The Forum

Punk Wonk Mike previews Wisp’s limited opening weekend terrain and pricing, then reports on a delayed, icy opening with discounted afternoon tickets and surprisingly short lift lines.

marzNC confirms Massanutten’s December 16 opening date and reports snowmaking progress, while wgo looks forward to skiing there during the school break.

Newber asks about proper board-waxing technique and possible heat damage, while members offer advice and recommend Liberty for its relaxed college-age atmosphere.

bousquet19 reports Snowshoe’s unusually early opening of Cupp Run, while fellow skiers share videos and firsthand impressions of the terrain and conditions.

Just a Skosh and his wife are considering a weekend trip to Blue Knob for its Saturday opening, while TomH wonders how much terrain will be available.

bousquet19 tracks conflicting Resort Swap updates for 2016-17, as members investigate whether Snowshoe passholders can still receive free and discounted visits to partner resorts.

SCWVA questions Wisp’s delayed opening and reduced early-season activity, while others explain the weather and ongoing upgrades before snowmaking finally begins.

Blue Don 1982 and his son create Snow Cams East, a directory of Eastern ski-area webcams that prompts discussion about their usefulness, accuracy, and eventual shutdown.

The Colonel questions Timberline’s late start to snowmaking, as members note its opening has been pushed to Dec. 23 and Canaan Valley may open first.

Members discuss Corridor H’s opening to Davis, its faster and safer design, and the continuing hazards of snow, wind, and untreated icy pavement in winter.

Members confirm Snowshoe’s December 2016 Demo Days, share reports on strong early-season conditions and limited terrain, and preview Cupp Run’s expected opening.

crgildart highlights Appalachian Ski Mountain’s annual $5 anniversary lift-ticket weekend, shares a family visit, and later reports that rain and warm weather shut down the 2016 event.