley
While much smaller and less diverse than Vermont’s major destinations, this local-feeling hill will satisfy families thanks to easy navigation and low crowds.
Copper Mountain and Eldora Announce Operating Plans for the 2020-21 Season
In the wake of continued COVID restrictions, Colorado’s Copper and Eldora ski resorts announced plans for the upcoming winter today. Both mountains will require parking reservations, but the details are still unclear.
Northstar Restores Free Parking at Village Lots
Free parking will return to Northstar’s Village View lot for the 2020-21 season. Full-day access to this lot, which is adjacent to the Highlands pulse gondola, cost $20 last season.