As the die-hards begin waxing their boards and skis at the first sign of approaching fall, the rest of us can find significant savings in early deals offered at the major ski resorts in the Reno-Tahoe area.

Here they are, September savings from Alpine to Sugar Bowl.

Alpine Meadows – Adults can find value in a midweek pass starting at $399 at this popular resort near Tahoe City. Unlimited adult passes start at $759. Discounts are offered for youths and seniors. Find the full list of rates at http://www.skialpine.com/ Early bird prices good through Sept. 30.

Boreal - Buy an anytime adult pass for just $249, anytime child pass (ages 5-12) for just $99. For details, go to www.borealski.com.

Diamond Peak – Early bird rates at this Incline Village locals favorite start at $342 (midweek, adult) and discounts are offered to youths, seniors and students with valid ID. Visit www.diamondpeak.com for details.

Donner Ski Ranch – This small Truckee area resort offers full season passes for adults for $199, with discounts extended to seniors and youths. Visit www.donnerskiranch.com for information.

Heavenly – The hugely popular South Shore resort offers a $319 full adult pass (blackout dates apply) for those renewing from the 2004-05 season. Details at www.skiheavenly.com

Homewood - The small West Shore resort offers adult passes from $499. Visit www.skihomewood.com for information.

Kirkwood – The resort offers $199 for a midweek pass, $299 for a value pass, and $399 for a full pass. Visit www.kirkwood.com for details.

Mt. Rose – The closest resort to Reno is offering a $299 value pass through Sept. 30. Details at www.mtrose.com.

Northstar-at-Tahoe – Double Whammy passes (good at Northstar and Sierra-at-Tahoe) are offered for $299 through September 30. Visit www.northstarattahoe.com or www.sierraattahoe.com for details.

Sierra-at-Tahoe - Double Whammy passes (good at Northstar and Sierra-at-Tahoe) are offered for $299 through September 30. Visit www.northstarattahoe.com or www.sierraattahoe.com for details.

Squaw Valley USA – Adult passes cost $1689, but most Squaw devotees will tell you it’s worth every penny. Visit www.squaw.com for information.

Sugar Bowl – Restricted adult passes cost $369 before Oct. 31, with deals extended to youths and seniors. Visit www.sugarbowl.com for details.