The Forum

Members track Hidden Valley’s difficult season, deteriorating facilities, rumored buyers and title delays before celebrating Buncher Group’s completed purchase and plans for major resort improvements.

DCSki members speculate about Almost Heaven and a nearby conservation land deal, then veer into a freewheeling exchange about martinis, beer,

DCSki members share plans for a Labor Day weekend in Canaan Valley, including mountain biking, fishing, hiking, birding, canoeing, and live music.

pac announces the return of Telepalooza, a Feb. 2-3 telemark skiing event at Seven Springs sponsored by regional ski organizations and the resort.

JimK shares an article about the Washington Post’s transition to online news, prompting debate over print newspapers, digital advertising, online interaction, and changing news habits.

The Colonel asks about upcoming improvements at Mid-Atlantic ski areas, prompting humorous and unconfirmed updates about Timberline, Canaan, and Seven Springs.

Oldensign asks how reliable Snowshoe’s Thanksgiving opening has been, while Scott and kwillg6 explain that conditions vary from several trails to only limited terrain.

Straight Shot introduces himself as a skier, rider, and ski-furniture builder, while fellow members welcome him and share interest in his projects and Hidden Valley connections.

therusty reports on Whitetail and Liberty’s new 2007-08 prices, including higher tickets, Advantage cards, season passes, and revised rental rates.

JimK compiles an unofficial ranking of America’s steepest ski runs, prompting members to compare personal experiences, clarify locations, and debate which descents are toughest.

JohnL celebrates the arrival of new ski magazines and the approaching season, prompting talk about flashy gear, ski videos, local deals, and the first snow in New Hampshire.

DavidFleming highlights an Elkins Inter-Mountain article on an emergency Pocahontas PSD meeting, saying it offers a more revealing account of the sewage plant funding dispute.