It's possible for someone to live in NJ and be happy
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It's possible for someone to live in NJ and be happy
Yes, some people love it there. Good on them. I still think the quality of life there is complete shit. Different strokes for different folks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Elkhound Odin
About to do the same. Moving from western NY to Oregon this summer. I'd almost contend that ski options here are just as bad and as far of a drive as my buddies from NJ.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lostmyboards
Ah, the jersey hook. Should be able to hit northern VT areas in like 6.5-7 hours from central jersey, it's a pretty easy but mostly boring drive until you get out of new york. If you're into park riding, boulder will be cheap and close. If you're trying to actually make turns, don't waste your time; head north.
Just come to Magic. While it won't be like last week it's always fun.
Scrounge up pass & ski for free.
"Final Ski Weekend Update: If you're a pass holder at another resort that's closed for the season, come experience Magic for FREE on Saturday. Just show your pass at ticket office for a complimentary ticket. What the hell, it's spring, right?"
If you like Bruce springsteen, big hair, Soprano's location stalking and traffic, then yes. if not the best thing NJ has to offer to skiers is access to at least 4 major metro airports in Newark, JFK, Laguardia and possibly philly. Forget about 7 hour drives and just fly to real destinations. HonestlyQuote:
Originally Posted by Elkhound Odin
If you are going to live in NJ, live by the shore at the end of I-195. I did 20+years in Bucks County, thinking it would be closer to the skiing, with the shore still only an hour away. I did it wrong. The Pocono mountains are less accessible than they seem, and all private property anyway, and not really mountains at all. The shore is pretty much the only place where you can see the horizon. Find the shore neighborhood in your price range. Prices will go up there faster than anywhere. The beach factory has shut down but the people factory is going like hell. All Jersey has to offer is the shore, suburban wasteland, and cities. If you are not going to shore, move to south Philly. Take up dinghy sail boat racing. Somebody is dying for crew. It's free.
best bet would be to travel up to maine or vermont. im from nj and the mountains just are not worth the hour+ trip
Plattikill and Hunter are both open for the weekend. Cornfest with mild portage. snow management and acres will be better @ hunta - vibe and (bumpity) pitch @ Platty.
Possibly closing wknd @ hunta, so the locals will be out in force. Digging up the mtn stash they've been squirreling around the hood all winter. Parties on the hill start about 1pm.
3hr from your locale
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Jeosy - the armpit of merica. pseudo happy in your bubble: best possible outcome - growing up at the beach. the further south, the better (excluding AC). Less materialists.
If you're unfortunate enough to be here - make/take your pile and run. Only stay long enough to accumulate half of what you want and salvage your sanity.
Can't imagine Hunter will be open beyond this weekend. Been looking at the webcams, they really took a beating this week.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gepeto
1 pm sounds about right. We will be at the overlook off of the right hand side of Huega toasting the end of another season. If you are thirsty, stop on by for a beverage. We've got a giant bottle of Belgian that we are gonna need bodies to get through :)
Anyone else with a cup is welcome as well...
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anyone going to jay this weekend? ill be there Wed (night late) and leaving Sunday morning early. shoot me a message if anyone wants a beer or some turns.