The Forum

The Colonel urges DCSkiers to support the site financially, prompting Scott to highlight contribution information and members to thank him for another season of work.

Myrto asks why Firefox will not log her into the Forum, while Scott and other members troubleshoot cookies, remembered passwords, browser versions, and the need to try twice.

oldensign reports that California’s Trinity Mountain Resort lost its only chairlift in the Slide fire, though the base lodge survived and plans remain to rebuild the family-oriented ski area.

myrto announces a Nov. 8 “Dude Fest” featuring a screening of *The Big Lebowski* and live music at Cinema & Drafthouse.

Ed Durrett explores creating a deeded fractional vacation home in Canaan Valley, while members debate shared-ownership drawbacks and an existing Deep Creek Lake venture explains its model.

Comprex explains that Pro-Fit’s ski swap was held in the parking lot and compares its selection, timing, and value with other local swaps and the Ski Expo.

Scott reveals the real pumpkin behind DCSki’s Halloween logo, while readers admire the carving and learn that friends created the other jack-o’-lanterns.

dcmidnight seeks reliable sources for affordable used skis, and fellow skiers compare online sellers, local swaps, bindings, and bargain setups before he finds Rossignol Z9 TIs.

fishnski proposes planting more spruce to preserve powder in West Virginia, prompting discussion of how trees, storm direction, humidity, altitude, and lake effect shape snow quality.

oldensign asks about Silver Creek Resort’s history, prompting members to share its origins as a stand-alone area, expansion plans, personal memories, and some humorous Timbers beer-service lore.

k_alice asks how seriously altitude sickness should influence a family trip to Breckenridge or Keystone, while fellow skiers recommend hydration, taking it easy, and considering medication without abandoning Summit County.

DCSkiers share firsthand impressions of Holiday Valley’s terrain, snow, facilities, and Ellicottville atmosphere, while cautioning that Thanksgiving opening depends on conditions and comparing nearby alternatives.