Look into buying your ski pass. College Passes are available at nearly every mountain in the Tahoe area.
These local, north shore resorts offer college rates:
Diamond Peak Mt. Rose Northstar Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows
Boreal Mountain Resort | Woodward Tahoe
Due to the partnership between the SNU Eagles ski and snowboard teams and Boreal|Woodward, SNU Tahoe students can get a specially priced all-access pass. Contact the Mountain Services desk after September 15.