The Forum

DCSki members share strategies for finding inexpensive flights from the Washington area to Denver, including flexible dates, airline sales, early departures, and baggage considerations.

DCSki members share videos of moose charging skiers at Breckenridge and Alyeska, then jokingly compare those wildlife encounters with the unlikely equivalent at Roundtop.

ParkCrewDrew compiles snowfall totals from the weekend storm, while skiers share firsthand reports of freezing rain, bitter cold, power outages, and surprisingly fun fresh snow.

wfyurasko asks whether Whitetail can return to packed-powder conditions after rain before a planned ski day with his son, and dinozaur offers reassurance about the resort’s grooming and snowmaking.

Blue Don 1982 seeks Friday opening information for Laurel Mountain and Hidden Valley, with later updates confirming new terrain at both resorts.

Denis reports exceptional Sierra snowfall, explains its benefits for Tahoe’s snowpack and water supply, and shares road-condition and avalanche resources as others react to the storm.

CharliMurphy asks about saving on Snowshoe lift tickets, prompting members to share advance-purchase advice and tips for safely buying discounted passes through resale sites.

Kemperski seeks advice on finding a one-night, on-mountain rental at Wintergreen, while eggraid suggests contacting VRBO or Airbnb owners directly closer to the trip.

JimK shares a trip report from a busy but enjoyable day of skiing at Whitetail on January 14, 2019.

Kieran seeks DC-area telemark bootfitting and gear advice, prompting recommendations for local shops and a detailed discussion of NTN bindings, including the Outlaw X.

bob shares dramatic video of a helicopter pilot rescuing an injured skier in the French Alps, prompting admiration for the pilot’s remarkable skill and composure.

Blue Don 1982 shares photos and a positive Snowshoe report, prompting discussion of early snowmaking, busy conditions, Ikon Pass usage, lift congestion, and wind-related closures.