Jennifer Nied from Don't Waste Your Money has some great tips and suggestions on how to find the best free deals in skiing this winter! One big one is to fly Alaska Airlines and ski for free at Schweitzer on the day you fly! 

"Lift ticket prices are hitting all-time highs. We’re talking above-$200-per-day highs at some of the poshest ski resorts. Ouch! Still, when the snow keeps falling, it’s hard for skiers and snowboarders to stay away from the mountains. What is a budget-conscious skier to do?

Well, we did the research, and there are still plenty of ways to save money and ski free this winter. Yes, that’s right — free lift tickets do exist. The best part is, a majority of these offers are longstanding deals, so you can be confident they’ll stick around when you’re planning a trip for next year and beyond.

Here are 14 ways you and your family can ski for free this winter."

Check out the full article here!

Fly Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines first wowed us by flying our wine home for free from wine country airports, and they’ve done it again with ski season. Alaska Airlines boarding passes count for free ski days at resorts near its airports. Choose from many participating resorts, including local favorites Schweitzer in Idaho and Big White Ski Resort in British Columbia. Check out the full list here to see where your boarding pass can take you.