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Johnfmh’s gloomy Thanksgiving outlook sparks debate over Mid-Atlantic opening dates, snowmaking conditions, and whether changing forecasts point to a mild or snowy winter.
Johnfmh’s gloomy Thanksgiving outlook sparks debate over Mid-Atlantic opening dates, snowmaking conditions, and whether changing forecasts point to a mild or snowy winter.
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Updated November 23, 2004 by JimK
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Snowmakers asks for recommendations, maps, and aerial photos of legal backcountry snowboarding routes in national parks around Virginia’s Alleghany, Greenbrier, and Bath counties.
Snowmakers asks for recommendations, maps, and aerial photos of legal backcountry snowboarding routes in national parks around Virginia’s Alleghany, Greenbrier, and Bath counties.
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Updated November 23, 2004 by Snowmakers
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JimK shares a photo of Ski Roundtop’s Ramrod trail while celebrating the Pennsylvania resort’s 41st anniversary and reflecting on Snow Time’s role in its longevity and regional growth.
JimK shares a photo of Ski Roundtop’s Ramrod trail while celebrating the Pennsylvania resort’s 41st anniversary and reflecting on Snow Time’s role in its longevity and regional growth.
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Updated November 23, 2004 by JimK
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johnfmh clarifies that Snowshoe may open before December 1, possibly that weekend if colder temperatures allow snowmaking, prompting playful discussion of how to summon winter.
johnfmh clarifies that Snowshoe may open before December 1, possibly that weekend if colder temperatures allow snowmaking, prompting playful discussion of how to summon winter.
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Updated November 23, 2004 by jimmy
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powderpig organizes a February Utah ski trip, finding affordable flights and inviting others to join him for several days of exploring Alta, Snowbird, and nearby resorts.
powderpig organizes a February Utah ski trip, finding affordable flights and inviting others to join him for several days of exploring Alta, Snowbird, and nearby resorts.
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Updated November 23, 2004 by powderpig
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RyanC seeks advice on the safest Baltimore-to-Canaan Valley route during severe weather, as members compare road conditions, exposed stretches, and alternate approaches.
RyanC seeks advice on the safest Baltimore-to-Canaan Valley route during severe weather, as members compare road conditions, exposed stretches, and alternate approaches.
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Updated November 22, 2004 by JohnL
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JR asks whether wind turbines could help power ski resorts, prompting discussion of West Virginia wind conditions, renewable-energy economics, and environmental tradeoffs compared with coal.
JR asks whether wind turbines could help power ski resorts, prompting discussion of West Virginia wind conditions, renewable-energy economics, and environmental tradeoffs compared with coal.
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Updated November 22, 2004 by KevR
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RyanC seeks more accurate, elevation-specific forecasts for Canaan Valley and Snowshoe, prompting members to recommend local weather resources and discuss forecast reliability.
RyanC seeks more accurate, elevation-specific forecasts for Canaan Valley and Snowshoe, prompting members to recommend local weather resources and discuss forecast reliability.
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Updated November 22, 2004 by bawalker
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Johnfmh notes DCSki’s mention in Washingtonian Magazine, highlighting regional ski advice from Scott Smith and columnists John Phillips and Matthew Graham, plus a Jackson Hole comparison.
Johnfmh notes DCSki’s mention in Washingtonian Magazine, highlighting regional ski advice from Scott Smith and columnists John Phillips and Matthew Graham, plus a Jackson Hole comparison.
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Updated November 22, 2004 by johnfmh
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bawalker reports that Snowshoe may have delayed its ski opening to December 1, prompting discussion of the resort’s opening-day promotion and uncertain mountain weather.
bawalker reports that Snowshoe may have delayed its ski opening to December 1, prompting discussion of the resort’s opening-day promotion and uncertain mountain weather.
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Updated November 22, 2004 by Murphy
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Roger Z argues that Jackson Hole is overrated, prompting debate over its expert terrain and reputation, along with suggestions that Killington and Vail deserve similar scrutiny.
Roger Z argues that Jackson Hole is overrated, prompting debate over its expert terrain and reputation, along with suggestions that Killington and Vail deserve similar scrutiny.
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Updated November 21, 2004 by JohnL
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HkyGrL2 offers women’s Salomon snowboard boots and Burton bindings for sale, providing condition, sizing, pricing, and contact information for interested buyers.
HkyGrL2 offers women’s Salomon snowboard boots and Burton bindings for sale, providing condition, sizing, pricing, and contact information for interested buyers.
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Updated November 20, 2004 by HkyGrL2
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