4th Graders from anywhere - New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Canada, the Bahama's - really - can ski or ride free at the majority of New York Resorts (list coming soon!) this Winter (when accompanied by a paying adult) or choose the Learn To Ski or Ride Passport for those who never skied before.
The program works like this. When you fill out the application form and send it in with a copy of your 4th Grade report card, progress report or letter from the school stating that your child is in 4th grade along with the $20 processing fee, you will receive a booklet of coupons for free lift tickets when an adult purchases a lift ticket, 3 coupons per ski area are in the booklet.
New this year you can choose for the Learn to Ski or Snowboard package booklet which contains one free learn to ski or snowboard package for the child and coupons for a 20% discount on a future visit for the 4th grader and a discount for thei adult , 3 per participating ski area.
Note: Redemption rules on season passes and other special passes vary by ski area, please contact the ski area ahead of time for more information and for the Learn to Ski or Snowboard package a reservation must be made in advance.
To get started print this application or download the PDF of our application. Fill it out and scan and email to passport@44free.com, fax or mail with proof of grade (last quarter of the third grade report card OR first quarter of the fourth grade report card or progress report) and include a check or money order for $20 OR fill in the Visa/Mastercard/Discover information on the form.
Mail or Fax to:
4th Grade Passport Program
PO Box 277
Tully, NY 13159
Fax:315-696-6567
The NY 4th Grade Ski & Ride Passport program is set for another season. Not only does it offer free skiing for kids with a paying adult* but also if your child has never skied before we also offer a learn to ski or snowboard package option. You can choose either one for this season.