Child care: Alpine Meadows does not provide child-care services.

Other options: Baby's Away (800-446-9030; 530-544-2229) rents and will deliver baby items (cribs, strollers, toys, etc.) to your hotel or condo. For babysitting referrals, call North Lake Tahoe Resort Association (800-434-1262; 530-583-3494).

Children’s lessons: Kids Camp for children ages 4- 6 costs $125 for a full day (including lunch, snack, equipment, lift ticket and two 2-hour lessons). A half day costs $99 . Reservations required, (530) 581-8240. Private lessons are available and snowboard lessons for ages 4–6 are by private lesson only; call for reservations and prices.

Mountaineers is for children 7–12, skiing or snowboarding. A full-day program includes lunch, lift ticket, rentals and lessons, $125. A half day costs $99.