2020-21 Operating Plan
Ski season is upon us and we are so excited. Although this winter will be a different winter, we are confident with your cooperation it's going to be a great one for all of us!
In order for us to operate as safely as possible for our guests and employees, it's important that we lay down some ground rules.
It's not complicated...
If you're not feeling well or you've been exposed to someone with COVID-19, stay home.
Wear your mask or face covering in the lodge and in lift lines. If you refuse, plan on losing your skiing privileges for the season.
Practice social distancing whenever possible.
Those are the basics.
None of us want to be the reason we don’t have a season.
Showdown will be following these ground rules, as well as state of Montana guidelines and the guidance set forth by the National Ski Area Association.
In addition, Showdown has made operational changes in every department.
State Guidelines
It's worth noting...
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Showdown Montana, you voluntarily assume all risk related to such exposure. You must follow all posted instructions and directions to help minimize the risk of spread of COVID-19. Failure to comply will result is loss of skiing privileges for the season.
Our health and safety policies may be revised at any time & they will be updated on our website accordingly.
We appreciate your cooperation as we all adjust to the new normal.
And don't forget... skiing and riding is the most fun you can have with your mask on. See you on the slopes!
In order for us to operate as safely as possible for our guests and employees, it's important that we lay down some ground rules.
It's not complicated...
If you're not feeling well or you've been exposed to someone with COVID-19, stay home.
Wear your mask or face covering in the lodge and in lift lines. If you refuse, plan on losing your skiing privileges for the season.
Practice social distancing whenever possible.
Those are the basics.
None of us want to be the reason we don’t have a season.
Showdown will be following these ground rules, as well as state of Montana guidelines and the guidance set forth by the National Ski Area Association.
In addition, Showdown has made operational changes in every department.
State Guidelines
- We're operating under phase 2
- Masks required indoors
- 50% lodge occupancy
- If you are planning to visit from out of state, we encourage you to review travel guidance from both your local health authority as well as the state of Montana
- Guest Services on the third floor will not be open this season. We have moved Guest Services to our new outdoor ShedQuarters located in front of the Rental Shop. Pass pictures taken at Showdown will be taken outside. Please see ShedQuarters for all Guest Services inquiries
- 100% of the mountain is open (reservations not required for daily lift tickets)
- No booting up or leaving personal items in the lodge. Please boot up at your car or in one of the conveniently located shipping containers
- DO NOT leave your bags or shoes in the Lodge. Boot, bag and tote check available through the Rental Shop & day-use coin lockers available in the shipping container under the Bar deck
- 20-30 minute time limit to table occupancy
- Reservations are available but not required. PAID RESERVATIONS ONLY. Reservations for the next day will not be accepted past 5pm
- To pick up your reserved equipment, please go to the service window on the upper deck of the Mountain side of the Rental Shop. DO NOT go inside for reservations
- NO SAME DAY RESERVATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. RESERVATION SYSTEM IS OPEN FROM 9am-5pm Wed-Sun
- We will be opening the Rental Shop to walk-ins starting at 9am daily. 10 guests are allowed in the Rental Shop at a time
- Please expect delays and be patient with us. Thank you for hanging in there with us through these ever changing circumstances
- Please fill out the following form for EACH person who needs equipment: https://forms.gle/CtFKzAu1wUsx7uSv6
- Once you have filled out the form(s) please call 406-236-5522 to complete the reservation with your payment information
- We've added a shipping container for trying boots on
- Boot bag and tote check available
- PAID RESERVATIONS ONLY
- Please call 406-236-5522 to make lesson reservations
- Check-in for reserved lessons at the bottom of the Magic Carpet at your lesson time
- Walk-ins allowed for lessons with no guarantees
- Youth Programs available Saturdays and Sundays to take pressure off the lodge on Saturdays
- Youth Programs have a staggered lunch schedule that will rotate participants through the lodge
- We've made modifications to our kitchen to allow for social distancing
- Added an outdoor takeout window and are encouraging people to eat in their cars or in our new outdoor seating area
- Added contactless ordering kiosks
- Added additional outdoor seating
- We have a designated employee who will be sanitizing and disinfecting the lodge throughout the day
- We've added a heated space and portable restrooms to the lower lot
- At this time all events are tentative
- Unfortunately, we've made the decision to cancel the Torchlight Parade & Fireworks
It's worth noting...
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Showdown Montana, you voluntarily assume all risk related to such exposure. You must follow all posted instructions and directions to help minimize the risk of spread of COVID-19. Failure to comply will result is loss of skiing privileges for the season.
Our health and safety policies may be revised at any time & they will be updated on our website accordingly.
We appreciate your cooperation as we all adjust to the new normal.
And don't forget... skiing and riding is the most fun you can have with your mask on. See you on the slopes!