As employees we are required to wear helmets when we are on the mountain - but I don't mind! |
I am up to level 3A and have taken that lesson twice so far. Next up - lesson 3B. I have also been getting to know some of the ski instructors who are ridiculously good skiers and have educated and skied all over the world. I helped one of them order some special goggles from the shop last week and to return the favor he took me out for an hour on a free private lesson. It was a blast!
Group lesson with two Australians |
Thoughts on skiing so far . . .
What I like:
The spectacular view from the top of the mountain
Being outside
Learning something new
The sound and the feeling of rhythmically swish-swishing from side to side
People-watching while riding the lifts
The fun gear to use and clothes to wear
The green runs
What I don't like:
The feeling of going too fast or of being out of control
Falling/wiping out
Having to watch out for other out of control skiers/boarders
Getting on and off the lifts
The rocks and steep cliffs
Being too cold
The long drive up/down the mountain
Anything other than the green runs . . . so far!
Sadly, rain and warmer temperatures are the current forecast and the weather has everyone on edge and anxious. Here's hoping the rain turns to snow!
Goggles are fun! |
That's the best way to learn - a little each day without a yearlong lapse in between times. Means you'll be a rock star next time you are out west. Hope you guys get some great snow!