Outstanding idea, George!
Vermillion Valley Resort has a discussion Board:
http://edisonlake.com/site/component/option,com_wrapper/Itemid,52/
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The PCT email forum generates a lot of traffic, and is seen by a lot of people who have connections all along the trail. the Pacific Crest Trail Association says of it:
"The E-mail Forum is a rapid e-mail discussion among people who are interested in the PCT. All you need to participate is an e-mail account. Simply register and you'll start receiving interesting "posts" from members of the forum in your mailbox.
Each day, discussions on the list cover a wide range of topics from planning, bears, and giardia, to stoves, shoes, snow conditions, and much more. Don't see the information you need? Post your question."
http://mailman.backcountry.net/mailman/listinfo/pct-l===========================
Both high volume areas, though more climber oriented.
http://www.summitpost.org/phpBB2/http://www.supertopo.com/climbing/forum.php
