From Jan. 7 - 11, Sierra-at-Tahoe is having its "Learn to Ski Week," and $25 a day gets never-evers a limited-access lift ticket, rental equipment and a 2 1/2-hour lesson. This deal is available only on-line through sierrattahoe.com.

From Jan. 14 - 18, Diamond Peak is holding a similar deal, for the same $25 price, but you can purchase the package at the resort.

And on Jan. 13, Squaw Valley is hosting a "Learn to Ski and Ride" Day, which will cost neophytes $35 to get a limited-access lift ticket, rental gear and lesson.