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Just an idea. I go once a year, with occasional gaps. I tried snowboarding once, but even with lessons, it wasn't my thing.

About 5 years ago, I tried the snowblades (little short skis, no poles). Unless there is nice powder, it's mostly what I do. I usually will do one day of skis and two of snowblades on a trip.

I rollerblade a lot, so they are like those. I like to jump and stuff and they are AWESOME for that. The big reason I like them is, I don't get anywhere near as tired (because they turn so easy), jumping is awesome (I'm not a stellar athlete and a little 360 is no big deal on a small jump with these), and I don't worry about messing up my knee as much.

You might give them a try.. They look weird, but they are awesome.

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Are short skis easier to pick-up if you're somewhat coordinated?

The one time I went skiing, I crashed into a bench-table at the bottom of a "black diamond" which would be like a green at any other ski place.

Both my skis popped off and I got a black eye. (I was like 11, so I'm probably more coordinated now).