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With five feet of new snow to kick off March, spring skiing and riding at Schweitzer, Idaho, are sure to be some of the best turns of the season. Schweitzer Spring Fling Pass, Season Passes, and Ikon Pass are coming on sale soon and include a host of perks including Buy Now, Ride Now access through closing day, scheduled for April 14, 2024.
There are three options for spring skiing at Schweitzer this year – a 2024 Spring Fling Pass, a 24/25 Schweitzer Season pass, or a 24/25 Ikon Pass. For a comparison of all three options, guests are encouraged to visit schweitzer.com/plan/pickyourpass.
On Thursday, March 14, 2024, skiers and riders can start their 24/25 winter adventures and seek the unique at 58 global destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, when Ikon Pass goes on sale for the 24/25 season.
On Friday, March 15, 2024 Schweitzer Spring Fling Pass and 24/25 Season Passes are on sale starting at $169. Those who purchase a Schweitzer pass are invited to take advantage of Buy Now, Ride Now from March 18 through closing day.
Spring is the best time to buy when passholders can take advantage of the lowest prices of the year, and Ikon Pass Peak Perks, which include discounts on top gear and access to innovative services from fitness and travel brands, plus early offers such as renewal discounts, Buy Now Ride Now spring access, and $0 down and 0% interest payment plans with Affirm.
WHAT’S NEW FOR 24/25
SCHWEITZER PASSHOLDER PERKS
NEW: Unlimited Summer Scenic Chairlift Rides
Join us at Schweitzer this summer and enjoy some of the best views around with unlimited scenic lift rides all summer long. This new perk will automatically be loaded to your 24/25 Schweitzer Season Pass. Restrictions and blackout dates apply.
For a complete list of Schweitzer Passholder Perks, visit schweizer.com/plan/passholder-perks.
IKON PASS PEAK PERKS
More Friends & Family Discounts
Ikon Pass holders will now get two additional Friends & Family discounts, for a total of 12 for the 24/25 winter season. Each Friends & Family discount provides a minimum of 25% off the single day lift ticket price posted for the day the discount is used to ski or ride at an eligible Ikon Pass destination.
Free Summer Bike Park Day
This summer, each Ikon Pass, Ikon Base Plus Pass, and Ikon Base Pass will now come with one free bike park lift ticket to use once at their choice of select destinations: Aspen Snowmass, Revelstoke, Panorama, Sun Peaks, Sun Valley, Snowbasin, Steamboat, Stratton, The Highlands, Loon Mountain, Solitude, Brighton, Snowshoe, Mammoth Mountain, Schweitzer, or Kitzbühel. (Benefit is not valid on Ikon Session Pass, terms & conditions apply.)
Unlock $200 CAD/Day on a Heli-Skiing Adventure
Ikon Pass elevates your powder pursuit with a credit of up to $1,400 CAD to spend on a CMH Heli-Skiing experience. Go day heli-skiing at CMH Purcell any time during the 24/25 winter season or stay at any other CMH destination during December 2024 or April 2025 and get $200 CAD each day of your trip. Choose from multiple ways to spend your credit. (Terms & conditions apply.)
Ikon Pass holders also get early booking privileges on winter heli-skiing trips, which often sell out ahead of time. In the summer, Ikon Pass holders get exclusive benefits on heli-hiking trips, (terms & conditions apply).
Community Give Back
A portion of every 24/25 Ikon Pass purchased helps fund mental health initiatives in mountain communities. Learn more about how this initiative supports the communities where we all love to play.
Expanded Access at Crystal Mountain
For the 24/25 season, Crystal Mountain in Washington will now have unlimited access on Ikon Pass.
PASS HOLDER DISCOUNTS & BENEFITS
Please visit here for complete details, terms & conditions apply.
Discount on Travel with Ikon Pass Travel
For a limited time, any purchased 24/25 Ikon Pass includes unlimited $100 ($140 CAD) savings toward any single 24/25 winter booking made on Ikon Pass Travel before May 3, 2024. Ikon Pass Travel is an online travel planning service exclusively for members of the Ikon Pass community that offers the ability to seamlessly explore and book all aspects of adventure across Ikon Pass destinations. Browse and compare airfare, hotels, and activities across Ikon Pass destinations to create a vacation package or be matched with an Ikon Pass Travel specialist. (Terms and conditions apply.)
NEW: Under Canvas
As an Ikon Pass holder, seize an exclusive discount on any immersive experience from Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality. Choose from 12 extraordinary destinations with safari-inspired accommodations, including Moab, Zion, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and more. (Not valid on Ikon Session Pass, terms & conditions apply.)
NEW: Camp Woodward
Join a global action sports community at Woodward Summer Camp, offering unparalleled facilities and instruction across North America in action sports. Woodward’s week-long summer camps, offered at five locations, immerse kids in the action sport of their choosing, including skateboarding, skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, scooter, BMX, parkour, roller skating, and multisport. Ikon Pass holders get $200 off overnight camps and $100 off day camps at select locations. (Not valid on Ikon Session Pass, terms and conditions apply.)
NEW: Blenders Eyewear & Products
Ikon Pass holders will receive a 30% discount on any one-time purchase of Blenders Eyewearsunglasses, snow goggles, or snow helmets.
NEW: Ship Skis
Get your gear to your destination with ease and up to 20% off with Ship Skis. (Applies to first time purchase of Ship Skis service.)
NEW: Db Bags
Ikon Pass holders can explore the world of award-winning snow travel gear from Db Bags and receive 20% off any one-time purchase.
NEW: F45
Ikon Pass holders can get in shape for the winter season at F45 for just $14 for a 14-day trial.
The North Face
Ikon Pass holders can get the season’s best gear with an exclusive discount of 20% off any purchase of $200 or more of select trail footwear and apparel found here and here in Canada. Exclusions apply.
“Spring is the time to buy your Ikon Pass, when it’s offered at its lowest prices of the year and with the most discounts and offers. Ikon Pass holders are invited to seek the unique at over 50 iconic global mountain destinations and take advantage of an array of offers that invite skiers and riders to soak up the good times,” said Erik Forsell, Chief Marketing Officer, Alterra Mountain Company.
IKON PASS COMMUNITY MEMBER BENEFITS
Renewal Discount
For a limited time, renewal discounts are offered to 23/24 Ikon Pass holders for the 24/25 season, with savings of up to $100 ($140 CAD).
Buy Now Ride Now – 2024 Spring Access for New Pass Holders
● Access available immediately upon purchase to Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass holders: Big Bear Mountain Resort, Snow Valley, Solitude, Blue Mountain, Snowshoe, Stratton, Sugarbush
○ Immediate access is only available to Ikon Pass holders at Crystal Mountain and Schweitzer
● Access available starting April 1 to Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass holders: Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Palisades Tahoe, Winter Park Resort
● Access available starting April 8 to Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass holders: Steamboat, Tremblant
○ April 8 access is available only to Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Plus Pass holders at Deer Valley
● 2024 spring access is not available on the 24/25 Ikon Session Pass
Ikon Pass First Tracks
Members of the Ikon Pass community can access untouched powder and corduroy before the lifts open one designated morning per month in January, February, and March 2025 at participating destinations during the 24/25 winter season. Ikon Pass First Tracks applies to the 24/25 Ikon Pass, Ikon Base Pass, Ikon Base Plus Pass and Ikon Session Pass based on pass access.
Payment Plan
Lock in an Ikon Pass with Affirm for as low as $0 down and 0% APR, and split the cost over 3, 6, or 12 months. (Terms & conditions apply.)
Child Pass Promotion
For a limited time, save up to $200 ($280 CAD) on Child passes with the purchase of any Adult pass. To provide additional value for families looking to ski and ride together, Ikon Pass holders can purchase up to two discounted Child Ikon Passes or Child Ikon Base Passes for children ages 5-12 with the purchase of an Adult Ikon Pass or Adult Ikon Base Pass.
Confidence to Buy
No Hassle Deferral: If a 24/25 Ikon Pass holder decides not to use their pass after purchase, for any reason, by December 12, 2024, they can elect to defer their pass to receive a full credit for the purchase price of their unused 24/25 Ikon Pass to be used toward the purchase of a 25/26 Ikon Pass. Additional coverage options can be purchased through Spot Insurance. Terms and conditions apply.
24/25 IKON PASS PRICING
Ikon Pass starting at $1,249 ($1,689 CAD)
Ikon Base Pass starting at $869 ($1,169 CAD)
Ikon Session Pass starting at $259 ($349 CAD)
For all Ikon Pass products and pricing, please visit https://www.ikonpass.com/en/shop-passes.
IKON PASS BY THE NUMBERS*
Destinations: 58
Continents: 5
Countries: 11
States: 17
Canadian Provinces: 4
Total Acres: 179,197*
Trails: 7,263
Lifts: 1,571
*Does not include CMH stats
Ikon Pass goes on sale for winter 24/25 on March 14, 2024. For more information please visit www.ikonpass.com. Schweitzer Passes go on sale March 15, 2024. For more information, visit schweitzer.com/plan/season-passes.
