DCSki's Editor snuck away on Friday to spend a few hours skiing at Pennsylvania's Liberty Mountain Resort. He found perfect snow conditions to complement the beautiful pastoral views Liberty offers.
By M. Scott Smith | January 18, 2025 Firsthand Report
In DCSki's Interview Series, we take a look at interesting people who have a connection to the mountains. We recently interviewed Pete Tolsdorf, who created a resource called SkiTripPlanner.com that helps match skiers with the perfect resort.
By M. Scott Smith | January 16, 2025 1 Interview Series
DCSki Columnist Matthew Graham kicks off the season with a weekday trip to Whitetail Resort, enjoying perfect snow conditions, a nostalgic lift ride, and numerous runs, teaming up with a friend for an adventurous day. He provides this Firsthand Report.
By Matthew Graham | January 11, 2025 Firsthand Report
DCSki's Editor made his first local turns of the season at Whitetail Resort. Recent sub-freezing temperatures and natural snow have made Whitetail's slopes look and ski more like a western ski area. He describes his visit in this story.
By M. Scott Smith | January 9, 2025 3 Firsthand Report
Jim Kenney made his first turns of the season on January 5, 2025 at Canaan Valley Resort. He enjoyed a quiet and scenic day, taking advantage of light crowds and free skiing for those aged 70+. Jim checks in with this Firsthand Report.
By Jim Kenney | January 6, 2025 2 Firsthand Report
After years of warm winters hindering snowmaking and natural snowfall, Mid-Atlantic ski resorts are set for a turnaround in January 2025, with frigid temperatures, ample snowmaking opportunities, and an impending snowstorm promising exceptional skiing conditions. Above, Virginia's Omni Homestead Resort opens for the season on January 9, 2025.
By M. Scott Smith | January 5, 2025 News
The majority of ski resorts in the Mid-Atlantic region are now open for the 2024-2025 winter season, with a variety of trails available for early-season skiing and snowboarding. Additional resorts are set to open in the coming days, supported by snowmaking efforts and natural snowfall. Above, Pennsylvania's Roundtop Mountain began its 60th season on December 14, 2024. Photo provided by Haley Mowery / Roundtop Mountain.
By M. Scott Smith | December 16, 2024 News
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.
By M. Scott Smith | December 1, 2024 2 News
Brian Head Resort, located at the southern end of Utah near stunning national parks like Zion and Bryce, offers a unique ski experience with its high base elevation of 9,600 feet, red rock vistas, and family-friendly atmosphere. While lacking the extensive infrastructure and nightlife of larger resorts, it makes up for it with affordable lift tickets, uncrowded slopes, and a relaxed vibe. Robbie Allen checks in with a Firsthand Report from Brian Head.
By Robbie Allen | November 23, 2024 1 Further Afield
Vail Resorts offers a variety of Epic Passes - providing unlimited, multi-day, or single-day skiing at ski resorts across the country - but the opportunity to buy one of these passes will soon come to an end when they go off sale on December 2, 2024.
By M. Scott Smith | November 22, 2024 News
