The Forum

Blue Don 1982 asks whether Ski Apache is worth a side trip from Midland, prompting recommendations about its terrain, conditions, nearby Ruidoso, and alternative New Mexico ski areas.

Blue Don 1982 reports Snowshoe’s Waffle Cabin relocation near Ballhooter, prompting discussion of its setting, nearby hotel development, and uncertain lift-upgrade plans.

wgo asks how ski-area co-ops handle member investment, operating costs, and liability, prompting discussion of the financial risks and challenges of making the model work.

DCSkiers share photos of themselves, their families, and even their dogs, with JimK welcoming new faces and members playfully identifying one another.

fishnski reports that Tropical Storm Arthur caused only minor damage at his North Carolina home, though he did weather a squall while harvesting crabs.

Members weigh the value of Snowshoe’s discounted season pass, partner-resort benefits, and swap agreements while debating Snowshoe’s terrain, crowds, costs, and regional alternatives.

bob highlights Loveland’s planned September 27 snowmaking start, underscoring the remarkably quick transition from the end of one ski season to the next.

Scott previews Timberline’s summer activities and rejects closure rumors, while readers debate the resort’s operations and look ahead to potential improvements for next winter.

Bob reports that Deer Valley postponed a Snow Park Amphitheater concert because of unexpected June snow, with Afro Omega rescheduled for September 3.

Chaga seeks help addressing the Canaan Valley shooting range’s persistent weekend noise, while other members weigh possible sound barriers, relocation, and the economic tradeoffs.

bob highlights Southwest’s fall airfare sale for early-season Western ski trips, while JohnL questions whether the prices and flight options justify booking so far ahead.

The Colonel asks when Mid-Atlantic resorts lose their final snow, prompting members to recall early-May patches while Denis reports a perfect spring corn run on Mount Hood.