Group Registration
Welcome to Jack and Jill Winter Escape 26!
Jack and Jill Winter Escape
The Saturday day trip to Crystal Ridge Ski Area. Please register here for Snow Tubing OR skiing or snowboarding
9:30 am arrive at Crystal Ridge
Get checked in outside the rental building.
10 am: start your 2 hours of snow tubing.
10 am : start ski or snowboard
10:30 skiiers/ Snowboarders start in the self-directed learning through the learning zones.
If you are brand new skiier or snowboarder you may also add on a lesson at 11 am
If you already know how to ski/ SB you may free ski in this time.
12: 00 Snowtubing is done. (optional get a snack in the cafe) Meet the bus for departure at 12:20
Please bring money if you plan to purchase lunch from the Cafe
1:45 skiiers and boarders return your rental equipment to the rental building
2 pm busses depart for skiiers and boarders
If registering for skiing and boarding please be sure to have your participant's height, weight, and shoe size.
Thank you for choosing Crystal Ridge this season! We are excited to share our love of snowtubing, skiing and snowboarding with your group. We strive to provide a great group experience for you and/or your child. Below, click on 'details' on our policies and procedures that will be useful information in planning and during your and/or your child's trip.
Please contact your group leader with any questions: jjchicagowinterescape@gmail.com
Group Dates
Sat, Feb 14th, 2026
Sign-Up:
PICK Either TUBING (for 2 hours, no lessons needed. no age limit. Height Requirement of 36 inches or taller)
or skiing or snowboarding (and add on lessons if needed)
- Complete the Student Information,rental cards, and waivers based on what you signed up for
- Complete payment, following the payment instructions at the bottom of the page
- Helpful hint: when registering for rental equipment know the weight in pounds, height in feet and inches, and shoe size of the participant
- Is the Group for me? Yes, if you already know how to ski/sb join in.
- Beginner Group Zone Lesson: The Learning Zones are included. Participate if this is your first time skiing/snowboarding, or you have skied/snowboarded before but you are not ready to load a chairlift. Groups are a great, affordable way to teach students the basics of skiing/snowboarding.
- Goal: Introduce you to the hill, teach equipment knowledge/safety & basic beginner skills.To ski/snowboard down our beginner terrain learning to turn, stop, control speed and enjoy skiing/snowboarding.
- Success: It was fun and you'll want to go again.
- Learning to ski/ or snowboard: Students should be at least 7 years old to participate in the learning. Please keep in mind these are group sized beginner lessons, on the beginner hill.
- Groups start at zone 1, and it is the student's responsibility to report to lessons. We don't take attendance at the lesson.
- Students should be dressed, geared up, at zone 1 by the start time. If your student chooses not to attend no credit or makeup will be provided.
- All students learn differently, so a private lesson may be a better fit for a struggling student. We want students to love this sport as much as we do; providing them with a great experience is important to us.
- Parents are welcome to watch lessons but must remain off the snow/ hill (unless they also have a ticket and are participating).
- If the participant is a brand new beginner and is NOT atleast 7 years old you must register for a private lesson. Younger begining learners may need additional assistance, which is why the Group might not be the best fit for a younger participant. There may be an additional fee to ensure correct instructor to student ratio for the beginner lesson.
- What to wear: You or your child will be participating in an outdoor, physical activity. Dress in layers. Layering allows you to accommodate your body's constantly changing temperature. Wear multiple layers that can be removed if you are too warm. Remember, you will be doing a physical activity and your body will generate heat. While the last thing you want is to be cold, many first-timers overdress.
Weather : Crystal Ridge will update any hill closings due to weather conditions. Closing due to snow is very unlikely. Closings will be posted on our website. Please keep in mind we are a winter seasonal sport. If your group outing has been cancelled, we will refund your money. If you choose not to attend there will not be a refund.
Conduct
It is important that our slopes and lodge remain a family friendly environment. We take pride in providing a fun winter place for families to enjoy. The use of inappropriate language to other guests or staff and reckless skiing/snowboarding may result in students' lift tickets being pulled.
The responsibility code -- learn it, know it, use it.
- Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
- People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.
- Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
- Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
- You must prevent runaway equipment.
- Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.
- Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
- You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.
- Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.
Bags & Personal Belongings: Bags can't stay in cafe. Use group bin over by the yurt to store your stuff. Cubbies or lockers are located in our rental area.
- Label your items with your student's name and phone number.
- No carry in food is allowed in Lodge.
- The complex is not responsible for any personal belongings or gear that is left behind.
We look forward to having you join us on the slopes of The Crystal Ridge this season.
Make it a Great Day!
Laura, Groups Manager
Group Pricing
The following items are available with this group. Some items are marked as required items and others are optional (i.e. Rentals might be optional). When you are ready to register you just select one of the registration buttons below and you will be able to choose your items and fill out the necessary waivers to register.
| Item | Required? | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Tubing Ticket (Includes rental of tube) | No | $30.00 |
| Group Ski Ticket and Rental Package - Skis, Ski Boots, helmet and poles | No | $75.00 |
| Snowboard Ticket and Rental Package - Board, Boots and Helmet | No | $75.00 |
| Add-On LESSON (For Ski or Board) | No | $54.00 |
