The Forum

skier219 shares photos of Snowshoe’s new trails, prompting appreciation for the glades and anticipation of how they will ski with natural snow.

MattM is seeking six to seven additional members for his established ski-in, ski-out condo at Seven Springs, with readers discussing the cost and appeal of the shared arrangement.

comprex compares two Maryland ski swaps, sharing observations about their selection, organization, pricing, and the excitement of bargain hunting as the season approaches.

DCSki members weigh western resorts for a family trip, comparing beginner terrain, snow, ski schools, lodging, access, and costs while frequently recommending Steamboat, Park City, and Colorado destinations.

DCSki members commiserate over an unusually hot, slow-arriving fall, comparing temperatures across regions and joking about climate change and Indian summer.

tromano shares a forecast for Utah’s first major storm of the season, with heavy Wasatch snowfall expected, while East Coast readers commiserate over warm, drought-stricken conditions and anticipate snow elsewhere.

Wojo highlights Alpine Ski Shop’s small but worthwhile ski swap, prompting members to share plans to attend and list additional regional swaps.

RobertW shares vintage Seven Springs photos and trail maps from the 1970s and ’80s, sparking memories and discussion of the resort’s vanished lifts, trails, and Snowshoe Bridge.

dmh announces the Purple Fiddle’s multi-band outdoor concert at Canaan Valley State Park, with plans, directions, music details, and enthusiastic responses from attendees.

Langleyskier asks about learning telemark skiing and XC, prompting advice on lessons, lift-served practice, equipment, technique, and the different benefits of Nordic disciplines.

comprex is looking for Marker Twincam pole grips, or complete 48-inch Twincam poles with the distinctive bent design and asymmetrical baskets.

jimboc shares Timberline’s plans to expand snowmaking with 40 additional guns, prompting discussion about water capacity, infrastructure challenges, and the potential for earlier trail openings.