Senior Special Section: Happy Holidays! In honor of the major snowfall in Colorado and the Rocky Mountains, we discuss discounts associated with snow in this week's issue.

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Senior Discounts Section: This week, we highlight senior discounts available at some of the retail stores to help those that still have last minute shopping.

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Savings on the Snow

Denver and much of the Rockies has been hit with one of the largest snow storms in years. While this can be problematic for travelers and people living in the areas hardest hit by the snow, it signals the beginning of a great year for snow sport enthusiasts. What better time to discuss some of the best senior discounts around, those offered by ski areas.

There are of course discounts available on lodging, car rentals, restaurants and other services one might use while traveling to and staying at winter resorts, but some of the best discounts will be found on lift tickets, rentals and lessons.

Many ski areas offer discounted lift ticket rates for older skiers. Typically ski areas will offer different rates depending on one's age. Discounts usually start around the age of 60 or 62 and can range between a 15% discount on the lift ticket price to no charge at all. Yes, that is correct, some ski areas offer free skiing to skiers of a certain age. People in their sixties can expect to see discounts of 15% to 75% off a daily ticket price and anywhere from 30% to 80% off season passes. Free skiing and deeply discounted lift ticket rates are usually reserved for skiers in their seventies and older.

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The majority of ski areas have web sites, and one can find their senior rates listed there. You can also call the area for its rates and specials. When booking a trip, be sure to ask about multiple day prices, especially if you don't yet qualify for and age-related discount. Some ski areas will have special senior packages that include air fare, lodging, lift tickets, rentals and lessons.

If you are not eligible for those senior discounts, check out the ski area's season passes. Many ski areas are now offering season passes to multiple mountains at very discounted prices. Often, you will only need to ski a couple of days to recoup the cost. Also, check out local grocery, stores, retail stores, hotels and gas stations in proximity to a ski area. Many of them will sell discounted ski tickets.

There are also ski clubs just for seniors. The Over the Hill Gang and the 70+ Ski Club are just two of the many clubs available. These clubs provide discounted prices and rentals, fun trips, and new friends to ski with.

Discounts can also be found on lessons and rentals. Many areas provide ski programs that are specifically designed for older skiers and will be reduced in cost. One may also find discounts on ski rentals, but generally only at the rental shops owned by the ski areas. Independently owned ski shops typically do not have age related discounts.

So enjoy the snow and save some money this season.

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Mature shoppers can receive 10% off every Wednesday at select locations. Discount, age requirement and participation can vary. Please call or ask at a local store for details.

Add a Discount Challenge

Each week in this newsletter we announce a new winner in the Add A Discount Challenge. Let your fellow senior discounters know about any new discounts you find and keep those discounts coming.

We are looking for any and all NEW Senior Discounts. This means discounts that we don't already have on our web site. Ask at your favorite place of business and find out if it offers a senior discount. If it does, simply submit it on our web site. Click here.

You can also tell us about businesses you think would be interested in offering a senior discount. Provide us with a business's information and we will contact that business and invite it to offer a senior discount. The more discounts you enter, the better your chances of winning. Click here.

As always, we greatly appreciate your participation in adding value to our service.

Our winner of the senior discount challenge this week, Kristen Jones of Springfield, MO will receive a one year SeniorDiscounts Card membership. Kristen, please e-mail us at: newsletter@seniordiscounts.com to claim your prize.

Weekly Internet Challenge

Answer the trivia question correctly and you will be entered to WIN a complimentary SeniorDiscounts Card Membership with included SeniorDiscounts Guide Book.

This Week's Challenge:
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Our winner this week, Jack Hopkins of Woodbridge, VA will receive a one year SeniorDiscounts Card membership. Jack, please e-mail us at: newsletter@seniordiscounts.com to claim your prize.

Corrections Challenge

We can always use help keeping our database of discounts current and our web site free of errors. If you find a discount that is not correct, no longer valid, or an error on our web site, let us know and we will send you a gift. Just e-mail us at: mistakes@seniordiscounts.com with the mistake you have found and please include a correction if applicable. We appreciate your help.

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