The Forum

superguy shares Seven Springs’ early-season opening plans, while members compare expected terrain, snowmaking, hours, and the prospects for Hidden Valley and Laurel Mountain.

Bonzski highlights Snowshoe’s expanded snowmaking, equipment, and trail improvements, while later updates cover early-season terrain openings and new lodging, rental, dining, and guest-service additions.

hockeydave highlights a 91-year-old Murrysville man who set the world record as the oldest heli-skier after starting his skiing journey at Laurel Mountain.

Laurel Hill Crazie highlights Black Friday lift-ticket deals at Laurel Mountain, Hidden Valley, and Seven Springs, with discussion clarifying that Laurel and Hidden Valley cards are interchangeable.

Laurel Hill Crazie shares a local news video about Big Boulder's opening day and highlights the Pennsylvania resort's pioneering snowmaking history and postwar origins.

RodneyBD questions the lack of state and local attention to Tucker County’s tourism struggles, prompting discussion of poverty, infrastructure, ski-area management, and the region’s untapped potential.

superguy asks where to find goofy fleece ski hats, prompting suggestions for novelty masks and helmet covers, along with a discussion of helmets’ warmth, comfort, and safety.

Scott announces Pro-Fit Ski & Mountain Sports’ November 18 ski swap benefiting Whitetail Ski Patrol, while a reader notes a second swap happening at Blue Knob.

wfyurasko asks whether states near Pennsylvania offer affordable youth ski-pass programs like Pennsylvania’s fourth- and fifth-grade pass, prompting members to share examples and reminisce about missed deals.

DCSki members compare North American resorts’ snowmaking capacity, weighing total output against terrain coverage while exploring newer technology and the growing role of snowmaking out West.

oldensign compares Epic and Ikon’s resort coverage and value, sparking debate over pass pricing, family and senior discounts, changing partnerships, and alternatives such as regional passes.

Bob reports Vail and Beaver Creek’s early openings, prompting discussion of Thanksgiving ski plans and other resorts beginning their seasons or snowmaking.