You can also do what I do and create a home screen bookmark for the forum. It appears on your home screen just like an app and gives quick access to the forum without having to open the Safari app and search for the forum.
To create a home screen bookmark while on the forum, tap the box at the top of the screen which has a vertical arrow rising out of it. In the pop up that appears, tap the add to home screen button and the forum will appear on your home screen as an icon. I usually have the forum open to the news section when I do this and can select the area I want to visit when the forum page opens.