The Forum

Denis asks Whitetail to leave some trails ungroomed after a major storm, sparking discussion of powder skiing, guest expectations, and memorable untracked conditions at Mid-Atlantic resorts.

wgo asks about non-skiing activities for his pregnant wife during a trip to Timberline, and tgd recommends nearby snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, and other Canaan Valley options.

JR recounts choosing to drive home to his wife instead of skiing fresh snow, only to endure a 12-hour traffic ordeal and rue his decision.

Rickh announces that Timberline is fully open, prompting members to make weekend plans and share reports of abundant fresh snow across Canaan Valley.

Roy wishes The Colonel a happy birthday and hopes the coming years bring many more snowy seasons.

tgd reports 28 to 32 inches of fresh snow at Timberline, with cold, fluffy powder and excellent skiing across the mountain after a week of changing conditions.

DCSki members compare how Mid-Atlantic resorts handle fresh snow, weighing skier ability and business pressures against the appeal of ungroomed powder.

The Colonel reports excellent weekend skiing and improved amenities at Canaan Valley, prompting an extended debate over snowmaking whales, moguls, and grooming practices on expert trails.

DCSki members reminisce about the snowy winter of 1979-80, recalling surprise storms, memorable ski trips, and how quickly Mid-Atlantic snow could disappear.

snowshoe shares an American Express offer for a buy-one-get-one-free Snowshoe ticket and asks whether anyone has successfully used the deal.

kennedy reports a nearly perfect Snowshoe weekend, with fresh powder, uncrowded slopes, and especially good skiing at Silver Creek, while rmcva confirms Saturday’s excellent conditions.

Kahuna613 reports a powdery, scenic weekend at Canaan Valley and Snowshoe, comparing conditions, lodging, lift prices, and terrain while asking about local pronunciation and accommodations.