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Kids Programs

Remember when you learned to ski or ride?  Did your parents have you on snow as soon as you could walk or did you pick it up later in life?  Now with kids of your own, you’re looking for the best way to introduce them to the sport you love.  Kids Camp packages allow you to spend the day cruising the mountain or taking a lesson of your own while the kids learn to ski or snowboard in a safe and fun environment.

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Kids Camp

Ages 4-12 / 2 Hour Ski or Snowboard Lesson w/ Rental Included

Weekdays, Kids Camp lessons are available for first time skiers and snowboarders to First Chair Lift. Weekends and Holidays, all levels of ability are available.

Remember when you learned to ski or ride?  Kids Camp packages allow you to spend the day taking a lesson of your own or spend the day cruising the more difficult terrain, while the kids learn to ski or snowboard in a program designed just for them.  Kids Camp is located in the Discovery Center at the Vernon Base area.

Kids Camp includes a Full Day Access ticket, lesson and rental (if necessary) for skiers and snowboarders age 4-12. Your child’s Full Day Access ticket and rental are valid for the remainder of the day. Check in is located at the Lesson check in tent at TBL schoolyard, located directly across the pedestrian footbridge from Cobblestone Village. Please come dressed and ready to go.

Please note: Kids Camp will be sold online only. Please purchase in advance to ensure availability for the time slots needed. The 2 Hour Session includes: check-in, lesson & lesson recap with parent. Lessons run from 9am-4pm. Rentals are fulfilled through the Red Tail Lodge Rental Shop – please give yourself time to get through the Rentals Pick-Up process before check-in.. Campers will be able to warm up and fuel up in the Discovery Center Building.

CANCELLATION POLICY

There is a 72-hour cancellation policy on all standard lessons. All refunds must be requested more than 72 hours prior to your scheduled lesson date and time. If you need to cancel within the 72 hour window, you will forgo the full refund and receive a 75% off discount to book another lesson time for another day.

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Vern’s Outdoor Park

We’re kicking off with some new fun at Vern’s Outdoor Park where kids ages 6 & under can join Vern & his friends in a fun and engaging space built specifically for kids. Ages 6 & under can learn the basics of sliding sideways and snowboarding at a young age with extra small terrain park features built just for them.

Who? Ages 6 & Under, Must have a Day Ticket or Pass to enter. Adults participation is required.

What? 30 minute session with rental snowboard equipment included.
To experience Vern’s Outdoor Park, buy online!

When? Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

Where? Learning Area at the Vernon Base
Sessions are 30 minutes.
Please note, that this space is accessible for children with a Full Day Access Ticket or Pass. Children may enter the area.

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Twisted Kids – Terrain Park Sessions

Twisted Kid Fun Sessions are back! Join us every Sunday for FREE coached terrain park sessions for intermediate skiers and snowboarders ages 6-16. These sessions run on January 18th-March 1st. On March 8th, there will be one final event to celebrate the progression in the park where parents can check out their new bag of tricks.

 

Who? Intermediate Skiers & Snowboarders / Ages 6 – 16 / Able to Turn and Stop Comfortably on Blue Level Terrain

What? Free Beginner Terrain Park Session with Coaches in private park

When? Every Sunday starting January 18th

Registration in the DC Building next to Ski Patrol: 11AM

Session runs from 12-2PM

*All participants must have a valid Access Pass

Sessions will take place in the hike park adjacent to the Magic Carpet in the Learning Area.

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2027 Mountain Explorers Program

Ages 7-15 / Pricing includes 6 weeks of lessons

The Mountain Explorers Program is a 6-week all-inclusive program for children ages 7-15. This program is for kids looking to ski or ride with others of similar ability while progressing their ability in a fun environment.
Saturday’s group meets each Saturday from January 2nd – February 6th.
Sunday’s group meets every Sunday from January 3th – February 7th.
This program is designed for students from “never-ever” through Advanced. Each week, students will ski or ride with their group for 3 hours.

Access day tickets and rental equipment are included to use if needed on the days of your child’s program only. Rentals through Mountain Creek and  Access cards will be stored in our meeting room.

Program will be on snow 8:15AM – 11:15AM
Meeting room will be open 7:30AM – 11:30AM
Kids must be picked up by parents by 11:30AM

Designed for students from “never-ever” through advanced skiing or snowboarding.

  • Ages 7 to 15 only
  • Students grouped by age and ability
  • Meeting room for students to gear up and store equipment during the program
  • Program is non-refundable and non-transferrable
  • Access day ticket and rentals are for program days only, if you ski/ride outside of program days additional rental/Access ticket must be purchased
  • Please contact at lessons@mountaincreek.com with any questions or check below
Schedule
Open House (Must Attend one of Dates)Friday, December 18, 2026 5pm-7pm OR Saturday, December 19, 2026 10am-1pm
Saturday ProgramJanuary 2nd – February 6th
Sunday ProgramJanuary 3th – February 7th

FAQs:

What ages and ability levels is the program designed for, and how are children grouped?  Could my two children be placed in the same group if their ability levels differ?
Children must be between the ages of 7-15 as of the program start date.We group children by ability first, and then by age. If your children are different levels, the more advanced child would have to move to a lower ability group if they wanted to be together.

What does a typical program day look like, including start and end times, and drop-off/pickup procedures?Children can get ready in our meeting room as early as 7:30 a.m. We start grouping them by 8:00 and head to the snow at 8:15.
The groups take one hot chocolate break, which we provide, in the main lodge and warm-up breaks as necessary. We do not provide lunch. Parents must pick up children from their assigned instructor in the meeting room where they were dropped off at 11:30 AM.

What is the instructor-to-child ratio?
This depends on the ages and ability as beginners and younger children need a lot more help getting started. We try to keep it to around 4 or 5 and add helpers as needed.

What are the program dates for the 2027 season?
We usually start the weekend after New Year’s, so this year it would be January 2nd/3rd and run for six consecutive weeks.

When does registration open, and how quickly do sessions typically fill? 
The release date will be mid-October. Skiing fills up pretty fast.

What is the total cost per child, and what is included?
The 2027 price will be the same as last year: $1299.99 plus tax and fees per child.
A day pass and rental equipment are included and available for each day of the program, if needed.
Our rentals are stored in our meeting room and are labeled and “checked out” each day of the program.

Do you offer a sibling or multi-child discount?
Not at this time

Are there early-registration discounts, deposits, or payment plan options? 
No, all sales are through our website, and payment in full is required at purchase.

What is your cancellation and refund policy, and are there any deadlines I should be aware of?
The program is non-refundable.
We work very hard to plan and provide quality instruction for the six weeks of the program. We expect the same dedication from those who enroll.

What happens if a session is canceled due to weather or conditions? Are make-up days or credits offered?
We only provide a makeup day if the resort closes for an unforeseen reason. Individual makeups can be handled on a case-by-case basis.

Are helmets required, and is rental equipment available on site?
Helmets are required by state law for any child under 18. Helmets are provided with our rental equipment.

How do instructors communicate with parents during the day, and what is your emergency protocol?
You may speak with your child’s instructor in the morning at drop-off or pick-up.
We ask that parents provide their phone numbers when enrolling; we will call you if we have any issues.

Is there anything else I should know?

We will have a mandatory open house with two dates to choose from. This will allow you to get familiar with the resort and meeting room, meet some of the instructors, get your child’s access card coded and have your rentals fitted, labeled and stored for the first day of the program.
Please check your email for communication from lessons@mountaincreek.com

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Freestyle Team

Explore. Progress. Compete.

The Freeski & Snowboard Program at Mountain Creek is designed for athletes ready to push their limits and develop across all freestyle disciplines — from Slopestyle to Rail Jam and everything in between.

Our coaching philosophy centers on building well-rounded, fundamentally strong skiers and riders through structured skills progression. Athletes gain the technical foundation and creative edge they need to succeed in competitive freeski and snowboard environments.

Program Overview

This program introduces athletes to the exciting world of freestyle competition.

  • Slopestyle: Athletes ride a full course featuring jumps, rails, and boxes, judged on overall performance, flow, and style.
  • Rail Jam: A more focused event emphasizing creativity and technique on rail and box features alone.

Schedule & Eligibility

  • Ages: 12 & older (U14). U12 participation at coach’s discretion.
  • When: Saturdays & Sundays, Snowboarding 8:00AM – 11:00AM | Skiing 3:00PM – 6:00PM
  • Season: 10 weeks beginning January 3rd
  • Where: Mountain Creek South
  • Skill Level: Intermediate or above
  • Membership: US Ski & Snowboard required

Program Details

  • Group Size: Limited to 20 athletes (2 groups of 10)
  • Coaching Staff: 4 coaches (2 ski / 2 snowboard), each pursuing PSIA, USSS, or USASA Freeski/Snowboard certification
  • Cost: $999
  • Club Membership: Must join Mountain Creek Ski Racing Club (Freeski/Snowboard level)
  • Lift access is not included in program purchase. Season pass, triple play, daily tickets required to participate.