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Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (May 17, 2024)

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!

Sunday River Golf Course Now Open:

Today is Sunday River Golf Course’s Opening Day. The course will be open this weekend before closing Mon-Thurs, reopening for good on Friday, May 24. Book tee times by following the link below.

sundayriver.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! 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:
Sunday River Golf Course Opening Day	May 17	May 17	One Day
Trails In The Valley @ Lost Valley	May 17	October 25	Every Friday
Mt. Abram Bike Park Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
Sugarloaf Golf Course Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
The Pub @ Saddleback Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
Rangeley Birding Festival	June 7	June 9	Three Days
Black Mountain of Maine Golf Tournament	June 15	June 15	One Day
White Nose Pete Fly Fishing Festival	June 15	June 15	One Day
43nd Annual Sugarloaf Ski Club Classic Golf Tournament	June 21	June 21	One Day
2nd Annual WinterKids Mountain Mayhem @ Mt. Abram	June 22	June 22	One Day
Hallie’s Hustle 5K Run/Walk @ Black Mountain of Maine	June 23	June 23	One Day
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day

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 our experienced run 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

Going Up Is Getting Faster:

This week, Pleasant Mountain announced The Summit Express. After 86 years, the mountain will finally add a high-speed, detachable quad to their lift lineup. The lift, which is a Doppelmayr refurbished High-Speed Quad, will take skiers and riders up to the top in under 5 minutes. The lift came from Sunday River’s Jordan Express lift and will be installed this summer.

Read all the stats about this exciting lift on their website.

pleasantmountain.com

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Mt. Abram Bike Park Opening Day:

For those thrill seekers, you’re in luck! Mt. Abram’s Bike Park is opening on Friday, May 24. For all the important information surrounding the bike park, tickets, and trail reports, head over to their website, linked below.

mtabram.com

Sugarloaf Golf Course / Tin Mountain Roundup:

Sugarloaf Golf Course will open on Friday, May 24, for the season. The golf page is filled with great information golfers need. Plus, don’t miss the Tin Mountain Roundup happening all weekend at the course. Any golfer who brings three or more canded, non-perishable foods, you will be able to play 18 holes for just $49, with cart included, during the course’s opening weekend. Preview the course and book your tee time with the link below:

sugarloaf.com

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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.

Pleasant Mountain:

As of Fri, May 10

On Friday, Pleasant Mountain posted some pictures of the mountain receiving a new Haul Rope from Fatzer.

BigRock Mountain:

As of Mon, April 1

Since receiving the delivery of chairs and cushions on April 1, the mountain hasn’t posted any new information surrounding the new lift.

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, May 1

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted some pictures of progress as well as a video that explained what’s happening. Currently, crews are working to remove the existing bearings to replace them before building the lift. This will help maintenance as bearings typically last 7-10 years.

Saddleback’s The Pub Open Soon:

The Pub at Saddleback will be open for the summer on Friday, May 24. With a new menu, which you can view using the link below, will have you itching to come up to Saddleback. Make note of the new summer hours below.

Thursday – Saturday: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm

saddlebackmaine.com

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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

Get Ready For Summer:

As the days get warmer, we’re starting to think about summer activities. 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!

mainelyskiing.com

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A More Comfortable Ride:

BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill will be installing a brand new Doppelmayr Quad this summer. The new lift, which will have the same name as the double that currently sits in its place, will be called Gemini. BigRock started fundraising for the project back in 2021 but has secured enough for the payment to Doppelmayr. The surveying took place last summer, and construction is expected to start in the spring.

Read more on this project and donate to help BigRock make the Northern Maine ski experience even better on their website below.

bigrockmaine.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

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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

Last Chair:

With the weather we’ve had this past week, the summer events and activities are starting to ramp up again. While many locals refer to this time as “mud season” the warm temps and sunshine should dry everything up nicely.

Weather:

With the temps in the 70’s today, get out and enjoy the warm weather – maybe it’s a tee time at Sunday River. While Saturday will bring rain, Sunday is back with sunny skies and temps in the mid 60’s. We’re looking at a great weekend ahead. Maybe pack some bugspray to avoid the black flies.

Enjoy the sunshine!

– Keegan

May 17, 2024

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (May 10, 2024)

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 Marathon:

The Sugarloaf Marathon and 15K is happening on Sunday, May 12. Just because the event registration has closed doesn’t mean you can’t go support the runners! For more information on the races, 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! 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:
Mother’s Day Event @ Jordan Spa	May 11	May 11	One Day
Sugarloaf Marathon & 15K	May 12	May 12	One Day
Mother’s Day Brunch @ Sunday River	May 12	May 12	One Day
Sunday River Golf Course Opening Day	May 17	May 17	One Day
Mt. Abram Bike Park Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
Sugarloaf Golf Course Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
The Pub @ Saddleback Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
Rangeley Birding Festival	June 7	June 9	Three Days
Black Mountain of Maine Golf Tournament	June 15	June 15	One Day
White Nose Pete Fly Fishing Festival	June 15	June 15	One Day
43nd Annual Sugarloaf Ski Club Classic Golf Tournament	June 21	June 21	One Day
2nd Annual WinterKids Mountain Mayhem @ Mt. Abram	June 22	June 22	One Day
Hallie’s Hustle 5K Run/Walk @ Black Mountain of Maine	June 23	June 23	One Day
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day

Mother’s Day Activities:

Sunday River is packing this weekend full of events for the moms! On Saturday, they are opening the Jordan Spa for moms and on Sunday, Mother’s Day Brunch. Learn more on their events page, linked below.

sundayriver.com

Going Up Is Getting Faster:

This week, Pleasant Mountain announced The Summit Express. After 86 years, the mountain will finally add a high-speed, detachable quad to their lift lineup. The lift, which is a Doppelmayr refurbished High-Speed Quad, will take skiers and riders up to the top in under 5 minutes. The lift came from Sunday River’s Jordan Express lift and will be installed this summer.

Read all the stats about this exciting lift on their website.

pleasantmountain.com

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Sunday River Golf Course Opening Date:

Time to tee off at Sunday River! The Sunday River Golf Course opens on Friday, May 17. Fore all the important information and to book a tee time, click over to their website.

sundayriver.com

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.

Pleasant Mountain:

As of Wed, May 1

On Wednesday, Pleasant Mountain posted some pictures of the progress. Currently, the towers are all down as well as the drive/return terminals.

BigRock Mountain:

As of Mon, April 1

Since receiving the delivery of chairs and cushions on April 1, the mountain hasn’t posted any new information surrounding the new lift.

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, May 1

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted some pictures of progress as well as a video that explained what’s happening. Currently, crews are working to remove the existing bearings to replace them before building the lift. This will help maintenance as bearings typically last 7-10 years.

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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

Get Ready For Summer:

As the days get warmer, we’re starting to think about summer activities. 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!

mainelyskiing.com

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A More Comfortable Ride:

BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill will be installing a brand new Doppelmayr Quad this summer. The new lift, which will have the same name as the double that currently sits in its place, will be called Gemini. BigRock started fundraising for the project back in 2021 but has secured enough for the payment to Doppelmayr. The surveying took place last summer, and construction is expected to start in the spring.

Read more on this project and donate to help BigRock make the Northern Maine ski experience even better on their website below.

bigrockmaine.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

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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

Last Chair:

After a week without skiing, the summer events and activities are starting to ramp up again soon. While many locals refrere to this time as “mud season” the warm temps and sunshine should dry everything up nicely.

Weather:

It’s looking like a great weekend on the weather side of things with temps in the 50’s. While Mother’s Day is looking cloudy, the warm temps will be nice for getting outside – maybe to watch a part of the Sugarloaf Marathon!

Wishing All The Moms Happy Mother’s Day!

– Keegan

May 10, 2024

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (May 3, 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 Name	Trails Open	Percent Open
Saddleback	0 / 68	0%
Sugarloaf	73 / 176	41%
Sunday River	0 / 139	0%
Pleasant Mountain	0 / 47	0%

Trail of the Day: Bridle Chain (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:
Lost Valley Open House	May 4	May 4	One Day
Sugarloaf’s Closing Day	May 5	May 5	One Day
Mother’s Day Event @ Jordan Spa	May 11	May 11	One Day
Sugarloaf Marathon & 15K	May 12	May 12	One Day
Mother’s Day Brunch @ Sunday River	May 12	May 12	One Day
Mt. Abram Bike Park Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
Sugarloaf Golf Course Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
The Pub @ Saddleback Opening Day	May 24	May 24	One Day
Rangeley Birding Festival	June 7	June 9	Three Days
Black Mountain of Maine Golf Tournament	June 15	June 15	One Day
White Nose Pete Fly Fishing Festival	June 15	June 15	One Day
43nd Annual Sugarloaf Ski Club Classic Golf Tournament	June 21	June 21	One Day
2nd Annual WinterKids Mountain Mayhem @ Mt. Abram	June 22	June 22	One Day
Hallie’s Hustle 5K Run/Walk @ Black Mountain of Maine	June 23	June 23	One Day
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides Open	June 27	October 13	Every Day

Closing Weekend at Sugarloaf:

On Sunday, May 5, Sugarloaf will send the final chair of the season up the SuperQuad at 3:50 p.m. They’ll have live music on The Beach from Jordan Kaulbach on Saturday 12pm-3pm and the Beach Bar open 12pm-4pm Friday through Sunday. Learn more below.

sundayriver.com

Open House at Lost Valley:

Don’t miss Lost Valley’s Open House happening on Saturday, May 4, from 11:00-3:00. With vendors, music, and food, you won’t want to miss this event! Learn more by clicking the link below.

lostvalleyski.com

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Going Up Is Getting Faster:

This week, Pleasant Mountain announced The Summit Express. After 86 years, the mountain will finally add a high-speed, detachable quad to their lift lineup. The lift, which is a Doppelmayr refurbished High-Speed Quad, will take skiers and riders up to the top in under 5 minutes. The lift came from Sunday River’s Jordan Express lift and will be installed this summer.

Read all the stats about this exciting lift on their website.

pleasantmountain.com

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.

Pleasant Mountain:

As of Wed, May 1

On Wednesday, Pleasant Mountain posted some pictures of the progress. Currently, the towers are all down as well as the drive/return terminals.

BigRock Mountain:

As of Mon, April 1

Since receiving the delivery of chairs and cushions on April 1, the mountain hasn’t posted any new information surrounding the new lift.

Lost Valley:

As of Wed, May 1

On Wednesday, Lost Valley posted some pictures of progress as well as a video that explained what’s happening. Currently, crews are working to remove the existing bearings to replace them before building the lift. This will help maintenance as bearings typically last 7-10 years.

Advertisements

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

Get Ready For Summer:

As the days get warmer, we’re starting to think about summer activities. 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!

mainelyskiing.com

Advertisements

A More Comfortable Ride:

BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill will be installing a brand new Doppelmayr Quad this summer. The new lift, which will have the same name as the double that currently sits in its place, will be called Gemini. BigRock started fundraising for the project back in 2021 but has secured enough for the payment to Doppelmayr. The surveying took place last summer, and construction is expected to start in the spring.

Read more on this project and donate to help BigRock make the Northern Maine ski experience even better on their website below.

bigrockmaine.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

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Sugarloaf Marathon:

The Sugarloaf Marathon and 15K is happening on Sunday, May 12. Just because the event registration has closed doesn’t mean you can’t go support the runners! For more information on the races, click the link below.

sugarloaf.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

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Last Chair:

A part from the slightly cooler temps and some occasional thawed precipitation, this week was another one for the books. If you’re wanting to ski, this weekend is it for the 2023-24 ski season.

Weather:

“Hey Siri, play Final Countdown”. It’s the last weekend of the 2023-24 ski season. Make it count as Sugarloaf is closing on Sunday. When out on the hill, always be ready for spring conditions. Check the mountain lift status page before heading up to the mountain, linked below.

mainelyskiing.com

Who’s Got Last Chair?

– Keegan

May 3, 2024

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (April 19, 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 Name	Trails Open	Percent Open
Saddleback	0 / 68	0%
Sugarloaf	109 / 176	62%
Sunday River Reopening Tomorrow	0 / 139	0%
Pleasant Mountain	0 / 47	0%

Trail of the Day: Haywire (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:
’24 East Coast Pond Skimming Championship @ Sugarloaf	April 20	April 20	One Day
Smalls To The Wall @ Smalls Falls	April 20	April 20	One Day
Sugarloaf Season Pass Holder BBQ	April 21	April 21	One Day
Saddleback Mountain Season Pass Prices Increase	April 22	April 22	One Day
Sugarloaf Season Pass Holder BBQ	April 27	April 27	One Day
Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Pleasant Mountain Season Pass Prices Incrase	April 30	April 30	One Day
Sugarloaf Marathon & 15K	May 12	May 12	One Day

3rd Annual Hill Climb:

The 3rd. Annual Hill Climb at Saddleback has recently opened for registration, so be as quick as a ski bunny and register! The Hill Climb is on Friday & Saturday, April 19-20, 2024. This event grows every year and brings in smiling faces from all over New England. It is definitely something you do not want to miss! Learn more below!

saddlebackmaine.com

East Coast Pond Skimming Championship:

Do you have what it takes to be the best in the East? Head over to Sugarloaf on Saturday, April 20, for their annual pond skimming championship. Learn more about this event by visiting their website below.

sugarloaf.com

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Season Pass Holder BBQ at Sugarloaf:

If you’re a season pass holder at Sugarloaf, make sure you stop by the base area on Sunday, April 21, for their annual Pass Holder BBQ. Learn more by clicking the link below!

sugarloaf.com

Smalls To The Wall 2024:

Don’t miss Smalls To The Wall on Saturday, April 20. This impressive event features a lineup of professional kayakers racing down Smalls Falls. For more information about this year’s event, head over to their Facebook page, linked below.

facebook.com

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Going Up Is Getting Faster:

This week, Pleasant Mountain announced The Summit Express. After 86 years, the mountain will finally add a high-speed, detachable quad to their lift lineup. The lift, which is a Doppelmayr refurbished High-Speed Quad, will take skiers and riders up to the top in under 5 minutes. The lift came from Sunday River’s Jordan Express lift and will be installed this summer.

Read all the stats about this exciting lift on their website.

pleasantmountain.com

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

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A More Comfortable Ride:

BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill will be installing a brand new Doppelmayr Quad this summer. The new lift, which will have the same name as the double that currently sits in its place, will be called Gemini. BigRock started fundraising for the project back in 2021 but has secured enough for the payment to Doppelmayr. The surveying took place last summer, and construction is expected to start in the spring.

Read more on this project and donate to help BigRock make the Northern Maine ski experience even better on their website below.

bigrockmaine.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

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Sugarloaf Marathon Registration Open:

The Sugarloaf Marathon and 15K registration is now open. Thankfully, you have time to prepare for the race, as the deadline to sign up is April 15. For more information on the races, click the link below.

sugarloaf.com

Mainely Skiing Gear Guide:

It’s been a long time in the making, but I’m extremely excited to share our gear guide page with you. Complete with beginner, intermediate, and expert pages filled with the appropriate gear for each level. Check it out by clicking the link below.

mainelysking.com/gear-guide

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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:

As Saddleback’s last chair was sent up the Rangeley Quad on Sunday, that left two ski resorts left: Sugarloaf and Sunday River. As part of their spring operating hours, they were closed Tuesday through Friday but will reopen this weekend. See the resort status for all the important information!

Weather:

The corn is ready as this past week we saw sunny skies and warm temps. When out on the hill. always be ready for spring conditions. Check the mountain lift status page before heading up to the mountain, linked below.

mainelyskiing.com

Don’t forget the Gore-Tex!

– Keegan

April 19, 2024

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (April 12, 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 Name	Trails Open	Percent Open
Saddleback Closing Weekend	68 / 68	100%
Sugarloaf	158 / 176	90%
Sunday River	83 / 139	60%
Pleasant Mountain	0 / 47	0%

Trail of the Day: Red Devil (Saddleback)

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:
Sugarloaf Reggae Fest	April 11	April 14	Four Days
Pond-A-Palooza @ Sunday River	April 13	April 13	One Day
Closing Day @ Saddleback	April 14	April 14	One Day
Sunday River Season Pass Holder Appreciation Lunch	April 14	April 14	One Day
The Great Tailgate @ Sunday River	April 14	April 14	One Day
Sugarloaf Marathon Deadline to Register	April 15	April 15	One Day
Black Mountain of Maine Season Pass Prices Increase	April 16	April 16	One Day
’24 East Coast Pond Skimming Championship @ Sugarloaf	April 20	April 20	One Day
Smalls To The Wall @ Smalls Falls	April 20	April 20	One Day
Saddleback Mountain Season Pass Prices Increase	April 22	April 22	One Day
Sugarloaf Season Pass Holder BBQ	April 27	April 27	One Day
Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Pleasant Mountain Season Pass Prices Incrase	April 30	April 30	One Day
Sugarloaf Marathon & 15K	May 12	May 12	One Day

Reggae Fest at Sugarloaf:

Join Sugarloaf for the 36th Annual Sugarloaf Reggae Festival, presented by Baxter Outdoors, on April 11-14, 2024. Prepare yourself for four days of music and non-stop parties at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain with two amazing headliners: John Brown’s Body and Long Beach Dub All Stars. The biggest party on the East Coast consists of two nights of music in the King Pine room, two days of outside entertainment on The Beach, three nights of music in The Widowmaker, reggae DJs at Bullwinkle’s, and more. Learn more and register below.

sugarloaf.com

Sunday River Pond-A-Pooloza:

The Pond-A-Pooloza is happening once again this year on Saturday, April 13. Registration is free, but to secure a spot, head to the Welcome Center at South Ridge Lodge between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to sign the dotted line and get your bib number. Costumes weigh heavy on your score, so come suited up in anything but a wet suit (unless you’re a wimp)! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 overall scores, plus best costume and biggest splash! Learn more below.

sundayriver.com

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Sunday River Passholder Lunch:

Sunday River is showing their appreation to their passholders on Sunday, April 14. Enjoy lunch on them down at the South Ridge Lodge from 11am-1pm. This event is for anyone with a 2023-24 or a 2024-25 season pass. To purchase your pass, click the link below.

mainelyskiing.com

Going Up Is Getting Faster:

This week, Pleasant Mountain announced The Summit Express. After 86 years, the mountain will finally add a high-speed, detachable quad to their lift lineup. The lift, which is a Doppelmayr refurbished High-Speed Quad, will take skiers and riders up to the top in under 5 minutes. The lift came from Sunday River’s Jordan Express lift and will be installed this summer.

Read all the stats about this exciting lift on their website.

pleasantmountain.com

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BMOM Season Passes:

Black Mountain of Maine Season Passes are going up in price on Tuesday, April 16. For the lowest rate, you need to purchase now! Shop passes and get the scoop below.

mainelyskiing.com

3rd Annual Hill Climb:

The 3rd. Annual Hill Climb at Saddleback has recently opened for registration, so be as quick as a ski bunny and register! The Hill Climb is on Friday & Saturday, April 19-20, 2024. This event grows every year and brings in smiling faces from all over New England. It is definitely something you do not want to miss! Learn more below!

saddlebackmaine.com

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East Coast Pond Skimming Championship:

Do you have what it takes to be the best in the East? Head over to Sugarloaf on Saturday, April 20, for their annual pond skimming championship. Learn more about this event by visiting their website below.

sugarloaf.com

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

Advertisements

A More Comfortable Ride:

BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill will be installing a brand new Doppelmayr Quad this summer. The new lift, which will have the same name as the double that currently sits in its place, will be called Gemini. BigRock started fundraising for the project back in 2021 but has secured enough for the payment to Doppelmayr. The surveying took place last summer, and construction is expected to start in the spring.

Read more on this project and donate to help BigRock make the Northern Maine ski experience even better on their website below.

bigrockmaine.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

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Sugarloaf Marathon Registration Open:

The Sugarloaf Marathon and 15K registration is now open. Thankfully, you have time to prepare for the race, as the deadline to sign up is April 15. For more information on the races, click the link below.

sugarloaf.com

Mainely Skiing Gear Guide:

It’s been a long time in the making, but I’m extremely excited to share our gear guide page with you. Complete with beginner, intermediate, and expert pages filled with the appropriate gear for each level. Check it out by clicking the link below.

mainelysking.com/gear-guide

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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 we said farwell to Pleasant Mountain as they ended their season on Monday, April 8. Side note – for those who got to see the eclipse… WOW! On the bright side, when we return to the Bridgton Mountain next ski season, the skier experience will be totally different thanks to the high-speed quad they are installing in the off season.

Weather:

While the snow from earlier in the week was a nice boost, the rain we’ve gotten off and on since Wednesday has definitely hurt morale. I don’t expect the mountains to be affected that much by the rain, just be aware for spring conditions. Check the mountain lift status page before heading up to the mountain, linked below.

mainelyskiing.com

Thanks for a great season, Saddleback!

– Keegan

April 12, 2024

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (January 12, 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 Name	Trails Open	Percent Open
Saddleback	47 / 68	69%
Sugarloaf	56 / 176	33%
Sunday River	61 / 139	44%
Pleasant Mountain	23 / 47	52%

Trail of the Day: The Horn (Pleasant Mountain)

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:
Free Ski Night @ Black Mountain of Maine	January 10	March 20	Every Wednesday
Slopeside Fire Dancing @ Sunday River	January 13	January 13	One Day
Winter Festival @ Pleasant Mountain	January 14	January 14	One Day
WinterKids Family Day @ Mt. Abram	January 20	January 20	One Day
Vertical Challenge @ Black Mountain of Maine	January 20	January 20	One Day
Fire In The Hole @ Black Mountain of Maine	January 20	January 20	One Day
Snodeo Weekend In Rangeley	January 25	January 28	Four Days
Sugarloaf Charity Summit	January 27	January 27	One Day
Rangeley Fat Bike Loppet @ RLTC	January 28	January 28	One Day
IFSA Junior Freeride @ Saddleback	January 28	January 28	One Day
USASA Rail Jam @ Saddleback	January 28	January 28	One Day
Fire on the Mountain @ Sugarloaf	February 2	February 4	Three Days
WinterKids Family Day @ BigRock	February 4	February 4	One Day
Fat Bike Race @ Sugarloaf Outdoor Center	February 11	February 11	One Day
February Fest @ Saddleback	February 23	February 23	One Day

Winter Festival:

Pleasant Mountain’s Winter Festival is this Sunday, January 14. This rescheduled event is set to take place at the base lodge. With fireworks, a torchlight parade, and more, you won’t want to miss it! Click the link below to learn more!

pleasantmountain.com

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Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides:

The Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides are back in Downtown Rangeley. See the full schedule below!

• Saturday, January 13th
• Saturday, January 20th
• Saturday, January 27th
• Saturday, February 3rd
• Saturday, February 10th
• Saturday, February 17th
• Sunday, February 18th 11:30-1:30pm (Winterpaloozah)
• Tuesday, February 20th
• Thursday, February 22nd
• Saturday, February 24th
• Saturday, March 2nd
• Saturday, March 9th
• Saturday, March 16th

Vertical Challenge @ Black Mountain of Maine:

Happening at Black Mountain of Maine on Saturday, January 20, the Vertical Challenge is a series of free casual ski & snowboard races held at ski resorts throughout the northeast. In addition to the races, attendees enjoy a festival, featuring snowy activities for all ages throughout a fun day on the mountain. Learn more below.

skiblackmountain.org

Mainely Skiing Gear Guide:

It’s been a long time in the making, but I’m extremely excited to share our gear guide page with you. Complete with beginner, intermediate, and expert pages filled with the appropriate gear for each level. Check it out by clicking the link below.

mainelysking.com/gear-guide

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Sugarloaf Marathon Registration Open:

The Sugarloaf Marathon and 15K registration is now open. Thankfully, you have time to prepare for the race, as the deadline to sign up is April 15. For more information on the races, click the link below.

sugarloaf.com

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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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:

What a weird storm. While most of Maine saw snow, which quickly turned to rain and melted away, the ski mountains saw mostly snow. Those snow totals were upwards of 12+”. With another storm on the way, we could be gearing up for a great January!

Weather:

We’re keeping a watchful eye on Saturday’s storm and praying that it stays snow. Those totals are insane, and we hope it works out! Keep doing those snow dances, Mainely Skiers! For current lift status, click the link below.

mainelyskiing.com

Keep those snow dances going!

– Keegan

January 12, 2024

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (September 15, 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!

Maine Foliage Report:

The Maine Foliage Report brought to you by MaineFoliage.com

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) fall foliage spokesperson Gale Ross has announced the start of foliage season throughout the state. The first 2023 Maine Fall Foliage Report, issued each Wednesday throughout the foliage season, reports very little color change throughout the state.

“I like to remind folks that the color change depends on the weather as we advance into fall. We rely on the cooler temperatures and shorter days to enhance the progression of color”

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

“This summer, Maine received a considerable amount of rainfall which will enhance the fall colors, unlike the past two seasons when the state’s forests were impacted by summer drought. Minimal defoliation in certain tree species may impact color in some areas due to the wetter than normal summer, but it should not have a significant impact on our foliage season,” said Gale Ross, Maine’s 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! Click here

Event Name:	Start Date:	End Date:	Occurrence:
Brunch In The Pub	July 9	September 24	Every Sunday
Northwoods Gravel Grind Afterparty	September 9	September 9	One Day
Xterra Trail Run World Championships @ Sugarloaf	October 1	October 1	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming	October 6	October 8	Three Days
Oktoberfest 2023 @ Saddleback	October 7	October 7	One Day
Sunday River Fall Festival	October 7	October 8	Two Days

XTERRA Trail Run:

Join Sugarloaf on Sep 30 – Oct 1 for the XTERRA Trail Run World Series. Sugarloaf Mountain has been chosen as the pinnacle event for the XTERRA Trail Run World Series. A weekend-long trail running festival that will see top elite and amateur runners compete for $10,000 in prize money and XTERRA championship crowns in both full and half marathon distances. Live music, great food, and family entertainment will keep the energy high throughout the weekend, with 5K and 10K trail runs, and races for kids to ensure everybody can get involved. For more information and to sign up, click the link below.

sugarloaf.com

Big Squaw Mountain Still Needs Your Help:

Big Squaw Mountain, now called Big Moose Mountain in Greenville, Maine needs your help. The mountain has been working hard to reclaim the upper mountain trails and bring them back to skiable trails. This is only made possible due to their support on GoFundMe. The mountain has raised about 30% of their goal of $60,000. If you’ve skied here before the upper mountain closed in 2004, you know it was a special experience. You can help bring this back by donating to the mountain’s GoFundMe. Click the link below to see the money raised and donate.

gofundme.com

Scenic Lift Rides:

Scenic Lift Rides are now open at Sugarloaf and Sunday River! Take a ride up the Chondola at Sunday River or the SuperQuad at Sugarloaf. Click the respective links to learn more about catching the chair.

The Chondola is dog, kid, and grandparent-friendly, so you’ll want to pack up your whole family for this scenic adventure. Lift rides are available from 10AM-4PM on Saturdays and Sundays from early July to mid-October. You can buy tickets online in advance, but will need to pick up your tickets upon arrival. You can also purchase tickets on-site at the various lodges and base areas. Lift tickets will be issued until 3:30PM or until capacity is reached. If you plan to ride the lift back to the bottom, please load before 4PM. For more information, visit the links below.

sundayriver.com
sugarloaf.com

Oktoberfest 5k Signups:

It’s that time again to start thinking about the fall. After waiting, for what seems like forever, we finally have warm weather. If you’re looking to cool down a little and think about the fall, the Saddleback 5k signups are now open.

Registration & Timeline:

Registration Location: The registration area is located in front of the MAIN BASE LODGE. There is plenty of free parking.
Bib/T-shirt Packet pick-up will be on race day beginning at 8:30 am
The race begins at 10:00 AM.
Registration Fee $40
The requested T-shirt size cannot be guaranteed after September 20
The top 3 male/female finishers will receive prizes.
No dogs allowed
The lift will not spin for rides to the top during the 5k.

For more information and to sign up for the race, click the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

Fall 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

Saddleback Bike Park Open:

The Saddleback Bike Park is back open! Let’s all do a little dance to stop the rain… I mean, it’s a suggestion. Anyway, the sun has come out once again, which allowed for the trails to dry up a bit and the crews to get back out and touch them up. The riding will be a little muddy still, but never-the-less fun!

They will be spinning their South Branch Quad Thursday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 3:47 pm. (We know it’s a weird time). This is to maximize your time outside and ride the newest summer project for yourself. During the winter months, when the mountain is spinning all six of their lifts, closing at 3:40 pm isn’t that big of a deal – there are other ways to ski until 4:00 pm. With this, however, the lift is moving slightly slower to allow the use of foot traffic.

The MTB crew is only getting started, and there are already plans to grow. In the meantime, check out their progress and purchase a pass to see for yourself by clicking the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

Sugarloaf Making Progress:

The newest major lift progress at Sugarloaf since the SuperQuad all the way back in 1994, the new Bucksaw Express will take skiers and riders to the top of West Mountain by the on-mountain Bullwinkles Grill. The lift will stretch 6,574 feet long and feature a 1,433-foot vertical rise. It will also be the future home to over 200 new homes including 52 single-family house lots.

The expansion will shorten the existing West Mountain Double Chair to the mid-station to relieve congestion at the top unload area. Set to debut in late December – early January with 12 trails: Bucksaw, Feller Buncher, Chipper, Hatchet, Whistle Punk, Beaver Tail, Knot Bumper, Gandy Dancer, Cutter, West Mtn. Crosscut, Twitcher, and Yarder. Although the difficulty ratings haven’t come out yet, I expect it to be around greens and blues with some blacks mixed in to keep things interesting.

Sugarloaf posted a video to Facebook showcasing the project and Sugarloaf’s continued investment to their mountain. They’re adding 246 high-efficiency HKD snow guns and over 88,000′ of new snowmaking pipe. Check out the full video below along with the 2030 plan.

facebook.com/sugarloaf

sugarloaf.com

The Barker 6 Mix:

Sunday River is making quick work on their newest project, a new, high-speed, detachable 6 person lift – Barker 6. This new lift is manufactured by the world’s leading lift manufacturer, Doppelmayr and is set to be complete by the 2023-24 ski season. This lift will be pretty much identical to the Jordan 8 by featuring heated, ergonomic seats, individual head & foot rests, weather-proof Sunday River Red bubble covers, automatically lowering and locking restraining bar, 13 towers with 63 chairs, and a ride time of just under 5 minutes. This new lift will be a game changer for the Barker area and for Sunday River as a whole.

As well as the Barker 6, Sunday River is installing their second triple chair on Merrill Hill. The new triple chair will provide more opportunities for ski-in, ski-out homes on Merrill Hill. This lift is the second Doppelmayr lift getting installed at the River. While this lift wasn’t in the public eye as much as Barker 6 until this week, the two lifts should be complete when the snow flies. Check out the progress from a photo Sunday River posted this week over on Merrill Hill. See more by clicking the links below.

sundayriver.com

Facebook Video

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:

With all the rain we’ve gotten recently, please make sure to drive carefully when coming up to the Rangeley area. Some roads are flooded or washed out entirely in parts of Rangeley, Oquossoc, Bryan, Farmington, Farmington Falls, Jay, Wilton, and more. Drive safe, Mainely Skiers!

Weather:

Tropical Storm Warning! Most of Eastern, Central, and Southern Maine are in the Tropical Storm Warning. Remember to take the necessary precautions to prepare and plan for the storm.

Other than Saturday being the day of the storm, the other days look good for some time outside. It’s time to get out because Life is Better Outside!

Stay safe, everyone!

– Keegan

September 15, 2023

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (August 11, 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!

Oquossoc Day:

It’s that time again for Oquossoc Day! Head over to Oquossoc next Saturday, August 12, for a day of family fun. See he full event schedule below. *Please note events could get added or removed without notice

10:00am – 4:00pm Art & Antique Show and Sale at Outdoor Heritage Museum
10:00am – 12:00pm Cornhole Tournament at Oquossoc Cove
10:00am – 1:00pm Tom Ball Band Live in the Village
10:00am – 2:00pm Car Show at Oquossoc Marine
11:00am Dog Show at Oquossoc Grocery
1:00pm Boat Parade at Oquossoc Cove Marina
2:00pm The Maine Attraction Water Ski Show Team at Oquossoc Cove
3:30pm – 5:00pm Happy Hour & Raffle Drawing at Portage Tap House

See ya on Saturday!

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 you’re next round will be played, but I can assure you that where ever 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 and always.

mainelyskiing.com/golfing

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:
Brunch In The Pub	July 9	September 24	Every Sunday
Oquossoc Day	August 12	August 12	One Day
BiKaRu Race in Rangeley	August 13	August 13	One Day
Northwoods Gravel Grind Afterparty	September 9	September 9	One Day
Xterra Trail Run World Championships @ Sugarloaf	October 1	October 1	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming	October 6	October 8	Three Days
Oktoberfest 2023 @ Saddleback	October 7	October 7	One Day
Sunday River Fall Festival	October 7	October 8	Two Days

Recent Trip To Saddleback:

If you follow us on Facebook and Instagram, (Shamless plug, we know) you might have seen some photos from Saddleback taken last weekend. While Saddleback wasn’t the only stop, I sent the drone up to do a little checking around – without disturbing the wedding party that was there too of course. Take a look at some of the recent pictures. The good news is, the lifts will be there for us in the winter. Head over to the Mountain Lifts Page to see the live countdown.

mainelyskiing.com

Scenic Lift Rides:

Scenic Lift Rides are now open at Sugarloaf and Sunday River! Take a ride up the Chondola at Sunday River or the SuperQuad at Sugarloaf. Click the respective links to learn more about catching the chair.

The Chondola is dog, kid, and grandparent-friendly, so you’ll want to pack up your whole family for this scenic adventure. Lift rides are available from 10AM-4PM on Saturdays and Sundays from early July to mid-October. You can buy tickets online in advance, but will need to pick up your tickets upon arrival. You can also purchase tickets on-site at the various lodges and base areas. Lift tickets will be issued until 3:30PM or until capacity is reached. If you plan to ride the lift back to the bottom, please load before 4PM. For more information, visit the links below.

sundayriver.com
sugarloaf.com

Oktoberfest 5k Signups:

It’s that time again to start thinking about the fall. After waiting, for what seems like forever, we finally have warm weather. If you’re looking to cool down a little and think about the fall, the Saddleback 5k signups are now open.

Registration & Timeline:

Registration Location: The registration area is located in front of the MAIN BASE LODGE. There is plenty of free parking.
Bib/T-shirt Packet pick-up will be on race day beginning at 8:30 am
The race begins at 10:00 AM.
Registration Fee $40
The requested T-shirt size cannot be guaranteed after September 20
The top 3 male/female finishers will receive prizes.
No dogs allowed
The lift will not spin for rides to the top during the 5k.

For more information and to sign up for the race, click the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

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

Saddleback Bike Park Now Open:

The Saddleback Bike Park is now open! Featuring their lift-serviced downhill.

They will be spinning their South Branch Quad Thursday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 3:47 pm. (We know it’s a weird time). This is to maximize your time outside and ride the newest summer project for yourself. During the winter months, when the mountain is spinning all six of their lifts, closing at 3:40 pm isn’t that big of a deal – there are other ways to ski until 4:00 pm. With this, however, the lift is moving slightly slower to allow the use of foot traffic.

The MTB crew is only getting started, and there are already plans to grow. In the meantime, check out their progress and purchase a pass to see for yourself by clicking the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

Sugarloaf Making Progress:

The newest major lift progress at Sugarloaf since the SuperQuad all the way back in 1994, the new Bucksaw Express will take skiers and riders to the top of West Mountain by the on-mountain Bullwinkles Grill. The lift will stretch 6,574 feet long and feature a 1,433-foot vertical rise. It will also be the future home to over 200 new homes including 52 single-family house lots.

The expansion will shorten the existing West Mountain Double Chair to the mid-station to relieve congestion at the top unload area. Set to debut in late January – early February with 12 trails: Bucksaw, Feller Buncher, Chipper, Hatchet, Whistle Punk, Beaver Tail, Knot Bumper, Gandy Dancer, Cutter, West Mtn. Crosscut, Twitcher, and Yarder. Although the difficulty ratings haven’t come out yet, I expect it to be around greens and blues with some blacks mixed in to keep things interesting.

WSKI TV posted a video to YouTube showcasing the project and Sugarloaf’s continued investment to snowmaking. They’re adding 246 high-efficiency HKD snow guns and over 88,000′ of new snowmaking pipe. Check out the full video below along with the 2030 plan.

youtube.com/wskitv

sugarloaf.com

The Barker 6 Mix:

Sunday River is making quick work on their newest project, a new, high-speed, detachable 6 person lift – Barker 6. This new lift is manufactured by the world’s leading lift manufacturer, Doppelmayr and is set to be complete by the 2023-24 ski season. This lift will be pretty much identical to the Jordan 8 by featuring heated, ergonomic seats, individual head & foot rests, weather-proof Sunday River Red bubble covers, automatically lowering and locking restraining bar, 13 towers with 63 chairs, and a ride time of just under 5 minutes. This new lift will be a game changer for the Barker area and for Sunday River as a whole.

As well as the Barker 6, Sunday River is installing their second triple chair on Merrill Hill. The new triple chair will provide more opportunities for ski-in, ski-out homes on Merrill Hill. This lift is the second Doppelmayr lift getting installed at the River. While this lift wasn’t in the public eye as much as Barker 6 until this week, the two lifts should be complete when the snow flies. Check out the progress from a photo Sunday River posted this week over on Merrill Hill. See more by clicking the links below.

sundayriver.com

Facebook Video

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:

With all the rain we’ve gotten recently, please make sure to drive carefully when coming up to the Rangeley area. Some roads are flooded or washed out entirely in parts of Rangeley, Oquossoc, Bryan, Farmington, Farmington Falls, Jay, Wilton, and more. Drive safe, Mainely Skiers!

Weather:

Well, it’s looking like this weekend is perfect to be hanging out under the sun. Sadly, with the way things have been going, you need to cram all summer into these two days. It’s time to get out because Life is Better Outside!

See ya outside!

– Keegan

August 11, 2023

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (December 2, 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!

Opening Day at Saddleback:

Mark your calendars! Saddleback Mountain opens on December 10! Crews are working around the clock to make sure we have a solid opening and season. Lift Maintenance strung the haul rope this week, and snowmakers have been blowing that beautiful white stuff we all love whenever temps allow. Plus, various updates around the resort:

Retail – Moved back to the original location (Open Friday – Sunday, 11:00am-4:00pm)
15% Off Early Season Lodging – Use code MtnHolly at checkout. *Participating properties only.
Rental Shop – Open for pre-season tune-ups and binding checks (Open Midweek 8:00am – 4:00pm and on the weekend from 9:00am – 4:00pm)
The PUB is open with a new menu! Check it out at saddlebackmaine.com/dining
New Ski School Programs – FUNdamentals of Ski Racing

To view all the various improvements and updates, check out the latest Saddleback email.

Photo: Saddleback’s New Sandy Quad before getting the haul rope (taken 11/25/22)

Mountain Report:

Saddleback: 0 / 68 Trails Open

Sugarloaf: 20 / 162 Trails Open

Sunday River: 19 / 139 Trails Open

Pleasant Mountain: 0 / 47 Trails Open

Trail of the Day: Candyside (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:
Saddleback Mountain Opening Day	December 10	December 10	One Day
Ski Patrol Christmas Dinner @ Saddleback	December 10	December 10	One Day
Pleasant Mountain Opening Day	December 10	December 10	One Day
Holiday Tree Lighting @ Sugarloaf	December 10	December 10	One Day
Sunday River Santa Sunday	December 11	December 11	One Day
Jordan 8 Opening (*tentative)	December 17	December 17	One Day
Winterfest Weekend @ Sunday River	December 17	December 18	Two Days
Christmas Vacation Week	December 26	December 30	Five Days

RLTC Joins Indy Pass:

The Rangeley Lakes Trails Center has officially been added to the Indy Pass roster. RLTC is on the Saddleback Access Road and is a perfect visit on those wind-hold days or if you’re looking for something else to do during the long vacation weeks. With roughly 30 miles of trails, they have what you’re looking for XC Trails, Fatbiking, Hiking, and more. For more information, click the link below! Congrats, RLTC – Welcome to the Indy Pass!

rangeleylakestrailscenter.org

Jordan 8 Opening:

Get ready to ride Maine’s only High-Speed 8-Person Lift! Sunday River’s Jordan 8 lift, as part of the Sunday River 2030 plan, has a tentative opening date of December 17. They are choosing to raffle tickets to ride this to benefit the River Fund, and Maine Adaptive. Tickets will be sold for $5 dollars and won’t be included in the cost of a normal lift ticket. This raffle is choose the first 8 people, or first chair, to ride the lift. For all the special details, click here. To learn all about it along with purchasing a ticket, click the link below.

sundayriver.com

Saddleback Ski Patrol:

As we gear up for an incredible ski season, consider sponsoring a Saddleback Ski Patroller! Did you know a volunteer ski patroller spends $87 on fees and registration plus gas and lodging for two days of training before even getting on the mountain? You can help offset that cost so our patrollers can keep doing what they do best! To donate, click the link below.

saddlebackmaine.com

Registration for Santa Sunday Is Now Open:

Signups for Sunday River’s Santa Sunday are open now! You don’t want to miss this special holiday event. The more the merrier and they’re always accepting people. Sign up by clicking 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. 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 Camera Webcam overlooking the Rangeley Express and new Sandy Quad Construction. (Photo Taken 12/2/22 @ 7:50am)

Last Chair:

With Saddleback’s opening day less than 10 days away, are you ready? The base area is looking very busy with lots of guns going, people working on the haul rope, and more! If you’re ripping it up on the slopes this winter, make sure to tag us on Twitter (@mainelyskiing) and we’ll repost!

Weather:

This past week was pretty wild. Temps fluctuated from favorable to non-favorable within a few hours. This wacky weather pattern made the jobs of snowmakers almost impossible. On one hand, the wind has died down which will allow snowmakers to make snow on the trails, rather than in the woods, however, we are forecasting some non-solid precipitation on Saturday. Make sure to check out the Mountain Lift Status as more lifts are opening daily. Click the link below for more.

mainelyskiing.com

Fingers crossed for solid, frozen, precipitation!

– Keegan

December 2, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (October 21, 2022)

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 Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry’s (DACF) final Foliage Report for October 19 indicates past peak conditions throughout most of the state. Peak conditions are occurring along the immediate coast in zone one with high leaf drop (more than 70 percent).

As we close the books on this spectacular fall foliage season, we’d like to give a shout-out and a huge thank you to all our leaf lovers and to everyone that shared their memorable fall foliage photos with us, added Ross.

This Week’s Foliage Outlook

“For those of you who are adventurous and still want to catch a glimpse of the fall colors, a hike in and around the blueberry barrens in DownEast Maine is a must-see! If you have never seen the blueberry barrens ablaze with the fall colors, you will not be disappointed. For those of you who plan to visit Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, you will be required to wear a mask in indoor spaces, due to an uptick in COVID-19 transmission levels,” said Gale Ross, fall foliage spokesperson.

Calendar Adds:

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:
CRNEMBA Trail Work Day	October 29	October 29	One Day
Job Fair @ Pleasant Mountain	November 5	November 5	One Day
Rangeley Craft Fair	November 12	November 12	One Day
Ski Patrol Christmas Dinner @ Saddleback	December 10	December 10	One Day
Pleasant Mountain Opening Day	December 10	December 10	One Day
Holiday Tree Lighting @ Sugarloaf	December 10	December 10	One Day
Winterfest Weekend @ Sunday River	December 17	December 18	Two Days
Christmas Vacation Week	December 26	December 30	Five Days

CRNEMBA Trail Work Day:

Join Sugarloaf and Carrabassett Valley Academy for the CRNEMBA Trail Work Day. Happening this October 29, help out by giving back to the trails. Bring the kids; trail work is a fun way for the family to get outside together and contribute to the community.

THE WORK: We generally work from 9:00 AM till 2:00 PM raking, lopping, trimming, and occasionally tackling more significant maintenance projects. Our focus is on safety and fun. We’ll tailor assignments to your comfort level and we’re glad to have you for only part of the day if that’s all you have to give.

ITEMS TO BRING: Water, sturdy gloves and footwear, safety glasses/protective eyewear, insect repellent, rain gear (just in case), lunch or snacks. We provide any specialized tools that may be needed but it’s helpful If you have hand tools that you can bring (such as leaf rakes, loppers, hand saws, hand shears). A cell phone is also a good idea so we can communicate on issues that may pop up.

Competition Hill Construction:

Crews started groundwork on Sugarloaf’s newest lift, Competition Hill, A new Doppelmayr T-Bar in collaboration with Sugarloaf and CVA to create a world-class training environment. This new lift, paired with fully automated snowmaking equipment will help give racers the confidence to go big! Sugarloaf hopes this new lift will help take pressure off main lifts on busy days. Watch the project take form by clicking the link below.

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Jordan 8:

The new Jordan 8 construction is moving nicely. The crew at Sunday River and Doppelmayr only have a few more things before the lift will be taking skiers to the top of Jordan Peak. Those items include Aligning Towers, Pulling the haul rope, and putting chairs on the line. For the latest video update, click the link below.

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Saddleback Webcams:

Have you visited the Saddleback Webcams? With three cameras scattered across the mountain, you’re guaranteed to get the best sunset. You can 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 received delivery of the towers and the bottom terminal has started to take form. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

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Photo: Base Webcam looking out over the Rangeley High-Speed Quad and new Sandy Quad. Photo Taken 10/13/22 at 6:00pm.

Weather:

What a wet week! Most of Maine saw heavy rainfall throughout this past week. Some areas even saw flooding. If storm chasing is your thing, hit up Smalls Falls for some great late-season flow. Over the weekend, we have sunshine on tap with highs in the low 60’s. We’re gearing up for an awesome fall weekend in Maine.

Get out and enjoy it!

– Keegan

October 21, 2022

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	70	61	66
Low:	51	50	48

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	57	53	54
Low:	35	36	38

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	61	59	53
Low:	40	39	41

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	52	50	45
Low:	39	32	26

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	52	46	52
Low:	41	33	35

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