The Forum

Jeremy seeks Wisp lodging for a large group, explores rental options and shuttle service, and reports on choosing a larger mountain-top home despite its lack of ski-in/ski-out access.

tromano shares a $42-per-day SLC Super Pass deal for the Cottonwood Canyon resorts, while members clarify resort access, transportation, booking restrictions, and lodging considerations.

JimK highlights ski-area marketing ideas, prompting members to encourage Mid-Atlantic resorts to offer DCSki community discounts, including a possible Timberline promotion.

Roger Z’s wish list prompts members to share dream destinations, favorite past resorts, memorable runs, and their appreciation for nearby Mid-Atlantic skiing.

Jeremy asks when Wisp’s planned village amenities will be completed and what has changed, while lightguy offers to check on the project during an upcoming visit.

Rickh reports that Loveland has started making snow, prompting excitement about the approaching season and hopes that Arapahoe Basin will begin blowing soon.

Chad asks for the quickest route to Snowshoe, prompting advice on weather-dependent driving routes and a lengthy debate over alleged speed traps in Wardensville.

Juan asks about weekend or day-trip transportation from the DC area to nearby ski resorts, and JimK points him toward regional ski clubs and their bus-trip calendars.

DCSki members share early signs of fall, cold weather, and high-elevation snow while getting excited for the coming ski season.

HolyMAC introduces himself as a 12-year-old skier who enjoys Wintergreen and hopes to tackle Lower Cliff Hanger, receiving a warm welcome from DCSki members and his father.

Comprex offers a free pair of 170cm HEAD C120 skis with an RF2 plate for local pickup, noting their suitability for beginner-intermediate skiers and icy bumps.

JohnL raises questions about how AIG’s government bailout might affect Stowe, prompting discussion of a potential sale, ski-area insurance, and the resort’s longstanding ties to AIG executives.