The Forum

David recommends checking out Jay Peak’s energetic season-opening video, and Jeffo4 agrees that it is worth watching.

Roger Z invites fellow skiers to join him for a four-day New Year’s trip to Monarch, Colorado, with options to road-trip from Kansas City or meet in Denver.

The Colonel reports on shopping at the Dilly, Willis, and Ski Chalet, comparing inventory, discounts, and gear deals while encouraging readers to support the ski industry.

The Colonel alerts skiers to Willis Ski Shop’s preseason sale in Fairfax and notes its connection to the Seven Springs store.

HolyMAC mentions reading *White Heat*, a book about skiing, and David calls it a classic.

HolyMAC asks which resorts and slopes are iciest, prompting members to compare notorious hardpack and blue-ice runs across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond.

The Colonel shares ski-specific fitness exercises to prepare for the season, prompting members to add stair workouts and a lighthearted suggestion for workout motivation.

tgd reports on four bidders for Canaan Valley State Park’s ski operations, prompting discussion about the resort’s steep investment requirements and prospects for meaningful improvements.

snowglobe shares photos and impressions from a foliage-filled Canaan Valley weekend, while fellow visitors discuss mountain biking, windmills, and proposed wilderness protections for Dolly Sods.

oldensign asks whether Seven Springs can offer Thanksgiving skiing, prompting members to share memories of early openings and discuss weather-dependent snowmaking at Seven Springs and Hidden Valley.

bawalker asks about Whitetail’s early-season coverage and evening conditions for frequent after-work skiing, prompting advice on snowmaking, firming snow, crowds, lodging, and possible carpools.

Myrto lists a one-bedroom Black Bear Resort cabin with a loft near Canaan Valley and Timberline, offering photos and contact information for prospective buyers.