On picking skiing partners...

Hey boys! So you think of going on ski trip with your male ski buddies? Here are a few tips that I'd like to share with you and that might help you a great deal when you plan your outing and help you manage your expectations.

Do it with friends you know well. Unknown quantities in terms of characters that reveal themselves in the midst of a sojourn might taint your experience to the point of spoiling it totally.

Know the skiing abilities, terrain and snow preferences of every member before hand; this will help you tailor a program in which there's something for everyone.

This leads me of course to the next point that is that if you want a manageable program, chose folks that are at about at the same technical level and share the same preferences.

Give some thought about the social aspect covering your stay, from lodging, to bedding, to food and drinks, so you can design something that won't give you headaches during and after...

Finally, give more than you receive, be a gracious person and don't count your efforts and contribution just to be “even”; being generous from the get-go is a must-do, when being part of a group. The reverse is never an option.

Now have fun!