Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Fall Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the Fall activities in or around the mountains of Maine.

Maine Foliage Report:

The Maine Foliage Report brought to you by MaineFoliage.com

AUGUSTA, Maine – The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) has released its final Foliage reportfor the season, indicating peak and past-peak conditions throughout most of Maine. As the weekend approaches, coastal areas are nearing peak color, with moderate leaf drop expected (70-100 percent) across the state.

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

“The entire state of Maine is ablaze with vibrant fall colors this weekend,” said Gale Ross, fall foliage spokesperson. “But along the coast, you’ll still find green oaks creating a striking contrast. I like to call this ‘Maines weekend’. With the holiday traffic behind us, it’s the perfect time to take a scenic drive, hike, or bike ride and enjoy the colors with fewer crowds. Even past peak remains beautifully colorful and photo-worthy.”

Ross added, “As we wrap up another stunning foliage season, thank you to everyone who loves and celebrates Maine in the fall. And remember, there’s still time to experience our seasonal beauty and enjoy fall-inspired events and activities!”

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!

Event Name:	Start Date:	End Date:	Occurrence:
Trails In The Valley @ Lost Valley	May 17	October 25	Every Friday
Scenic Fall Foliage Lift Rides @ Camden Snow Bowl	September 29	October 27	Every Sunday
Spaghetti Dinner @ Titcomb	October 20	October 20	One Day
Volunteer Work Day @ Big Moose	October 20	October 20	One Day
Volunteer Work Day @ Titcomb	October 20	October 20	One Day
Don’t Chicken Out Glade Work @ BMOM	October 26	October 26	One Day
Freeport Ski Swap & Sale @ Freeport High School	November 2	November 2	One Day
Job Fair @ Pleasant Mountain	November 2	November 2	One Day
Maine Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame Introduction Ceremony @ Sugarloaf	November 2	November 2	One Day
Ski Sale & Pancake Brunch @ Titcomb	November 2	November 2	One Day
Job Fair @ Pleasant Mountain	November 6	November 6	One Day
13th. Annual WinterKids License To Chill	November 7	November 7	One Day
59th Annual Ski Swap @ Lost Valley	November 10	November 10	One Day
Live Auction @ Black Mountain of Maine	November 16	November 16	One Day
Yarmouth Ski Club Ski Swap	November 16	November 16	One Day

Work Day & Spaghetti Dinner @ Titcomb

Head over to Titcomb Mountain in Farmington on Sunday for their annual Work Day, which is followed by a wonderful Spaghetti Dinner. Learn more and help out this great, small mountain by clicking the link below.

titcombmountain.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

Looking For A Rangeley Double Chair:

Hey Mainely Skiers! I’ve been looking for a chair from Saddleback’s Rangeley Double pretty much since they removed the lift in 2020. I would love to find one that matches the following description:

• Intact (Nothing was destroyed)
• Not altered in any way (looks like it could be put back on the line)
• Safety Bar is still functional on the chair

If you or someone you know is selling a chair, please email me using the email below. Thank you so much!! – Keegan

mainelyskiing@gmail.com

BigRock To Offer Wednesday Night Skiing:

For those who live in the area, BigRock recently announced they will be expanding their night skiing operations to now include Wednesday. They will be spinning lifts from 2pm-8pm every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Purchase your pass now!

mainelyskiing.com/season-passes

Exciting Information From Sugarloaf:

In a recent press release, Sugarloaf shared some exciting news surrounding their terrain parks, the West Moutain expansion, and more and we’re going to break it down for you!

Terrain Parks:

The Sugarloaf parks crew has been hard at work this summer relocating some terrain parks to the Whiffletree area, opening up 12 new acres of cruising terrain. The new parks are below.

– Skybound (S) – Located under the Whiffletree lift, this short and small terrain park is built for beginners learning how to ride.
– Jill Poke (S/M) – Just under the unloading area of the Whiffletree Quad, this park gets skiers and riders into the terrain park life with small and medium features.
– Cruiser (M) – Located on the Cruiser trail, this park features medium-sized features with jumps, rails, boxes, and more! Follow the terrain park crew to stay in the loop with any changes to this park!
– The Yard (M/L) – Located near the bottom of Whiffletree, this park changes quite frequently. 

West Mountain Expansion:

New snowmaking, the construction of a wind fence, and other improvements will now allow for all 12 of the new trails to be open and skiable this year. Sugarloaf says the improvements will “offer an unforgettable experience for winter enthusiasts of all ages.”

Base Area Info:

L.L. Bean is opening an outlet store where Life Is Good formerly was located, plus stay tuned for a new restaurant joining the Village Center scene.

See the updated Sugarloaf Mountain Guide by clicking the link below!

mainelyskiing.com/sugarloaf-guide

Work For Sugarloaf:

With the colder weather we’ve been having getting us thinking about the next season, find a job that doesn’t feel like a job. Sugarloaf is hiring in lots of departments. Head over to their website to see the full list and to apply – linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Work for Black Mountain:

Black Mountain is looking for a talented person to join their Ski School. The position, Ski School Admisistorator, is available for those who are organized, friendly, available on weekends, and have great communication skills. If you think you’re that person, reach out to them. See all the open positions below.

skiblackmountain.org

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 Tues, October 8

On Tuesday, Pleasant Mountain showed the bottom terminal is coming along with crews nearing the finish line with structural parts.

BigRock Mountain:

As of Fri, October 18

Today BigRock posted some photos showing off their brand new, beautiful Alpinstar Terminal. Earlier in the week, a video was posted showing the lift spinning and what looked to be all of the chairs on the line.

Lost Valley:

As of Thurs, October 17

On Thursday, Lost Valley posted some photos showing that the new lift’s top terminal support structure was in place and ready to go.

NEW 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

Win A Season Pass:

Maine Adaptive recently announced a referral sweepstakes where you could win a Silver New England Pass (Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Loon, NH). Now through October 30, 2024, new volunteers who are referred to complete a new volunteer application, and the volunteers who refer them, are in the running for a season pass! every referral gives you another entry into the sweepstakes! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support Maine Adaptive’s growth AND win big! Learn more by clicking the link below.

facebook.com

Summer Activities Page:

There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below! With everything from mountain biking to hiking, and everything in between.

mainelyskiing.com

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:

Take a peek at your mountain and see how it’s holding up throughout the summer by visiting your mountain’s 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!

Last Chair:

Thanks for the snow dances! Earlier in the week, Saddleback and Sugarloaf got some snow in the range of 3-6 inches! Ski Season is closer than it seems! Keep an eye on our Resort Status page as snowmaking is upon us.

Weather:

It’s looking like this weekend will be one of the final “good” weekends to do stuff outside that isn’t skiing. Maybe you’re headed to Farmington to work at Titcomb, you’ll be out there with sunny skies and positive vibes. Find the countdown to ski season on our Mountain Lift Status page.

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	57°	63°	61°
Low:	32°	39°	42°

Thankful for the sun!

– Keegan

Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Fall Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the Fall activities in or around the mountains of Maine.

Maine Foliage Report:

The Maine Foliage Report brought to you by MaineFoliage.com

AUGUSTA, Maine – The Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry’s (DACF) Foliage Report for October 9 to October 14 indicates moderate to high color change (50 to 70 percent) throughout most of the state. Maine Forest Rangers in northern Maine have reported past peak conditions, with moderate leaf drop. The colors have progressed from north to south. Coastal and southern Maine will reach peak conditions mid-October.

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

“It’s the perfect time to experience the colors of autumn this long holiday weekend, not only in the trees and forest canopies but also in the blueberry barrens in Downeast Maine, which are ablaze with color. Maine has more than 60,000 acres of wild blueberry fields; thats a lot of beautiful, breathtaking colors to behold! While were enjoying the beautiful fall weather, lets hope for the best for all those affected by hurricanes,” said Gale Ross, fall foliage spokesperson.

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!

Event Name:	Start Date:	End Date:	Occurrence:
Trails In The Valley @ Lost Valley	May 17	October 25	Every Friday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day
Saddleback Lift Serviced Downhill Mountain Biking	July 12	October 14	Friday-Sunday
Scenic Fall Foliage Lift Rides @ Camden Snow Bowl	September 29	October 27	Every Sunday
Swig & Swing @ Sugarloaf Golf Course	October 11	October 11	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming	October 11	October 13	Three Days
North American Wife Carrying Championship @ Sunday River	October 12	October 12	One Day
Sunday River Fall Fest	October 12	October 13	Two Days
40th. Annual Blue Mountain Crafts Fair @ Sunday River	October 12	October 13	Two Days
Spaghetti Dinner @ Titcomb	October 20	October 20	One Day
Volunteer Work Day @ Big Moose	October 20	October 20	One Day
Volunteer Work Day @ Titcomb	October 20	October 20	One Day
Don’t Chicken Out Glade Work @ BMOM	October 26	October 26	One Day

Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend:

Welcome Home, Sugarloafers! Celebrate the change of seasons with fellow Sugarloafers during Homecoming Weekend, October 11. through the 13th. Don’t miss signature events like the Swig and Swing, Live Music, Uphill Climb, and Scenic Lift Rides. See the full event rundown by clicking the link below.

mainelyskiing.com/homecoming

Fall Festival at Sunday River:

Celebrate the arrival of fall in the mountains with Sunday River’s Fall Festival, happening Saturday, October 12, to the 13th. With classic events like the North American Wife Carrying Championship, Sunday River Sports Sale, Scenic Lift Rides, and more, it’s worth the trip!

mainelyskiing.com/fall-festival

Looking For A Rangeley Double Chair:

Hey Mainely Skiers! I’ve been looking for a chair from Saddleback’s Rangeley Double pretty much since they removed the lift in 2020. I would love to find one that matches the following description:

• Intact (Nothing was destroyed)
• Not altered in any way (looks like it could be put back on the line)
• Safety Bar is still functional on the chair

If you or someone you know is selling a chair, please email me using the email below. Thank you so much!! – Keegan

mainelyskiing@gmail.com

BigRock To Offer Wednesday Night Skiing:

For those who live in the area, BigRock recently announced they will be expanding their night skiing operations to now include Wednesday. They will be spinning lifts from 2pm-8pm every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Purchase your pass now!

mainelyskiing.com/season-passes

Testing Complete:

Sunday River fired up their snow guns at the top of Jordan early Wednesday Morning. It won’t be long now and they say their crews are watching the weather.

sundayriver.com/mountain-report

Exciting Information From Sugarloaf:

In a recent press release, Sugarloaf shared some exciting news surrounding their terrain parks, the West Moutain expansion, and more and we’re going to break it down for you!

Terrain Parks:

The Sugarloaf parks crew has been hard at work this summer relocating some terrain parks to the Whiffletree area, opening up 12 new acres of cruising terrain. The new parks are below.

– Skybound (S) – Located under the Whiffletree lift, this short and small terrain park is built for beginners learning how to ride.
– Jill Poke (S/M) – Just under the unloading area of the Whiffletree Quad, this park gets skiers and riders into the terrain park life with small and medium features.
– Cruiser (M) – Located on the Cruiser trail, this park features medium-sized features with jumps, rails, boxes, and more! Follow the terrain park crew to stay in the loop with any changes to this park!
– The Yard (M/L) – Located near the bottom of Whiffletree, this park changes quite frequently. 

West Mountain Expansion:

New snowmaking, the construction of a wind fence, and other improvements will now allow for all 12 of the new trails to be open and skiable this year. Sugarloaf says the improvements will “offer an unforgettable experience for winter enthusiasts of all ages.”

Base Area Info:

L.L. Bean is opening an outlet store where Life Is Good formerly was located, plus stay tuned for a new restaurant joining the Village Center scene.

See the updated Sugarloaf Mountain Guide by clicking the link below!

mainelyskiing.com/sugarloaf-guide

New Snowmaking at BigRock:

Yesterday, BigRock posted some photos to Facebook of new snowmaking equipment. The new guns will quadruple the snowmaking output. These guns are completely automated which means they’ll be making the highest quality snow in all types of weather conditions. See the post below.

facebook.com

Work For Sugarloaf:

With the colder weather we’ve been having getting us thinking about the next season, find a job that doesn’t feel like a job. Sugarloaf is hiring in lots of departments. Head over to their website to see the full list and to apply – linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Work for Black Mountain:

Black Mountain is looking for a talented person to join their Ski School. The position, Ski School Admisistorator, is available for those who are organized, friendly, available on weekends, and have great communication skills. If you think you’re that person, reach out to them. See all the open positions below.

skiblackmountain.org

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 Tues, October 8

On Tuesday, Pleasant Mountain showed the bottom terminal is coming along with crews nearing the finish line with structural parts.

BigRock Mountain:

As of Tues, October 8

On Tuesday, BigRock got some chairs hung on the line and the grading at the top is complete. Next steps for the mountain will be getting the electric motor wired, tested, and ready for skiers!

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, September 25

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted a photo to Facebook showing the final concrete footing being poured on this incredibly steep lift.

NEW 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

Win A Season Pass:

Maine Adaptive recently announced a referral sweepstakes where you could win a Silver New England Pass (Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Loon, NH). Now through October 30, 2024, new volunteers who are referred to complete a new volunteer application, and the volunteers who refer them, are in the running for a season pass! every referral gives you another entry into the sweepstakes! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support Maine Adaptive’s growth AND win big! Learn more by clicking the link below.

facebook.com

Summer Activities Page:

There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below! With everything from mountain biking to hiking, and everything in between.

mainelyskiing.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

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:

Take a peek at your mountain and see how it’s holding up throughout the summer by visiting your mountain’s 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!

Last Chair:

Saddleback and Sugarloaf experienced their first snow of the 2024-25 ski season after a dusting showed up on Wednesday. Keep those snow dances, Mainely Skiers! Ski Season is closer than it seems! Keep an eye on our Resort Status page as snowmaking is upon us.

Weather:

Those low temperatures are dropping fast and it won’t be too much longer until the passionate crews of snowmakers are firing up the guns! Find the countdown to ski season on our Mountain Lift Status page.

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	52°	51°	48°
Low:	40°	36°	33°

Dress for the cool weekend!

– Keegan

Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Fall Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the Fall activities in or around the mountains of Maine.

Maine Foliage Report:

The Maine Foliage Report brought to you by MaineFoliage.com

AUGUSTA, Maine – The fourth 2024 Fall Foliage Report from the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) indicates low to high color change (less than 70 percent) throughout most of the state. As of October 2, the DACF Maine Forest Rangers report peak color conditions (70-100 percent) in northern and northeastern Maine, with moderate to low leaf drop (30-50 percent).

Fall colors across the state progress from north to south through mid-October. Coastal Maine typically reaches peak color during mid to late October.

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

“While we are seeing peak conditions in northern Maine and high color in portions of the western mountains, colors are still emerging daily in central and coastal regions of the state,” said Gale Ross, fall foliage spokesperson. Weather going forward includes seasonal day and cooler nighttime temperatures without a killing frost, which brings about the un-be-leaf-able colors of Maine as it sheds its autumn glory in the next few weeks.

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!

Event Name:	Start Date:	End Date:	Occurrence:
Trails In The Valley @ Lost Valley	May 17	October 25	Every Friday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day
Saddleback Lift Serviced Downhill Mountain Biking	July 12	October 14	Friday-Sunday
Scenic Fall Foliage Lift Rides @ Camden Snow Bowl	September 29	October 27	Every Sunday
Saddleback Oktoberfest	October 5	October 5	One Day
Ruff Mountain @ Sunday River	October 5	October 6	Two Days
Inaugural Sunday River Passholder Championship @ Sunday River Golf Course	October 10	October 10	One Day
Swig & Swing @ Sugarloaf Golf Course	October 11	October 11	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming	October 11	October 13	Three Days
North American Wife Carrying Championship @ Sunday River	October 12	October 12	One Day
Sunday River Fall Fest	October 12	October 13	Two Days
40th. Annual Blue Mountain Crafts Fair @ Sunday River	October 12	October 13	Two Days

Saddleback’s Oktoberfest:

Saddleback’s Oktoberfest is happening on Saturday, October 5. They will be offering scenic lift rides, live music, vendors, and lots of other activities happening throughout the day. Please note: your ticket to the festival does not allow for lift rides. See the full event calendar on our website.

mainelyskiing.com/oktoberfest

Weekend Only Sale:

This weekend only, (10/4 – 10/6) you can snag a Mainely Skiing Yeti for $40.00! Take advantage of these savings and prepare for a full ski season of hot coffee by purchasing one today!

mainelyskiing.com/merchandise

Looking For A Rangeley Double Chair:

Hey Mainely Skiers! I’ve been looking for a chair from Saddleback’s Rangeley Double pretty much since they removed the lift in 2020. I would love to find one that matches the following description:

• Intact (Nothing was destroyed)
• Not altered in any way (looks like it could be put back on the line)
• Safety Bar is still functional on the chair

If you or someone you know is selling a chair, please email me using the email below. Thank you so much!! – Keegan

mainelyskiing@gmail.com

BigRock To Offer Wednesday Night Skiing:

For those who live in the area, BigRock recently announced they will be expanding their night skiing operations to now include Wednesday. They will be spinning lifts from 2pm-8pm every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Purchase your pass now!

mainelyskiing.com/season-passes

Exciting Information From Sugarloaf:

In a recent press release, Sugarloaf shared some exciting news surrounding their terrain parks, the West Moutain expansion, and more and we’re going to break it down for you!

Terrain Parks:

The Sugarloaf parks crew has been hard at work this summer relocating some terrain parks to the Whiffletree area, opening up 12 new acres of cruising terrain. The new parks are below.

– Skybound (S) – Located under the Whiffletree lift, this short and small terrain park is built for beginners learning how to ride.
– Jill Poke (S/M) – Just under the unloading area of the Whiffletree Quad, this park gets skiers and riders into the terrain park life with small and medium features.
– Cruiser (M) – Located on the Cruiser trail, this park features medium-sized features with jumps, rails, boxes, and more! Follow the terrain park crew to stay in the loop with any changes to this park!
– The Yard (M/L) – Located near the bottom of Whiffletree, this park changes quite frequently. 

West Mountain Expansion:

New snowmaking, the construction of a wind fence, and other improvements will now allow for all 12 of the new trails to be open and skiable this year. Sugarloaf says the improvements will “offer an unforgettable experience for winter enthusiasts of all ages.”

Base Area Info:

L.L. Bean is opening an outlet store where Life Is Good formerly was located, plus stay tuned for a new restaurant joining the Village Center scene.

See the updated Sugarloaf Mountain Guide by clicking the link below!

mainelyskiing.com/sugarloaf-guide

New Snowmaking at BigRock:

Yesterday, BigRock posted some photos to Facebook of new snowmaking equipment. The new guns will quadruple the snowmaking output. These guns are completely automated which means they’ll be making the highest quality snow in all types of weather conditions. See the post below.

facebook.com

Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend:

Welcome Home, Sugarloafers! Celebrate the change of seasons with fellow Sugarloafers during Homecoming Weekend, October 11. through the 13th. Don’t miss signature events like the Swig and Swing, Live Music, Uphill Climb, and Scenic Lift Rides. See the full event rundown by clicking the link below.

mainelyskiing.com/homecoming

Fall Festival at Sunday River:

Celebrate the arrival of fall in the mountains with Sunday River’s Fall Festival, happening Saturday, October 12, to the 13th. With classic events like the North American Wife Carrying Championship, Sunday River Sports Sale, Scenic Lift Rides, and more, it’s worth the trip!

mainelyskiing.com/fall-festival

Work For Sugarloaf:

With the colder weather we’ve been having getting us thinking about the next season, find a job that doesn’t feel like a job. Sugarloaf is hiring in lots of departments. Head over to their website to see the full list and to apply – linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Work for Black Mountain:

Black Mountain is looking for a talented person to join their Ski School. The position, Ski School Admisistorator, is available for those who are organized, friendly, available on weekends, and have great communication skills. If you think you’re that person, reach out to them. See all the open positions below.

skiblackmountain.org

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 Wed, September 25

On Wednesday, Pleasant Mountain shared a photo to Instagram showing the bottom terminal area. Currently, the bottom terminal loading carpet is installed and the towers are up. Note that steep climb out!

BigRock Mountain:

As of Wed, October 2

On Wednesday, BigRock tied a big knot, checking that item off their big “to-do” list. Next steps for the mountain include finishing the bottom terminal, hanging chairs, and firing up the snowmaking system!

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, September 25

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted a photo to Facebook showing the final concrete footing being poured on this incredibly steep lift.

NEW 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

Win A Season Pass:

Maine Adaptive recently announced a referral sweepstakes where you could win a Silver New England Pass (Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Loon, NH). Now through October 30, 2024, new volunteers who are referred to complete a new volunteer application, and the volunteers who refer them, are in the running for a season pass! every referral gives you another entry into the sweepstakes! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support Maine Adaptive’s growth AND win big! Learn more by clicking the link below.

facebook.com

Summer Activities Page:

There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below! With everything from mountain biking to hiking, and everything in between.

mainelyskiing.com

Season Pass Sale:

Many resorts have already made 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

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:

Take a peek at your mountain and see how it’s holding up throughout the summer by visiting your mountain’s 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!

Last Chair:

Oh my! Fall is here. From the colors of the leaves to the cool, crisp air, it’s only a matter of time before the annual snowmaking tests and then ski season kicks off. As more resorts start to share their targeted opening dates, click over to our Resort Status page to see the status on all of the Maine Mountains we cover!

Weather:

Wow! What a pop of color one week can bring! We’re crossing our fingers, toes, and skis(?) that the rain holds off on Saturday for the folks at Saddleback’s Oktoberfest. Find the countdown to ski season on our Mountain Lift Status page.

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	68°	59°	59°
Low:	43°	45°	41°

Here’s to a great weekend!

– Keegan

Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Fall Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the Fall activities in or around the mountains of Maine.

Maine Foliage Report:

The Maine Foliage Report brought to you by MaineFoliage.com

AUGUSTA, Maine – With the official arrival of autumn, Mainers and leaf-peeping enthusiasts can look forward to the fall colors spreading throughout Maine. The third 2024 Fall Foliage Report from the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) reports moderate to high color change (50-70 percent) throughout most of Maine with low to moderate leaf drop (less than 50 percent).

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

Northern Maine (zones six and seven) is on track to reach peak conditions during the first week of October. Fall colors in all other areas of the state will occur from north to south through mid-October. Coastal Maine typically reaches peak color during mid-to-late October.

“It’s fall y’all…which means it’s officially sweater weather in Maine! We have experienced a bit of a drought the past several weeks, which can delay or accelerate the fall colors. I believe Maine is in the goldilocks position (not too dry, not too wet, without a killing frost) to accelerate the best fall colors in the upcoming weeks,” said Gale Ross, fall foliage spokesperson.

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!

Event Name:	Start Date:	End Date:	Occurrence:
Trails In The Valley @ Lost Valley	May 17	October 25	Every Friday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day
Saddleback Lift Serviced Downhill Mountain Biking	July 12	October 14	Friday-Sunday
Scenic Fall Foliage Lift Rides @ Saddleback	September 28	September 28	One Day
Flannel Fest @ Sunday River	September 28	September 29	Two Days
Scenic Fall Foliage Lift Rides @ Camden Snow Bowl	September 29	October 27	Every Sunday
Sugarloaf Blood Drive	October 1	October 1	One Day
Saddleback Oktoberfest	October 5	October 5	One Day
Ruff Mountain @ Sunday River	October 5	October 6	Two Days
Inaugural Sunday River Passholder Championship @ Sunday River Golf Course	October 10	October 10	One Day
Swig & Swing @ Sugarloaf Golf Course	October 11	October 11	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming	October 11	October 13	Three Days
North American Wife Carrying Championship @ Sunday River	October 12	October 12	One Day
Sunday River Fall Fest	October 12	October 13	Two Days
40th. Annual Blue Mountain Crafts Fair @ Sunday River	October 12	October 13	Two Days

Recent Trip To Big Moose Mountain:

Last week, I went up to Big Moose Mountain to see the mountain and check in with the trails as we get ready for another ski season. As the name implies, I was able to spot a big moose, on Big Moose Mountain. The moose was spotted on the St. Francis trail before running back down the mountain on Lower Allagash. I took advantage of the quiet and peaceful morning to get some drone shots. Take a look at them below. If you want the pictures, send an email to the one below.

Looking For A Rangeley Double Chair:

Hey Mainely Skiers! I’ve been looking for a chair from Saddleback’s Rangeley Double pretty much since they removed the lift in 2020. I would love to find one that matches the following description:

• Intact (Nothing was destroyed)
• Not altered in any way (looks like it could be put back on the line)
• Safety Bar is still functional on the chair

If you or someone you know is selling a chair, please email me using the email below. Thank you so much!! – Keegan

mainelyskiing@gmail.com

Scenic Lift Rides At Saddleback:

With the leaves changing every day, the colors are getting more and more vibrant. Take a ride up the Rangeley Quad on Saturday, September 28, the weekend before their 4th annual Oktoberfest. Shop tickets using the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

Flannel Fest At Sunday River:

Join fellow skiers at Sunday River on September 28-29, dedicated to embracing the essence of flannel, channel those Donny Pelletier vibes, and join them for a weekend of competition and fun! See the full event rundown and learn more by reading the full event on Sunday River’s website, linked below.

sundayriver.com

BigRock To Offer Wednesday Night Skiing:

For those who live in the area, BigRock recently announced they will be expanding their night skiing operations to now include Wednesday. They will be spinning lifts from 2pm-8pm every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Purchase your pass now!

mainelyskiing.com/season-passes

Saddleback’s Oktoberfest:

Saddleback’s Oktoberfest is happening on Saturday, October 5. They will be offering scenic lift rides, live music, vendors, and lots of other activities happening throughout the day. Please note: your ticket to the festival does not allow for lift rides. See the full event calendar on our website.

mainelyskiing.com/oktoberfest

Fall Events:

Get your flannel on and head up to your favorite resort for their annual fall celebrations. See all of our featured events on our featured events page.

mainelyskiing.com/featured-events

New Snowmaking at BigRock:

Yesterday, BigRock posted some photos to Facebook of new snowmaking equipment. The new guns will quadruple the snowmaking output. These guns are completely automated which means they’ll be making the highest quality snow in all types of weather conditions. See the post below.

facebook.com

Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend:

Welcome Home, Sugarloafers! Celebrate the change of seasons with fellow Sugarloafers during Homecoming Weekend, October 11. through the 13th. Don’t miss signature events like the Swig and Swing, Live Music, Uphill Climb, and Scenic Lift Rides. See the full event rundown by clicking the link below.

mainelyskiing.com/homecoming

Work For Sugarloaf:

With the colder weather we’ve been having getting us thinking about the next season, find a job that doesn’t feel like a job. Sugarloaf is hiring in lots of departments. Head over to their website to see the full list and to apply – linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Sugarloaf’s Back To Ski Sale:

Sugarloaf’s annual Back To Ski Sale starts Monday, September 23, and offers great savings resort-wide. The one-week sale includes discounts on the following items:

• Lift Tickets starting at $65
• 20% off winter lodging
• Up to 50% off children’s lessons and child care on select dates in January 2025
• Youth Silver Pass for $499

Shop and save on their website, linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Fall Festival at Sunday River:

Celebrate the arrival of fall in the mountains with Sunday River’s Fall Festival, happening Saturday, October 12, to the 13th. With classic events like the North American Wife Carrying Championship, Sunday River Sports Sale, Scenic Lift Rides, and more, it’s worth the trip!

mainelyskiing.com/fall-festival

Work for Black Mountain:

Black Mountain is looking for a talented person to join their Ski School. The position, Ski School Admisistorator, is available for those who are organized, friendly, available on weekends, and have great communication skills. If you think you’re that person, reach out to them. See all the open positions below.

skiblackmountain.org

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 Wed, September 25

On Wednesday, Pleasant Mountain shared a photo to Instagram showing the bottom terminal area. Currently, the bottom terminal loading carpet is installed and the towers are up. Note that steep climb out!

BigRock Mountain:

As of Tuesday, September 24

On Tuesday, BigRock posted some photos on Facebook of the bottom terminal mechanical/electrical components that were being installed. See the other photos HERE.

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, September 25

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted a photo to Facebook showing the final concrete footing being poured on this incredibly steep lift.

NEW 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

Win A Season Pass:

Maine Adaptive recently announced a referral sweepstakes where you could win a Silver New England Pass (Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Loon, NH). Now through October 30, 2024, new volunteers who are referred to complete a new volunteer application, and the volunteers who refer them, are in the running for a season pass! every referral gives you another entry into the sweepstakes! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support Maine Adaptive’s growth AND win big! Learn more by clicking the link below.

facebook.com

Summer Activities Page:

There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below! With everything from mountain biking to hiking, and everything in between.

mainelyskiing.com

Season Pass Sale:

Many resorts have already made 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

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:

Take a peek at your mountain and see how it’s holding up throughout the summer by visiting your mountain’s 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!

Last Chair:

Monday to Wednesday were textbook fall days – great ones to spend outside. However, Thursday brought the change. Thankfully, today is much better and we’re looking forward to another wonderful weekend.

Weather:

Early fall weather has returned to Maine this weekend with cloudy skies and temps in the mid-60s. The countdown to ski season is on! Find the countdown on our Mountain Lift Status page.

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	62°	64°	66°
Low:	49°	48°	52°

More and more colors as time passes!

– Keegan

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

Maine Foliage Report:

The Maine Foliage Report brought to you by MaineFoliage.com

AUGUSTA, Maine – The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) has released its second 2024 Maine Fall Foliage Report, showing very low color change (less than 30 percent) throughout the state. As of September 18, 2024, DACF Maine Forest Service Rangers in northern Maine report moderate color change (less than 50 percent), with very low to low leaf drop throughout the entire state

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

Typically, northern Maine (zones 6 and 7) reaches peak conditions between the last week of September and the first week of October. Color change moves from north to south, with peak conditions for the rest of the state expected by mid-October. Coastal Maine usually experiences peak foliage from mid-to-late October.

“With the autumn equinox on Sunday, September 22, we bid farewell to summer and welcome cooler, fall-like temperatures, which will accelerate the vibrant color transformation across Maine’s stunning landscape,” said Gale Ross, DACF Fall Foliage Spokesperson. It’s the perfect time to start planning your outdoor adventures for the coming weeks and enjoy the crisp weather and vivid fall hues.

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!

Event Name:	Start Date:	End Date:	Occurrence:
Trails In The Valley @ Lost Valley	May 17	October 25	Every Friday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day
Saddleback Lift Serviced Downhill Mountain Biking	July 12	October 14	Friday-Sunday
Maine Brew Fest @ Sunday River	September 21	September 22	Two Days
Scenic Fall Foliage Lift Rides @ Saddleback	September 28	September 28	One Day
Flannel Fest @ Sunday River	September 28	September 29	Two Days
Sugarloaf Blood Drive	October 1	October 1	One Day
Saddleback Oktoberfest	October 5	October 5	One Day
Ruff Mountain @ Sunday River	October 5	October 6	Two Days
Inaugural Sunday River Passholder Championship @ Sunday River Golf Course	October 10	October 10	One Day
Swig & Swing @ Sugarloaf Golf Course	October 11	October 11	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming	October 11	October 13	Three Days
North American Wife Carrying Championship @ Sunday River	October 12	October 12	One Day
Sunday River Fall Fest	October 12	October 13	Two Days
40th. Annual Blue Mountain Crafts Fair @ Sunday River	October 12	October 13	Two Days

Recent Trip To Big Moose Mountain:

This week I went up to Big Moose Mountain to see the mountain and check in with the trails as we get ready for another ski season. As the name implies, I was able to spot a big moose, on Big Moose Mountain. The moose was spotted on the St. Francis trail before running back down the mountain on Lower Allagash. I took advantage of the quiet and peaceful morning to get some drone shots. Take a look at them below. If you want the pictures, send an email to the one below.

Looking For A Rangeley Double Chair:

Hey Mainely Skiers! I’ve been looking for a chair from Saddleback’s Rangeley Double pretty much since they removed the lift in 2020. I would love to find one that matches the following description:

• Intact (Nothing was destroyed)
• Not altered in any way (looks like it could be put back on the line)
• Safety Bar is still functional on the chair

If you or someone you know is selling a chair, please email me using the email below. Thank you so much!! – Keegan

mainelyskiing@gmail.com

Maine Brew Fest Is This Weekend:

Check out the Maine Brew Fest happening this weekend at Sunday River. On Saturday, enjoy a performance by SKOSH, and on Sunday, experience the Maine Beer Box with over 75 taps and live music from The Northside Ramblers. This event is happening rain or shine and is 21+. Purchase tickets by clicking the link below.

sundayriver.com

Scenic Lift Rides At Saddleback:

With the leaves changing every day, the colors are getting more and more vibrant. Take a ride up the Rangeley Quad on Saturday, September 28, the weekend before their 4th annual Oktoberfest. Shop tickets using the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

BigRock To Offer Wednesday Night Skiing:

For those who live in the area, BigRock recently announced they will be expanding their night skiing operations to now include Wednesday. They will be spinning lifts from 2pm-8pm every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Purchase your pass now!

mainelyskiing.com/season-passes

Saddleback’s Oktoberfest:

Saddleback’s Oktoberfest is happening on Saturday, October 5. They will be offering scenic lift rides, live music, vendors, and lots of other activities happening throughout the day. Please note: your ticket to the festival does not allow for lift rides. See the full event calendar on our website.

mainelyskiing.com/oktoberfest

Fall Events:

Get your flannel on and head up to your favorite resort for their annual fall celebrations. See all of our featured events on our featured events page.

mainelyskiing.com/featured-events

Flannel Fest At Sunday River:

Join fellow skiers at Sunday River on September 28-29, dedicated to embracing the essence of flannel, channel those Donny Pelletier vibes, and join them for a weekend of competition and fun! See the full event rundown and learn more by reading the full event on Sunday River’s website, linked below.

sundayriver.com

New Snowmaking at BigRock:

Yesterday, BigRock posted some photos to Facebook of new snowmaking equipment. The new guns will quadruple the snowmaking output. These guns are completely automated which means they’ll be making the highest quality snow in all types of weather conditions. See the post below.

facebook.com

Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend:

Welcome Home, Sugarloafers! Celebrate the change of seasons with fellow Sugarloafers during Homecoming Weekend, October 11. through the 13th. Don’t miss signature events like the Swig and Swing, Live Music, Uphill Climb, and Scenic Lift Rides. See the full event rundown by clicking the link below.

mainelyskiing.com/homecoming

Work For Sugarloaf:

With the colder weather we’ve been having getting us thinking about the next season, find a job that doesn’t feel like a job. Sugarloaf is hiring in lots of departments. Head over to their website to see the full list and to apply – linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Sugarloaf’s Back To Ski Sale:

Sugarloaf’s annual Back To Ski Sale starts Monday, September 23, and offers great savings resort-wide. The one-week sale includes discounts on the following items:

• Lift Tickets starting at $65
• 20% off winter lodging
• Up to 50% off children’s lessons and child care on select dates in January 2025
• Youth Silver Pass for $499

Shop and save on their website, linked below.

sugarloaf.com

Trails In The Valley:

Lace up your running shoes and drive to Lost Valley tonight for their first Trails In The Valley event, a weekly running club that takes place every Friday at 6:00pm. Led by their experienced leaders, Paula & Jason, this group trail experience is absolutely free and open to all. Learn more about this event on their website, linked below.

lostvalleyski.com

Work for Black Mountain:

Black Mountain is looking for a talented person to join their Ski School. The position, Ski School Admisistorator, is available for those who are organized, friendly, available on weekends, and have great communication skills. If you think you’re that person, reach out to them. See all the open positions below.

skiblackmountain.org

Scenic Lift Rides:

Scenic Lift Rides are now open at Sunday River and Sugarloaf! Take a ride up Sunday River’s Chondola or Sugarloaf’s Whiffletree to enjoy awesome views of the surrounding mountains. To learn more about hours and to purchase your ticket, click the link below.

mainelyskiing.com

Know Be’fore’ You Go:

Time to tee off, Mainely Skiers! All golf courses are open and looking good. Your location tells you a lot about where your next round will be played, but I can assure you that wherever you go, you’ll have a great time out on the course. When outside, remember to bring sunscreen, bug spray, water, and tick repellent. It’s also a good idea to wear pants to protect yourself against ticks. Do tick checks often!

mainelyskiing.com/golfing

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, Sep 9

On Monday, Pleasant Mountain shared some photos of crews putting the towers up. On September 7, they also shared images of the top terminal taking shape.

BigRock Mountain:

As of Fri, September 13

On Friday, Big Rock posted some photos to Facebook of the top shack for the new lift. Check out that view that one lucky operator will be able to enjoy. See the other photos HERE.

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, July 31

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted a photo to Instagram showing Fall Line Construction breaking ground on Chair #3. Currently, they are digging the foundation to the bottom station. Watch the video HERE

NEW 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

Win A Season Pass:

Maine Adaptive recently announced a referral sweepstakes where you could win a Silver New England Pass (Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Loon, NH). Now through October 30, 2024, new volunteers who are referred to complete a new volunteer application, and the volunteers who refer them, are in the running for a season pass! every referral gives you another entry into the sweepstakes! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support Maine Adaptive’s growth AND win big! Learn more by clicking the link below.

facebook.com

Summer Activities Page:

There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below! With everything from mountain biking to hiking, and everything in between.

mainelyskiing.com

Season Pass Sale:

Many resorts have already made 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

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:

Take a peek at your mountain and see how it’s holding up throughout the summer by visiting your mountain’s 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!

Last Chair:

What a lovely week! The warmth and sunny skies made doing anything outside very enjoyable. Bonus points if you went on a hike or went mountain biking. Now that we’re unofficially in fall, the window to do these fun summer activities is closing fast! Take advantage of the remainder of summer with our Summer Activities page.

Weather:

The warmth from this past week has been cut short and we are suddenly brought back to fall-like weather. After all, it becomes fall on Sunday and those temps certainly look like it! The Fall Equinox will see low temps dipping down to 48° degrees, and colder on the mountains! The countdown to ski season is on! Find the countdown on our Mountain Lift Status page.

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	66°	62°	61°
Low:	53°	50°	48°

Bring on the fall colors!

– Keegan