The Forum

DCSki members debate Canaan Valley Resort’s early closure, weighing inadequate snowmaking and lost March opportunity against weather, customer demand, and the resort’s business realities.

wfyurasko reports on enjoyable spring skiing at Whitetail after fresh snow followed a late-February thaw.

Bonzski’s #CheatMtnMagic video sparks playful discussion of West Virginia’s ski potential, while the thread veers into commiseration over UVA’s heartbreaking tournament loss.

Oldensign shares the early history of skier-powered snow grooming, prompting memories of Army-stomped slopes in Morocco and a rumored mogul-plowing machine at Laurel Mountain.

fishnski tracks a late-March storm threatening snow in Washington, D.C., as members report conditions ranging from rain and wet roads to substantial powder at area resorts.

Bonzski and wgo share reports from an exceptional late-season Snowshoe powder stretch, while participants trade plans and predictions for glades and the final weekend.

wfyurasko seeks affordable late-season skiing near Washington, weighing Massanutten against Whitetail as changing plans reopen the possibility of a midweek outing.

oddballstocks shares a memorable Hidden Valley powder day with his sons, while others discuss storm-related travel, extended spring operations, and the resort’s unexpectedly excellent conditions.

bousquet19 reports excellent powder skiing and nearly empty slopes at Liberty after a spring storm, though the trip from Winchester took three hours because of hazardous, poorly cleared roads.

DCSki members track a late-season snowstorm’s potential to extend skiing at Snowshoe and other resorts, while comparing forecasts and sharing injury-related ski-season frustrations.

Denis recounts four remarkable powder days across several Tahoe resorts, including whiteout conditions, lift delays, stranded snowboarders, road closures, and an unexpectedly rejuvenating effect on his knees.

DCSki members recommend experienced Haute Route guides, highlighting Martin Kimmig and Michael Siltich for their expertise navigating difficult conditions and handling backcountry emergencies.