2022 Solid Rock Youth Ski Trip

About Ski Trip:

Ski Trip is back for 2022! Solid Rock Youth Ministry are heading to the mountains of North Carolina for a MLK weekend ski trip to Beech Mountain.


Basic Information:

When: January 14-17, 2022

Where: Beech Mountain, NC

Staying: Pinnacle Inn Resort, Beech Mountain, NC

Who: All 7th-12th grade students

Deadline to Register: December 6, 2021

Cost Range: $391.00 - $435.00 (see more information below)

Deposit: $150


FAQ:

When Will You Leave On Friday, January 14th?

  • We will leave at Noon on Friday, Jan. 14 from Solid Rock Cafe. This means that your student will need to be checked out from school early, but can be counted as a half day.

Where Will We Drop Off Luggage For The Trip?

  • On Friday, Jan. 14 we will ask ALL parents/students to drop off ALL of their luggage at Solid Rock Cafe between 6:30-7:45 AM. This way we can have the vans packed and ready to roll by Noon when students arrive.

What Meals Are Provided?

  • While at Beech Mountain, only breakfast and dinner are provided for this trip. Students will need money to purchase all lunches and travel meals while on the trip.

Will My Student Need To Bring Extra Money?

  • Yes, students will need money for all travel meals (up and back) and 2 lunches while on the slopes. We will have light snacks and water for students while skiing.

What Do I Need To Do To Register?

  • Please complete the full registration and $150 deposit payment. You must pick snowboard or ski at time of registration.

When Is The Final Balance Due?

  • Final balance for the trip is due on December 12th. We will email you one week before the deadline with a reminder. You will log into your account to make final balance payments. If balance is not paid by deadline, registration for this event will be cancelled.

Will You Have A Waiting List If All Spots Are Filled?

  • Yes, the registration button below will link to the waiting list in which you can join at that time. We will notify you if and when a spots becomes available. You will have 24 hours in which to register for the event before we open the spot up to the next person in line.

Do I Need To Know How To Ski? *

  • No, but it helps. During registration you can purchase a beginners ski class for your student.

Do Youth Have To Stay With An Adult While On The Mountain?

  • No, students will be allowed to go out in groups of three and adults will be on the mountain to make sure students are staying safe. Adults will also be at a designated place in the lodge for check-in. Students will need to check-in through out the day with adults in the lodge based on the schedule provided by Moose.

How Much Does This Trip Cost?

  • That matters on what your student wants to do. Below are the cost breakdown options for this trip. Please note, once you have picked a set package you cannot change that package.

    • Skiing 2 Days: $391.00

    • 1 Day Skiing and 1 Day Snowboarding: $435.00

    • Snowboarding 2 Days: $423.00

Can I Change From Skies To Snowboarding?

  • Before the trip, you will need to pick which equipment (skies or snowboard) you would like to rent. Once we get to the ski lodge, you can change your equipment choice only if the rental place has the equipment in stock. Any fees associated with changing your equipment choice will need to be covered by the student.

Can I Bring My Own Skies?

  • Yes. Please note that the cost of the trip will still be the same if you bring your own equipment.

What Rental Equipment Is Covered In The Cost Of The Trip?

  • Ski- Boots, Poles, and Skis

  • Snowboarding- Boots, Board, and Helmet

  • No included: Goggles, Gloves, Jacket, Bibs (see below about renting a bib) 

I Don’t Have A Snow Bib, Can I Rent One?

  • Yes. During registration you can add on a 2 day bib rental.

How Many Bags Can I Bring?

  • We will have limited space for luggage and winter items are bulky, so make sure to pack well. Each students will be allowed one duffle type bag (that is soft and can squish) and one draw string bag for on the van. Please do not bring a square/rectangular, hard shell suitcase on this trip.

Can I Bring My Phone?

  • Yes. Please note, CFUMC is not responsible for lost or damaged phones. iPhones tend to not work in the cold due to the battery being too cold to work.