Purchase by following the instructions under FAQ's How Do I Purchase below.
Cost is $30 (plus tax) and is open to all currently enrolled fifth grade students, VT/US residency not required.
Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passport allows the bearer (fifth grader) to visit a participating area and obtain either a free lift ticket or trail pass with the redemption of a single use barcoded voucher.
Alpine Access: Three (3) lift ticket vouchers to each of the participating alpine ski areas. The passport student can visit the same area up to the max of 3 times.
Cross-Country Access: Up to three (3) trail pass vouchers to each of the participating cross-country areas.
Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passports are sold through Ski Vermont’s pass portal, issued digitally and then managed in customer portal. Regular access to portal is required to use the passport. No physical product will be mailed. VT/US residency not required.
Fifth Grade passport purchases require submitting an application with documentation that is reviewed prior to passport activation. Approval takes approximately 2-3 business days (processing M-F only). Please plan purchase accordingly. All sales are final, unless passport application is rejected by Ski Vermont.
Purchasing information:
1. Log in or create an account in the portal. Passports must first be on sale to create an account. Complete the account creation and household information page. The account username, password and email address will be utilized to access the Fifth Grade Passport and manage usage. Once created, you will be brought to the pass product page to purchase.
Existing Account: Log In. Any active products will be displayed. Click add product to be brought to the purchase screen as needed.
2. On pass product page, choose the Fifth Grade Passport and follow the steps to complete the online application (you do not need to input anything in the gift code box.) Proof of current grade for the current calendar year and a picture of the fifth grader need to be uploaded during this process. The picture will be used as identification by ski area staff when redeeming vouchers.
Acceptable Proof of grade documents must show your child’s name, grade, and date (school year or actual date supporting document was issued).
3. Completing Purchase: Review cart. During the final cart review, click on ‘edit’ to update any information or remove from cart BEFORE payment step.
Approval Process:
1. Ski Vermont reviews each application to verify that it meets the approval requirements. This approval takes approximately 2-3 business days (processing M-F only). Please plan your purchase accordingly. If additional information is required to approve, Ski Vermont will send a request email outlining what needs to be supplied and will hold the application as pending until information is received.
2. Upon approval, customers will receive an email with status update. The customer portal is where vouchers are reserved for each visit, contains ski area information and general information about using the passport. Customers are welcome to check the approval status of a purchase by logging into their customer portal. The portal will state which products are pending and display any already approved.
Check out this quick visual only video on how to purchase your Fifth Grade Passport
Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passport allows the bearer (fifth grader) to visit a participating area and obtain either a free lift ticket or trail pass with the redemption of a single use barcoded voucher. Up to 3 vouchers per alpine area and 1 per cross country unless otherwise indicated in portal.
How to Reserve Voucher at desired area and for desired date:
Vouchers are redeemed for a lift or trail ticket. The process the parent/guardian and/or fifth grader completes—by logging into their portal, selecting a ski area and visit date to generate a single-use barcode—is a voucher reservation.
1. Access customer portal: Prior to visiting a ski area log in to your portal account. The active passport will automatically load on the screen displaying passport bearer's name. If you have multiple people on an account, change names as necessary by clicking on the correct name(s) listed under the primary displayed name. The name displayed in the large box at the top indicates the person who the voucher is being reserved and obtained for.
2. Choose ski area: Scroll/move down the page to find the desired ski area and click "More Info" prior to reserving a voucher to review ski area’s restricted dates and redemption requirements. Each alpine/downhill area has 3 vouchers. Please note some alpine areas also have cross country access and are listed separately, you will need to choose the correct ski area option for voucher to work when redeeming.
3. Reserve Voucher: To obtain a voucher, click available for redemption and chose the desired visit date. Click reserve voucher. Once a voucher reservation is completed, it is marked as reserved in the portal and can't be changed.
Dates may not be available for the following reasons:
4. Viewing Voucher:
Option 1: View voucher previously reserved via portal. Log in, scroll down to the destination ski area and voucher that states reserved (if multiple reserved make sure to choose the correct date for visit). "Click to view" for voucher will display on screen.
Option 2: View voucher via email. A copy of each reserved voucher is automatically emailed. This email can be forwarded to the accompanying adult as needed or printed to present.
5. Redeeming for lift ticket:
Follow the destination ski areas redemption requirements, review prior to arriving as some areas require advance online lift ticket reservations using the barcoded voucher. Participating Ski Areas, Restricted Dates and Redemption Information for ski area details on this page or the More Info in customer portal.
Check out this quick video on how to reserve your Fifth Grade Passport voucher
All participating ski areas are listed below, along with their restricted dates and voucher redemption information. Passports are valid starting December 1.
Vouchers: Reserved barcoded vouchers are required to redeem for a lift ticket. The process the bearer and/or account manager completes—by logging into their portal, selecting a ski area and visit date to generate a single-use barcode—is a voucher reservation.
Restricted Dates: When vouchers are not valid for use at that area. Ski areas may also have limited inventory dates.
Voucher Redemption: A reserved voucher is used to obtain a lift ticket on chosen date to the ski area chosen and stated on the voucher by following that ski area's redemption process. View details below or under More Info in the customer portal.
Regular Operating Schedule: Ski area daily operating schedules may vary at the ski area's discretion. Prior to reserving a voucher in the customer portal, we advise that bearers check the destination ski area's website to ensure they are open and operating on the desired visit date. A date may still show as available in the portal for reservation if Ski Vermont has not received the closure information from a ski area.
BOLTON VALLEY RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 26, 2023 - Jan 1,2024; Jan 13-15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Cube, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Voucher Redemption Requirements: RFID card required for reload or $5 purchase.
Regular Operating Schedule: Tue-Sat 9AM-10AM; Sunday/Monday 9am-4pm
BROMLEY MOUNTAIN RESORT
Restricted Dates: None
Voucher Redemption Location: Guest Services/Ticket Office. Present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: Weekends only until aprox. Dec 15, then daily.
BURKE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 23-31, 2023; Jan 13 -15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Guest Services Ticket Window, Sherburne Base Lodge. Present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: Daily 9AM-4PM
COCHRAN’S SKI AREA
Restricted Dates: Valid as of Dec 1, 2023.
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Window, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: Hours of operation vary, https://cochranskiarea.com/.
JAY PEAK RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 23-31, 2023; Feb 17-25, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Tramside Customer Service, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: 8:30AM-4PM midweek, non-holiday; 8:00AM-4PM weekends, holidays
KILLINGTON RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 23, 2023 - Jan 1,2024; Jan 13 -15, 2024; Feb 17-19, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Online Only - NOT VALID AT TICKET WINDOW
Voucher Redemption Requirements: Redeem online at killington.com/redeem. Reload an existing One Pass RFID or add a new one and pickup from any ticket kiosk.
Regular Operating Schedule: Open daily.
LYNDON OUTING CLUB
Restricted Dates: Valid as of Dec 1, 2023.
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Window, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: Hours of operation vary.
MAD RIVER GLEN
Restricted Dates: Dec 26, 2023 - Jan 1,2024; Jan 13 - Jan 15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Window, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Voucher Redemption Requirements: Subject to daily ticket cap, may sell out at any time. Customers with Ski Vermont reserved voucher will have redemption honored at the ticket window. Voucher availability may be restricted in Ski Vermont customer portal if max day capacity is reached. For busy weekends or anticipated powder days, reserving a Ski Vermont voucher early within the 7-day allowed window is advised to guarantee a lift ticket.
Regular Operating Schedule: Open daily.
MAGIC MOUNTAIN
Restricted Dates: Jan 13-15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket office on first floor of lodge. Present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Voucher Redemption Requirements: Daily ticket sales are limited, first come first serve. A Ski VT voucher does not guarantee a lift ticket if sold out. It is recommended to monitor online announcements for availability updates or call 802-824-5645 x109 with questions.
Regular Operating Schedule: Thur-Fri 9AM-4PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4PM
MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE SNOW BOWL
Restricted Dates: TBD
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Office, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: Open Wed-Sun, 9AM-4PM
MOUNT SNOW RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 25-31, 2023; Jan 13, 2024; Feb 17-18, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: All ticket locations, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: 9AM-4PM midweek; 8AM-4PM weekends
NORTHEAST SLOPES
Restricted Dates: Valid as of Dec 1 2023. Hours of operation may vary.
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Window, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: Sat-Sun & Holiday 12:00PM-4:00PM; Wed 12:00PM-4:20PM
OKEMO MOUNTAIN RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 25-31, 2023; Jan 13-14, 2024; Feb 17-18, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: All ticket locations, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule:
PICO MOUNTAIN
Restricted Dates: Dec 23, 2023 - Jan 1,2024; Jan 13 -15, 2024; Feb 17-19, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Online Only - NOT VALID AT TICKET WINDOW
Voucher Redemption Requirements: Redeem online at picomountain.com/redeem. Reload an existing One Pass RFID or add a new one and pickup from any ticket kiosk. Regular Operating Schedule: Thur-Mon + 12/30/23,12/31/23, 2/20/24, 2/21/24
SASKADENA SIX SKI AREA/WOODSTOCK INN & RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 23, 2023 - Jan 1,2024; Jan 13 -15, 2024; Feb 18-25, 2024
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket window, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: 9 AM- 4PM Wed -Sun, except peak 12/23/23-1/1/24, 1/13-15/24, 2/28-2/25/24
SKI QUECHEE
Restricted Dates: Dec 24-28, 2023; Feb 17-19, 2024; Feb 23-25, 2024.
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Booth, present PRINTED voucher.
Regular Operating Schedule: Friday-Sundays, Holiday Weeks
SMUGGLERS’ NOTCH RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 24-31, 2023; Jan 13-15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024.
Voucher Redemption Location: Ticket Booths, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Voucher Redemption Requirements: Subject to daily ticket cap, may sell out at any time. Smugglers' cannot guarantee ticket availability for vouchers not reserved in advanced via the Ski Vermont customer portal. If purchasing additional tickets, pre-purchase at www.smuggs.com/tickets.
Regular Operating Schedule: 8:30AM-4PM, M-F; 8:00AM-4:00PM, Sat-Sun
STOWE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 26-31, 2023; Jan 13-14, 2024; Feb 17-18, 2024.
Limited Ticket Inventory for the following dates: Jan 19-21, 26-28; Feb 2-4, 9-11, 23-25; Mar 1-3, 2024.
Voucher Redemption Location: All ticketing locations, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Voucher Redemption Requirements: On limited inventory days only customers with a reserved Ski VT voucher will be honored. If a date is no longer an option in Ski VT Customer portal, inventory for 3rd party products has been reached. Lift tickets to purchase may still be available online via Stowe website.
Regular Operating Schedule: 8:00AM-4PM daily.
STRATTON MOUNTAIN RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 26-31, 2023; Jan 13-14, 2024; Feb 17-24, 2024.
Voucher Redemption Location: Guest Services/Tickets, present digital or printed voucher to be scanned.
Regular Operating Schedule: 9AM-4PM, M-F; 8:30AM-4PM, Sat-Sun
SUGARBUSH RESORT
Restricted Dates: Dec 23, 2023- Jan 1, 2024; Jan 13-15, 2024; Feb 17-25, 2024.
Voucher Redemption Location: Online Only- NOT VALID AT TICKET WINDOW.
Voucher Redemption Requirements: https://shop.sugarbush.com/s/special-tickets. Advanced voucher redemption required. Pick up ticket loaded on RFID at Pick Up Box or Ticket Window.
Regular Operating Schedule: 8:00AM-4PM daily.
Cross Country Areas: Valid for use as of December 1.
Blueberry Lake X-C:Contact ski area for redemption information. Website:www.blueberrylakeskivt.com
Bolton Valley Nordic: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.BoltonValley.com
Brattleboro Outing Club Ski Hut: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.brattleborooutingclub.org
Dashney at Burke: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.skiburke.com
Camels Hump Nordic Skiers Association: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.camelshumpskiers.org
Catamount Outdoor Family Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.catamountoutdoorfamilycenter.org
Catamount Trail Association: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.catamounttrail.org
Craftsbury Outdoor Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.Craftsbury.com
Grafton Trails and Outdoor Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.graftontrails.com
Hazen’s Notch Association: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.hazensnotch.org
Jay Peak Cross Country Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.jaypeakresort.com
Kingdom Trails Winter Welcome Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.kingdomtrails.org
Memphremagog Ski Touring Foundation: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.MSTF.net
Mountain Meadows XC Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website:
Mountain Top Inn & Resort: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.mountaintopinn.com
Okemo: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.okemo.com
Prospect Mountain: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.prospectmountain.com
Rikert Nordic Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.rikertnordic.com
Ski Quechee: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.quecheeclub.com
Sleepy Hollow Inn: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.skisleepyhollow.com
Smugglers’ Notch: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.smuggs.com
Stowe: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.stowe.com
Strafford Nordic Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.straffordnordicskiing.com
Stratton Mountain: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.stratton.com
Timber Creek XC: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.TimberCreekXC.Com
Trapp Family Lodge XC: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.Trappfamily.com
Viking Nordic Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.vikingnordic.com
Wild Wings Ski Touring Center: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.wildwingsski.com
Woodstock Inn-Mt. Tom Trails: Contact ski area for redemption information. Website: www.woodstockinn.com
Please contact Ski Vermont at support@passes.skivermont.com with your details PRIOR to the date the reservation is for, including child’s name, voucher number, ski area and selected redemption date chosen so we can work with you to re-validate* the voucher for future use at our discretion.
If you reserve a voucher and are turned away at the ski area due to max capacity for that chosen day when attempting to redeem, please email that same day stating max capacity as the request for revalidation reason. We will confirm information with the ski area and re-validate* the voucher for future use at our discretion.
* If any voucher has already been used to complete an advanced online ticket reservation, re-validation will not be an option as that voucher number is already registered in the ski area's system and not work for you again. Customers will need to work with the ski area directly to request date change.
Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passports are sold and then managed by customer through Ski Vermont’s Online Pass Portal. Regular access to portal is required to use the passport. No physical passbook provided.
Log in or create an account in the portal. To create an account, passports must first be on sale.
New Account: Complete the account creation and household information page. You will then be brought to the product purchase page where you can proceed or log back in to complete later. The account username, password and email address will be utilized to access the Fifth Grade Passport, and manage usage.
Existing Account: Log In. Any active products will be displayed. Click add product to be brought to the purchase screen as needed.
Using Customer Portal: The process the parent/guardian and/or fifth grader completes—by logging into their portal, selecting a ski area and visit date to generate a single-use barcode—is a voucher reservation. The reserved voucher is redeemed for a lift ticket as instructed by destination ski area’s redemption requirements. These can be found under Participating Areas, Restricted Dates and Redemption Information or under the More Info button for each area in the customer portal.
Pending Approval: There is an approval processing delay from between purchase and activation, see How Do I Purchase for detailed information. Customers are welcome to check the approval status of a purchase by logging into their customer portal. The portal will state which products are pending and display any already approved.
For help or to ask additional questions about our pass products, contact support@passes.skivermont.com for assistance.
The 5th Grade Passport Program has helped families enjoy winter in Vermont for more than 20 years. Proceeds from the 5th Grade Passport benefit the Vermont community with donations to the Working Lands Enterprise Initiative, which protects and progresses the working landscape of Vermont by investing in agricultural and forestry based businesses & Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports which empowers youth and adults with disabilities to gain self-confidence and independence by participating in adaptive sports programs or activities.