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  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (November 29, 2024)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Mountain Report:

    Mountain NameTrails OpenPercent Open
    Saddleback0 / 680%
    Sugarloaf4 / 1762%
    Sunday River4 / 1393%
    Pleasant Mountain0 / 470%

    Trail of the Day: Tote Road (Sugarloaf)

    Upcoming Events:

    Make sure to add these events to your calendar to keep yourself up to date with the local happenings. Of course, you can always visit our events page, which is constantly getting updated so you can know about the event before anyone else! Plus, check out our Featured Events page where we dive deeper into the events we don’t want you to miss!

    All Events
    Featured Events
    Event Name:Start Date:End Date:Occurrence:
    Saddleback’s The Pub ReopensNovember 29November 29One Day
    Downeast Ski Club Ski Sale & ExpoNovember 30November 30One Day
    Glade Maintenance Day @ Black MountainNovember 30November 30One Day
    Holiday Auction @ TitcombDecember 6December 6One Day
    Saddleback Opening DayDecember 6December 6One Day
    Pleasant Mountain Opening DayDecember 6December 6One Day
    Demo Day @ Sunday RiverDecember 7December 7One Day
    Tree Lighting @ Sunday RiverDecember 7December 7One Day
    Santa Sunday @ Sunday RiverDecember 8December 8One Day
    Business After Hours @ SaddlebackDecember 11December 11One Day
    Lost Valley Opening DayDecember 13December 13One Day
    Warren Miller 75 @ Caribou Inn & Convention CenterDecember 13December 13One Day
    Mountain Holly Days @ Downtown RangeleyDecember 13December 15Three Days
    Winterfest Weekend @ Sunday RiverDecember 13December 15Three Days
    Hill Climb @ Black MountainDecember 14December 14One Day

    Thank You!

    With Thanksgiving being yesterday, the season of being thankful isn’t quite over and I want to thank everyone who reads our emails, follows us on our social media accounts, purchased merchandise, or told friends and family about us. Our supporters are the best, and you’re all the best skiers on the mountain!

    Think snow, and I’ll see you out there!
    – Keegan

    Black Friday Savings Up To 25% Off:

    For those getting ready for Christmas, or just ready to rock some Mainely Skiing Items around the lodge, head over to our online shop for some special savings! Our biggest sale of the year is going on now through Sunday, December 1. Enjoy savings of up to 25% off and stay tuned for special deals happening throughout the weekend! Hurry, sale ends soon!

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    Saddleback Pub Reopens:

    The Pub at Saddleback has reopened today for the season with an updated menu. Check out the hours and view the menu by clicking the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Downeast Ski Club Ski Sale & Expo:

    The Downeast Ski Club Ski Sale and Winter Expo is happening in the Portland Expo Building on Saturday, November 30. Doors open at 8:00am and it runs to 3:00pm. Learn more by clicking the link below.

    downeastskiclub.com

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    Glade Maintenance Day at Black Mountain:

    Now’s your chance to help the Angry Beavers of the Woods with the Glade Maintenance Day happening on Saturday, November 30, from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Expect to work with various projects for the final push to be ready for the ski season. Learn more below.

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    Locals Week at Sugarloaf:

    Do you live in the following towns? Do you want to ski Sugarloaf for free on Monday, Dec 2 to Friday, Dec 6? If yes, check out Sugarloaf’s Locals Week, happening next week. Learn more by clicking the link below.

    Eligible Towns
    AvonFreemanRangeley
    Carrabassett ValleyKingfieldSalem
    Coplin PlantationLangtown PlantationStratton
    Dallas PlantationNew PortlandStrong
    EustisNew VineyardWilton
    FarmingtonPhillipsWyman Plantation

    sugarloaf.com

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    Christmas Vacation Week:

    Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.

    mainelyskiing.com

    NEW Mainely Skiing Blog:

    Check out the latest thing from Mainely Skiing, the official Mainely Skiing Blog. Make sure to bookmark the page as we will be posting periodically with updates around Maine recreation, resort news, trip reports, and more! Check out the page below.

    mainelyskiing.com/blog

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    Holiday Auction at Titcomb:

    Join the friendly people from Titcomb Mountain in Farmington at the Elk’s Lodge for their annual Holiday Auction on Friday, December 6. Starting at 5pm, a $10 cover charge gets you access to appetizers and a drink coupon. Learn more by clicking the link below.

    facebook.com

    Season Pass Sale:

    All of the resorts have their 2024-25 season passes available for purchase. If you want the best deal with the best perks, you need to purchase now. Plus, look to see if purchasing a pass means you can ski the rest of this season with it! For all the pass info and pricing, click the link below.

    mainelyskiing.com

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    Opening Days:

    With the days getting shorter and the new month in the calendar, everyone is thinking about getting back on snow. For some, that was yesterday, for most, it will be either later in this month or in December. Keep an eye on these opening dates:

    mainelyskiing.com/resort-status

    Mountain NameOpening Date
    Saddleback MountainDecember 6
    SugarloafNovember 23
    Pleasant MountainDecember 6
    Black Mountain of MaineDecember 26
    Big RockNot Announced
    Camden Snow BowlDecember 21
    Mt. AbramDecember 20
    Big Moose MountainDecember 20
    Lost ValleyDecember 13
    Hermon MountainDecember 20
    Titcomb MountainNot Announced

    Statewide Lift Construction:

    Across the state, there are three mountains that are installing chairlifts. Pleasant Mountain is installing a refurbished Doppelmayr High-Speed Quad, BigRock Mountain is installing a new Doppelmayr Quad, and Lost Valley is installing a used Hall Double Chair.

    Please Note: Due to lift construction, hiking at Pleasant Mountain is currently prohibited.

    Pleasant Mountain:

    As of Mon, November 18

    On Monday, Pleasant Mountain shared a photo to Facebook showing the progress on their new race building, but also showed the work being done on the lower terminal. This is really starting to look like a lift!

    BigRock Mountain:

    As of Mon, October 21

    On Monday, BigRock posted some photos of their new chair getting a load test with boxes filled with water to simulate people. You can also see some technicians from Doppelmayr working on the programming side of the new Doppelmayr Connect system.

    Lost Valley:

    As of Fri, November 22

    On Friday, Lost Valley posted a photo showing the final concrete poor of the season, the bottom terminal.

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    Featured Events Page:

    Check out the latest page on the website: Featured Events. This is a page where we share the big events happening at Maine ski areas that you don’t want to miss! Check it out below:

    mainelyskiing.com/featured-events

    Skier Services:

    Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.

    mainelyskiing.com

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    Mainely Skiing Gear Guide:

    Start preparing for next season by stocking up on the best gear! Pro tip: Search around your local shops for amazing deals on winter appeal during the summer.

    mainelysking.com/gear-guide

    Webcams:

    Keep an eye on your favorite mountain with their webcams. With multiple cameras, you’re guaranteed to get the best view. Watching the sunset? you can go back in time if you missed the best part. Check them out. by clicking the link below!

    saddlebackmaine.com

    sugarloaf.com

    sundayriver.com

    Last Chair:

    With the cold temps we had this week, snowmaking crews were able to crank out that white gold, getting us closer to the next round of opening dates, Saddleback (12/6) and Pleasant Mountain (12/6). Keep an eye on our Resort Status page to be the first to know about opening and snowmaking information.

    Weather:

    We’re waking up to new snow across the state! Sugarloaf just posted a total of 14 inches, and more resorts are waking up to . Keep an eye on the Mountain Lift Status page as new snow with cold snowmaking weather means new lifts and new terrain!

    Day:Friday:Saturday: Sunday:
    High:31°   29°   27° 
    Low:24°   21° 19°
    Based out of Rangeley

    Time to ski off that turkey!

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (May 19, 2023)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Summer Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the summer activities in or around the Rangeley Area!

    Sugarloaf Golf Course Opening Date:

    Join fellow Sugarloafers on the course for the Sugarloaf Golf Course opening day. The course opens May 26 and will be open for the season. For more info and to book your tee time, click the link below.

    sugarloaf.com

    Upcoming Events:

    Make sure to add these events to your calendar to keep yourself up to date with the local happenings. Of course, you can always visit our events page, which is constantly getting updated so you can know about the event before anyone else! Click here

    Event Name:Start Date:End Date:Occurrence:
    Sugarloaf Golf Course Opening DayMay 26May 26One Day
    Memorial Day WeekendMay 27May 29Three Days
    5th Annual Rangeley Birding FestivalJune 9June 11Three Days
    Saddleback Bike Park Now OpenJune 15June 15One Day
    Sunday River Tough Mountain ChallengeJune 22June 22One Day
    42nd Annual Sugarloaf Ski Club Classic Golf TournamentJune 23June 23One Day
    Sunday River Mini Mountain ChallengeJune 23June 23One Day
    12/OC Band @ SaddlebackJuly 5July 5One Day
    Xterra Trail Run World Championships @ SugarloafOctober 1October 1One Day
    Oktoberfest 2023 @ SaddlebackOctober 7October 7One Day

    Summer Activities:

    Check out the latest on the Summer Activities page on our website. This page gives access to all the incredible activities you can do in the mountains of Maine. From mountain biking, to hiking, swimming, and golfing, there is something for everyone. Check it out on the home page or by clicking the link below.

    mainelyskiing.com

    BIG News From Sunday River:

    Just announced – Two new lifts will be taking skiers and riders up the mountains of Sunday River. A new Merrill Hill Triple will access the back side of the mountain and add to the Real Estate options and ski-in, and ski-out house lots. Also, the most highly anticipated announcement, a brand new, Doppelmayr High-Speed, 6-Person Bubble chair will replace the Barker Mountain Express. Both lift upgrades are expected to open for the 2023-2024 ski season. For the latest on the Sunday River 2030 project, click the link below.

    sundayriver.com

    Saddleback Webcams:

    Have you visited the Saddleback Webcams? With three cameras scattered across the mountain, you’re guaranteed to get the best sunset. You could go back in time if you missed the best part. Click the link below to see last night’s sunset!

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Last Chair:

    This past week was on the chilly side with some low temps dropping below the freezing mark. Let’s hope that warm weather is back on the horizon.

    Weather:

    It’s looking like another great weekend to get outside and enjoy why we all call this state home. Just remember to pack some bug spray… You’ll thank me later!

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:65 65 75
    Low:49 55 43
    Based out of Rangeley

    Rain, rain go away!

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (January 27, 2023)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Mountain Report:

    Mountain NameTrails OpenPercent Open
    Saddleback52 / 6876%
    Sugarloaf132 / 16281%
    Sunday River120 / 13986%
    Pleasant Mountain33 / 4770%

    Trail of the Day: Broccoli Garden Glade (Sugarloaf)

    Upcoming Events:

    Make sure to add these events to your calendar to keep yourself up to date with the local happenings. Of course, you can always visit our events page, which is constantly getting updated so you can know about the event before anyone else! Click here

    Event Name:Start Date:End Date:Occurrence:
    Lollipop Races @ SaddlebackJanuary 1April 2Every Sunday
    Sugarloaf Charity SummitJanuary 28January 28One Day
    8th. Annual Rangeley Fat Bike Loppet @ RLTCJanuary 29January 29One Day
    Fire On The MountainFebruary 3February 5Three Days
    Homeschool Day @ Titcomb MountainFebruary 16February 16One Day
    President’s Week @ Sunday RiverFebruary 17February 2610 Days
    8th. Annual WinterpalozaFebruary 19February 19One Day

    Sugarloaf Charity Summit:

    Join Sugarloaf’s fundraising effort to raise a mountain of money to fight cancer AND help them towards their goal of covering 2,000,000 vertical feet! There’s still time to register. For more information about this event, click the link below

    sugarloafcharitysummit.org

    Lollipop Race:

    Calling all kids 12 and under, Every Sunday at Saddleback, the Rangeley Alpine Ski Club will be co-hosting this event with the Saddleback Ski School. From 1-2, the gates will be open for racing followed by awards on the deck. contact the Ski School desk to sign up. The race takes place on skiers right of Royal Tiger, just below the Rangeley Chair. For more information, see the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Maine

    Saddleback Webcams:

    Have you visited the Saddleback Webcams? With three cameras scattered across the mountain, you’re guaranteed to get the best sunset. You could go back in time if you missed the best part. Click the link below to see last night’s sunset!

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Base Webcam looking out over the base area and onto the mountain (taken 1/27/23 @ 10:30am)

    Last Chair:

    Hip, hip, hooray, we had a few pow days! Thanks to Mother Nature giving us back-to-back snow storms. The heavy, wet snow, is awesome for base building so we should be skiing well into April! If you’re ripping it up on the slopes this winter, make sure to tag us on Twitter (@mainelyskiing) and we’ll repost!

    Weather:

    We have the chance to see some significant snow totals next Wednesday, February 1. Make sure to do those snow dances, wear your clothes inside out, or whatever you do to get good luck. #WinterIsntOver

    Make sure to check out the Mountain Lift Status, as new lifts will be opening daily. Click the link below for more.

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:25 32 32
    Low:15 19 11
    Based out of Rangeley

    See you on the hill!

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (January 20, 2023)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Mountain Report:

    Mountain NameTrails OpenPrecent Open
    Saddleback68 / 68100%
    Sugarloaf125 / 16277%
    Sunday River100 / 13972%
    Pleasant Mountain22 / 4747%

    Trail of the Day: T2 (Sunday River)

    Upcoming Events:

    Make sure to add these events to your calendar to keep yourself up to date with the local happenings. Of course, you can always visit our events page which is constantly getting updated so you can know about the event before anyone else! Click here

    Event Name:Start Date:End Date:Occurrence:
    Lollipop Races @ SaddlebackJanuary 1April 2Every Sunday
    Senior Week @ Sunday RiverJanuary 23January 27Five Days
    Sugarloaf Charity SummitJanuary 28January 28One Day
    8th. Annual Rangeley Fat Bike Loppet @ RLTCJanuary 29January 29One Day
    Fire On The MountainFebruary 3February 5Three Days
    Homeschool Day @ Titcomb MountainFebruary 16February 16One Day
    President’s Week @ Sunday RiverFebruary 17February 2610 Days
    8th. Annual WinterpalozaFebruary 19February 19One Day

    Lollipop Race:

    Calling all kids 12 and under, Every Sunday at Saddleback, the Rangeley Alpine Ski Club will be co-hosting this event with the Saddleback Ski School. From 1-2, the gates will be open for racing followed by awards on the deck. contact the Ski School desk to sign up. The race takes place on skiers right of Royal Tiger, just below the Rangeley Chair. For more information, see the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Maine

    Saddleback Webcams:

    Have you visited the Saddleback Webcams? With three cameras scattered across the mountain, you’re guaranteed to get the best sunset. You could go back in time if you missed the best part. While you can catch some pretty amazing sunsets, you also are able to watch crews working. This past week, they strung the haul rope and the aXess gates are installed. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Base Webcam looking out over the mountain. (taken 1/6/23 @ 9:09am)

    Last Chair:

    Hooray for powder! We have back-to-back storms coming our way next week. Stay tuned for snow totals and trail openings as it gets deeper! If you’re ripping it up on the slopes this winter, make sure to tag us on Twitter (@mainelyskiing) and we’ll repost!

    Weather:

    With the Jet Stream doing some wacky things, it might be possible to see some crazy storms and snow totals. Keep doing those snow dnaces, Mainely Skiers!

    Make sure to check out the Mountain Lift Status as new lifts wil be opening daily. Click the link below for more.

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:26 26 28
    Low:11 10 23
    Based out of Rangeley

    Tips up!

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (May 13, 2022)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Summer Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the summer activities in or around the Rangeley Area!

    Photo: Peter Williams

    Summer Activities:

    Now that all the Maine ski resorts are closed, it’s time to start thinking about summer. After all, the Maine Warden Service declared official ice-out on Rangeley Lake on May 5, at 5:00am. Here at Mainely Skiing, we have your summer bucket list all ready to go and we’re confident you will have a great off-season. Click the link below to read all the various summer activities available in the greater Rangeley area.

    mainelyskiing.com

    Sugarloaf Marathon:

    Strap on those running shoes and gear up for the annual Sugarloaf Marathon. For all the information including where the race will start/end, how and/or where to pick up your numbered bib, and times for the event, click the link below.

    sugarloaf.com

    Photo: Sugarloaf

    Calendar Adds:

    Make sure to add these events to your calendar so you’re always kept up to date with the local happenings.

    Event Name:Start Date:End Date:Occurrence:
    Saddleback Pub Reopens for SummerMay 27
    Friday Fire and Marshmallow RoastMay 27August 26Every Friday
    Free Kids Bike Group TripJune 2September 1Every Thursday
    Morning Flow YogaJune 4August 27Every Saturday
    CRNEMBA Trail Work DaysJune 4June 5Two Days
    Hatha YogaJune 5August 28Every Sunday

    Tough Mountain Challenge:

    While Sunday River’s Tough Mountain Challenge is in July, it’s not too early to sign up! Prices increase on May 31st so get after it! For more information and to learn how to register, click the link below.

    sundayriver.com

    Saddleback Webcams:

    Have you visited the Saddleback Webcams? With three cameras scattered across the mountain, you’re guaranteed to get the best sunset. Plus, you can go back in time if you missed the best part. Thankfully, I was lucky enough to catch the following photo. Visit the link below and get your Saddleback Sunset Fix!

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: 5/10/2022 @ 7:45 PM

    Quill Hill:

    Have you ever wanted a 360-degree view of a sunset in the Western Maine mountains? Take a trip up to the summit of Quill Hill. With picnic tables at the top, even lunch up there is spectacular! For more information, click on their website!

    quillhillmaine.com

    Photo: Kyle Haley

    Saddleback Mountain Biking:

    Last summer, Saddleback opened up its own mountain biking trails on the mountain. This summer they are back with lift-serviced downhill mountain biking accessed via the South Branch Quad. Saddleback officials say they expect the lift to start spinning around late July. For more information, click the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Weather:

    What a nice week to be outside in Maine. Myself and many others rocked t-shirts this week. In fact, I might have to take a dip in Rangeley Lake! Friday, the nice weather will continue, however, Saturday and Sunday look like possible thunderstorms.

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:84 86 71
    Low:55 58 56
    Based out of Rangeley

    Thanks for the beautiful weather, Mother Nature!

    -Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (April 29, 2022)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    And… That’s It:

    As much as we love skiing, all good things must come to an end. Don’t worry though, there’s always next season to shred the powder! We really did have a great ski season for the 2021/22 ski season. Don’t worry though, many resorts will be doing summer concerts, mountain biking, scenic lift rides, etc. We will start filling our calendars as soon as the events get scheduled!

    Photo: Images by Peter Williams

    Mountain Report:

    Saddleback: 0 / 67 Trails Open

    Sugarloaf: 53 / 162 Trails Open

    Sunday River: 0 / 135 Trails Open

    Trail of the Day: Kings Landing (Sugarloaf)

    Last Chair:

    Thank you for a great season! Get ready for an awesome summer!

    Weather:

    The final winter weather report for the ski season. Get up to sugarloaf and get those sweet corn turns! Lifts stop on May 1. Also, check out the lift status by clicking the link below!

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:41 47 59
    Low:32 32 33
    Based out of Rangeley

    Enjoy Sugarloaf’s last day (Sunday)

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (April 22, 2022)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Projected Closing:

    As much as we love skiing, all good things must come to an end. Don’t worry though, there’s always next season to shred the powder! Below you will find the mountains projected closing dates:

    Saddleback: April 16th.

    Sugarloaf: May 1st. (Estimate)

    Sunday River: April 24th.

    Mountain Report:

    Saddleback: 0 / 67 Trails Open

    Sugarloaf: 73 / 162 Trails Open

    Sunday River: 32 / 135 Trails Open

    Trail of the Day: Tote Road (Sugarloaf)

    Last Chair:

    Mud Season is upon us! Whether we want it or not, it’s right around the corner. Please drive with caution when on dirt roads as spring conditions can make travel unsafe.

    Weather:

    We’ve really been having some strange weather events this early in the spring. To see the upcomming forecast to plan out your next spring ski trip, click here Weather Channel. Also, check out the lift status by clicking the link below!

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:45 49 52
    Low:25 26 33
    Based out of Rangeley

    Enjoy Sunday River’s last day (Sunday)

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (April 1, 2022)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Welcome to April:

    Happy April! Personally, I’m hoping we have a snowy april. The whole “April showers bring May flowers” thing needs to chill out… unless we’re talking snow showers! See the upcoming weather below.

    Shawnee Peak:

    This weekend is the final weekend for lift-served downhill skiing and riding at Shawnee Peak. Come out and ski in style. They have full snow cover on almost all their trails. Go and ski out the end of the 2021/22 ski season. Learn more below.

    shawneepeak.com

    Photo: Shawnee Peak

    Spring Fest Weekend:

    Join Sunday River for their end-of-season party. This event brings the beach to the mountains – a.k.a. the best of both worlds. Great food, music, and good times are to be had this weekend at the rivah!

    Friday (April 1)Saturday (April 2)Sunday (April 3)
    The Doug Morgan Experience
    @ Shipyard Brew Haus (12-4)    		Lee Ross
    @ Stage at White Cap Base
    (1:30-3:30)    		Ray Card and the Castaways
    @ Shipyard Brew Haus
    (12-4)
    These Wild Plains
    @ Stage at White Cap Base
    (4-6)

    See the full schedule by clicking the link below.

    sundayriver.com

    Photo: Sunday River

    Cardboard Box Race:

    Join Saddleback this Saturday for the annual Cardboard Box Race. Tropical Luau is the theme! Prizes for the most creative on-theme box! Learn more below.

    Timeline:

    • Free registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Guest Services Desk across from the ticket office.
    • The race starts at 12 p.m. on the Wheeler Slope.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Jordan 8:

    Construction for the new Jordan 8 at Sunday River started this week – well, Monday to be exact. Along with the new lift, the construction also provides a redesign to the trail Kansas Trail. Learn all about the construction, click the link below to read the blog post.

    sundayriver.com

    Photo: Sunday River

    Lollipop Race:

    Calling all kids 12 and under, Every Sunday at Saddleback, the Rangeley Alpine Ski Club will be co-hosting this event with the Saddleback Ski School. From 1-2, the gates will be open for racing followed by awards on the deck. contact the Ski School desk to sign up. The race takes place on skiers right of Royal Tiger, just below the Rangeley Chair. For more information, see the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Maine

    Mountain Report:

    Saddleback: 44 / 67 Trails Open

    Sugarloaf: 73 / 162 Trails Open

    Sunday River: 72 / 135 Trails Open

    Trail of the Day: Kings Landing (Sugarloaf)

    Last Chair:

    Mud Season is upon us! Whether we want it or not, it’s right around the corner. Please drive with caution when on dirt roads as spring conditions can make travel unsafe. Also, just a reminder, if the road gets muddy and unpassable, turn around – It’s not worth destroying a road and making it worse.

    Weather:

    We’ve really been having some strange weather events this early in the spring. Just hoping we can ski until late April! To make sure, check with the extended forecast via the Weather Channel. Also, check out the lift status by clicking the link below!

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:42 39 42
    Low:22 25 27
    Based out of Rangeley

    Think snow!

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (March 25, 2022)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Photo: SnowPak

    Jordan Lift Final Send-Off:

    Join us at Jordan Bowl at Sunday River this weekend for the Jordan Express Lift’s final days.

    • Lift line dancing with bumpin’ music.
    • Sign your name on the good-bye board at the base.
    • Pick up an exclusive Jordan sticker.
    • Head up to Slider’s deck for food and drinks featuring last chair specials.

    Please note, spring operations are different than prior seasons to make way for the Jordan 8 construction. More details are available on their Spring Operations Schedule. Linked below!

    sundayriver.com

    Photo: Sunday River

    Fun In Downtown Rangeley:

    Winter Fun in Downtown Rangeley continues Saturday night from 5-7pm on Main Street, Rangeley. This event is free to everyone and is being put on by our friends at Morton and Furbish. There will be horse-drawn wagon rides, a bonfire at Haley Pond Park, free ice skating on Haley Pond, and hot cocoa. More info here

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Season Passes:

    Saddleback Season Passes are now on sale! This year, they have a wide range of discounts and special perks exclusive to season pass holders! To see the full lineup of savings and to purchase your pass, click the link below! Don’t wait until next season, get your pass today!

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Maine

    Lollipop Race:

    Calling all kids 12 and under, Every Sunday at Saddleback, the Rangeley Alpine Ski Club will be co-hosting this event with the Saddleback Ski School. From 1-2, the gates will be open for racing followed by awards on the deck. contact the Ski School desk to sign up. The race takes place on skiers right of Royal Tiger, just below the Rangeley Chair. For more information, see the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Maine

    Mountain Report:

    Saddleback: 40 / 67 Trails Open

    Sugarloaf: 69 / 162 Trails Open

    Sunday River: 89 / 135 Trails Open

    Trail of the Day: Royal Coachman (Saddleback)

    Last Chair:

    This past week wasn’t one for the books. Instead, it brought some ra*n, hot sun, and very warm temps – not good if you’re in the ski industry. Think snow and we will get snow!

    Weather:

    What a week! These temps and conditions can knock it off for a few more weekends so we can enjoy the last bit of skiing! See what’s ahead below! Also, check out the lift status by clicking the link below!

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:42 41 38
    Low:32 29 14
    Based out of Rangeley

    Enjoy it!

    – Keegan

  • Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (February 18, 2022)

    Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!

    Thank a Ski Patroller!

    February Vacation:

    February Vacation starts this weekend. Running from February 19 to the 27th. Try spending a week at your favorite ski resort or, try a new one! There are many different small resorts that would love to see you there! Whatever you plan on doing, make sure to tag us on Instagram and Twitter, @mainely.skiing

    $49 Ski Days:

    Who doesn’t love a family ski day? L.L. Bean has partnered with various Maine mountain resorts to offer discounted lift tickets. Saddleback is offering $49 Lift Ticket Thursdays, happening every Thursday now until March 24th. For more information, click here

    saddlebackmaine.com

    L.L.Bean (@LLBean) / Twitter
    Photo: L.L. Bean

    Big Rock:

    Big Rock ski area is a small, family-friendly mountain located in Mars Hill. If you’ve ever skied there, you know the lift system is one like Saddleback before it closed. The main lift up the mountain is a double chair which is slow. The lifts around the base area have higher capacity than their own main lift up the mountain. Help the people of Mars Hill grow their mountain and bring it up to current lift standards. To learn more about their efforts and to donate, click the link below.

    bigrockmaine.com

    parent and child riding chairlift
    Photo: Big Rock Proposed Gemini Quad

    Lollipop Race:

    Calling all kids 12 and under, Every Sunday at Saddleback, the Rangeley Alpine Ski Club will be co-hosting this event with the Saddleback Ski School. From 1-2, the gates will be open for racing followed by awards on the deck. contact the Ski School desk to sign up. The race takes place on skiers right of Royal Tiger, just below the Rangeley Chair. For more information, see the link below.

    saddlebackmaine.com

    Photo: Saddleback Maine

    Mountain Report:

    Saddleback: 67 / 67 Trails Open

    Sugarloaf: 125 / 162 Trails Open

    Sunday River: 135 / 135 Trails Open

    Trail of the Day: Red Devil (Saddleback)

    Last Chair:

    What a storm. Pair these incredible conditions with last week’s big storm and we are in for another killer weekend on the slopes! Head out and enjoy a weekend of pow! Also, A HUGE thank you to Chris B. for dropping a follow and subscribing to our weekly emails. Sign up here.

    mainelyskiing.com

    Weather:

    Very interesting week to be skiing in Maine. This weekend’s extended forecast is below. Check out the lift status by clicking the link below!

    mainelyskiing.com

    Day:Friday:Saturday:Sunday:
    High:42 22 22
    Low:1 0 17
    Based out of Rangeley

    Enjoy February Break!

    -Keegan