One of the big advantages from operating out of an RV for skiing is the “powder chase”. Go where the powder is. No reservations needed in many cases. Is anyone actively doing that? What is your method? Has COVID pushed you into this RV world?
If you powder chase in non COVID times, do you simply take your chances and pay higher air & lodging rates by deciding last minute?
This post is for sharing and learning. Please weigh in with your thoughts.
I typically keep my trailer winterized until arriving at a private campground. I think its best to just pick one place and stay there for 2-3 weeks, that way you won't feel like its a waste if you decide to leave a few days early to avoid towing thru a blizzard.
My arctic fox 22g, with aftermarket tank heating pads will keep from freezing up as low as -20F. If I am anticipating temperatures any lower than that I will winterize the RV and dry camp.
Ive had enjoyable skiing/camping trips at the Steamboat Springs KOA, Salida/ Mt Shavano KOA and Leadville RV Corral.
That is amazing you don't freeze all the way to -20F. (Although that is way too cold to ski) I have an outdoors RV and it freezes at 10-15. Taking it into a dealer to find the problems and create a solution.
When reviewing the ski areas listed under the Indy Pass’ Western Area, and looking at those area’s web sites, it appeared that a few encouraged potential skiers to buy passes online and ahead of time, as they had capacity limitations. I haven’t followed up to see if the Indy Pass bypasses those limitations. Do you know?
Also, several ski areas are only open over weekends with a Friday and/or Monday addition. Good to know before making the drive.
Finally, many areas, and perhaps most, offer Nordic skiing. This is a great option as my spouse is not an alpine skier, but would xc ski, and/or snow shoe.
It is my understanding that each area operates under its own reservation policies. Indy pass does not alter or supersede those policies. Even if one is powder chasing you still likely know several days in advance of when you would arrive. So if the POW forecast is good 4 days from now and your spouse, partner, employer, pet ....has given you the green light then make the reservation
I typically keep my trailer winterized until arriving at a private campground. I think its best to just pick one place and stay there for 2-3 weeks, that way you won't feel like its a waste if you decide to leave a few days early to avoid towing thru a blizzard.
My arctic fox 22g, with aftermarket tank heating pads will keep from freezing up as low as -20F. If I am anticipating temperatures any lower than that I will winterize the RV and dry camp.
Ive had enjoyable skiing/camping trips at the Steamboat Springs KOA, Salida/ Mt Shavano KOA and Leadville RV Corral.
That is amazing you don't freeze all the way to -20F. (Although that is way too cold to ski) I have an outdoors RV and it freezes at 10-15. Taking it into a dealer to find the problems and create a solution.
All good questions.
When reviewing the ski areas listed under the Indy Pass’ Western Area, and looking at those area’s web sites, it appeared that a few encouraged potential skiers to buy passes online and ahead of time, as they had capacity limitations. I haven’t followed up to see if the Indy Pass bypasses those limitations. Do you know?
Also, several ski areas are only open over weekends with a Friday and/or Monday addition. Good to know before making the drive.
Finally, many areas, and perhaps most, offer Nordic skiing. This is a great option as my spouse is not an alpine skier, but would xc ski, and/or snow shoe.
What are your thoughts?
It is my understanding that each area operates under its own reservation policies. Indy pass does not alter or supersede those policies. Even if one is powder chasing you still likely know several days in advance of when you would arrive. So if the POW forecast is good 4 days from now and your spouse, partner, employer, pet ....has given you the green light then make the reservation