Replying to How do you navigate the mountain?

I have a below average memory but for some reason a pretty decent memory when it comes to mountain trails. I usually don't know all the names of the runs but can remember which trails I like based on sight and lifts. Unless its Killington where I ski most, i know most of the trails there. I find that skiing by myself helps to remember trail names, when im following someone I am on autopilot. I can also stare at a trail map for hours at night if I'm going somewhere new. I can remember how to get around most moutains i been to in the west even if it was only for one time. Those experiences are burned into my memory. How about you?