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December Kicks Off with the Sound of Snowmaking

An arctic air mass has brought ideal snowmaking conditions to the Mid-Atlantic, enabling resorts across the region to prepare for their winter season openings, with many planning to open in early December. Resorts like Seven Springs, Wisp, Snowshoe, and Timberline Mountain are leading the charge, while others are building their bases for upcoming announcements. Photo by Heidi Lews / Hidden Valley Resort.

Going Further Afield: The Other Wrong End of Utah… Brian Head Resort.

Brian Head Resort, Utah’s highest-elevation ski area, offers stunning red rock scenery, uncrowded slopes, and affordable prices, making it a unique and family-friendly alternative to the busier Wasatch resorts.

Last Chance to Grab an Epic Pass

Vail Resorts' Epic Passes - offering unlimited, multi-day, and single-day options at ski resorts nationwide - will only be available for purchase until December 2, 2024.

Going Further Afield: July Skiing at Timberline Lodge, Oregon.

Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood, Oregon, offers nearly year-round skiing, including in July, thanks to its high elevation and preserved snowpack.

What’s New for 2025: Vail Resorts Introduces New Winter Programs Across Pennsylvania Properties

Vail Resorts is introducing new winter programs and upgrades at its eight Pennsylvania ski properties.

Warren Miller Ski Film Tour Comes to Mid-Atlantic

The annual film tradition continues with showings in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Pennsylvania.

Reflections on a 25-Year DCSki Journey

Over 25 years, DCSki.com evolved from a website into a community for Jim Kenney, creating lasting friendships and memorable ski adventures. Jim chronicles those adventures in this reflection.

What’s New for 2025: Winterplace Resort

Winterplace Ski Resort is undertaking a two-year upgrade with USDA support, enhancing snowmaking, energy efficiency, and guest facilities, while adding a new terrain park and expanded clinics for the season.

Indy Pass Returns with 230+ Resorts and New Additions, Including Pennsylvania’s Bear Creek

The Indy Pass is available for a limited time with expanded access to over 230 independent ski resorts, including multiple Mid-Atlantic ski areas.

Seven Springs Mountain Resort Unveils New Exhibit Celebrating Decades of Snowsports History

Seven Springs Mountain Resort has launched a new exhibit in its Main Lodge, highlighting the Pennsylvania resort's history with artifacts, photos, and rotating displays developed in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Snowsports Museum and Vail Resorts.

What’s New for 2025: Wisp Resort

Snowmaking enhancements, a new snow tubing conveyor lift, and lodge upgrades are on tap for Maryland's Wisp Resort this winter.

What’s New for 2025: Blue Mountain and Camelback Resorts

Blue Mountain and Camelback Resorts in Pennsylvania are enhancing their offerings for the 2024-2025 winter season, including a new joint pass and significant snowmaking upgrades.

The Granite State and Lou: The Resurrection of Tenney Mountain

The next stop on Lou Botta's quest to visit every New Hampshire ski area is Tenney Mountain, a classic, old-school ski area that emerged from a ten-year closure better than ever.

Whitetail Resort to Auction Vintage Ski Lift Chairs and Trail Signs

Whitetail Resort will auction off vintage ski lift chairs and trail signs in October 2024, with proceeds benefiting the EpicPromise Foundation, which provides support for Vail Resorts employees.