Winter Clothing and Food Drive

While we wait for winter, join us this Saturday, November 29th, from 11am–5pm, as we pray for snow and give back to our community.

In partnership with Alta Community Enrichment (ACE), we are hosting a food and winter essentials drive—all contributions will be distributed to various local non-profits.

After you drop off your donations and recyclables, join the Alta Ski Patrol and their furry friends for a quick avalanche safety refresher. You can also get a free tire inspection and a UDOT Cottonwood Canyons sticker courtesy of CJ's Tires. To top off the day, enjoy live music, food and espresso delights from GMD's Slopeside Café.

Bring your friends and family along with your donation items to celebrate the upcoming start of Alta's 88th season and support those in need as we enter the holiday season. Help families in need by donating non-perishable food, essential supplies, and new or gently used warm clothing.

Food Donations

• Canned foods—beans, soups, meats, fruits and vegetables
• Granola bars and packaged trail mix
• Oatmeal packets
• Rice, ramen and pasta

Only accepting canned and packaged foods in their original packaging. All items must be non-perishable, unexpired and in good condition with the food label intact—no homemade foods, condensed foods, leftovers or baked goods.

Winter Essentials Donations

• Blankets
• Hand and toe warmers
• Basic toiletries—sunscreen, hand sanitizer, deodorant, razors, combs, hairbrush, etc.
• Reusable water bottles
• Winter coats and insulated puffy jackets
• Rain jackets and rain pants
• Hoodies
• Vests
• Thermals and base layers
• Gloves, hats and scarves
• Winter boots

All toiletries must be new—clothing items that are lightly used must be washed prior to donating

Gear Recycling

• Damaged, outdated or single skis
• Bindings
• Poles
• Ski boots
• Old ski passes

Recycled gear is gear that is no longer usable and would otherwise be disposed of

Not Accepted:

• Clothing in poor condition—dirty, torn, tattered or otherwise damaged
• Used underwear
• Large and small appliances
• Furniture
• Mattresses, pillows and bedding material
• Construction materials
• Flammable materials
• Electronics—computers, TVs or small appliances
• Baby items and furniture—baby clothing, toys, walkers, swings, play yards or car seats

Slopeside Café at the GMD

Stop by the Slopeside Café at the Goldminer's Daughter Lodge (GMD) for live music from the 7th Street Strangers, food and drinks from 11am–5pm.

• Live music on the GMD patio | 1–3pm

Tire Inspection

Planning to drive the canyons this winter? Prepare for a safe and snowy season by joining the UDOT Cottonwood Canyons Sticker Program. Take a few minutes to have your car inspected for free by CJ's Mobile Tires and receive a sticker to indicate that you and your vehicle are prepared to navigate the canyon when the Traction Law is in effect.

To qualify for a sticker, your vehicle must meet the following conditions:

• 4WD/AWD Vehicles: Must have 3PMSF or M+S tires with a minimum tread depth of 5/32 inch
• 2WD/FWD Vehicles: Must have 3PMSF tires on all wheels with a minimum tread depth of 5/32 inch or provide proof of chains—chains must be in the vehicle at the time of inspection

Tire checks will take place on Saturday, November 29th, from 1–3pm at Alta Ski Area, in the Wildcat parking lot. The sticker program is entirely free and voluntary. Register to participate>

Learn more about the UDOT Cottonwood Canyons Sticker Program >

Meet the Avy Dogs & Refresh Your Avy Skills

Meet Alta's Avalanche Dogs and their handlers to learn about the life of a patrol pup and what goes on behind the scenes to help keep us all safe on the slopes.

As we approach the winter season, it's essential to refresh your avalanche safety knowledge—regardless of your experience level. Join Alta Ski Patrol for a brief review of Avy 101 and practice using your beacon—one of the most vital tools for safety in the backcountry.

Alta Ski Shop

Both Alta Ski Shop base area locations will be open and offering a $50 discount on last year's demo skis for anyone who donates used ski gear or clothing.

• The Alta Ski Shop in the Wildcat Ticket Office will be open from 9am–4pm

Season Pass Office

Reload or pick up your Alta Season Pass in the Skier Services office in the Wildcat base area. Help us keep season passes out of the landfill—reload your current season pass, or drop your old RFID media in the pass recycling bins.