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[quote=Anonymous]Glad that you're helping your kiddo try out skiing.

Just a thought--if you're planning to do ski school, and your kiddo is a beginner, usually the rental and lift ticket are included. They are also usually restricted to easier lifts. I wouldn't do an Epic pass etc, until you have done this a year or two, and have a sense of if the kid likes it.  (We do love skiing and have decided to not do Epic bc the snow is so unpredictable here.).

Usually, if someone is taking lessons, they will learn exponentially faster if you take multiple days in a row.  I don't know if private lessons are worth it, in this area. We did private lessons in Tahoe bc the mtn was bigger.  But started with typical ski school for the basics.

I would rec going close in, especially for a first time outing.  Unless you think you'll love a weekend out in PA or WV.  Liberty, or Massanutten are easy day trips.  You could come home early.  And for a beginner, you don't have to be too picky about snow quality.  The area (beginner ski school) is small and they usually can make snow.  So having great coverage of the ski resort at higher elevations (the advantages of PA and WV) is not as big a deal, unless you're on those hills.

As a beginner, I would also rec investing in a bit of good gear, as staying dry and warm is sometimes a big factor on whether a kid enjoys it.  I'd invest in good snow pants and ski gloves ($40-60).  Maybe a good ski jacket, but those are a bit more of a commitment.

You asked "how do people get into this sport"....and I think a year or two of day trips (maybe a long weekend). And then if people love it, they do a weekend or a longer trip to a place with better snow.  Learning froma pro (ski school or private lessons) is KEY to enjoyment.  Learning from a family member or friend is a recipe for frustration.  Snow-wise: Living in the DMV it's a bit trickier.  I learned in the midwest (terrible snow) and in northern Cal--and being a beginner with long runs, good snow, and wide lanes was beautiful and fun.

Good luck![/quote]

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