SKI NEWS FROM THE OUTSIDE LIFE HQ
Ikon Pass College Discount: Become an Outside Life Ambassador This Season
If you’re a college skier, snowboarder, or weekend mountain chaser, there’s one move that’ll set up your best winter yet: buy the Ikon Pass 2026–27 early through Outside Life. Every year, pass prices rise, discounts disappear, and people who waited wish they hadn’t. This year, get ahead of it, save hundreds on your Ikon Pass, lock in the lowest price of the season, and secure access to 60+ legendary mountains worldwide.
Ikon Pass Back to School Sale: College Discount Drops for a Limited Time
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to lock in your Ikon Pass College Discount, this is it. The Outside Life Ikon Pass Back to School Sale is bringing the lowest pricing of the year for college students, giving you the chance to save hundreds on your 2026/27 Ikon Pass.
Now Recruiting: Outside Life Campus Reps for PowDaze 2026-27
If you're always the one planning the next trip for your friend group, we need to talk. Outside Life is officially recruiting Campus Reps for Winter 2026-27 and it's a great way to earn rewards and be the reason your campus gets on the mountain this winter. You already know who's in before they do. You're the planner, the connector, the person your friends ask when they want to know what's happening next. Now let's make that official.
Whistler Long Weekend: Your All Access Pass to the Best Whistler Weekend of the Season
If you've been looking for a trip that combines mountain days with unforgettable nights, this is it. Whistler Weekend is built for students who want it all: skiing or riding by day, and all access, all weekend by night.
Winter Experiences 2026-2027 Are Here
Winter is officially on the horizon, and we're excited to announce the launch of Outside Life's 2026-2027 Winter Experiences lineup. From iconic North American ski resorts to international bucket-list destinations, we're building another unforgettable season packed with skiing, snowboarding, music festivals, nightlife, and experiences you won't find anywhere else.
Outside Life Golf Experiences: Your Next Round Starts Here
A great golf trip isn't just about the courses. It's about getting the crew together, spending all day on the links, and having just as much fun after the round as you do during it. That's why we're excited to launch Outside Life Golf Experiences. Whether you're planning a buddies trip, bachelor party, alumni getaway, or just trying to get the group chat to finally commit to something, we'll help make it happen. You bring the crew, we'll help with the lodging, tee times, logistics, and everything in between.
SUMMER SESSIONS: BUILD YOUR OWN COLORADO MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE
From July 30 - August 2, 2026, we're heading to two of Colorado's most iconic mountain towns, Breckenridge and Steamboat, for a brand-new experience called Summer Sessions. Summer Sessions gives you the freedom to build the mountain getaway that fits your style. Whether you're chasing adrenaline, looking to relax, or just want an excuse to spend a weekend in the mountains with friends, these trips are designed to let you create your own adventure.
DIRTDAZE: Outside Life’s New Summer Experiences Are Here
Outside Life is officially launching DIRTDAZE, a new lineup of Summer Experiences built around riding bikes and spending weekends in the mountains. Whether you’re looking to book a destination bike trip or just meet up with the Outside Life crew for a weekend session, DirtDaze is built for riders who believe life is best lived outside.
Caribbean Scuba Diving Trips 2026: Outside Life Dive Adventures in Bonaire & Curaçao
We’re excited to introduce something completely new to the community: international scuba diving travel. This year, Outside Life is launching two unforgettable Caribbean scuba diving vacations in Bonaire and Curaçao. Whether you’re already dive-certified or simply looking for your next bucket-list adventure, these group scuba trips combine world-class reef diving, beachfront accommodations, island culture, nightlife, and the kind of community energy that makes every Outside Life trip special.
OLX Patagonia Dream Trip + Dream Kit Giveaway Is Live!
We linked up with Freeskier Magazine, RMU, Zeal Optics, and Flylow to put together something seriously dialed. A Dream Trip + Dream Kit Giveaway with multiple winners and a Patagonia trip on the line. If skiing Patagonia has ever been on your list… this is your shot.