MnSAA Industry Pass
A statewide pass program offered to members of the Minnesota ski and snowboard industry.
2026/27 Season
Passholder Eligibility Requirements
Program-wide requirement: Any business participating in the Industry Pass Program must actively promote the Minnesota 4th Grade Ski & Snowboard Passport Program, either in-store or online.
Ski Area Employees
- Employees of MnSAA member ski areas are eligible to purchase an Industry Pass.
- Written approval from the General Manager or Owner is required.
Retail Employees
- Minnesota-based retail stores whose primary winter business is the sale of ski and/or snowboard equipment may apply to participate.
- MnSAA reserves the right to limit the number of passes issued to any retail store.
- Employees of approved retail stores may be eligible if they are employed an average of 30 hours per week and meet all program requirements.
Manufacturer Representatives
Must be either a member of the Midwestern Representatives Association (MRA), or directly employed by a SARA-BP partner.
Non-Ski Area Training, Instruction & Competition Programs
Eligible programs may apply by completing an official application. Employees and volunteers of approved programs may be eligible if they meet any of the following:
- The program has been approved by MnSAA, and the individual holds PSIA/AASI Level 1 certification or higher; or
- Holds USSS/USASA Level 100 certification or higher; or
- Has a minimum of two (2) years of service with the program.
Important Dates
Blackout Dates & Cut-Off
2026/27 Blackout Dates
- December 25 – 28, 2026
- January 16, 2027
- February 13, 2027
Cut-Off Date
Summer pricing ends 8/31/2026
Apply before the cut-off to take advantage of summer pricing on the Industry Pass.