Kiersten Vincett Racing

Get to Know: Kiersten Vincett

Kiersten Vincett, is just one athlete out of many, who have put Valley Ski Hill on the map. Starting her ski career at the mere age of two and a half, she was whizzing down the hill in races by the time she was five. She progressed in the Nancy Greene River Valley Series until she was 10 and only …

Arne Peterson

82 Years of Skiing: Arne Peterson’s Lifelong Hobby

Arne Peterson says he “still enjoys skiing” at the age of 92. He started skiing when he was about 10-years old on homemade skis in his homeland, Denmark. There was no ski lift, so he was pulled uphill by a horse. In 1950 he arrived in Canada and he moved to Worsley, Alberta in 1960 where he was employed within …

Daniel Mauser

Get to Know: Daniel Masur

Daniel Masur, was born and raised in Slave Lake, Alberta. For a large portion of his childhood, Daniel worked his way up to a very high level of hockey, but when it came down to the decision to take it all the way, he decided that his heart was truly on the ski hill, rather than on the ice. He …

The Prazak Family

It’s a Prazak Thing

Our shining star is a family. The Prazak family has been involved with Tawatinaw from day 1. Wesley Prazak was the first operator of the hill, along with Joe Moser. Irene Prazak, Wesley’s wife, ran the kitchen. At some point George Prazak and Perry Prazak (Wes’ sons) took over operation of the rental shop. Perry took over operations of the …

Get to Know: Hanna Chilson

Skiing is one of the many sports that is incredibly inclusive to those with disabilities, especially here at Valley Ski Hill. Car accident survivor, Hanna Chilson, was left in a wheelchair at a very young age, but she hasn’t let that stop her. She began on our hill and now skis with Rocky Mountain Adaptive and has her sights set …

Firsts: Natalia & Nafiseh

Not only new to the ski hill, but new to Canada, Natalia Banket and Nafiseh Zamarrodi decided to hit the slopes with their very first ski lesson. They didn’t make it through the day without a few spills, which is to be expected, and even encouraged, but they most definitely had fun. See their #SnowProud moment and watch them as …

Get to Know: Camille Ducharme

Going the extra mile is what Canadian Ski Patrol Leader, Camille Ducharme is known for in the Northern region of Alberta. From helping new riders on the lift and showing them how they can seek help from the hill’s staff, to teaching students, young and old, how to be a collaborative team member, and always recognizing the efforts of her …

Monday Madness at Sunridge

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Our Monday Madness deal is every Monday starting in January with $14 tickets and $14 rentals available between 5pm and 9pm. Tickets and rentals for Monday Madness can only be bought online and there are a limited number of tickets available. Tickets and rentals at this price ARE NOT available at the hill on Monday nights. If you need rentals, be sure …

Grade 2 Lake Louise Pass

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If you have a child in Grade 2 they need a Grade 2 Pass! The Grade 2 Pass gives your child access to skiing/riding ALL SEASON LONG at The Lake Louise Ski Resort for just $40 administration and operational fee!

Grade 2 RCR Fun Pass

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The Grade 2 Fun Pass allows unlimited access to all four RCR resorts including Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort and Nakiska Ski Area. Proof of age/enrollment in grade 2 required at time of pass pick up. Child must be enrolled in a Canadian school. $29.00

Wonders of Winter (WOW) Card

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50% OFF LIFT TICKETS at Castle Mountain – NO BLACKOUTS! Plus additional savings – see website for full details. 24/25 Season Price: $109.95 – one card valid for ages 6-74!

Rules and Regulations

GO SKI ALBERTA – CONTEST (“THE CONTEST”) OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS This contest is only eligible for Alberta residents and is governed by Canadian law and the laws of the Province of Alberta. CONTEST PERIOD The contest takes place from December 3, 2024, at 12:30 pm MT to December 10, 2024, at 12:00 pm MT. ELIGIBILITY The contest is open to …

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School’s out, ski school’s in

Generations have answered the clang of the bell at Valley Ski Club Written by: Jeremy Derksen ALLIANCE, AB – A bell rings through the frosty air. I half doubt my ears but as I pull ski gear out of the van I hear it again — the unmistakable clang of a large bell, the kind you imagine at an old …

Alberta Ski Deals & Special Offers

Your source for Alberta skiing deals! Take advantage of the awesome deals, special and offers from ski and snowboard destinations and resorts across Alberta. Check back regularly as offers and special are updated frequently. Here’s the current offering…