In news that is likely to reshape Mid-Atlantic snowsports for years to come, Vail Resorts announced on December 8, 2021 that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Hidden Valley Resort, and the operations of Laurel Mountain Ski Area.
By M. Scott Smith | December 8, 2021 News
The Mid-Atlantic ski season is already underway, and additional ski areas are scheduled to come on-line the weekend of December 4-5. DCSki presents a complete roundup of open -- and soon-to-open -- ski areas in this December 1, 2021 update. Above, Pennsylvania's Seven Springs Resort has been laying down snow in preparation for a December 4 opening.
By M. Scott Smith | December 1, 2021 1 News
Jim Kenney had a chance to swing by West Virginia's Timberline Mountain for its preview weekend on November 28, 2021.
By Jim Kenney | November 30, 2021 3 News
Leveraging data science, the company aims to reduce crowding and lift line wait times.
By M. Scott Smith | November 28, 2021 2 News
There are many lists of "top ski areas,", but there is only one "Jim Kenney's top ski areas" list. Reflecting on 50+ years of skiing, Jim picks his favorite ski areas that resonated personally with him.
By Jim Kenney | November 27, 2021 Feature Story
The base village has transformed into a park-like plaza.
By M. Scott Smith | November 26, 2021 News
Massanutten celebrates 50 years this winter, with snowmaking improvements, enhanced beginner terrain, and a switch to RFID passes.
By M. Scott Smith | November 24, 2021 News
Improvements include an expanded tube park, introduction of RFID passes, and upgraded rental facility.
By M. Scott Smith | November 24, 2021 News
Favorable snowmaking temperatures have enabled many Mid-Atlantic ski areas to begin snowmaking operations in preparation for their season openings. Sugar Mountain, Cataloochee, and Snowshoe are among the first ski areas to open for the 2021-2022 winter season. Above, early-morning snowmaking is shown at Pennsylvania's Seven Springs Resort on November 23, 2021.
By M. Scott Smith | November 24, 2021 Feature Story
Dick Barron served as a ski patroller for 50 years at Seven Springs Resort.
By M. Scott Smith | November 14, 2021 2 News
