Skiing through the Season
It’s only February and I’m dreaming of Spring! Like Paris, Springtime is famous in New York—the city is beginning to wake from the cold winter, Park Avenue streets are lined with tulips and people can be found picnicking in parks across the city.
As we head into February, the Rockefeller Tree is a faded memory and the temperatures are continuing to drop. Many New Yorkers go into a period of hibernation during this time, catching up on their favorite movies or enjoying new episodes of Lost or Modern Family. I have to admit that I, like many New Yorkers, can fall into love with my television and Netflix account during these months. However, this year I’ve challenged myself to make the best of the season and have found a new hobby to keep me active—skiing!
My boyfriend and I have agreed to ski the slopes at least three times before the snow melts. This is quite a goal for us, since he is a CPA and works most Saturdays, January through April. However, you don’t have to travel far from the city to find a few great slopes. To date, we have been to Butternut Ski Lodge just three hours north of the city and Big Boulder in the Poconos Mountains.
Although I’m still dreaming of the green grass in Central Park and jogs around The Reservoir, I have to admit I’ve found a new love this Winter and although it requires three layers of clothing, it’s making it much easier to leave my cozy upper east side apartment.
What are you doing this winter to stay active?
