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!
Lighting Test At BigRock:
On Wednesday, BigRock did a test of their LED lights for night skiing and just as we all expected (because they are LED), they lit up the Mars Hill sky despite being a very bright moon. Night skiing will be offered on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday this season. See the full post made to Facebook by clicking the link below.
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: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Ski Association Ski Swap at Lost Valley | November 9 | November 9 | One Day |
| Bridal Show & Tasting @ Sugarloaf | November 9 | November 9 | One Day |
| Dinner, Silent & Live Auction @ BMOM | November 15 | November 15 | One Day |
| Camden Snow Bowl Open House | November 16 | November 16 | One Day |
| Opening Weekend at Sugarloaf | November 21 | November 23 | Three Days |
| Thanksgiving Dinner @ Sunday River | November 27 | November 27 | One Day |
| Downeast Ski Club Ski Sale & Winter Expo | November 29 | November 29 | One Day |
| Opening Day at Saddleback | December 5 | December 5 | One Day |
| Holiday Auction @ Titcomb | December 5 | December 5 | One Day |
| Tentative Opening Weekend at Pleasant Mountain | December 6 | December 7 | Two Days |
| Demo Day @ Sugarloaf | December 6 | December 6 | One Day |
| Santa Sunday @ Sunday River | December 7 | December 7 | One Day |
| Opening Day at BigRock | December 12 | December 12 | One Day |
| Tree Lighting at Sugarloaf | December 13 | December 13 | One Day |
| Welcome to Winter with WinterKids | December 18 | December 18 | One Day |
| Christmas Vacation Week | December 22 | December 26 | Five Days |
Auburn Ski Association Ski Swap:
Head over to Lost Valley on Sunday, November 9th from 9:00am – 2:00pm for the Auburn Ski Association Ski Swap. Find skis, snowboards, nordic skis, boots, and race gear. For more information about the Auburn Ski Association or the ski swap, click the link below.
Mainely Skiing Gear Guide:
Stock up on everything you will need based on your skill level with our Gear Guide. Complete with the best gear at each price point, as well as my favorite gear (what I’m currently using). Check it out by clicking the link below.
Pleasant Mountain Sunnyside Update:
This past week, Pleasant Mountain received delivery of a new haul rope for their Sunnyside Triple Chair. In the coming weeks, crews will splice the new cable together and get it installed. Read the full post and see all the photos by clicking the link below.
Bridal Show & Tasting at Sugarloaf:
Visit Sugarloaf’s most popular reception venue, the King Pine Room, come to life during their 3rd Annual Sugarloaf Bridal Show. On Sunday, November 9, experience Sugarloaf from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Learn more below.
Mt. Jefferson – Cheapest Tickets In Maine:
Mt. Jefferson is offering tickets for $30 (adult rate) this season. Season passes are $259 (adult rate) and they are actively looking for volunteers to help run the mountain. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer, click the link below.
Sizing Charts:
Need some new gear as we prepare for the upcoming season? Check out our Sizing Charts page which has specs for ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis. See the page by clicking the link below.
mainelyskiing.com/sizing-charts
Christmas Vacation Week:
Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.
Dinner, Silent & Live Auction at BMOM:
Join Black Mountain of Maine as they gear up and fundraise for the upcoming ski season at their annual Dinner, Silent & Live Auction. On Saturday, November 15, the base lodge will be buzzing with lots of activities. More info on the auction coming later. Learn more below.
Camden Snow Bowl Open House:
Join the friendly staff at Camden Snow Bowl from 3-6pm at their lodge for a celebration of the season to come! Meet the staff, sign up for programs, and purchase your season pass. Food, drink and raffle prizes await. Learn more below.
Opening Weekend At Sugarloaf:
Sugarloaf is currently planning on welcoming the skiers of Maine back to their slopes on Friday, November 21, sending the first chair up for their 75th season. Learn more and follow along with their mountain report below.
Downeast Ski Club Ski Sale & Winter Expo:
Head on down to the Portland Expo at Park Ave in Portland on November 29 for their annual Ski Sale & Winter Expo. The Doors open at 8:00am and the sale goes until 3:00pm. Admission is free and the deals can be had all day long. Learn more using the link below.
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, Camden Snow Bowl, 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.
Decorate in Style:
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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
Webcams:
Keep an eye on your favorite mountain with their webcams. With multiple cameras, you’re guaranteed to get the best view. Watching the sunset? You can go back in time if you missed the best part. Check them out. by clicking the link below!
Last Chair:
We’ve been on a temperature roller coaster recently. One day it appears to be go-time for snowmakers and then the next we’re sitting inside, watching the rain and wind against our windows with the thermometer showing 51°. I’m just wondering when we can get off this ride and finally enter the ride of winter.
Weather:
Sugarloaf and Sunday River were making snow yesterday but the incoming warmth will throw a wrench into those plans. We’re hoping they see what we see for next week! Light snow might be found in the mountains tonight but will quickly change to rain, washing all of it away. Even at elevation, the temps being in the mid 40’s could make it all disappear.
| Day: | Friday: | Saturday: | Sunday: |
| High: | 38°  | 44° | 37° |
| Low: | 23° | 29° | 27° |
Those snow dances are helping!
– Keegan
