The Forum

TravisR shares photos of a backyard ski setup, inviting readers to imagine having a winter skiing experience right on their porch.

lbotta reports on Snowshoe’s two new Soaring Eagle trails, while Scott reveals a third glade run and other members share observations about the expansion.

fishnski reports an unusually early snowfall at a European ski resort, while Snowmakers adds context about the four-inch accumulation and its elevation.

Steve weighs Snowshoe’s costly MLK weekend lodging against a Colorado trip, while members debate crowds, terrain, accommodations, and alternatives before he chooses Snowshoe and adds a Winter Park trip.

David seeks advice on planning his family’s first Western ski trip, while members compare Utah, Colorado, and other destinations and discuss lodging, transportation, terrain, timing, and altitude.

David shares a Farmers’ Almanac forecast promising a snowy Northeast winter, prompting readers to dream about deep coverage, new lines, and skiing back home.

Denis reports on a brutally poor but memorable August ski outing at Colorado’s St. Mary’s Glacier, prompting readers to share summer-skiing memories and dramatic encounters with thundersnow.

DCSki members trade photos and stories from off-season fishing adventures, while also comparing mountain biking, camping and other ways to cope with the absence of snow.

DCSki members share plans for the coming season, ranging from Mid-Atlantic skiing and family trips to New England, Utah, Colorado, Canada, and Europe.

Denis looks ahead to the 2007-08 ski season, while fellow members share their excitement for snow, fall mountain scenery, and early-season adventures.

TravisR seeks examples of regularly skied backyard and private hills, sharing featured areas while participants debate what qualifies and describe their own potential slopes.

An anonymous skier asks about Crested Butte’s free early-season promotion, seeking firsthand advice on snow, crowds, lodging, transportation, nightlife, and comparisons with Utah resorts.