The white stuff is finally falling but not nearly quick enough for me. Idaho gets a decent amount of snow but Steamboat is a gold mine. Every time I check the snow report, the resort is getting more snow. That sets us "MusicFesters" up for a great time in January. If you plan on hitting the mountain to do a little skiing, or boarding, there are a few things I feel you should know.

• There is no such thing as a day off during MusicFest.  Don’t overdo it on the first day because you have been in "snow withdrawals." Play it smart, you've got five more days of music, snow and fun.

• Even if you don’t feel like you are the most coordinated person out on the slopes, stick with it! I know a lot of people come from Texas where mountains and snow are limited, so while you are at one of the best resorts, take advantage of it. Especially when you get hooked up with lift tickets through MusicFest reservations. Paying full price for lift tickets in Colorado sucks!

• Finally après ski (I use ski as a general term, not hatin’ on the boarders out there). The definition of après ski varies, but I’m giving you the official Music Fog definition. Après ski means you head to the bar directly off the slopes. Boots and all. You’ll be the badass of the crowd. Bear River is perfect for participating in this tradition, plus you get to soak up some great music.

Disclaimer: Don’t be that guy in a t-shirt when it’s 5 degrees outside. Bundle up everyone! I’m talking long johns, thermals, coats, REAL winter coats. You may think you can drink with your "beer jacket" on but don’t. Ladies, I know you have your cute PT’s (party tops) but you can still look cute with layers on.

You might see me out on the slopes, living it up! Maybe in a ridiculous outfit one day, maybe being a badass in Bear River, who knows! Like I say, go big or go home and MusicFest is the time to go big!

-Sheila