Man, I used to live in CO, and went snowboarding a few times. Since I never learned how to skate or surf, it was really hard for me. Even after a few times going, I still sucked. Finally got to where I could jump a little, but that was it.
I'll say one thing about snowboarding if you ever want to learn. Stuff your ass with some diapers or something because on Day 1, the only way you will fall is straight down on your ASS. And you'll fall a lot, and when you get done you'll feel like you just went to prison.