The Forum

Denis recounts a harrowing Mt. Hood summit attempt in hurricane-force winds and whiteout conditions, while later replies compare other frightening lift experiences and ask about his Alaska trips.

Jimmy congratulates his friend and ski monger on placing 10th in his division at the NASTAR National Championships after training at Oglebay Ski Area.

Ski Man showcases his backyard summer ski-ramp setup and invites ideas for improvements, including a possible foam pit, while others share their own ramp experience.

DCSki members look back on a remarkable, snow-filled season, sharing day counts, standout powder and regional skiing, memorable trips, injuries, and hopes for next winter.

JimK highlights social media’s growing role in ski-area marketing, while replies question whether it creates customers and note industry examples involving Blue Knob and Wintergreen.

snowsmith asks about the history of Treasure Lake Ski Area, prompting members to investigate its short-lived rope-tow skiing, tubing hill, slopes, and possible remnants.

bousquet19 points out Tanglwood’s eBay listing, prompting The Colonel to question why it includes so few photos of the ski operations.

Jimmy asks how much skiers should trust friends to choose challenging terrain, prompting stories about being encouraged into risky lines, blind drops, and other adventures.

Denis chronicles his father-son ski expedition into Alaska’s remote Rampart Range, from weather delays in Talkeetna to a successful glacier adventure he calls a life-list dream.

b2otto2 asks whether anyone is organizing a Snowshoe season-pass group buy after his Charleston group could not secure the resort’s early-season discount.

fishnski highlights late-season snowfall across the country and wonders whether anyone is heading to Tuckerman Ravine for one last spring ski.

sixate7 shares a humorous ski-slope video parody of “I’m on a Boat,” with David responding enthusiastically.