Replying to My first DSLR. Help! Nikon D7000?

Hey guys. So title says it all. I am buying my first dslr. I have always been into photography and filming, but have never decided to take it to the next step and buy a nice camera. What I want..

I want a camera that will take awesome photos. I will be using it outdoors mostly. Nature shots while hiking, fishing, and other activities. And a TON on the ski hill. Shots of friends. This is one of my main reasons to get it.
Besides taking awesome photos with my camera. I will be doing some filming with it as well. I have a go pro 2 HD, but would like this as another choice.

Soooooo here we go. What camera? If i do something, i wanna do it right, so my price range is up to 1,000. I've done research, but I want to hear your guys input from a people who have used cameras in similar situations as I will be. I've been strongly leaning towards the Nikon D7000. I guy in my area is selling one with 6,500 actuations, 18-55mm lens, and speed 400 flash. Great condition. For only 700.

Let me know what you guys are thinking. Ideas. Anything. +K