Sliding On The Cheap - Kirkwood Deals and Discounts 2011-2012

Kirkwood (Regularly $79/$82)
$50	Costco Lift Ticket Packs
Costco members can buy packs of adult tickets for Kirkwood (2-Pack for $100), Sierra (2-Pack for $80) and Mt. Rose (2-Pack for $90) from participating Northern California and Nevada stores (call your local store to see if they've got them). Except for Sierra, tickets valid anytime, including holidays. (Sierra tickets not valid 12/26-31). And these lift ticket packs can be split! Diamond Peak is selling two $50 gift cards for $80, which can be used for pretty much anything (lift tickets, rentals, lessons, food/drink). Kirkwood tickets can now be ordered online! (Shipping/handling included! Est. 3-5 business days for delivery.) [Multiple Resort Deal]
$64	REI prepurchase
REI members ($20 for lifetime membership) can prepurchase discounted lift tickets at any of their Bay Area stores. Their new website lets you check availability, but you still might want to call first to double-check. Kids/youth ticket discounts available too: Heavenly/Northstar $49 child/$78 youth; Kirkwood $42 youth; Sierra $17 child/$49 youth [Multiple Resort Deal]