The Forum

Scott shares details on 2026 ski swap and trade-in events, including Pro-Fit’s Leesburg gatherings, and invites readers to add other local swaps.

DCSki members compare plans for local, New England, and Western ski trips, weighing pass options, first-time destinations, snow reliability, and flexible travel strategies for the 2026 season.

Scott revives DCSki’s Untopic with updates on his pole barn project, while members trade stories, outings, concert plans, and enthusiastic recommendations for barbecue restaurants.

marzNC highlights Indy Pass’s expanded 2026-27 lineup, while members debate its limited sales model, changing resort partnerships, and value for traveling skiers.

ZARDOG reflects on whether to retire from high-risk skiing after extensive surgeries, prompting advice about adapting pace, staying active, and finding rewarding lower-impact pursuits.

DCSki members question why Hidden Valley’s long-shuttered hotel remains in disrepair, discussing Vail’s failed reopening plans, ownership responsibilities, and the resort’s minimal investment.

Scott introduces DCSki’s new Resort Matcher, which recommends Mid-Atlantic ski areas based on users’ location, preferences, passes, amenities, and current forecast conditions.

Scott launches DCSki’s biggest technical overhaul in more than 30 years, adding new features and improved ways to explore its extensive archives while members offer feedback and spot data discrepancies.

Scott introduces DCSki’s beta Time Machine, an AI-assisted exploration of Forum and article archives by ski season, and explains how its underlying technology and archival data work.

Scott remembers longtime DCSki contributor Morgan “The Colonel” Birge, whose death prompts heartfelt tributes celebrating his kindness, humor, skiing, and lasting impact on the community.

Scott explains DCSki’s growing reliance on reader support as AI bots undermine advertising revenue, prompting contributions and discussion of ways to combat relentless scraping.

Scott previews an ambitious DCSki redesign, highlighting responsive mobile support and inviting feedback while continuing to test and fix the new version.