The Forum

Laurel Hill Crazie uncovers the history of New Germany’s early ski trails, prompting members to investigate the Whiskey Hollow course, possible Shenandoah slopes, and clues from old maps and photographs.

Kwillg6 plans to hike for late-season turns, while fellow skiers confirm top-to-bottom spring conditions on The Drop and Off the Wall and share route advice.

Laurel Hill Crazie seeks help preserving and documenting Laurel Mountain’s historic Midway Cabin, while members suggest funding sources, archives, museums, and additional evidence of the resort’s pioneering history.

skier219 explains how rare corn snow is in the East, detailing the weather, grooming, exposure, and precise timing needed to catch its brief spring window.

SCWVA reports deep mid-April powder, first tracks, and changing conditions at Snowbird, while fellow skiers react with envy to the Utah snowfall.

The Colonel highlights Utah’s remarkable April snowfall, while members share last-minute trip plans and Alta and Snowbird reports of deep powder and excellent spring skiing.

Denis reports remarkably durable late-season snow in Canaan Valley, while members share spring conditions and offer condolences after a family loss postpones his Alaska trip.

David shares a humorous clip of an ill-advised rope-tow ride, prompting fellow skiers to trade stories about fatigue, awkward loading techniques, and surviving the tow’s jolting towers.

SCWVA reports excellent late-season skiing and deep snow at Timberline, sparking discussion of spring conditions, uphill gear, and the mountain’s surprising snowpack.

The Colonel shares a funny video of dogs sliding down a ski trail, prompting playful speculation about teaching other pets to ski and ride lifts.

Curih introduces an expensive self-installing snow-chain system, while members compare conventional cables and chains and weigh their usefulness against finding suitable snow tires.

oldensign reports a perfect first day at Breckenridge with his family, covering terrain from Peaks 7 through 10 while navigating gear rentals, crowds, wind, and spring conditions.