Parents Guide

A Parents' Guide to Pioneer Group Lessons

How do I know my child is ready?
If your child is 3 years old, toilet-trained (can communicate toilet needs) and excited to ski or snowboard, we will provide them an amazing experience.

Do I need reservations?
Yes, Pioneer lessons have limited inventory and require reservations. Please reserve online or by calling 307-732-3134.

How should I dress my child?
Start with a thin layer next to the skin - long johns or thermals. Layer according to the weather with fleece tops and pants as insulation on colder days. Bring a hat and helmet, neck warmer and waterproof mittens. Don't forget ski goggles or sunglasses. Finally, a proper face covering. Use only one pair of socks, preferably ski socks as they keep kids' feet drier and warmer. Apply sunscreen.

What do I need to do prior to check-in?
We have implemented an online check-in process for our Mountain Sports School guests called JH Arrival.  We ask that everyone log in and complete the necessary waivers from their own device.  This will save time and eliminate crowding when your child arrives for their lesson. Please click here to access JH Arrival and complete your waivers.

How do I check in for my child’s lesson?
Pioneer lessons meet in the front lobby of the Kids Ranch. Check-in for morning Pioneer lessons begins at 9:00am. We highly recommend picking up your JCards and rentals before your child’s first day of lessons. The Kids Ranch sales desk and Jackson Hole Sports Jr. are open daily until 4:30pm, with next day rentals available after 2pm.

Once you have secured your child’s JCard and rentals, you will be directed to the Pioneer check-in, which is located inside the Kids Ranch lobby. Only Kids Ranch staff and children attending lessons will have access to the facility beyond the lobby. We will take anything you need to store for the day; street clothes, extra layers, etc, to the cubby room. Please arrive at check-in with your child dressed for the day with their ski/snowboard boots on.
At check-in, we will scan your child's J Card and provide you with any additional information you may need. Please notify staff at check-in of any special needs or allergies.

What is the schedule for the day?
After a trip to the bathroom and water fountain, we head out skiing. One or more breaks per lesson may be taken, depending on the Pioneers' age, energy level and weather. Pick up is in the backyard of the Kids Ranch at the yellow Pioneers flag. During pick-up at 3pm, you will have an opportunity to speak with your child's instructor. Lunch, snacks, hot cocoa and cold drinks are all provided.

What should I do if my child is feeling sick?
Children must be symptom free for at least 24 hours before participating in any MSS programs. Please refer to the Health Policy for full details.

For more information, call 307-732-3134 or e-mail mountainsports@jacksonhole.com

A Parents' Guide to Rough Rider Group Lessons

Do I need reservations?
Yes, Rough Rider lessons have limited inventory and require reservations. Please reserve online or by calling 307-732-3134.

How should I dress my child?
Start with a thin layer next to the skin - long johns or thermals. Layer according to the weather with fleece tops and pants as insulation on colder days. Outerwear should be both water and windproof.  Bring a helmet, neck warmer and waterproof mittens. Don't forget ski goggles or sunglasses. Finally, a proper face covering. Use only one pair of socks, preferably ski socks as they keep kids' feet drier and warmer. Apply sunscreen.

What do I need to do prior to check-in?
We have implemented an online check-in process for our Mountain Sports School guests called JH Arrival.  We ask that everyone log in and complete the necessary waivers from their own device. This will save time and eliminate crowding when your child arrives for their lesson. Please click here to access JH Arrival and complete your waivers.

How do I check in for my child’s lesson?
Rough Rider lessons meet at the Kids Ranch. Check-in for Rough Rider lessons is from 9:00am–9:30am, please have your child ready to ski with ski boots on and skis in hand.

We highly recommend picking up your JCards and rentals before your child’s first day of lessons. The Kids Ranch sales desk and Jackson Hole Sports Jr. are open daily until 4:30pm, with next-day rentals available after 2pm.

Once you have picked up your child’s JCard and rentals, you will be directed to Rough Rider check-in, which is located up the outside stairs, on the back patio of the Kids Ranch. Please arrive at check-in with your child dressed for the day with their boots on, skis/snowboard in hand. There will be baskets available at check-in to store extra layers, masks, etc… there will be no public access to the cubby room inside the Kids Ranch.

At check-in, we will scan your child's J Card and provide you with any additional information you may need. Please notify staff at check-in of any special needs or allergies.

What is the schedule for the day?
Check-in begins at 9am and group lessons start skiing/riding at, or before, 9:30am, so please have your child ready to ski/ride when they arrive. Breaks may be taken during the morning, depending on Rough Riders' age, energy level and weather. Rough Rider lunch is split into two sessions, one at 11:30am, one at 12:15pm. An afternoon ski/snowboard session caps the day. Pick-up is at 3pm, where you dropped them off. During pick-up, you will have an opportunity to speak with your child's instructor. Snacks, hot cocoa and cold drinks are all provided.

What should I do if my child is feeling sick?
Children must be symptom free for at least 24 hours before participating in any MSS programs. Please refer to the Health Policy for full details.

For more information, call 307-732-3134 or e-mail mountainsports@jacksonhole.com

A Parents' Guide to Explorer Group Lessons

Do I need reservations?
Yes, Explorer lessons have limited inventory and require reservations. Please reserve online or by calling 307-732-3134.

How should I dress my child?
Start with a thin layer next to the skin - long johns or thermals. Layer according to the weather with fleece tops and pants as insulation on colder days. Outerwear should be both water and windproof.  Bring a helmet, neck warmer and waterproof mittens. Don't forget ski goggles or sunglasses. Finally, a proper face covering. Use only one pair of socks, preferably ski socks as they keep kids' feet drier and warmer. Apply sunscreen.

What do I need to do prior to check-in?
We have implemented an online check-in process for our Mountain Sports School guests called JH Arrival.  We ask that everyone login and complete the necessary waivers from your own device. This will save time and eliminate crowding when your child arrives for their lesson. Please click here to access JH Arrival and complete your waivers.

How do I check in for my child’s lesson?
Explorer lessons meet at Solitude Station, located at the mid-station of the Sweetwater Gondola. Check-in for Explorer lessons starts at 9:15am.
We highly recommend picking up your JCard and rentals before your child’s first day of lessons.
Once you have picked up your child’s JCard and rentals, you will be directed to Explorer check-in, which is located at the blue flags just outside Solitude Station. Please arrive at check-in with your child dressed for the day with their boots on, skis/snowboard in hand.
At check-in, we will scan your child's JCard and provide you with any additional information you may need. Please notify staff at check-in of any special needs or allergies.

What is the schedule for the day?
Once assembled, classes take a warm-up run. A supervisor will ensure all classes are well-matched for ability, speed and, when possible, age. Once groups are finalized, they will go skiing/riding for the morning. Lunch is split into three sessions at 11:30am, 12:15pm, and 1:00pm. After lunch groups, they will ski or ride until the end of the lesson. Pick up is at 3:30pm at the blue flags located in front of the Solitude Station. During pick-up, you will have an opportunity to speak with your child's instructor. Lunch, snacks, hot cocoa and cold drinks are all provided.

What should I do if my child is feeling sick?
Children must be symptom free for at least 24 hours before participating in any MSS programs. Please refer to the Health Policy for full details.

For more information, call 307-732-3134 or e-mail mountainsports@jacksonhole.com