
What we’re about
20s, 30s, and 40s (younger) adventure group, primarily focused around Skiing, Snowboarding, and the Outdoors. Lowest cost trips. Primarily based out of Philadelphia area, but with members who travel with us from all over USA. Goal is for new club members to have a sense of community and to experience awesome trips to amazing mountains together. Snowboarding, Skiing, Mountain Biking (mtb), Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Hiking, Rock Climbing, floating, happy hours, etc.
Most trip coordination is done via Facebook Messenger. Please send a message to John Harper with userID jph183psu on Facebook Messenger so we can communicate easier. Often times people's Meetup settings aren't set correctly to receive emails, and if we send you a Facebook Messenger message first, it goes into a hidden section.
Please check your Meetup messenger every once in a while too, especially if you hope to attend a trip or meetup and haven't seen any communication about it.
We have some "sister" groups based in Philly, Boston, NYC, Denver with a lot of overlapping members that we hope to publish trips and events with from time to time.
Upcoming events
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Rock Climbing at Reach: Top-rope Tuesday!
Reach climbing & fitness, 401 East 4th st,, Bridgeport, PA, USBeginner-friendly night to hang out and climb at Reach Climbing in Bridgeport. At 9pm, if more than 4 people are interested to grab a bite to eat, we will chose somewhere nearby that is open.
Day Pass - $24
Rental Gear - $10
https://reachclimbing.com/rates/
Note: Reach will allow you to boulder, use auto-belays and be belayed by other certified belayers, however if you would like to belay others they will require that you take the belay test or take a class to learn to belay. Check their class schedule if you are interested in taking the class in advance.36 attendees
2025-26 Season Kickoff: Killington/Okemo (Inquire for availability)
Cascades Lodge, 58 Old Mill Rd, Killington, VT, USTHIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY FULL, BUT WE ARE BACKFILLING PEOPLE INTO TRIPLE ROOMS TO OPEN UP A FEW SPOTS... INQUIRE FOR AVAILABILITY
- $300 per person for three nights including Saturday dinner
- $220 per person for two nights including Saturday dinner
DETAILS:
You all voted to keep this trip to the second weekend in December, and we listened! This trip usually marks the official start of the Xplore N More (XNM) ski season.. The best group for people in their 20s, 30s and 40s! If you are contemplating going on trips with members this winter, the goal of this early season weekend is to give people a chance to get to know each other ahead of time in a relaxed atmosphere, on a short weekend.
We are are heading to the town of Killington, Vermont. Since there are often people with Ikon, Epic and Indy Passes within the group, people often ski at both Killington and Okemo, or both. The drive to Okemo is only about 30 minutes from Cascades Lodge and people often carpool.
LODGING: Cascades Lodge at Killington
Like the last few years, we have the entire hotel to ourselves! We are only putting two people per room so that no one needs to share a bed, unless a king is requested (first come first serve). We will pair you up if you are signing up individually as most people do. Please answer if you are open to a triple room since a few rooms have extra beds (some money would be refunded if 3 in a room after the trip). This can help get more people on the trip as we have always filled the hotel. This price includes Saturday group pizza/salad dinner. If you are looking for a single room, or to put three or four in a room, reach out for pricing.
$220 per person for two nights
$300 per person for three nights (including Thursday)
- Saturday Pizza / Salad Dinner included in lodging cost
- Free shuttles from hotel to ski resort
- Free shuttle to Pickle Barrel Night Club on Saturday
- Snack Breakfast included at Cascades included (juice, coffee, granola bars)
DINNERS:
- Friday Night**... Order Takeout and eat together at Cascades**
- Saturday Dinner INCLUDED in lodging cost.... Pizza & Salad Dinner at Cascades on Saturday night for our group
LIFT TICKETS:
If you are interested in purchasing an Ikon Pass or Epic Pass, reach out to John to see what special XNM group deals are available. Killington is on the Ikon Base Pass with 5 days included. Okemo is unlimited on the Epic Local Pass and 2 or 3 day Epic Passes may also be used. Most of our trips will be on Ikon for this upcoming season.
For those who do not wish to purchase a pass, we will have discounted group lift tickets:
Killington Group Discounted Lift Ticket Prices
- $79 one day lift ticket (tax included)-MUST INDICATE DAYS
- $152 two day lift ticket (tax included)-MUST INDICATE DAYS
- $220 three day lift ticket (tax included)
Okemo
- Only suggested for Epic Passholders.
PAYMENTS (include note on what exactly you are paying for, include payment for lodging for 2 or 3 nights, and for lift tickets):
Venmo: @harperjohn
(do NOT "turn on for purchase" or you will need to pay more)
Paypal: ‘Send to Friend’ at jph183@hotmail.com
Zelle: 215-499-8565
By signing up for any XNM overnight events, you agree to these rules:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Ru11Patcv5zVsx4_1dW-YXVzvbWAhvfKh2SWqHcbco/edit?usp=sharing
Google Sheet for Trip:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HIMOmVpYktBciGfGCvUHtwgOm1_pY3McPeblyKDxpvQ/edit?usp=sharing
Facebook Messenger Chats are created... Message John to be added.
Cancellation: Cancel for any reason until October 30th, and then a replacement needs to be found, and subject to $10 late drop fee.
NEW YEARS TRIP IS POSTED: Space for Tremblant New Years Trip is Limited... Must sign up before September 1st or we will reduce our room block.110 attendees
XNM SKI TRIP CALENDAR & IKON & EPIC PASSES
Location not specified yetXNM SKI TRIP CALENDAR FOR 2025-26 SEASON:
This is NOT an "event" but rather a list of trips that are posted for this upcoming ski/snowboard season. Reach out if interested in helping to coordinate another trip... Especially looking for more young-adult and female organizers to better represent our XNM population!
For Ikon and Epic Passes, the group program ends at the end of August. Reach out for more information before it ends!
Calendar view with links:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1o4QL11XF9RzLEv8l9o4SV_LtBIJJeeJXBGKE9NLdAnc/edit?usp=sharing
BIG SNOW INDOOR SKIING: October 19
Details to come
THANKSGIVING VERMONT: November 28-30
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/311005717/
Note: Spots open
KILLINGTON Season Kickoff: December 11-14
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/309006277/
(This trip is approximately 80% filled with about 80 people having paid, and will fill in the next few weeks)
TREMBLANT NEW YEARS: December 27-January 1 (FULL)
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/307366860/
Note: This trip has 50 people. Join the waitlist in case anyone drops.
EUROPE: ISCHGL, AUSTRIA: January 10-17 (FULL)
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/307304832/
Note: Join the waitlist to jump in as soon as anyone needs to drop off the trip.
SUGARBUSH: January 16-19
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/308065339/
Spots open, requires Ikon Full Pass for holiday weekend
UTAH: Jan 31-Feb 8
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/307292564/
Note: Approximately 100 people are signed up. Join the wait list in case anyone drops.
ASPEN:Feb 21-26
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/310505637/
Spots open, requires Ikon Full Pass for Aspen
STEAMBOAT: Feb 26 - March 3
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/310366942/
Note: Spots open
POWDER CHASE TRIP: March 11-15 (FULL)
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/310639150/
Note: trip is full, join the waitlist in case anyone drops
ALASKA, ALYESKA: Mar 21-28 (Two Spots Open)
https://www.meetup.com/xplorenmorephilly/events/310446716/
Two spots are open.7 attendees
New Year’s Mont-Tremblant 2025-2026 Trip (Inquire for Availability)
Mont-Tremblant, QC, CATrip is somewhat filled, but we may be able to add more of the queen hotel rooms, but we need to have the rooms filled. Inquire to be added onto a waitlist.
MONT TREMBLANT.... HERE WE COME TO PARTY FOR NEW YEARS! Join us for 5 nights and 4 days of skiing/snowboarding in the majestic & always snowy Canadian province of Quebec! The land of maple syrup & French accents boasts a mountain with deep snow, challenging runs, and a picturesque chalet town at the foothills of the resort that you’ll just have to take pictures of! Ski right into the town for apré ski nightclubbing & some great restaurants with good craft beer. There is also a pond/ice skating rink next to the condos/suites. Fireworks go off at midnight on New Years over the ski mountain along with deejayed dance party, and torch skiers. For the third time in four years, our XNM caution-tape crew will be staying at Chateau Morritt.
Mont Tremblant is unlimited on the Ikon BASE Pass (NOT BLACKED OUT). Message John for info on XNM Group program with Ikon.
CHATEAU MORRITT LODGING OPTIONS
(all prices are estimates based on the Canadian Exchange Rate and if there is any money leftover, it will be refunded after the trip)
- (SOLD OUT) LUXORY SUITE (2 bedroom/2 bathroom): $634 USD per person (with 4 per suite). A queen bed in the master, and two twins in the second room, along with a sofa bed in living room. A full kitchen, a washer/dryer in condo, and public hot tub. Pricing is calculated with 4 people per suite, but it could be lower if you have a group of 5 that is ok with simultaneously sharing the queen bed and utilizing the sofa bed...
- (SOLD OUT) LUXORY SUITE (1 bedroom/1 bathroom): $550 USD per person for 5 nights (with 3 per suite). Queen bed in the master, along with a sofa bed in living room. A full kitchen, a washer/dryer in condo, and public hot tub. Pricing is calculated with 3 people per suite, with one person on the sofa bed.... Need to be filled in sets of three people
- HOTEL (1 QUEEN BED ROOM) (small no frills room): $379 per person (double occupancy).. $758 room total... Need to be filled in sets of two people
- (SOLD OUT)... HOTEL (2 TWIN BED ROOM) (small no frills room): $422 per person (double occupancy)
- (SOLD OUT)... HOTEL (3 TWIN BED ROOM) (small no frills room): $352 per person (triple occupancy)
There is no shuttle this year, but the free bus stop is a few hundred feet from Chateau Morritt. About a 10 minute ride to the mountain and town.
PAYMENTS:
Full payment due September 5th, and that is last date for guaranteed money back, or after that only with a replacement found. After October 1st, a $10 drop fee will be incurred, and after November 1st a $20 drop fee.
Send full amount to secure your spot and indicate desired room type:
Venmo: @harperjohn
Paypal: ‘Send to Friend’ at jph183@hotmail.com (do not email this address)
Zelle: Ask for phone number
Roommate requests need to be given by November 1st so that we can backfill open spots with appropriate genders to keep same-sex rooms.
GOOGLE SHEET: for payment records, see first tab on this Google Sheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AWfVIToTQ8QxcitTy8sdncRwU1XigUzE4yJ9uvxdQ_I/edit?usp=sharing
By signing up for any XNM overnight trip, you are agreeing to these rules:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Ru11Patcv5zVsx4_1dW-YXVzvbWAhvfKh2SWqHcbco/edit?usp=sharing49 attendees
Past events
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