The Forum

The Colonel jokingly questions DCSki’s counter after reaching 1,200 posts, while David congratulates him on the milestone.

SCWVA opens discussion of Snowshoe’s new Western Territory midstation and Upper Cupp changes, prompting debate over early-season access, snowmaking, and the removal of Cupp’s dogleg.

RodSmith reports on Roundtop’s Black Friday opening, praising its beginner package, helpful instruction, and new Burton rental equipment while noting a boot-sizing issue and Mountain Passport restrictions.

Laurel Hill Crazie invites ideas for realistically reopening and improving Laurel Mountain, prompting discussion of snowmaking, lifts, terrain, and preserving its secluded, old-school character.

David wishes the DCSki community a happy Thanksgiving and hopes everyone enjoyed the holiday without overindulging.

Murphy points readers to photos of an unusual avalanche at Wisp, prompting discussion of its possible causes, similar incidents, and the dangers of skiing closed trails.

Denis shares an exuberant report from a deep-powder day at Whitegrass, where roughly 20 inches covered the higher slopes, prompting plans and reflections about the season’s promising start.

DCSki members anticipate heavy crowds at Hidden Valley’s free opening weekend, weighing limited terrain, parking, and lesson traffic while sharing their plans to attend.

GDWindowpane weighs a Christmas-week versus February trip to Snowshoe, then settles on late January to avoid school conflicts while members discuss snow, crowds, and pricing.

The Colonel introduces Alta’s Wild Old Bunch, an inspiring group of older skiers, prompting members to share admiration and plans to ski with them.

Jim announces that Roundtop will open for skiing on Thanksgiving weekend, with Liberty following the next weekend.

samsef looks for a passenger to share a day trip from Alexandria to Liberty, Whitetail, or Massanutten, while others suggest Wisp’s discounted tickets as an alternative.