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L. Joseph Bachman wrote:
> 
> Given that a major blizzard is about to engulf the Baltimore-Washington
> area, I don't know why I'm thinking of going to a place with more snow,
> but that's what I'm doing.  I want to teach my wife and daughter about the
> joys of cross-cuntry skiing, so we'd like to take a long weekend up to Canaan
> Valley, West Virginia, and we're interested in finding a cabin or condo to

When you say that you've been to the state park, which do you mean:  Canaan
Valley, or Blackwater Falls?  Both of those parks rent cabins, but you may have a
problem finding one for the holiday weekend.  There are a few other places you may
want to try.  I understand that Blackbear resort is nice.  There's also Beaver
Ridge, and Deerfield Village.  These are all condo-townhouse places with fully
furnished places to rent.  They aren't that inexpensive, though.  All three of
those are in the Canaan Valley area.  You might want to try calling
1-800-CALL-WVA.  They should be able to point you to a number of accommidations in
the Canaan Valley/Davis, WV area. (it's also a great way to get the x-country ski
conditions)
> 
> What else is there to do in Canaan Velley besides downhill and
> Cross-country skiing?  Is there a place to go ice skating?  On natural
> ice? Sleigh rides?  Any places where families get together?
> 
Canaan Valley State Park has ice skating available.  Both Blackwater Falls and
Canaan Valley parks have a number of programs about the natural history of the
area, and offer hikes and such.  Blackwater also offers night x-country skiing,
sometimes.  I highly recommend that.  Check out the message boards in the park
main lodges.

I hope you all enjoy you ski trip.  It's really beautiful up there.  Make sure you
get at least some skiing in at Blackwater Falls.  That's my favorite place to ski
up there.  No trail fees, either!

Jeff


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