The Forum

David reports good early-season conditions at Snowshoe despite limited terrain, shares photos and a video, and sparks conversation about the resort’s emptiness and new skis.

Denis recounts braving a snowy drive to Whitegrass for the Jack Frost party, then finding light, fluffy powder and returning for two more rewarding backcountry ski days.

DCSki members compare projected opening dates across Mid-Atlantic resorts, debate Snowshoe’s delayed start, and share early-season reports as terrain begins opening.

JohnL and fellow T-Line regulars anticipate the 2011 Snow Luau, trading possible dates, traditions, reservations, and plans for helmet-cam footage, whale antics, and bump-contest viewing.

fishnski highlights the ironic cold snap at Cancun’s climate summit, prompting jokes from David and comprex about Al Gore, Canada, and the “Gore effect.

fishnski tracks a major early-season storm and promising mid-December snow, while members report deep accumulations and debate why snowfall varies across the region.

pagamony offers used Dalbello junior boots and Fischer RX9 skis for sale, then reports that the Fischer skis have been sold.

djwoz announces Wisp’s early-season opening with beginner terrain and $10 lift tickets, while Kris looks ahead to discounted skiing and hopes for expanded terrain.

Lloyd asks which Mid-Atlantic resort offers the best early-season value and terrain for his group, prompting comparisons of Snowshoe, Timberline, Canaan, Wisp, and Seven Springs.

DCSki members track shifting early-season snow forecasts, debate whether Washington will see accumulation, and share reports of snowfall and snowmaking in the mountains.

DCSki members debate which Mid-Atlantic resort will snowmake earliest and most aggressively, tracking early-season efforts at Snowshoe, Timberline, Wisp, and others.

djwoz reports that Wisp has begun making snow, prompting updates on snowmaking across the region and plans for the resort’s December 12 birthday celebration.