GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT SNO-JETS TRIPS

Sno-Jets trips are run by volunteers. The VP of Trips coordinates the planning and execution of all trips with volunteer Trip Captains and trip budgets and rules are approved by the Sno-Jets Executive board. Trips are a major benefit with your Sno-Jets membership. Sno-Jets trips are offered to Sno-Jets members only on a first-come, first served basis. If trips do not fill up, we may open the trip to non-members or guests to prevent losses to the club. If/when this happens, we charge non-members or guests an extra fee – usually the current full-year club membership fee and allow the new trip participant to become a member of the club.

We also partner with other organizations such as Travel Organizers or may coordinate with other Ski Clubs for room blocks on larger trips. These trips may have different rules/policies and trip signups and payments will be made on the partner’s website. Generally, a Sno-Jets club member serves as the “Trip Captain” for these trips, relaying information, rooming Sno-Jets members and organizing potential meet and greet events.  

What’s included in the trip packages?

• Trips may have the option of choosing how many days a member can choose for lodging and the type of room desired. NOTE: Since trips are on a first-come, first-served basis, if someone elects a 3-bedroom condo for 2-nights, but no more rooms are available in that type of unit for 2 nights at the time of signup, the member may be asked to either change units or upgrade to 3-nights (if available).
• Trips may have social events such as a Happy Hour or Dinner Party - these may be included in the overall price or may be optional add-ons selectable during signup or afterwards.
• Trips normally do NOT include lift tickets. If available, these might be optional add-ons available through the club (or ski area) but generally not for IKON or Epic Pass locations. The individual is responsible for obtaining their own lift tickets, if desired.
• Some trips may include parking fees. Or, a lodging facility may allow 1 or 2 car passes per unit, this may not be enough for the number of people staying in a particular unit. We encourage carpooling to avoid this conflict and encourage folks to rotate this privilege amongst those staying in the unit.
• Free Wi-Fi is a major criteria when we book lodging so folks don’t have to worry about this additional fee..
• Trips may have breakfast included if they are complimentary with the hotel stays. Since we normally stay in condos, people bring their own breakfasts and cook in the condo.
• Trips normally do NOT include transportation unless it is a bus trip or clearly specified in the signup details. Individuals are responsible for getting themselves to the lodging facility themselves & carpooling is recommended.
• Trips generally include free shuttles from the lodging facility to the ski resorts – this is a major criteria for our choice in lodging locations.

What types of rooms are available on trips?

The types of rooms available for trips are dependent on the hotel/resort. We get the best rates when we share 2 or 3 bedroom condo units. The more people we have in a unit, the cheaper the cost to everyone. Typically we'll put 2 people to a room (double-occupancy) unless a person has paid extra (double) for their own room. Sometimes, there may be more than 2 single beds in a room and well assigned 1 person to each bed. We never assign anyone to a sleeper sofa as that is reserved in case of snoring problems and the bed is generally in the main living area. We strive to find places that have options for single beds since we don't like to place 2 people in a bed unless they are a couple and specifically asked to be roomed together. We generally have to reserve room blocks months in advance of a trip. Our estimates on how many people will sign up for a trip are kept low to ensure we fill up rooms we had to put a deposit on but we add units (if available) once all reserved units are full once we know we can fill additional units.

How are rooming/bedding assignments handled for over-night trips?

The club used to have a free-for-all type of policy when it came to rooming where by the first person to enter a unit, got first choice of rooms and beds. This became an issue (obviously) so now the Trip Captain assigns rooms based on the following guidelines:

- Women only room with other women

- Men only room with other men

- Each person gets their own bed (unless couples wish to share a bed and consent to room together)

- Sofa beds are not assigned but are available if needed due to snoring issues

- eBoard members receive priority room/bed assignments if available

-  NOTE: A unit with multiple rooms may have both males and females assigned.

Rooming lists are sent out to all trip registrants ~2 weeks prior to the trip start date. If any changes are needed, the registrant should contact the Trip Captain as soon as possible.

NOTE: Lodging facilities do not always guarantee bedding situations to the club in advance and we've run into occasions where our best laid plans were impacted when we didn't get the beds we thought we'd get. We simply work around the situation the best we can. If there are any issues related to rooming/bedding upon arrival to a trip, the member should immediately contact the Trip Captain (before approaching the lodging facility) to try and remedy the situation.

Can I bring a guest or invite someone to stay in my room?

No - guests are not permitted. Under no circumstances may a participant invite someone to stay in a unit. If someone signs up for a trip with their Own Room, it is expected that they are staying in their own room by themselves. If someone signs up and pays for their Own Room but then finds a roommate to share the room with, they must contact the Trip Captain, ensure the roommate signs up for club membership & provides all needed information for the trip + pays any additional fees required to attend the trip. This ensures they acknowledge our Trip Policies and be accountable based on club rules. Members found violating these rules may have their membership suspended depending on eBoard decision.

Can I bring a pet on the trip?

No, pets are strictly prohibited on all trips even if the hotel/resort is pet-friendly.

How do I sign up for a trip?

• Trips will open for signup on a designated date/time.
• Signups are done on-line on a first-come/first-served basis.
• Signup are done individually, not as a couple or member + guest.

·       *  You must be a Sno-Jets member to participate in our ski trips

After an initial signup period, trips may be opened to non-members or guests at an additional fee. We usually charge the non-member/guest the cost of a full year membership with membership included and require those individuals to abide by all of our membership requirements. 

Quick Links are provided in emails to club members and posted on our club home page – www.snojets.org.

• Each person must acknowledge reading the Club's latest Trip Policy document which can be found on each Trip Event signup page and under Documents – Club Policies. The policy contains information on the Trip Signup Process, waiting lists, Cancellation & Refund policies

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• Member simply answers the questions asked on the website, choses the trip dates/room types desired and any optional items, plus provides additional information needed by the Trip Captain.
• Payments are made by credit card online at the time of signup or cash/check can be provided to the Trip Captain, VP of Trips or Treasurer at any meeting. Note: Sign up is NOT complete until website signup AND payment is received.

What if I have to cancel my trip reservation?

Trip cancellation policies are covered in the latest Trip Policy document located on the Documents Tab under Club Policies. 

- If a member cancels 7 or more days prior to start of trip, the member must send an email to the Trip Captain/VP of Trips

   - If someone is able to assume the vacant spot (based on room choice & sex of person in a shared room) or the own room hotel option can be refunded, the member will get a full refund less a $25 non-refundable fee

     NOTE – If no waiting list exists, member is responsible for finding a replacement

- Member cancellations inside 7 days of trip start are NOT allowed except for health reasons or death in the immediate family

- Refund may not be guaranteed - amount is up to the discretion of the Board

2025-26 Sno-Jets Ski Trip Highlights

Dec - Travel Organizers Aspen/Snowmass - Trip Leader: Laurel LaRose (laurel.larose@travelorganizers.com) Signup opens: TBD

Timberline condominiums, Snowmass Village - 2-4 nights encompassing Dec 13-15 Core weekend. 2 or 3-bedroom condos with highly discounted lift tickets available.

Jan 13-16 – Sno-Jets Copper Mountain Trip - Trip Leader: Macky Nygard (programs@snojets.org) Sign up opens: TBD

Copper Mountain Vail Resort (condo) lodging in Center Village, 3-nights: Tues-Fri. Shared room in 2 or 3-bedroom condo (more details to come). Easy walk to restaurants, bars, shops, on bus route to other bases, limited free parking. Prices: $TBD. Deposit due at sign up: $150. Final pmt due: TBD.

Feb 1-6 – Sno-Jets Andermatt-Sedrun-Disentis Switzerland Trip, (EPIC PASS DESTINATION). Optional pre-trip to Zurich, (Jan 29-Feb1) - Trip Leader: Jackie Bayly (VPTrips@snojets.org) Sign up opens May 28, 2025 at 8 am. This trip is likely to sell out. Lodging in Andermatt, shared hotel rooms with twin beds or 1 queen for couple, 5 nights. Zurich pre-trip lodging, shared hotel rooms, 3 nights. Participants secure their own air in coordination with Trip Leader to ensure coordination of group transportation from Zurich to resort. (Andermatt lodging prices: Shared twin room: $865 pp, 5 nights, 1 Queen bed for 1 couple: $787, 5 nights.) (Zurich pre-trip lodging, shared room with Twins: $482. 3 nights.) Deposit due at sign up: $250. Final Pmt due: TBD.

Feb 23-26 - Sno-Jets Steamboat Springs Ski Trip, (IKON Pass) - Trip Leader: Jordan Strub, (Webmaster@snojets.org) Sign up opens: TBD. Lodging TBD, 3 nights. Short shuttle ride to base. Deposit due at sign up: $150. Final pmt due: TBD.

March 2026 – Sno-Jets Summit County Trip (3 nights) - Trip Leader: TBD Sign up opens: TBD - More to come on this trip.

April 2026 - Travel Organizers Ski Trip - Leader: Laurel LaRose (Destination and details to be determined)

Sno-Jets Trips: Prices are per person, double occupancy. Own room options available for double the price. You must be a current member of Sno-Jets.

Join our club at: www.snojets.org. Trips sign ups are on a first come, first serve basis via SnoJets.org. Wait lists will be available if a trip fills up.

All trip participants must read and agree to follow the Sno-Jets Trip Policy.

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Sno-Jets Switzerland Trip - Feb 1-6, 2026 (5 nights)

Optional pre-trip to Zurich - Jan 29-Feb 1, 2026 (3 nights)

Trip Captain - Jackie Bayly - Sign up

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Just steps from the Heavenly Village, Ski Gondola and Nevada Casinos, and a few short blocks from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe, Forest Suites Resort is the ideal location for our 2025 Sno-Jets 4-night winter adventure.

• Trip Pricing: $300 per person (4 nights). Own room cost: $585. 
• Deposit due at sign up.  Shared room deposit: $100 or Own room deposit: $100. 
• Final Payment due on Dec 15, 2024.

Trip size: 20 participants. We may be able to expand to accommodate anyone on the waitlist if the property has available units.

The Forest Suites Resort two bedroom, 2 bath suites are fully appointed with a king bed in the master bedroom, two doubles in the 2^nd bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living area. With a full-sized kitchen (with dishes, cookware, glassware, coffee maker, and utensils), living & dining space you can choose to eat in or explore the eateries within a short walk from the property. Amenities include a daily hot breakfast, hot tubs, heated pool, game room, bar and more. Wifi access is available throughout the property. Parking is $20 per day. 

The resort is located at the base of Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola (California), within walking distance to area casinos, shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, ice skating, and movies. 

With your Epic Pass you can also ski Heavenly, NorthStar and Kirkwood. 

Heavenly Resort (Ski area in CA and NV). Stats: 4,800 skiable acres. 10,067’ summit elev., 6,657’ base elev. 27 lifts including 1 tram, 2 gondolas. 104 Runs: 7% Beginner, 60% Intermediate, 27% Advanced, 5% Expert. Easy access from our lodging. 

Northstar Resort (CA): Stats: 8,610' summit elev., 6,330' base elev., 3,170 skiable acres, 20 lifts, 350" ave. snowfall. 13% Beg, 60% Intermediate, 27% Advanced. Northstar is about an hour from South Lake Tahoe. 

Kirkwood, South Lake Tahoe (CA): Stats: 9,800’ summit, 7800’ base elevation. 2,300’ skiable acres. 18 lifts, 84 trails. Terrain: 12% Beginner, 30% Intermediate, 38% advanced, 20% expert. About 45 mins from South Lake Tahoe. 

The trip price covers lodging only. If you choose to drive from Colorado Springs, mileage is about 1,000 miles. Find a few Sno-Jets to share the ride cost and daily parking fees.

Another option: Fly into Reno and rent a car or use the South Lake Tahoe shuttle which drops off at a property close to Forest Suites Resort. Southwest Airlines offers RT service from COS to Reno and you can check your skis and a boot bag as 1 of your 2 FREE checked bags.  

Please read the Sno-Jets Trip Policy below for signup, cancellation and refund rules. You must agree to abide by these policies in order to RSVP/participate in the trip.

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Trip Rules:

This trip is on a first-come, first-serve basis and room availability may not be guaranteed unless enough people signup to fill a particular room type. Once rooms reserved are filled, a wait list will be opened. Once there are enough people on a wait list to fill a room, we will see if an addition room(s) can be added. If the rooms are available, you will receive an email notifying you that you may sign up for the trip within the time limit set within the email.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellation and refund policies for trips are documented inside our Sno-Jets Trip Policy linked in the formatted description of the trip event and also located in the Club Policies folder of our Document section on our website.

To sign-up, click the Trip Signup/Wait List Link on the Home Page once the Trip Opens up. Most up-to-date info can be found on the Trip Signup Event - Formatted Description Page.

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