It's not what they're asking - it's do people have it anymore because of all of the other costs of living that have spiraled - leaving us with less disposable discretionary income.   I am prepared to say it's more of a lack of discretionary disposable income due to everything else in life increasing so much vs sledding has gotten too expensive theory.    

People still want a fortune for winter rentals if it's road accessible. Only thing is you can make your own meals. Lots of cottages want over 300 a night by time you add in all fees. Even cabins ar edge water are in 250 range mid week then another 35 to 55 ish on weekends. They aren't real big. Farther north you go cheaper it is. I looked at some and thankfully we got a good season in South, so we didn't bother this year 👌  

yep, the smaller things some are lucky to have make it much more affordable. Haven’t look but I know some rent cottages for winter, usually discount being given based on off season making the lodging cost more within reach. 

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Yes but, you have sled fuel, truck/travel fuel to add in there. It's expensive to travel, stay, ride sleds, no doubt. Many dont have some of our options. We can cherry pick weekends, or costs. Or we can look at the masses that have to trailer hundreds of miles, and dont have the option for cheap lodging and food options.    Travel to location, hotel/motel for 2-4 days, restaurant food (at least 2 meals a day). This doesnt even count the start up costs to get in. Sleds, trailer, tow rig, clothing, safety gear, maintenance items for daily use... We are kidding ourselves if we think this is "affordable". Be honest, the only reason our kids are in it is because, we pay for everything for them, and they are doing it because, we are into it. Ski