The Forum

msprings asks about Snowshoe’s new building atop the Western Territory, and Bonzski identifies it as an event center being built by the Corduroy Inn owners.

marzNC examines potential buyers for Jay Peak, comparing Alterra and Pacific Group’s interest with Vail’s absence while exploring Jay’s history, access challenges, and ski-school strategy.

marzNC highlights the growing adoption of RFID at ski resorts, shares Sierra-at-Tahoe’s FAQ, and asks which resorts have yet to implement the technology.

Keith_Moon announces Snowshoe’s new Old Spruce brewery, while members discuss its opening, location, amenities, and impending replacement of the Draft House.

bob shares the Old Farmer’s Almanac’s winter 2020 forecast, highlighting promising conditions for the Rockies, West Virginia, and western Pennsylvania.

Keith_Moon asks whether Snowshoe will offer worthwhile skiing over Thanksgiving, prompting advice that conditions are likely limited but could be suitable for early runs if snowmaking cooperates.

bob reports that Ikon Pass holders will gain access to Zermatt’s Matterhorn ski area in Switzerland and its connected terrain in Italy.

wojo shares details about Arlington showings of Teton Gravity Research’s *Winterland* ski film and invites others to post information about additional screenings.

marzNC explains Boyne’s new dual-frequency RFID system debuting at Big Sky and Loon, while discussion considers lift access, staffing, read reliability, and potential wait-time information.

bob shares a photo and news of the season’s first snowfall at Arapahoe Basin, dusting the resort’s high East Wall along the Continental Divide.

DCSki members discuss the deliberate overnight severing of the Sea to Sky Gondola cable near Squamish, its extensive damage, and the disruption to workers and summer events.

wtfeeney reports Camelback is expected to be sold to KSL, prompting discussion about possible effects on nearby Jack Frost/Big Boulder, pass competition, and Camelback’s future.