The Forum

Snowcone laments missing Loveland’s early-season skiing and asks where to find the next first tracks, prompting speculation about opening dates and playful plans for a January reunion.

Snowmakers presents a detailed regional snowfall forecast calling for an above-average winter, while fellow members debate the map’s assumptions, climate patterns, and chances of a major storm.

Forum members discuss a New York Times article about the Upper Potomac, praising its evocative portrait of local communities while questioning its emphasis on decline over the region’s travel appeal.

Snowmakers weighs Wintergreen, Snowshoe, Homestead, and Winterplace season passes before choosing an affordable Wintergreen midweek pass for after-school skiing.

JimK matches movie quotes with snowriding photos, while Heather and Roger Z add memorable lines from *Better Off Dead*.

DCSki members debate whether horizontal terrain and varied lines matter more than vertical drop, comparing Seven Springs and Whitetail while weighing terrain, scenery, snowmaking, and accessibility.

Tgd introduces Canaan Valley’s redesigned website, prompting discussion of its missing webcam, hard-to-find snow report and trail map, and the valley resorts’ growing emphasis on terrain parks.

DCSki members debate Davis’s surprise inclusion among North America’s coolest mountain towns, then trade recommendations for lodging and local spots in the Canaan Valley area.

DCSki members recommend nearby options for a snowboarder relocating to Quantico, weighing Massanutten and Bryce against slightly longer drives to Wintergreen, Liberty, Whitetail, and beyond.

GrayonTray announces full- and part-time job openings at Ski Chalet’s three Washington-area locations, prompting lighthearted replies about commuting and the company’s drug-testing requirement.

lightguy highlights Wisp’s master plan, which appears to show substantial future terrain and lift expansion, prompting discussion of the resort’s improvements and a possible DCSki gathering.

donm seeks recommendations for Colorado skiing forums ahead of his move to Colorado Springs, while members suggest resources, nearby resorts, passes, and advice on mountain traffic.