The Forum

DCSki members weigh the convenience of ski backpacks against lift-snag risks, sharing recommendations for compact packs, jacket storage, and when carrying gear makes sense.

wfyurasko highlights kayak rental options around Washington, D.C., while Crush recalls earning a sailing certification at Belle Haven and cruising the Potomac in a former boat.

Scott introduces DCSki User of the Month, a new program recognizing outstanding Forum contributors and inviting readers to nominate members for monthly honors and a DCSki lapel pin.

fosphenytoin seeks recommendations for a summer whitewater rafting weekend in Ohiopyle or New River, including outfitters and nearby camping or lodging.

bob reports A-Basin’s limited, reservation-only reopening during the pandemic, while members weigh the logistics and demand before sharing conditions, photos, and a visitor’s trip report.

CoolBreeze303 asks how many Whitetail day trips would justify an Epic Pass, prompting recommendations for the family-friendly Indy Pass and nearby resorts such as Bryce and Massanutten.

Vermont reports finding a secluded, uncrowded surfing and paddleboarding

Skidmo mourns WHFS’s 2005 format change, prompting memories of its progressive-music legacy and discussion of independent radio, satellite alternatives, and surviving eclectic stations.

bob reports that Oregon’s Timberline is skiing again, with Arapahoe Basin preparing to reopen while Mt. Bachelor finishes its season under limited, reservation-only access.

Camp highlights Bryce Resort’s ongoing expansion, including a new ski terrain-park slope and two additional mountain-bike trails.

DCSki members marvel at an unusually snowy May across the Mid-Atlantic, sharing reports from Canaan Valley, Snowshoe, the Laurel Highlands, and North Carolina.

The Colonel wonders why Snowshoe clears snow around lift terminals, prompting discussion of spring maintenance, summer operations, and the Skidder beginner area’s challenging layout.