@ TESS -Yes, at the top of the mountain they have pet-friendly condos and at the bottom of the mountain they have pet-friendly hotel rooms. Another reference I found was Mountain Valley Properties (304) 572-2210, advertising frequently that they have pet friendly rentals. (or find a local vet to board and give the pets a vacation too, :-p ). Raleigh-local vets I've used and recommend are either Hayes Barton on Glenwood Ave. and Spring Forest Animal Hospital.

So sorry to miss this great meetup. The Raleigh ski club is leaving the next morning for Steamboat Springs. Hope you,ll do another this season or if someone wants to go more informally if we get some late snow.

The more the merrier, and cheaper; I have room for one more for anyone interested in catching a ride. Send email if interested. I launch at 7am Friday morning.

so...Where is everyone meeting? Will there be a convoy of all of us going up there... I'm in North Raleigh:) Can't wait!

Just as a heads up to all of you as you are figuring our your carpools, we have to check out of the condos by 11a.m. so for those who are skiing on Sunday, please make sure that you pack up everything and leave it in your car before you head out to the slopes. Let me know if you have any questions.

I'm up for heading out on Friday around 10am if anyone cares to convoy:) If I don't hear from anyone...7 it will be Jean:) Thanks! I'll keep you posted.

I have a ride up on Friday w/ Jean but hoping to stay to board some on Sunday. Is anyone planning to spend some time on the slopes on Sunday who could give me a ride back to N. Raleigh? I have a snowboard and I can chip in for gas. Thx!

For those of you who are skiing/snowboarding on Friday, the lift tickets will be in your name to be picked up at the lodge. Further instructions will be sent out to everyone but just wanted to give you a heads up so you know whatever time you get there, you are good to go to head up to the slopes. =)

Alright people, I'm excited! Are you? Down to the nitty gritty. If you have spot in your car, please post how many as well as what you are planning (going up early Friday, coming back early Sun, etc.) That way people who still need rides know who to ask. Also, for pot luck Saturday, I need 3-4 volunteers to make spaghetti, 2 to make pasta salad, and then everyone else can post on the forum what they plan to bring. Let me know if you have any questions. =) *wants to play in snow... grin*

I'll bring spinach salad to go with spaghetti:)

I can make spaghetti and I'll bring garlic bread too. Can't wait to meet everyone and hit the slopes!

Need a lift? I have room for 1 more.
- Departing N. Raleigh on Friday morning at 7am.
- Departing Snowshoe Sunday morning; flexible based on load out and clearing rooms.

*** Call 919-610-0327

We have room for two more heading up by 8am, also not skiing on Sunday so we're leaving earlier then most. Cell 919-369-7324

Do we need to contribute $$ toward the spaghetti? I can bring some bread if needed (Let me know how much more we may need). Looking forward to meeting everyone as well. My mini-carpool will be there Fri. and skiing in the afternoon:)

Please use the following directions to get there:
North on US-220 to Roanoke and on to Clifton Forge, VA, then I-64 West to White Sulphur Springs, then 92 North to WV-39 West to Marlinton, WV; and 26 miles North on US-219 to Snowshoe. (Highway 92 is a very drivable route from I-64 to WV39).
Speaking from experience, if you just use your GPS, you'll end up on some really small roads with 40+ switchbacks. See http://www.snowshoemtn.com/getting-here/driving-direction... for more information.

Andy, have you previously driven to snowshoe? If so how is the drive? This will be my first time making the drive, any tips?

I will bring hummus and pita for Saturday night.

I have. One direction I followed my GPS and it was terrible, the other direction I drove the way I sent that Showshoe recommends. It's a long drive, but you'll find it will take less time (even though google maps/gps say otherwise), especially on a snowy day.

Crazyness... Hello peoples. I just tore my ACL... so there will be no boarding 4 me. But, I love snowshoe and could function as, well, as a professional putzarounder... If I could score a ride, awesome. Nancy, I can PayPal u 100 bucks asap?

Cole - This trip is completely booked as far as the condos and hotel rooms I made arrangements for. You are more than welcome to join us on this trip but you are responsible for making your own lodging arrangements. You would need to contact individual drivers to see if they have room in their carpools.

I am driving up Friday a.m. and can take people with skis by the way.... Anyone with an interest in that can contact me at rphaney123@gmail.com

Is there anyone driving that is interested in leaving earlier on Friday? My group meets in N. Raleigh (near CarMax on Hwy 70) at 7:30am to begin rolling by 8am.

I plan to leave about 7:30 - 8:00 or so...

Just as a heads up, I won't be getting to the resort until 4/5p.m. and I'm the only one who can get keys to the condos so if you get there early, just hang out in the village and then swing by around 5/5:30p.m. to get keys from me for your condo.

So I'm bringing cups, plates, forks (for 40 ppl worth), brownie mix, chips, and I'm not sure what else. I have room for one more in my carpool leaving at 9:45a.m. if anyone is still looking for a ride.

If anyone needs any last minute clothes/gear, REI in Cary is having an additional 20% off all clearance merchandise (Cary location only due to the move that happens in March) so check it out if you need stuff.

As I make last minute preps for tomorrow mornings launch, I figured I'd share what I have in case a driver finds themselves in need. /// jumper cables for dead batteries, a small compressor to inflate flat tires, an emergency tire repair kit, a long tow strap, and a slim jim and wire coat hangar if you lock keys in an older car

Please remember that everyone is responsible for picking up their own rentals at Ski Barn - Rt. 219 & Snowshoe Rd., Slatyfork, WV 26291 - ½ Mile from Snowshoe Welcome Center. Also, the last town that all cell service providers should work will be either White Sulphur Springs or Lewisburg, depending on which way you come up.