The Forum

JimK organizes a Wisp meetup for the resort’s $7 birthday weekend, as skiers and snowboarders coordinate plans and report on a soggy, foggy day with several trails open.

The Colonel launches a poll about where DCSkiers hit the slopes that weekend, with members reporting ski-instructor training at Tussey Mountain and rainy conditions at Wisp.

Clay reports Timberline’s opening delay despite heavy snowfall, prompting debate over snowmaking, grooming fresh powder, and whether the resort should leave expert terrain and snow whales untouched.

The Colonel polls DCSki users about how often they visit the site, sparking comments about readership, registration, privacy, and one member’s self-described DCSki addiction.

The Colonel asks why Seven Springs’ North Face webcam disappeared, and RobertW provides a direct link showing that the camera remains in its usual position.

Tucker offers a lightly used Fischer Big Stix telemark setup with bindings and boots, lowers the price to $375, and later reports that the gear has sold.

pagamony is offering her daughter’s nearly new 143cm Burton Feather snowboard with Stiletto bindings and accessories for $200.

The Colonel reports that Massanutten has opened Diamond Jim, one of its newer advanced trails with nearly 1,000 feet of vertical.

nexjg asks about Snowshoe’s alternate routes and winter road conditions, while readers compare approaches, highway safety, travel times, and stops before turning to early-season skiing and lift operations.

Tucker’s report of frigid temperatures in Canaan Valley sparks excitement about winter’s arrival, along with a wide-ranging discussion of snow and skiing on Hawaii’s high volcanic peaks.

pac announces the sixth annual Telepaloozia at Seven Springs, featuring telemark clinics, races, equipment demos, prizes, food, and activities for kids.

DCSki members coordinate a Snowshoe trip, trade advice on roads and parking, and report excellent powder, clear weather, and nearly empty slopes despite limited terrain.