skymama 37 #1 December 8, 2003 Trying to snow ski or snow board is #1 on my list of things to do. For all of you in the know, how much would a 4 day weekend set me back on lifts, equipment, lessons, or whatever else it takes to make a successful ski trip? Is there anyplace I can drive to from FL that's not too far of a drive? Could I even learn very much in 4 days?She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alanab 0 #2 December 8, 2003 you would make for a bad ass snowboarder! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #3 December 8, 2003 I learned how to ski on a day trip to Bear Mountain Resort in Big Bear. Cost me a couple hundred for the day (gear rental, lift ticket, gas, lessons, hot toddies in the chalet after the day was done). I don't know anything about Ski Resorts near where you are though so cannot help with the other questions. . . The learn-to-ski package at most resorts is what you will need to do the first time out. It is great fun, by the way. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #4 December 8, 2003 I wanna go too!!! You get the details and tell me where to meet ya. Keep in mind i prolly won't have the money to do it, but it's fun to dream. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #5 December 8, 2003 not sure about where you are, but skiing around here, especially learning to ski is around: $55.00 at Mountain High, CA, includes a lower mountain lift ticket (as a newbie, you don't want upper mountain anyway), ski/boots/poles rental, and a 2 hour group lesson. Private lessons run $75.00 for one person or $100.00 for two people, and don't include lift ticket or rentals, but are probably a better learning option for an adult. Regular lift tickets run $40.00 for a four hour ticket, and $44.00 for an 8 hour ticket. Rentals are $25.00 for complete package skis/boots/poles. When you rent equipment, ASK FOR PARABOLIC OR SHAPED SKIS. They may charge a buck or two more for them, but they are well worth it. they are much easier to control and make a huge difference in your skiing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kramer 0 #6 December 8, 2003 Skiing's way too dangerous for me. I broke both of my legs in an accident four years ago. I'll just stick to skydiving, thanks. -Kramer The FAKE KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER!!!!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomAiello 26 #7 December 8, 2003 Here is an article on ski resorts closest to the Southeast. Looks like the closest ski area to you is Sky Valley, Georgia. Being in Georgia, you have to wonder what the quality of the skiing is. Prices are on their web page. I think the closest real "resort" skiing is probably in Snowshoe, West Virginia.-- Tom Aiello Tom@SnakeRiverBASE.com SnakeRiverBASE.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #8 December 8, 2003 Killington, VT is a great place to learn. They have some really nice lodging there, too. You'd obviously need to fly there. You can price out a vacation on their website. http://www.killington.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #9 December 8, 2003 I learned to ski at Wisp in Deep Creek Lake MD http://www.skiwisp.com/season/winter/mountain.html#3 the beginner trails are nice and long (1.5 miles one of them) and not just quick trails, so you actually get to learn on them and not spend all day on the chair lift. __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeyRamone 0 #10 December 8, 2003 Plan on a grand for 4 days. You will have a lot of fun and be sore as hell after 4 days of skiing. Learn to ski first then go to snow boarding. You need to learn the basics first. That is like the people who learn to wakeboard but can not get up on a slalom ski.... You can ski in Tennesee in the winter.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #11 December 8, 2003 Quote Learn to ski first then go to snow boarding. I've been skiing for 20 years, but never tried snow boarding. From what I've heard, though, is that snow boarding is easier for beginners? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFKING 4 #12 December 8, 2003 Hit the Thighmaster pretty hard before you go. Your groin muscles will take some major abuse while learning. Don"When in doubt I whip it out, I got me a rock-and-roll band. It's a free-for-all." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #13 December 8, 2003 Quote Skiing's way too dangerous for me. I broke both of my legs in an accident four years ago. I'll just stick to skydiving, thanks. -Kramer ...yeah, I'm with him. I'll take risks, but I'm not nuts!! ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #14 December 8, 2003 Quote Your groin muscles will take some major abuse while learning. Don....I don't think she'll have women kicking her.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #15 December 8, 2003 Quote Hit the Thighmaster pretty hard before you go. Your groin muscles will take some major abuse while learning. Funny that you're assuming my groin muscles are out of shape. Thanks for the info, you guys. I had no idea it was THAT expensive. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #16 December 8, 2003 Depends on how much you wanna travel. I live in Providence and take a bus from here to VT to go skiing. They operate the bus every week starting Dec. 22 - and I've heard of daily bus' running from other areas. Renting your gear and traveling with a ski club (info usually found at ski shops in town) costs me $35 for the day (bus ride included!!!) There are cheap ways to do everything. If you want good skiing and top notch instructors you'll have to travel north. I ski NH and VT regularly (took me 7 years to learn how to ski, so I think I'm pretty good judge of instructors at Loon (NH) and Kilington (VT) - they both rocked). The new shaped ski's they teach people on now are SO much better than previous straight ones - you'll have no problem at all! Good luck! JenniferArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessefs 0 #17 December 8, 2003 Quote From what I've heard, though, is that snow boarding is easier for beginners? I was skiing for 12 years or so before switching to snowboarding and would have to say the opposite. I think skiing is easier for beginners while progression through intermediate/advanced skill being slightly easier on the board. My dad switched after 35 years of skiing and is never going back. <* Spread the Love! *> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alcarterra 0 #18 December 9, 2003 Quote I've been skiing for 20 years, but never tried snow boarding. From what I've heard, though, is that snow boarding is easier for beginners? I've been skiing since I was 1, so that's 22 years of skiing for me now...I tried to snowboard a few times, but I just couldn't get the whole both feet attached to one board balance thing going...so now I skiboard (two short skis)...I don't think that it's harder to learn skiing or snowboarding, it just depends on what you're taught and what's comfortable to the person doing it. edited to add: by the way...skymama, definately try skiing or snowboarding...it's so much fun and definately worth it!! alyson team swooo swooo #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #19 December 9, 2003 I really expected to open this and see something like this: Quote But it's just too damn warm here for it to ever snow. Since that's not what you said, and are serious, I have to go with the others here and warn you, it IS expensive, and I live 20 minutes from some slopes. Basically, when i started 'diving, I could no longer afford skiing. Just advanced warning for ya.It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #20 December 9, 2003 Quote Since that's not what you said, and are serious, I have to go with the others here and warn you, it IS expensive, and I live 20 minutes from some slopes. Basically, when i started 'diving, I could no longer afford skiing. Oh, I'm dead serious! I've wanted to try skiing for years and years and never managed to. My kids want to try it too. I never imagined a long weekend would be so expensive though. Since I'm going to Eloy, I probably won't learn to ski this year. I'll have to keep dreaming about it I guess!She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bendywendy 0 #21 December 9, 2003 don't drive. buy a ticket and go west or north for real snow. Not some barely able to keep a few trails open southern mountain. Skiing is faster to learn harder to master - snowboarding is harder to learn in the begining but easier to get better quicker - great grammar but you get the picture. They are both fun! Both expensive but hey, you skydive - you know about expensive hobbies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #22 December 9, 2003 Quote buy a ticket and go west or north for real snow Or..North-west! Come on, mama, come back to WA. I'm sure Dave would love to teach you to ski! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #23 December 9, 2003 You should come back out here.. I just live 45 minutes from Stevens Pass.. and they have like 150% of normal snowpack for the year. Living in FL there reallly is no place close..and heck you could use the spare bedroom and drive up to the pass. http://www.stevenspass.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #24 December 9, 2003 Awww hell. Go big off the bat. Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge..... It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #25 December 9, 2003 They do have *a lot* of snow! We drove through Stevens Pass on Sunday to check out Leavenworth..wow! The mountains on the east coast are nothing! like the mountains out here. Very cool, but a very skeery road to drive back over at night. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
