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Emergency Contacts Emergency Situation / Quick Response - Fire, Medical, Police 911 or 9-911 (dialing from house phone) Non-Emergency Situations / Alarms, Theft, Disturbances Sun Valley Resort Security / 208.720.0157 Lost Children Mountain or base of Mountain / 9am-4:30pm River Run Ticket Desk / 208.622.6136 Mountain after 4:30pm Security / 208.720.0157 Sun Valley Village Security / 208.720.0157
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When calling for help, be ready to provide / 1. Your name 2. Department or location of emergency 3. Type of emergency 4. Injury or nature of incident 5. Please DO NOT HANG UP 6. Provide report to supervisor or manager This guide may not be reprinted or reproduced, in part or whole, without the written permission of Sun Valley Company. Prices, hours, policies are subject to change without notice. Please check www.sunvalley.com and or Daily Operations Update (DOU) for latest information.
Dear Sun Valley Team Member Welcome to our 82nd winter season! It is a pleasure to have you on the Sun Valley team this winter. This handbook is intended to provide you with quick answers to the questions most commonly asked by our Guests. Please keep it with you at all times while working. Best wishes for a fun, exciting and successful season!
Tim Silva Sun Valley Resort Vice President & General Manager 2
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100% Guest Satisfaction
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TALK
Say “hello,” “good morning,” and “good evening” to all Guests, whether you’re sitting at your desk or walking to lunch. Ask questions about their day, if they need any assistance, how you can help.
EYE CONTACT
Make eye contact with Guests, especially when speaking with them.
NAME
Use the Guest’s name if you know them, “Welcome back, Ms. Smith”.… Let the Guest know your name by introducing yourself and by wearing your name tag.
SMILE
Smile! Make the Guest feel welcome and appreciated.
100% Guest Satisfaction Addressing Guest Issues with “LAST” LISTEN
Listen to the Guest without interrupting. Take notes, if necessary.
APOLOGIZE
Apologize and offer a sincere show of empathy, such as “I’m sorry that happened” or “I understand how you could feel that way.”
SOLVE
Solve the Guest’s issue immediately; seek assistance, if needed to resolve the situation.
THANK
Thank the Guest for bringing the issue to your attention. Avoid excuses or blame / Provide a solution / Get help from supervisor, if needed Share the information with others who can help to create a long-term solution for the future.
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Automated External Defibrillators (AED) Locations
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Carol’s Dollar Mountain Lodge
Ski School desk
Clubhouse/Golf Pro Shop & Nordic Center
To the right of the restaurant front doors
Elkhorn Golf Clubhouse
Near main front door
Indoor Ice Rink
Seattle Ridge
Pillar by front door
Security Vehicle (on-call)
208.720.0157
Ski Patrol
Portable units 208.720.0157
Near southeast entrance
Sun Valley Inn
Front desk counter
Nordic Center/ Clubhouse
To the right of the restaurant front doors
Sun Valley Lodge
Near front desk counter
Tennis Pro Shop
By main door
Pavilion
Behind sound booth
Trail Creek Cabin
Bar area
River Run Lodge
Ticket desk
Roundhouse
Near entry
Warm Springs Lodge
By ski school desk
ATM Locations | Banks Bank
Sun Valley
Wells Fargo Bank / 208.622.5664 / 9:30am-3:00pm / Sun Valley Village, across from Konditorei
ATM
Sun Valley
River Run Lodge | Sun Valley Clubhouse | Sun Valley Lodge (business center) | Sun Valley Inn (lobby) | Wells Fargo Bank (outside in Village)
Banks
Ketchum
DL Evans | Idaho Independent Bank | Mountain West | US Bank | Wells Fargo | Zions Bank | Washington Federal
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Bowling | Game Room 208.622.2191 | Mon-Fri / 3-10pm & Sat-Sun /11am-10pm Schedule may vary during peak periods. Information on children’s parties or private events / 208.622.2135 $60 per hour, per lane / includes shoes / up to six people per lane The 6-lane bowling alley and game room are located in the lower level of the Sun Valley Lodge.
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Catering Banquets 208.622.2020 Sun Valley organizes special events and provides catering for a wide range of occasions. Our catering department can provide special meeting arrangements, menu planning, audio/visual, wedding coordination, wine selections, entertainment, room gifts, and assistance with group recreational activities.
Weddings
Special celebrations
Conference groups
Fundraising events
Family reunions
Business meetings
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Child Care | Playschool and Babysitting Dollar Kindercare / 208.622.2009 Village Playschool / 208.622.2288 | playschool@sunvalley.com Recreation Center / 208.622.2135 | Babysitting / please call Concierge / 208.622.2097 Winter Playschool | Daycare | Non-Skier Children 18 months – 5 years old
Dec 18, 2017 – Jan 5, 2018
Full-Day / 9am-4pm $150
Half-Day / 9am-1pm or 12pm-4pm $105
18 months – 5 years old
Jan 2 – April 22, 2018
Full-Day / 9am-4pm $110
Half-Day / 9am-1pm or 12pm-4pm $80
Location / Sun Valley Village | Lunch $10
Kindercub | Daycare | Ski Lessons 3 – 4 years old
Dec 18, 2017 – Jan 5, 2018
Full-Day / 9am-4pm | $340 Half-Day / 9am-1pm or 12pm-4pm | $225
3 – 4 years old
Jan 6 – April 22, 2018
Full-Day / 9am-4pm | $325 Half-Day / 9am-1pm or 12pm-4pm | $215
Location / Carol’s Dollar Mountain Lodge | Lunch + Ski Rental Included 11
Children’s Birthday Packages Recreation Center / 208.622.2135 Custom packages can include bowling and/or ice skating with pizza, cupcakes, music and more! Organized by a personal party planner.
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Dining | Mountain Carol’s Dollar Mountain Lodge | Base of Dollar Mountain | Daily Hours / 8am-4pm Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Beverages – including beer and wine Lookout Day Lodge | Top of Bald Mountain | Daily Hours / 9am – 2:30pm Hot beverages, the famous taco bar, salads and refreshments. River Run Day Lodge | Base of River Run | Daily Hours / 8am-6pm Breakfast, Lunch, Full-Service Bar Live après ski music most weekends / Friday & Saturday / 2:30pm-5:30pm Seattle Ridge | Top of Seattle Ridge | Daily Hours / 9am-2:30pm Breakfast, Lunch, Bar / Wine Warm Springs Day Lodge | Daily Hours / 8am-6pm Breakfast, Lunch, Full-Service Bar | Live après ski music most Sundays / 2:30pm-5:30pm 13
Dining | Mountain The Roundhouse | 208.622.2012 | Reservations / 208.622.2800 (recommended for lunch / required for dinner) | 7,700’ elevation | On Bald Mountain, at the top of the Roundhouse Gondola Lunch | Daily / 11am-3pm | Classic gourmet lunch with cozy fireplace or sunny deck Full-Service Bar Dinner | Fri-Sat / 6pm-9pm | Multi-course chef-tasting menu | Gondola ride included Full-Service Bar Averell’s | Downstairs of the Roundhouse | Daily Hours | 11am-4pm Casual atmosphere with après ski menu and full-service bar
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Dining | Sun Valley Lodge Gretchen’s | 208.622.2144 | Reservations / 208.622.2144 | Daily Hours / 7am-9pm | $$ Named after Olympian, Gretchen Fraser, the restaurant features new American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. No reservations for breakfast and lunch; reservations may be taken for dinner. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Duchin Lounge | 208.622.2145 | Sun-Thurs / noon-11pm | Fri-Sat / noon-midnight | $ Hours may vary during peak periods. Full bar and light fare menu. Weekend live entertainment | Check DOU or www.sunvalley.com/things-to-do/events-calendar Appetizers / Lunch / Dinner
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Dining | Sun Valley Lodge Poolside Café & Bar | 208.622.2823 | Daily Hours / café menu & bar service / 11:30am-6pm | $$ Hours may vary during peak periods. Casual dining with light fare, full bar and beverage service. Located between the fitness facility and Spa. Bowling Alley Café & Bar | 208.622.2191 | Fri-Sun / 11am-9pm | Sun-Thurs / 3pm-9pm | $ Fun and family-friendly atmosphere with small bites and snacks.
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Dining | Sun Valley Village The Ram | 208.622.2225 | Reservations / 208.622.2800 | Hours / Daily / 5-9:30pm | $$$ Fine cuisine featuring Sun Valley classics in a cozy, traditional Alpine setting. Reservations recommended. Live entertainment – check DOU for updates. The Ram Bar | 208.622.2266 | $ Daily Hours / Sun-Thurs / 4pm-11pm | Fri-Sat / 4pm-midnight Bar Menu / Daily Hours / 4pm-10pm Full bar with light fare in afternoon and evening. Appetizers / Dinner light bites
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Dining | Sun Valley Village Konditorei | 208.622.2235 | Hours / Mon-Sat / 7am-5pm | Sunday brunch / 7am-5pm | $$ German-Austrian “konditorei� (pastry shop) and restaurant in a bright setting. Serving locally roasted organic and fair trade coffee, beer, wine and crafted cocktails. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner (offered during peak times) Village Station | 208.622.2138 | Daily Hours / 11:00am-10pm / $ Craft beers on tap, take-out menu, large-screen televisions, and creek-side patio. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and entrees. Appetizers / Dinner
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Dining | Sun Valley Village Short Line Deli | 208.622.2060 | Daily Hours / 11am-5pm | $ Take-out deli with freshly prepared cold sandwiches and salads, imported and domestic cheeses, wine/liquor, craft beer, grocery-sundries, snacks. a la Mode | 208.622.2243 | Daily Hours / 2pm-9pm | $ Old-fashioned ice cream parlor featuring extensive menu of house-made and local ice creams, milkshakes and sundaes.
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Dining | Other Locations Sun Valley Club | 208.622.2919 | Lunch / 11am-5pm Located one mile east of Sun Valley Village on Trail Creek Rd (location of Nordic Center). A locals’ favorite for lunch, with spectacular views of the Nordic trails and Bald Mountain. Large screen televisions. Lunch and Full-Service Bar Trail Creek Cabin | 208.622.2019 | Wed-Sun / 5:00pm-9pm Rustic setting in the historic Trail Creek Cabin | 1.5 miles east of Sun Valley Village on Trail Creek Rd. Dinner and Bar | Reservations recommended for drive-outs. Sleigh Ride and Dinner | Reservations Required | 208.622.2019
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Events | Sun Valley Jan 20-21
Freestyle Spectacular (Moguls)
Jan 27
Baldy Banked Challenge
Jan 27-28
Freeski Spectacular (Slopestyle and Big Air)
Feb 1-4
Sun Valley Nordic Festival
Feb 1-4
USASA Competition (Slopesyle/Boarder X/Skier X)
Feb 3-4
Monroe Cup (Alpine)
Feb 24-25
Laura Flood Memorial (Alpine)
Feb 26-March 4
Family of Woman Film Festival
March 14-18
Sun Valley Film Festival
March 15-17
Janss Cup (Alpine)
March 19-26
2018 Toyota U.S. Alpine Championships
March 27-31
U.S. Junior Alpine Championships
March 31 – April 1
Dollar Dayz & Pond Skim
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Events | Holiday / Winter Wonderland Dec 9
Winter Wonderland | Magic in the Mountains / Locals Party in the Village
Dec 14
The Community Library presents Holiday Storytelling for Kids in Lodge Sunroom
Dec 16
Grand Opening Celebration | Village Station
Dec 16
Winter Wonderland/Magic in the Mountains | Tree Lighting, Open-Air Market
Dec 21
High Tea in the Lodge Lobby
Dec 21
10th Annual Classic Christmas Concert | Sun Valley Opera House
Dec 22
Holiday Vintage Sweater Contest & Party at the Duchin Lounge
Dec 23 + 24
Brunch with Santa at the Sun Valley Club
Dec 23
Elf for a Day – Kids Gift Making in the Boiler Room
Dec 24
Christmas Eve: Winter Wonderland Ice Show, Dollar Torchlight Parade, & Fireworks
Dec 31
Family Night Skiing and Party at Dollar Mountain
Dec 31
Sun Valley Center for the Arts Bubbly Bash at River Run 22
Environmental Responsibility The environment is our livelihood! Recycling is available throughout Sun Valley Resort. Please look for the marked recycling bins located in the Village, at the base areas, and in the mountain lodges.
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FAQ | Sun Valley Facts • Sun Valley was established as the first destination ski resort in North America in 1936. • Renovated Lodge / The historical Sun Valley Lodge, constructed in 1936, underwent a major renovation and reopened in June 2015. The Lodge has refurbished guest rooms, public spaces and a new 20,000 sq. ft. Spa and fitness center. • The Roundhouse opened in 1939. •R ecent Buildings / Carol’s Dollar Lodge opened in 2006. The Sun Valley Pavilion and Clubhouse opened in 2008. • Skiing / Over 2,000 skiable acres and 3,400 vertical feet; Baldy’s longest ski run is 3 miles long! • Sun / annual average of 250 days • Olympians / more than 20 live in the community and are closely associated with Sun Valley. • Golf / Three Championship golf courses with 45 holes of golf • Wilderness / Sun Valley is surrounded by thousands of acres of wilderness. • Year-round destination / Sun Valley was originally created as a destination ski resort – it’s also known for world-class fly-fishing, golfing and mountain biking!
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Fitness Centers | Pools Daily Hours | Fitness Facilities / 7am-10pm FREE for all Sun Valley Resort Guests 2 heated swimming pools / 2 Jacuzzis / 1 sauna / 2 fitness facilities Adult supervision required for children under 13 years old / No lifeguard on duty Sun Valley Lodge | Pool / Jacuzzi / Poolside CafĂŠ / Fitness Facility | Daily Hours / 7am-10pm Location | Adjacent to Lodge and Spa. Lockers available. Sun Valley Inn | Pool / Fitness Facility | 208.622.2259 | Daily Hours / 7am-10pm Location | Ask front desk. Lockers available.
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Fun Pass | Winter Guests can enjoy six (6) of the eight (8) activities – at their own pace! $69 per person + tax | Available for purchase at SV Guest Information Center and RR Brass Ranch | 208.622.2135 • a la Mode | one hot chocolate beverage • Bowling | ½-hour + shoe rental • Gondola Ride | 1 lift ticket up Bald Mountain • Horse-drawn Sleigh Ride | one person + day sleigh ride • Ice Skating | one session + skate rental • Opera House | movie admission • Snowshoe Rental | ½-day snowshoe rental • Virtual Golf | 1-hour
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Gift Cards Sun Valley gift cards may be purchased and redeemed at gift shops, retail stores, recreational activities, Lodge or Inn charges, restaurant or concert (sold through Sun Valley Ticketfly). Sun Valley Gift Cards | Locations to Purchase Sun Valley Village
Guest Information Center and all Sun Valley-owned retail stores
River Run
Ticket counter and retail stores
Sun Valley Clubhouse
Pro Shop/Nordic Center
Online
www.sunvalley.com > eStore > gift cards
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Golf | Virtual A selection of world-class championship golf courses available to play indoors. Simulator provides swing data on all shots. Max 4 golfers per session. Located downstairs in the Sun Valley Nordic Center | Open Daily | 10am-4pm (last game completed by 4pm) Virtual Golf $30/person | 1st hour
$20/person | 2nd hour
$10/person | 3rd hour
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Gondola Tickets 208.622.6136 Lifts open / 9am – 4pm | Group Rates Available The Gondola travels from River Run Plaza to The Roundhouse/Averell’s, where guests can enjoy lunch, dinner or drinks. Last Gondola ride uphill | 4pm / Skiers need to be off mountain by 4:30pm Last call for skiers to ski down | 3:45pm (or ride Gondola down by 5pm) Winter Lift Tickets | Foot Traffic | Round-trip Ride
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Regular Season
Peak Season Dec 15-Jan 1 & Feb 16-25
Adult / 13 – 64 years old
$20
$25
Youth / 3-12 years old
$15
$19
Senior / 65 years old +
$15
$19
Children / 4 & under
Free
Free
Guest Information Center 208.622.2135 | Restaurant Reservations / 208.622.2800 Sun Valley Village, across from Pete Lane’s | Daily Hours / 9am-5pm The Sun Valley Guest Information Center is a great resource for resort information, activities and events. • Book activities at the resort – Winter Fun Pass, sleigh rides • Concert tickets, lift tickets, season passes • Reservations – Ice Shows, Restaurants (Gretchen’s, The Ram, The Roundhouse, Trail Creek Cabin) • Receive/renew recreation cards • Brochures / mountain, resort & trail maps / area maps
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Ice Skating Ice Rink Outdoor Skate House | 208.622.2194 | skatingcenter@sunvalley.com Daily Hours / 11am-7pm Sun Valley Ice Rink, behind the Sun Valley Lodge Full service pro shop | Skate rentals | Group & Private Lessons Type
Rates
Adult / 13 + years old
$12
Child / 12 & under
$10
Child / 5 & under (with paying Adult)
Free
Skate Rental / figure & hockey skates available
$6
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Lift Tickets | Bald Mountain Lift ticket pricing is dynamic. For best pricing, purchase online at least 7 days in advance. Half-day ticket pricing begins at 12:30pm Non-Peak/Value Season
Regular Season
Peak Season
Opening Day – Dec 14 April 4 – Closing Day
Jan 2 – Feb 15 Feb 26 – April 4
Dec 15 – Jan 1 Feb 16 – 25
Adult 1-Day / 13-64
$89
Adult 1-Day / 13-64
$135
Adult 1-Day / 13-64
$149
Adult Half-Day / 13-64
$75
Adult Half-Day / 13-64
$95
Adult Half-Day / 13-64
$105
Senior 1-Day / 65+
$68
Senior 1-Day / 65+
$89
Senior 1-Day / 65+
$99
Senior Half-Day / 65+
$55
Senior Half-Day / 65+
$65
Senior Half-Day / 65+
$75
Child 1-Day / 12 & under
$59
Child 1-Day / 12 & under
$75
Child / 12 & under
$85
Child Half-Day / 12 & under
$45
Child Half-Day / 12 & under
$55
Child Half-Day / 12 & under
$72
Military
$45
Military
$68
Military
$75
Military Half-Day
$38
Military Half-Day
$48
Military Half Day
$53 32
Lift Tickets | Dollar Mountain Lift ticket pricing is dynamic. For best pricing, purchase online at least 7 days in advance. Half-day ticket pricing begins at 12:30pm | Children 4 years old and younger = FREE Non-Peak/Value Season
Regular Season
Peak Season
Opening Day – Dec 14 April 4 – Closing Day
Jan 2 – Feb 15 Feb 26 – April 4
Dec 15 – Jan 1 Feb 16 – 25
Adult 1-Day / 13-64
$55
Adult 1-Day / 13-64
$89
Adult 1-Day / 13-64
$99
Adult Half-Day / 13-64
$45
Adult Half-Day / 13-64
$70
Adult Half-Day / 13-64
$75
Senior 1-Day / 65+
$40
Senior 1-Day / 65+
$55
Senior 1-Day / 65+
$65
Senior Half-Day / 65+
$33
Senior Half-Day / 65+
$48
Senior Half-Day / 65+
$57
Child 1-Day / 12 & under
$39
Child 1-Day / 12 & under
$59
Child / 12 & under
$69
Child Half-Day / 12 & under
$30
Child Half-Day / 12 & under
$46
Child Half-Day / 12 & under
$55
Military
$28
Military
$45
Military
$50
Military Half-Day
$22
Military Half-Day
$35
Military Half-Day
$37
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Lift Ticket Exchange Program Guests with a multi-day (3 or more days) adult lift ticket may exchange one day for one of the following activities or services. Ticket, can be exchanged at the Guest Information Center and River Run Day Lodge. Spa / Day Pass
A Spa day pass includes fitness center, outdoor pool/hot tub, and Spa facilities.
Retail Shopping
Guests may apply $40 towards purchase at Sun Valley-owned retail locations.
$40 Ski Tune-up Credit
A $40 credit towards a ski tune-up at Pete Lane’s at River Run or Warm Springs.
Nordic or Snowshoe Pkg.
SV Nordic Center XC ski or snowshoe day pass & equipment rental package.
Sun Valley Bowling Alley
One-hour of bowling – includes shoes and lane for up to six (6) people. No reservations.
Scenic Daytime Sleigh Ride
One-hour horse-drawn sleigh ride.
The Spa at Sun Valley
A $40 credit for any service at the Spa.
Sun Valley Resort Dining
Signature fondue for two at The Ram Bar or family size salad and specialty pizza at Village Station.
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Lockers | Storage 208.622.6121 / rent@sunvalley.com Day Lockers Dollar
8am – 5pm
208.622.2008
Secure pay lockers downstairs
River Run
8am – 5:30pm
208.622.6122
FREE unsecured lockers – main floor of Lodge / secure-pay lockers upstairs in Skier Services
Warm Springs
8am – 5pm
208.622.6354
FREE unsecured lockers – main floor of Lodge / secure-pay lockers upstairs in WS Lodge
208.622.2122
FREE ski/snowboard storage with Lodge & Inn Bell Service. Storage is located in Sun Valley Lodge Ski Room.
SV Lodge, Inn & Village
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Lockers | Storage Long-Term Storage
River Run
Full
$1175
Medium
$975
Small
$775
• Private locker rooms / lounge, private bathrooms, showers, boot dryers in lockers • Towel service
Warm Springs
Deluxe
$1275
• 10% off Sun Valley retail stores
Full
$1175
• 20% off Sun Valley rental products
¾-locker
$1075
• 20% off regular service/repair rates
½-locker
$775
• 25% off extra ski storage space
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Hotels | Lodging 208.622.2151 / 800.786.8259 / www.sunvalley.com Reservations | 8:00am – 9:00pm. Sun Valley Resort lodging includes hotel rooms, condominiums, cottages & townhomes. Guests may check in 24 hours a day Walk-ins (Guests without reservations) are welcome Sun Valley Lodge Location | Sun Valley Village | 1 Sun Valley Rd. (1st right after the Sun Valley Rd/Dollar stoplight) Front Desk | 208.622.2001 Sun Valley Inn Location | Sun Valley Village | 1 Sun Valley Rd. (right after the “Sun Valley Inn” sign) Front Desk | 208.622.2211 Condominiums / Cottages / Townhomes Check-in | Sun Valley Lodge or Sun Valley Inn Sun Valley Resort Group Sales Groups & Conventions | 800.322.3432 37
Lodging Amenities | Services Business Centers (Check DOU for current hours) Business centers are conveniently located in the Lodge and Inn and are provided as an exclusive amenity for our lodging Guests. Services include – computer use, printing, faxing, copying and ATM. Additional services are available through Concierge or Front Desk. Lodge Location | Next to Bell Service desk in Lobby. Concierge Services (800.622.2097 / Daily | 24 hours) Concierge is happy to assist Resort Guests with any arrangements they may need – including restaurant reservations, transportation, car rentals, concert tickets, babysitting services, spa and salon appointments, floral. Hotel Dining / Bars Sun Valley Lodge / Gretchen’s, Duchin Lounge, Poolside Café & Bar, Bowling Alley Café Sun Valley Inn / The Ram, The Ram Bar, Village Station. Pool / Fitness Center Sun Valley Resort has three pools (two year-round) and two fitness centers. Room Service (208.622.2202) Room service is available in Sun Valley Lodge and Sun Valley Inn. A menu is provided in each room. 38
Lost & Found Lost & Found Hotline / 208.622.2292 Please leave a detailed message with a description of the item, Guest’s full name and contact information Urgent/Emergency concerns (ONLY) / Security / 208.720.0157 Valuable item/s that may have been stolen, please contact police. Lost & Found Locations Central / Village
Unclaimed items are taken to the Laundry Building
Dollar
Found items across from SnowSports desk for 24 hours | Unclaimed items taken to the Laundry Building
River Run
Found items held at Ticket desk for 24 hours | Unclaimed items taken to Laundry Building
Warm Springs
Found items held at SnowSports desk for 24 hours | Unclaimed items taken to the Laundry Building
On-Mountain Lodges/Trails
Found items taken to River Run Lodge | Unclaimed items taken to the Laundry Building
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The Mountains Hours of Operation | River Run / Warm Springs / Dollar | 9am-4pm Mountain Report sunvalley.com/mountain-snow-report/ | 208.622.2093 or 800.635.4150 Bald Mountain Statistics
Dollar Mountain Statistics
Summit Elevation
9,150’
Summit Elevation
6,638’
Vertical Drop
3,400’
Vertical Drop
628’
Skiable Acres
2,054
Skiable Acres
129
Trails
105
Trails
14
Lifts
12
Lifts
6
Most suited for this type of skier/rider
Most suited for this type of skier/rider
• Intermediate to advanced skill level
• First time or entry-level
• Consistently makes good parallel turns
• Wants to gain confidence on gentle terrain
• Controls speed by more than just braking
• Likes terrain park experience
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The Mountains | Dollar Dollar LIVE For those seeking adventure, Dollar LIVE delivers the complete experience in a fun and inclusive atmosphere. With seven terrain areas with a variety of options, it is the ideal location for first-timers to expert skiers and riders. Dollar Mountain is the place to be this winter, with flow-style parks and progressive features that inspire and challenge all levels of guests. Terrain that Teaches™ Terrain that Teaches™ is an innovative skiing and snowboarding program designed by Sun Valley SnowSports to engage early learners of all ages in a fun and playful environment. Sculpted snow surfaces enhance the learning experience in a social and inclusive atmosphere.
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Mountain Tours & Activities Experience Cold Springs Canyon Join the Sun Valley Ski Patrol and SnowSports instructors as they lead guided tours of the proposed Cold Springs Canyon area. This informational tour for advanced skiers will explore steep chutes, tree skiing, and amazing views of the 380 acres of new terrain. Bald Mountain Experience Tour Bald Mountain with our experienced guides – a great way to become acquainted with the mountain and facilities. Daily | 10:30am | Group Tours available by special arrangement Meet | River Run Lodge / Mountain View Room Skiing / Riding Ability | Intermediate Ski or Ride with a Ranger Explore and appreciate Bald Mountain and its surroundings with a local Ketchum Forest Ranger. When | Tues / Thurs | 10:30am & 1:30pm | Two hours long Meet | Lookout Day Lodge - outside Skiing / Riding Ability | Intermediate
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Mountain Tours & Activities Ski Patrol 101 Participants chosen by raffle drawing | Thursdays | Meet at base of Gondola at 7am Guests can enjoy a sunrise at the top of Bald Mountain, and experience a morning with a Sun Valley Ski Patroller (SVSP). Guests join a SVSP for two-hours and help to prepare the mountain for opening. Two participants will be selected each week through a drawing. To enter the drawing, register by texting PATROL101 [email address] (e.g. PATROL101jsmith@aol.com) to 42427. Skiing / Riding Ability | Intermediate Ride the Beast Participants chosen randomly | Fri & Sat Meet at the River Run Mountain office at 4pm for groomers meeting. Guests can ride with some of the best snow grooming operators in North America, and view the action first-hand. To enter the drawing, register by texting BEAST [email address] (e.g. BEASTjdoe@gmail.com) to 42427
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Movies | Opera House 208.622.2244 | Located in Sun Valley Village | Full concession stand Ticket Prices Adults
$9
Seniors / 60+
$6.75
Children / 12 & under
$6.75
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Nordic Skiing | Snowshoeing | Fat Biking Sun Valley Nordic, Snowshoe & Fat Biking Center | 208.622.2250 | Open Daily / 9am-5pm 40 km / Nordic Skiing Trails | 14 km / Snowshoe Trails | 10km / Fat Biking Trails Half-Day starts at 12.30pm | Children 12 & under SKI FREE | Season Passes available Trail Fees Adult
Seniors / 65+
Nordic | Full-Day / 1/2 Day
$24 / $20
$20 / $13
Snowshoe + Fat Bike
$12
$12
Rentals Nordic Skis | Full-Day / Half Day
$24.54 / $20
Fat Bikes | Full-Day / Half Day
$45 / $35
Snowshoes
$18.18
Chariot | Full-Day / Half Day
$13.63 / $9.09 Lockers
Cubbies / FREE 45
Seasonal Locker / $100 (includes ski storage)
Nordic Skiing | Lessons 208.622.2250 Private & group lessons | clinics | women’s, masters & children’s programs Snowshoe Tours / private & group available Group Lessons Group Introduction to Classic
Group Introduction to Skate
Daily | 9:45 am – 11:00 am | 2 skier minimum
Daily | 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm | 2 skier minimum
$65 / person
$65 / person Private Lessons
Private Nordic | 1-hour
$95
Each additional person
$30
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Parking | Mountains Purchase season parking permits at River Run Ticket office – all locations. Parking permits must be displayed in windshield. Dollar Mountain
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FREE
Main Lot
Drop-Off
Pull-through driveway | front of Dollar Mountain Day Lodge
Overflow FREE Parking
Pavilion Lot / shuttle provided
Parking | Mountains River Run
Shuttle circles lots and stops at RR bridge every 10 minutes
FREE
Upper Lot, Trail Creek Lot (overflow at Tyrolean)
FREE
Handicapped Parking | Lower Lot
Season Permit (paid)
Lower Lot
Premier Parking
Valet curbside arrival service & premier self-park lot/service during Peak Season
Drop-off
Lower Lot Warm Springs
FREE
Upper Greyhawk Lot / Lower Greyhawk Lot
Season Permit
Lower Greyhawk Lot
Overflow FREE
Park-n-Ride Lot at YMCA @ Warm Springs/Saddle Rd (bus shuttles to lifts every 30min or less)
Drop-Off
In front of Warm Springs Day Lodge on Picabo Street
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Real Estate Sun Valley Real Estate & Development | 208.720.1922 | info@whitecloudsresidences.com White Clouds is an exclusive residential neighborhood in Sun Valley, overlooking the White Clouds nine of the Sun Valley golf course, and being surrounded by open space. Offices located in Sun Valley Clubhouse.
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Name
Phone
Wally Huffman
208.720.1112
wallyhuffman@sunvalley.com
Mark Thoreson
208.720.1922
mthoreson@sunvalley.com
Jasmin Magana
208.622.2105
jmagana@sunvalley.com
Rentals/Repairs/Sales | Ski & Snowboard 208.622.6123 | petelanes@sunvalley.com Skis/Snowboards | Boots | Poles | Bindings | Helmets | Goggles Demos available at River Run & Warm Springs Sales & Rentals | Tune & Repair Dollar Mountain | Pete Lane’s
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
208.622.2008
River Run | Pete Lane’s
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
208.622.6123
Warm Springs | Pete Lane’s
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
208.622.6354
Custom Boot Work | Liners | Footbeds | Sales River Run | Pete Lane’s
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
208.622.6124
Warm Springs | Pete Lane’s
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
208.622.6354
Appointments Available | Alpine Boots / Footbeds for Nordic, Hockey, Ice Skates
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Restrooms On Mountain
Lookout Lodge; The Roundhouse; Seattle Ridge Day Lodge
Base of Mountain
River Run Day Lodge (2nd floor); Pete Lane’s/Brass Ranch River Run building; Warm Springs Day Lodge; Carol’s Dollar Mountain Lodge
Sun Valley Village
Konditorei; Sun Valley Lodge; Sun Valley Inn
Nordic Center
Sun Valley Clubhouse
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Season Passes | Alpine Season passes may be purchased online, at the Sun Valley Guest Information Center, River Run or Dollar Mountain ticket counters. Pass Pricing Challenger Season Pass
Unlimited | Bald/Dollar Mountains
$2450
Young Adult Challenger
29 years old & younger / Unlimited | Bald/Dollar Mountains
$1450
Freedom Found Pass
Unlimited Early/Late + 15 Days in regular season
$1500
15-Day Pass
Up to 15 days | Bald/Dollar
$1350
Early/Late Pass
Valid / opening – Dec. 15, 2017 & March 19, 2018 – end of season | Bald/Dollar
$395
College Season Pass
FT college students (ages 18-25) with valid college ID. Unlimited Bald/Dollar
$469
Senior Discount Pass
65 years old + / $25 off adult daily lift rate / regular season | Bald/Dollar
FREE
Adult Dollar Pass
Unlimited on Dollar | Discounts on Bald when Dollar closed
$779
Child Dollar Pass
Unlimited on Dollar | Discount on Bald when Dollar closed
$355
Mountain Collective
16 ski destinations | mountaincollective.com
$489 52
Season Passes | Nordic Nordic season passes include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and fat biking. Season passes can be purchased online, at the Sun Valley Guest Information Center, and the Sun Valley Nordic Center. Pass Pricing
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Adult Nordic Pass
13-64 years old | Unlimited / Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking
$289
Youth Nordic Pass
12 & under | Unlimited / Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking
$99
Senior Nordic Pass
65 years old + | Unlimited / Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking
$249
SV/BCRD Combo Nordic
Unlimited | SV & BCRD Nordic trails
$490
Shopping | Sun Valley Retail Brass Ranch Ski fashions, technical skiwear and outerwear for men, women and kids. Unique accessories, gifts, jewelry, cosmetics and shoes. Locations
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
9:00 am – 8:00pm
208.622.2021
River Run Plaza
8:00 am – 5:00pm
208.622.6146
Pete Lane’s Mountain Sports Outdoor clothing for the entire family – skiing, snowboarding, yoga and mountain lifestyle gear. Rentals, tune-ups, storage, and custom boot fitting. Locations
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
208.622.2276
River Run Plaza
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
208.622.6123
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Shopping | Sun Valley Retail Sun Valley Signatures & Gifts Sun Valley logo apparel & souvenirs, greeting cards, sundries, fine gifts, and unique jewelry. Locations
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
208.622.2206
Sun Valley Lodge Lobby
7:00 am – 10:00 pm
208.622.2063
Ice Skate Shop Skater designer dresses, skates and gifts. Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Outdoor Ice Rink
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
208.622.2196
Sun Valley Nordic Center Clothing, accessories, tune-ups. Equipment rental available.
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Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Clubhouse
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
208.622.2251
Shopping | Other Retail Towne & Parke Fine Jewelry Full-service jewelry store featuring a large selection of ‘sun’ jewelry & Waterford crystal. Repairs. Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
Open Daily
208.622.3522
Panache Women’s high-end fashions from European & American designers. Variety of cashmere. Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
Open Daily
208.622.4228
Bellissimo Unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, and home furnishings. Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
208.721.0702
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Shopping | Other Retail SQN Sport SQN Sport offers luxurious women’s active wear. Made in the USA, with headquarters in Sun Valley. Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
208.726.0499
Chocolate Foundry Old fashioned candy store with handmade chocolates and sweets. Watch candy making while you shop! Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
208.622.2147
The Toy Store Friendly & fun with everything from the ‘classics’ to the ‘newest thing’ in toys. Since 1978.
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Location
Hours
Phone
Sun Valley Village
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
208.622.5966
Sleigh Rides Reservations Required | Sun Valley Guest Information Center / 208.622.2135 Trail Creek Cabin for Dinner Route / Destination
Round-trip ride from SV Inn to Trail Creek Cabin.
When
Wed-Sun / Regular season | Daily / Peak-Holiday season (Dec. 15, 2017Jan. 1, 2018 & Feb. 14-25, 2018)
Prices
Includes sleigh ride, dinner and gratuity (not tax) Regular / Adult / $129 | Child / $75 Peak / Adult / $159 | Child / $95
Daytime Sleigh Rides | Adults / $25 | Children / $10 (12 & under) | Private sleighs available Dec 16-31, 2017 (peak season)
Daily | 11am / 11:30am / noon / 12:30pm / 1pm / 1:30pm / 2pm
Jan 1 – Feb 16, 2018
Fri / Sat / Sun | 11am / noon / 1pm / 2pm
Feb 17 – 25, 2018 (peak season)
Daily | 11am / 11:30am / noon / 12:30pm / 1pm / 1:30pm / 2pm
Feb 26 – end of season
Fri / Sat / Sun | 11am / noon / 1pm / 2pm
Peak Season Prices
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SnowSports Reservations | 888.490.5950 / 208.622.2289 | snowsports@sunvalley.com | Open Daily • Alpine skiing and snowboarding instruction. Group and private lessons for adults, teens and children. • Private Telemark instruction available with advance reservations. • Discounted tickets and rentals are available for adult and children’s group lessons. • Adaptive lessons available through Higher Ground. •T errain that Teaches™ - an innovative program designed to engage early learners in a fun and playful atmosphere.
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SnowSports | Adult Group Specialty Lessons Dollar Mountain | Adult Group Lessons | 13+ years old SunStart
Intro to skiing/boarding
Lessons, lift ticket, equipment
Daily / 1pm-3pm (not offered in peak season)
Fun in the Sun
Skills improvement
Discounted lift tickets available
Daily / 9:45am-12:45pm & 1pm-4pm
Bald Mountain | Adult Group Lessons | 13+ years old Elevate
Skills improvement
Discounted lift tickets available
Daily / 9:45am-12:45pm & 1pm-4pm
Specialty Programs Children
FreeRide | Spuds Alpine & Snowboard | LittleSpuds
Adult
Mountain Masters | DIVAS | WOW | ARCS | Ski Club 60
SnowSports | Children & Youth Group Lessons Children & Youth Group Lessons KinderCubs
2-4 yrs old
Lunch + 2 x 1-hour lesson
Dollar Cubs
4-5 yrs old
Daily lesson + lunch
Daily / 9:45am-3pm | Lunch provided | Fundementals
Dollar Bears
6-12 yrs old
Daily lesson + lunch
Daily / 9:45am-3pm | Lunch provided | Skills improvement
Dollar Challenge
13-17 yrs old
Daily lesson + lunch
Daily / 9:45am-3pm | Lunch provided | Novice-Intermediate
Full-Day / 9am-4pm
Bald Mountain | Kids Group Lessons | 6 – 17 years old Baldy Adventure
6-12 yrs old
Daily lesson + lunch
Daily / 9:45am-3pm | Lunch provided | Intermediate-Advanced
Baldy Challenge
13-17 yrs old
Daily lesson + lunch
Daily / 9:45am-3pm | Lunch provided | Intermediate-Advanced
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SnowSports | Adaptive Higher Ground Sun Valley 208.726.9298 | www.highergroundsv.org | reservations, pricing, information Adaptive winter snowsport equipment available for rent Mission Enhancing quality of life through inclusive therapeutic recreation & education for people of all abilities. Serving Children, teens & adults with all types of physical & cognitive disabilities. Offering Private and group adaptive ski and snowboard lessons daily. Location Higher Ground Sun Valley desk in Dollar Lodge.
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The Spa at Sun Valley Daily Hours | Spa / 8am-8pm | Salon / 8am-6pm | 208.622.2160 Location | Adjacent to the Sun Valley Lodge The 20,000 square foot Spa at Sun Valley offers a full range of deluxe services Appointments Recommended | Walk-ins Welcome Amenities Sauna, steam room, year-round outdoor pool, pool cafÊ, fitness facility, yoga studio, private lockers, relaxation lounges, couple’s treatment rooms.
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The Spa at Sun Valley Daily Hours | Spa / 8am-8pm | Salon / 8am-6pm | 208.622.2160 Location | Adjacent to the Sun Valley Lodge Acupuncture
Highly-skilled practitioners address specific needs
Body Rituals
A full-range of wraps, scrubs, relaxation bathing rituals, massage therapy, advanced skincare, nails and hair services
Facials
Sun Valley Signature Facial, Hydrafacial, Carita of Paris Luxury facials and products, men’s rebalance facials
Massages
50 or 80-minute massages / deep-tissue, sunstone, in-room, couples
Nails
Manicures, pedicures, polish change, gel color, acrylic nails
Salon
Cuts, color, blow-out, up-do, color weave, lash/brow tint, waxing, makeup
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The Spa at Sun Valley Daily Hours | Spa / 8am-8pm | Salon / 8am-6pm | 208.622.2160 Location | Adjacent to the Sun Valley Lodge Bridal Services
A full range of spa services are available for bridal parties, bachelorette groups, newlyweds.
Experience Packages
Luxurious specialty packages available for individuals, couples.
Kids/Teens
Kids and teens, ages 8-16, are welcome to be enjoy the Spa services when accompanied by an adult.
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Terrain Parks Open Daily | 9am-4pm | weather and conditions permitting | cost is included with lift ticket Dollar LIVE Multiple terrain parks for varying ability levels, including terrain-based learning parks “Terrain that Teaches�
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Transportation | Public Mountain Rides | 208.788.7433 | www.mountainrides.org Mountain Rides provides daily FREE transportation for guests, visitors and employees from Sun Valley Resort to mountain base areas, Ketchum, Sun Valley, and Elkhorn. Bike racks are provided on buses. Printed schedules are available on the buses, Sun Valley Lodge and Inn, Sun Valley retail shops and in the Recreation office. Bus timetables are posted at primary stops along the route. To Baldy View Circle (SV Village) from Mountain base areas From
To
Dollar Mountain
Baldy View Circle
River Run
Baldy View Circle
Warm Springs
Baldy View Circle
Route
First Bus
Last Bus
8:28 am
:28 / :58
5:58 pm
Blue
7:38 am
:38 / :08
1:08 pm
Silver
8:15 am
:15 / :30 / :45 / :00
6:15 pm
Blue
7:00 am
:00 / :30
1:30 am
Bronze**
AM / 8:45 PM / 1:15
:45 / :15 (no service 11am-1:15pm)
AM / 10:45 PM / 3:15
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Catch At
Silver
Transportation | Public Mountain Rides | 208.788.7433 | www.mountainrides.org | FREE From Baldy View Circle (SV Village) to Mountain base areas From Baldy View Circle
SV Village (next to Pete Lane’s)
To Dollar Mountain
Route
First Bus
Catch At
Last Bus
Silver
8:26 am
:26 / :56
5:56pm
Blue
7:20 am
:20 / :50
1:50 am
River Run
Silver
8:00 am
:00 / :15 / :30 / :45
6:00 pm
Warm Springs
Blue
7:42 am
:42 / :12
1:52
Bronze**
AM / 8:30 PM / 1:30
:30 / :00 (no service 10:45am1:30pm)
AM / 10:30 PM / 3:00
*REQ = Stops only served if rider on board **Bronze = peak season only / Dec. 16, 2016 – April 1, 2018
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Transportation | Public Mountain Rides | 208.788.7433 | www.mountainrides.org | FREE Between the Mountain base areas From
To
Route
First Bus
Catch At
Last Bus
Dollar Mountain
River Run
Silver
8:28 am
:28 / :58
5:28 pm
River Run
Dollar Mountain
Blue
8:15 am
:15 / :45
5:45 pm
River Run
Blue > Silver
8:00 am
Perch/:15/:45, cross street to Visitor Center/ catch Silver @:06/:21/:36/:51
5:00 pm
Warm Springs
Silver > Blue
8:15 am
Perch/:05/:35, cross street to Visitor Center/ catch Blue @ :18/:48
5:30 pm
Warm Springs
River Run
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Wifi Network / ‘Sun Valley Resort’ – most public areas have free service • Sun Valley Resort Guest Rooms • Sun Valley Meeting Rooms & Business Centers • Sun Valley Lodge & Sun Valley Inn • Sun Valley Day Lodges | River Run, Dollar, Warm Springs •S un Valley Lodge 1 Apartments / Wasatch 701-723, Cascade 724-746, Sawtooth 747-769, Sierra Nevada 770-792, White Clouds 801-814, Bitteroot 815-834 • Lake Cottages / 1152, 1153, 1154, 1155 • Guest Cottages / 152,153, 155 • Sun Valley Village | Konditorei, Pete Lane’s, Aspen Willow (wedding coordinator office) •S un Valley Club / Nordic Center – Dining Room, Pro Shop, White Clouds Real Estate Office (downstairs) The following areas DO NOT have Wi-Fi: Seattle Ridge, Lookout Day Lodge, The Roundhouse, and Trail Creek Cabin.
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“Your Responsibility Code” National Ski Areas Association (NSAA)
Tips from Sun Valley Ski Patrol
• Always stay in control. • People ahead of you have the right of way. • Stop in a safe place for you and others. • Whenever starting downhill or merging, look uphill and yield. • Use devices to help prevent runaway equipment. • Observe signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails.
• Always ski or ride with a partner. • Slow speed and family skiing zones must be respected. • Areas beyond the ski area boundary are not patrolled. • By Blaine County Law, all persons involved in a collision, must remain at the scene.
• Know how to use the lifts safely. Freestyle Terrain 1. Make a Plan 2. Look before you Leap 71
3. Easy Style It / start small & work your way up 4. Respect Gets Respect
Phone Numbers EMERGENCY / 911 | Ski Patrol Emergency / 208.622.6262 Bell Service - Lodge
208.622.2122
Main Number / Operator
208.622.4111
Business Center
208.622.2083
Nordic Center
208.622.2250
Childcare | Daycare
208.622.2288
Opera House / Movies
208.622.2244
Concierge
208.622.2097
Race Desk
208.622.6356
Dollar Day Lodge
208.622.2246
Rentals / Repair / Dollar
208.622.2008
Front Desk
208.622.2001
Rentals / Repair / River Run
208.622.6123
Golf / Virtual
208.622.2251
Rentals / Repair / Warm Springs
208.622.6362
Guest Information Center
208.622.2135
Restaurant Reservations
208.622.2800
Hotel Reservations
208.622.2151
Roundhouse Reservations
208.622.2800
Ice Skating | Ice Rink
208.622.2194
Salon | Spa
208.622.2160
Lift Tickets | Dollar
208.622.2245
Security | Sun Valley
208.720.0157
Lift Tickets | River Run
208.622.6136
Shipping / Receiving
208.622.2224
Lift Tickets | Warm Springs
208.622.6362
SnowSports
208.622.2289
Lost & Found | Hotline
208.622.2292
Snow Report
208.622.2093 1
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