The Forum

DCSki members compare routes from Glen Burnie and surrounding areas to Snowshoe, weighing travel time, road conditions, weather, daylight, and the need for capable four-wheel-drive vehicles.

shearer519 recounts earning first tracks at the long-closed Black Moshannon Ski Area, describing deep powder, early backcountry lessons, and the remains of the historic Pennsylvania resort.

Reisen plans a Wednesday ski day at Wisp and invites others to join him, while snowsmith reviews the resort’s new North Camp trails and lift.

Aaron offers four discounted Wisp lift-ticket vouchers for sale or trade, prompting one reader to negotiate a lower price for weekday use.

DWW asks for a relaxed winter outing with great Canaan Valley views, while members recommend Whitegrass, Blackwater Falls, and scenic overlooks near Timberline and Canaan Valley.

wojo reports a fun, uncrowded evening at Whitetail with extensive open terrain, solid snowmaking, and a mix of groomed and granular conditions, while JohnL adds a Sunday update.

ajb_nashville asks whether Timberline is making snow on Thunderstruck and Thunder Draft, while praising the resort’s snowmaking ahead of the holidays.

TerpSKI asks whether Timberline will be unusually crowded over the holiday, prompting discussion of expected conditions, lift operations, and why Canaan Valley often handles Christmas-week crowds well.

SkiBumMSP reports excellent early-season conditions, open trails, minimal crowds, and enjoyable skiing at Massanutten, while noting the resort’s limited terrain and strong ski patrol.

Thunderingskier asks when Timberline’s Twister might open, while other skiers share predictions, photos, and an update pointing to a possible Friday or Saturday opening.

hoyadrew reports on sunny, uncrowded skiing at Timberline, while gravydave adds that coverage was strong and Twister and The Drop were nearing opening.

After langleyskier reports Whitetail’s prolonged lift breakdown and a resort credit, other skiers share their own lift stoppage stories and reactions.