Rent the skis and don't plan a marathon. "Look for a trail system that offers short loops and a building that you can warm up in and get a candy bar or something ... When skiing with kids, don't have any expectations that you're going to go out for very long. Try to keep it short and make sure they have fun." He said beginners might want to get started by using the classical technique, go out a few times to get used to being on skis and then take lessons. Full Article at GoErie.com