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Firsthand Report: Midweek Solitude at Whitetail Resort

Looking to double his ski days this winter (from one to two), DCSki’s Editor spent a peaceful midweek day at Whitetail Resort, where light crowds and smooth lift rides made for an unhurried outing. The visit offered a chance to revisit favorite trails, reflect on early skiing memories, and enjoy late-season conditions without the usual weekend bustle.

Indy Pass Adds 16 Resorts; 2026/27 Renewals Opened February 25

Indy Pass has added 16 new resorts for the 2026/27 season and opened renewals for existing passholders.

Firsthand Report: (Belated) First Turns of the Season at Liberty Mountain

DCSki's Editor made a quick midweek trip to Pennsylvania's Liberty Mountain Resort, finding low crowds, strong vibes, and great snow.

Going Further Afield: Bear Valley, California

DCSki Columnist Robbie Allen continues his Going Further Afield series with a look at Bear Valley Mountain Resort, arguing that its strong snow, varied terrain, and lack of crowds make it one of the Cali Pass’s most overlooked values.

Going Further Afield: Dodge Ridge, California

DCSki Columnist Robbie Allen makes the case for regional passes like the Cali Pass by exploring Dodge Ridge, a mid-sized California ski area that offers varied terrain, manageable crowds, and strong value away from the mega-pass ecosystem.

Seven Springs Wins SAM Magazine’s 2026 “I Am A Snowmaker” Contest

Seven Springs has won Ski Area Management Magazine’s 2026 I AM a Snowmaker contest, a fan-voted national recognition of snowmaking teams across North America.

Camelback Plans to Extend Ski Season Into May

Pennsylvania's Camelback Resort plans to extend its 2025/26 ski season with daily operations through April 12, 2026, followed by weekend skiing into the first weekend of May, conditions permitting.

Seven Springs Named Finalist in Ski Area Management’s “I Am A Snowmaker” Contest

Seven Springs is a finalist in Ski Area Management Magazine’s I AM a Snowmaker contest, a public-vote recognition program that also underscores the resort’s deep historical ties to modern snowmaking and HKD Snowmakers.

Interview Series: Kevin Thomas on the Mechanics and Mindset of a Backyard Ski Hill

Kevin Thomas describes how he built and operates a steep, high-speed rope tow and private ski area in Pennsylvania, relying entirely on natural snow, simple infrastructure, and years of hands-on experimentation.

Snowmaking in a Box: Could Weather-Independent Snowmaking Change the Mid-Atlantic?

With Massanutten and Spring Mountain installing Latitude 90 "snowmaking in a box" units, weather-independent snowmaking is emerging as a potential Mid-Atlantic tool for staying open during warm, fickle winters.

Seven Springs Plans Blitzen Lift Replacement for 2026/27 Season

Seven Springs plans to replace its three-passenger fixed-grip Blitzen Lift with a new four-person fixed-grip chair ahead of the 2026/27 season, pending approvals.

Interview Series: Spencer Allen, a World Traveler with a DCSki Connection

Spencer Allen, who grew up joining his father and longtime DCSki Columnist Robbie Allen on "Going Further Afield" adventures, now travels the world skiing and documenting his journeys through a creatively edited YouTube channel.

What’s New for 2025: Mid-Atlantic Ski Resorts

Mid-Atlantic ski resorts across Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia have made significant snowmaking, terrain, infrastructure, and guest-service upgrades heading into the 2025–26 winter season.

A Snapshot of Mid-Atlantic Ski Conditions Heading Into Late December

A period of sustained cold weather has allowed Mid-Atlantic ski resorts to build solid snow bases and open substantial terrain as the region heads into late December.

Mid-Atlantic Ski Areas Accelerate Snowmaking as Early-Season Openings Roll Out

Mid-Atlantic ski resorts are capitalizing on sustained cold weather to fire up snowmaking and launch early-season operations, with multiple mountains opening in the first week of December and more terrain coming online as conditions allow.

Aging Into Skiing

Veteran skier Jim Kenney reflects on nearly six decades on snow, sharing practical lessons and personal insights on how seniors can keep skiing safely, affordably, and joyfully into their later years.

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