February 11, 2012 5:00 AM - 20 attended

Seven Springs Day Trip - Saturday 02/11/12

 Recent update: We have secured a group discount for this event!!! Lift tickets $48, Ski Rental $23, Snowboard Rental $35. I will be collecting Ca$h in Kilroy's parking lot if you want the discount. Tickets will be ready at the time we get there. Weather forecast for that day is low 23* high 36*.

 Yes, Seven Springs is a bit farther away than Liberty or Whitetail but the conditions there are so much better.  It is higher up  and farther north than those "other" places and therefore colder. It also has more amenities for your non skiing friends which you may drag along. This is a large group going and some of us are spending the weekend, but most people are just going for the day. Currently this is a "no-frills" trip but we are working on a group discount.

 Leaving at 0500 am from Kilroy's Restaurant (Braddock Rd & 495 beltway) by c.arpool

Skiing 0900-1700, happy hour at the Foggy Goggle 1700-1800,  head back at 1800, probably eat dinner 3/4 way back in Hagerstown or Frederick, Md. Get back to Kilroy's about 11PM.

  • Laura
    Laura

    Driving separately. Hope to meet up on Sat morning.

    Posted January 29 at 12:11 PM
  • Ben
    Ben

    I called 7 springs. They said the group rate for 20 people is $50 each and one free ticket. I'm in College park MD, and dont want to drive to springfield at 4am. Does this mean i need to change my rsvp?

    Posted January 29 at 12:23 PM
  • Laura
    Laura

    What does the group rate include? Just lift ticket no rental?

    Posted January 29 at 1:42 PM
  • Laura
    Laura

    On website it says group lift tix $48, ski rental $23. I hope we have 20 ppl.

    Posted January 29 at 2:30 PM
  • Magda Bugajska
    Magda Bugajska

    Anybody interested in going skiing at Seven Springs, PA (www.7springs.com) on Friday (Feb 3) instead? Bottom price $81 (plus rentals or lessons if needed) ... Pickups at NRL DC, Springfield, Urbana. NRL Snow Searchers Ski club needs 10 more folks for the trip to go (due to the bus cost) ... If interested, send message to mgdbgj at gmail.com before NOON tomorrow (2/1/12)!

    Posted January 31 at 6:20 PM
  • Stephanie
    Stephanie

    Anyone interested in leaving a little later from DC as opposed to meeting in Springfield? Can we still get the group discount this way? If so, I can change my RSVP to Yes.

    Posted February 2 at 11:50 AM | 1 like
  • Mojgan
    Mojgan

    I need a ride. Is anyone still has space for one, no gear?

    Posted February 2 at 4:27 PM
  • Laura
    Laura

    Can we get the discount if we drive separately? I am staying over on Friday. Even if I weren't, I live about 45 minutes from the meeting place (love living in the north!).

    Posted February 2 at 9:08 PM
  • SkiGuy
    SkiGuy

    You do not have to leave from Springfield at 5am. The purpose of this is to get there before 9am and get a decent parking place. It is a 3+ hour trip. If you want a discount you must put $48 in my hand before I finalize the ticket purchase at about 0900 at 7S There are many people involved and this seems the best arrangement for most. 7 Springs WILL NOT ALLOW individual discounts, but I will work with anyone who wants to get the money to me in advance if they can't make the planned meeting.

    Posted February 3 at 12:45 PM
  • Mustafa
    Mustafa

    SkiGuy, what is the best way to get the money to you in advance since I live on the West side of Dulles Airport. I rather go West than East then back to West... :)

    Posted February 4 at 8:21 AM
  • Laura
    Laura

    I will provide my cell, and then meet you at the ticket counter.

    Posted February 4 at 7:16 PM
  • Joseph Murray
    Joseph Murray

    Does anybody know if there is all day parking at Kilroy's?

    Posted February 6 at 9:01 AM
  • Carrie Chernov
    Carrie Chernov

    I want to go there or somewhere fun for the long 3 day weekend next weekend. Is anyone interested? Carrie

    Posted February 8 at 6:24 PM
  • Alicia Sanz
    Alicia Sanz

    I would love to go. I need a carpool for two people. Is anybody leaving from DC or around?I could join in a point very early if you tell me. Thank fro answering me. Alicia

    Posted February 8 at 7:52 PM
  • Stan Damas
    Stan Damas

    Like Carrie I would be up for a long weekend trip over the holiday assuming we could still find rooms somewhere.

    Posted February 8 at 10:55 PM
  • SkiGuy
    SkiGuy

    For those NOT going with the main group and still wanting a discount I will be in front of GROUP TICKETING at the resort atabout 0900am. I have a Red/white/blue jacket, the same one as in my profile picture.-Greg

    Posted February 10 at 1:18 PM
  • Bill
    Bill

    I need a ride from DC to Springfield to meet the carpoolers. I have gear, but would be happy to meet you anywhere in the DC area (that I can get to in the early morning). I'll also pay for gas.

    Posted February 10 at 1:19 PM
  • Craig
    Craig

    I can drive and have room for 1 or 2 people. Coming from Dulles.

    Posted February 10 at 1:20 PM
  • Amy L
    Amy L

    I will leave directly from DC at 5 AM to meet at the ticket counter by 9AM. I have plenty of room in my SUV if those in DC need a ride. Cell: 202.487.3108

    Posted February 10 at 6:42 PM
  • Mustafa
    Mustafa

    SkiGuy, sorry for the delayed response, but I'll see you at the ticket counter before 9 a.m. please let me know exactly which ticket counter to meet you at...

    If anyone needs a ride from the Dulles airport area I have room for one. Send me a text and I'll let you know where to meet me around 4:30 a.m.

    Craig, if you did not gery anyone to ride with you yet perhaps you can ride with us our we can ride with you, there is two in my party..

    Posted February 10 at 8:17 PM
  • George Johnson
    George Johnson

    The trip yesterday was certain eventful, and the whiteout conditions certainly were challenging. But that is all part of the fun of skiing (I guess). It was great meeting and talking with all of you. I hope to do it again.
    I spoke to many of you about a bus company that goes to Snowshoe Ski Resort every Saturday and Sunday from Fairfax and from DC for $69 round trip. The internet URL for the company is www.nacski.com/dc

    Posted February 12 at 2:52 PM
  • Chris
    Chris

    I'm taking the NAC Ski bus to Snowshoe on Sunday, February 19. Sign up at nacski.com/dc.

    Posted February 15 at 7:12 AM
  • Amy L
    Amy L

    I am taking the NAC Ski bus to Snowshoe, too on Sunday 2/19! Hope you see you guys there!!!

    Posted February 15 at 9:10 AM
  • George Johnson
    George Johnson

    Chris, if you are leaving out of Fairfax on the NAC bus, the pick up spot is the Vienna Metro south side. So, if you are going north on 66 (66 E), get off at exit 62 (Nutley Street), first exit off of exit 62, and STAY to your right. As you come around the bend and the Vienna Metro entrance is several hundred yards in front of you, park in the first parking lot (open, not covered, parking lot) and the bus will pull into the next open parking lot called the kiss and ride lot. Enjoy!

    Posted February 19 at 1:16 AM
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20 attended
5.00 5.005 (5 ratings)
  • Event Host
    SkiGuy
  • Stan Damas
    The snow was great, although the snow guns presented a challenge. Great to be able to ski with others.
  • Joseph Murray
    Thrills, spills and chills........ But a great day out once we arrived !
  • Amy L
    Wonderful, long day - but snow conditions didn't disappoint, all things considered! This was my first ski meetup and everyone was so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Looking forward to future events!
  • Chris
    Bitter cold, dense fog, blowing snow, white out conditions at the top of the mountain, snow making guns going full blast - the day could not have been better. An all around great day of skiing.
  • Mustafa
    +2 guests
  • Jennifer McEwen
    +1 guest
  • Alicia Sanz
    +1 guest
  • George Johnson
    +1 guest
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