The Forum

pagamony reports a varied three-day Snowshoe trip, from icy, windy conditions to improving skiing, with Silver Creek standing out for its terrain and lighter crowds.

Abe investigates Timberline’s Telemark Workshop, while participants praise its instructors, share event photos, and point to additional clinics for aspiring telemarkers.

oldensign questions why Whitetail, Roundtop, and Liberty charged full prices with limited terrain, while replies explain resort discount policies and holiday pricing.

scootertig reports a surprisingly quiet first visit to Liberty, praises its varied terrain, and asks about typical crowds before planning weeknight skiing and a Vermont trip.

yellowsnow shares Tucker County’s comprehensive-plan survey and encourages Canaan Valley residents, property owners, and visitors to submit their opinions before the extended deadline.

oldensign asks about the gliders visible behind Liberty, and fellow members identify the nearby airfield as the Mid-Atlantic Soaring Association’s W73, formerly part of Charnita.

SkiMass provides ongoing Massanutten conditions and snowmaking updates, while skiers report strong early-season coverage, manageable crowds, and improving terrain despite rain.

The Colonel shares a feature on building a backyard ski area, prompting oldensign to raise concerns about liability when teenagers snowboard there.

SpringsRegular shares a December 20 Seven Springs trip report and discusses making his Ninthward 187s everyday skis, prompting a playful comment about his child’s “skinny” skis.

JimK alerts readers to discounted Canaan and Timberline lift tickets, prompting enthusiastic replies and details about additional dates.

Denis celebrates finally retiring after a lengthy military-records delay, then reflects on skiing plans spanning Mad River Glen, the West, and British Columbia.

Members compare Liberty, Roundtop, and Whitetail for early-season conditions and terrain before sharing a successful Liberty outing and beginning plans for a Blue Knob weekend.