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Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (November 11, 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!

Best of 207:

Saddleback needs your help! Make sure to vote for them for Best of 207 in the Ski Resort category. To cast your vote, click the link below. Then click Stay & Play > Ski Mountain. Plus, you can vote every day so make sure to save the link. Voting ends Friday, November 18.

vote207.com

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:
Rangeley Craft Fair	November 12	November 12	One Day
Best of 207 Voting	November 1	November 18	Every Day
Saddleback Pub Reopens for Winter Season	November 25	November 25	On 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

Thank A Veteran:

Happy Veteran’s Day! Make sure to thank a veteran today! After all, if they didn’t fight, we wouldn’t have the freedom to ski all winter long! On behalf of Mainely Skiing – Thank you for all you’ve done for this great country!

Competition Hill Construction:

Crews are raping up 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. In the past few weeks, they have been working hard to make the lift spin this upcoming winter. They spliced the haul rope, 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.

gocva.com

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.

facebook.com/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 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 Bullwheels and the bottom terminal has started to take form. 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 11/10/22 @ 11:22am)

Weather:

As we look at the way things are going with the forecast, we all are thinking winter will never be here. Thankfully, with the jet stream blowing cold arctic air in, we’ll be in for a treat next week. Also, your eyes aren’t deceiving you, they’re calling for a winter mix on Sunday. Although it won’t equate to anything, it’s still snow. Periods of rain and snow will be likely in the evening on Sunday Night.

Thank you veterans!

– Keegan

November 11, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (November 4, 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!

Photo: Quill Hill, Kyle Haley Photography

Best of 207:

Saddleback needs your help! Make sure to vote for them for Best of 207 in the Ski Resort category. To cast your vote, click the link below. Then click Stay & Play > Ski Mountain. Plus, you can vote every day so make sure to save the link. Voting ends Friday, November 18.

vote207.com

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:
Job Fair @ Pleasant Mountain	November 5	November 5	One Day
Rangeley Craft Fair	November 12	November 12	One Day
Best of 207 Voting	November 1	November 18	Every 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

Pleasant Mountain Job Fair:

Join Pleasant Mountain on Saturday, November 5, from 10:00am – 2:00pm to learn about the various jobs and to view openings. These mountains are waiting for you to send in an application. If you or anyone you know wants to work at a ski mountain, follow the link below!

pleasantmountain.com

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.

gocva.com

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.

facebook.com/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 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.

saddlebackmaine.com

Photo: Saddleback Webcam Base Camera looking out over the Rangeley Express and New Sandy Quad. (Taken 11/3/22 @ 2:05pm)

Weather:

Come on Mother Nature! What is this? The calendar says November but our forecast says early fall. Sadly we won’t see cold temps for a while which will hurt the snowmaking window. Lets do those snow dances!

Make sure to vote Saddleback!

– Keegan

November 4, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (October 28, 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!

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.

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

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.

gocva.com

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.

facebook.com/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 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.

saddlebackmaine.com

Photo: Sanday Quad construction from Saddleback’s Base Lodge camera. (Taken 11:33am 10/27/22)

Weather:

Maine saw another week of bad weather with rain clouds. Thankfully, we’re expecting a turn of events this weekend. Over the three days, we have sunshine and high temps. Plus, the lows are getting back down to prime snowmaking weather! Keep doing those snow dances!!

Happy National Chocolate Day!

– Keegan

October 28, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (September 9, 2022)

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

Sugarloaf Uphill Climb:

Registration is now open for the Uphill Clinmb which returns Sunday, October 9th. Important Info:

Starting at the SuperQuad, racers will run/hike/trudge about 2400 vertical feet to the summit.
There will be two water stops along the course, offering water only.
This race will occur rain or shine, so please plan accordingly and bring plenty of extra layers for the summit.
No racers will be allowed on-course who have not registered, received a bib, or signed a liability release.

Sign up and get ready for a great run! For more information and how to register, click the link below.

sugarloaf.com

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:
Sunday Funday Geocaching	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Haley Pond Sunset SUP	June 1	September 14	Every Wednesday
Saddleback Oktoberfest	October 8	October 8	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend	October 8	October 9	Two Days
Sugarloaf Uphill Climb	October 9	October 9	One Day
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides	July 3	October 10	Every Day

Jordan 8 Update:

Progress on Sunday River’s newest lift, Jordan 8, a Doppelmayr 8-person high-speed lift, is moving fast. The top terminal’s concrete foundations got poured last week. Typically, crews will work on one terminal at a time and they have almost completed the bottom terminal. They received the parts from Europe and the tower heads have been assembled. Just a few things left before it’s ripping us up the mountain. Check out this video from Sunday River’s Facebook Page.

facebook.com/sundayriver

Sugarloaf Pump House:

Throughout the off-season, crews at Sugarloaf have been busy building a booster pump house above Bullwinkle’s. During a press release, the mountain said “The new pump house, combined with the addition of 107 new high-efficiency HKD snowguns will increase the number of guns the resort can run simultaneously under optimal conditions from roughly 130 to nearly 230. This will allow the resort to cover and open more terrain earlier in the season.” All of this is working for a better western mountain experience with the upcoming West Mountain High-Speed Lift and Timberline replacement/upgrade in the following years.

Scenic Lift Rides:

Before summer started, we talked about various mountains offering lift rides throughout the off-season. Both Sugarloaf and Sunday River have picked it up again with rides up/down the mountain. The Chondola will be taking people from the base of the mountain to North Peak and the SuperQuad will be spinning to allow the use of the SuperQuad area of Sugarloaf. 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

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 poured concrete for the bottom terminal and work is still going on. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

saddlebackmaine.com

Photo: Top of the World (8/1/22 @ 7:55pm)

Weather:

Last weekend was the unofficial end of summer. According to these temps, it looks like summer might be holding on some more. Check out the temps below.

Have a great weekend

-Keegan

September 9, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (September 2, 2022)

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

Sugarloaf Uphill Climb:

Registration is now open for the Uphill Clinmb which returns Sunday, October 9th. Important Info:

Starting at the SuperQuad, racers will run/hike/trudge about 2400 vertical feet to the summit.
There will be two water stops along the course, offering water only.
This race will occur rain or shine, so please plan accordingly and bring plenty of extra layers for the summit.
No racers will be allowed on-course who have not registered, received a bib, or signed a liability release.

Sign up and get ready for a great run! For more information and how to register, click the link below.

sugarloaf.com

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:
Sunday Funday Geocaching	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Afternoon Common Loon Paddle	June 1	August 31	Every Wednesday
Haley Pond Sunset SUP	June 1	September 14	Every Wednesday
Saddleback Oktoberfest	October 8	October 8	One Day
Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend	October 8	October 9	Two Days
Sugarloaf Uphill Climb	October 9	October 9	One Day
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides	July 3	October 10	Every Day

Jordan 8 Update:

Progress on Sunday River’s newest lift, Jordan 8, a Doppelmayr 8-person high-speed lift, is moving fast. The top terminal’s concrete foundations got poured last week. Typically, crews will work on one terminal at a time and they have almost completed the bottom terminal. They received the parts from Europe and the tower heads have been assembled. Just a few things left before it’s ripping us up the mountain. Check out this video from Sunday River’s Facebook Page.

facebook.com/sundayriver

Sugarloaf Pump House:

Throughout the off-season, crews at Sugarloaf have been busy building a booster pump house above Bullwinkle’s. During a press release, the mountain said “The new pump house, combined with the addition of 107 new high-efficiency HKD snowguns will increase the number of guns the resort can run simultaneously under optimal conditions from roughly 130 to nearly 230. This will allow the resort to cover and open more terrain earlier in the season.” All of this is working for a better western mountain experience with the upcoming West Mountain High-Speed Lift and Timberline replacement/upgrade in the following years.

Scenic Lift Rides:

Before summer started, we talked about various mountains offering lift rides throughout the off-season. Both Sugarloaf and Sunday River have picked it up again with rides up/down the mountain. The Chondola will be taking people from the base of the mountain to North Peak and the SuperQuad will be spinning to allow the use of the SuperQuad area of Sugarloaf. 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

Nature Walk and Geocaching:

Are your kids itching to get out of the house? Maybe some geocaching is in their future! Or, something for the whole family, a good ol’ walk in our backyard! Whatever you fancy, Saddleback has your outdoor goals. As the time gets closer, we’ll go into more detail.

Nature Walk – Every Saturday starting May 28 Click here
Geocaching – Every Sunday starting May 29 Click here

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 poured concrete for the bottom terminal and work is still going on. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

saddlebackmaine.com

Weather:

Labor Day Weekend, It’s here. Time to get out on the boat for one last weekend. After this, it’s all downhill from here, which I think means downhill skiing! Here are the temps for this weekend.

Happy Labor Day Weekend!

-Keegan

September 2, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (August 19, 2022)

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

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:
Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast	May 27	August 26	Every Friday
Kids Free Nature Walk	May 28	August 27	Every Saturday
Sunday Funday Geocaching	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Afternoon Common Loon Paddle	June 1	August 31	Every Wednesday
Haley Pond Sunset SUP	June 1	September 14	Every Wednesday
Free Kids Bike Group Trip	June 2	September 1	Every Thursday
Morning Flow Yoga	June 4	August 27	Every Saturday
Hatha Yoga	June 5	August 28	Every Sunday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides	July 3	October 10	Every Day
3-Day Fly Fishing Experience (August)	August 24	August 26	Three Days

Jordan 8 Update:

Progress on Sunday River’s newest lift, Jordan 8, a Doppelmayr 8-person high-speed lift, is moving fast. The top terminal’s concrete foundations got poured last week. Typically, crews will work on one terminal at a time as now both terminals have been completed with the necessary groundwork. They received the parts from Europe and the tower heads have been assembled. All that’s left now is for the parts to be placed on the mountain! Check out this video from Sunday River’s Facebook Page.

facebook.com/sundayriver

Sugarloaf Pump House:

Throughout the off-season, crews at Sugarloaf have been busy building a booster pump house above Bullwinkle’s. During a press release, the mountain said “The new pump house, combined with the addition of 107 new high-efficiency HKD snowguns will increase the number of guns the resort can run simultaneously under optimal conditions from roughly 130 to nearly 230. This will allow the resort to cover and open more terrain earlier in the season.” All of this is working for a better western mountain experience with the upcoming West Mountain High-Speed Lift and Timberline replacement/upgrade in the following years.

3-Day Fly Fishing Experience:

Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide!

Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” – A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics, and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 2: Student Practice Sessions – Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 3: Guided Fly Fishing from a Canoe. Get an early start for a full morning on the water! Time: 5 a.m. – 10 a.m.

For more information and to sign up for this incredible opportunity, click the links below:

Date Range	Link To More Information
August 24-26	saddlebackmaine.com

Kids Bike Group Trip:

Saddleback’s bike trails are located in the South Branch area of the lower mountain. These gradually sloped trails include sections great for beginner riders. This weekly kid’s program will work on the transition from pavement riding to gravel and downhill biking. This program will run from June 2nd through the Thursday before Labor Day weekend.

BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike, or arrange to rent from the mountain.
Children will need to be registered and a waiver will be signed by a parent or guardian. Drop-ins are welcome, but participation requires a signed waiver.

saddlebackmaine.com

Scenic Lift Rides:

Before summer started, we talked about various mountains offering lift rides throughout the off-season. Both Sugarloaf and Sunday River have picked it up again with rides up/down the mountain. The Chondola will be taking people from the base of the mountain to North Peak and the SuperQuad will be spinning to allow the use of the SuperQuad area of Sugarloaf. 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

Friday Fire And Marshmallow Roast:

Who doesn’t love a good marshmallow roast? S’mores anyone? Make sure you sign up for these special events so you can get out into the community with the people you normally ski with! Just like the marshmallow roasts they did in the winter just warmer, make sure it’s on your calendar!

saddlebackmaine.com

Yoga:

This summer, Saddleback will be hosting a range of yoga classes taught by various certified yoga instructors. See the list below for the difference in classes. To see what class fits your busy life, click over to our Events Page

Morning Flow Yoga – Saturday Mornings from 8:30 – 9:30 am
This program is taught by Carrol & Robert and runs from June 4 to August 27.
Hatha Yoga – Sunday Mornings from 10:00 – 11:00 am
This program is taught by Kristina and runs from June 5 to August 28.

Nature Walk and Geocaching:

Are your kids itching to get out of the house? Maybe some geocaching is in their future! Or, something for the whole family, a good ol’ walk in our back yard! Whatever you fancy, Saddleback has your outdoor goals. As the time gets closer, we’ll go into more detail.

Nature Walk – Every Saturday starting May 28 Click here
Geocaching – Every Sunday starting May 29 Click here

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 poured concrete for the bottom terminal and work is still going on. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

saddlebackmaine.com

Weather:

The cool days and rain were nice to keep our lawns in good shape, but it wasn’t very helpful to get outside and do something fun. However, mother nature is throwing us a bone here and sending warm weather our way!

Have a great weekend!

-Keegan

August 19, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (August 12, 2022)

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

Oquossoc Day:

Oquossoc Day 2022 is happening this Saturday, August 13. There are loads of festivities happening all around the village. Plus, don’t miss the chance to win a River’s Edge Fishing Charter for four (4) people! Raffle tickets will be on sale throughout the day and the winner will be announced at the end of the festival.

Event Time	Event Name
10:00am – 4:00pm	Art & Antiques Show and Sale (Outdoor Heritage Muesum)
10:00am – 1:00pm	Tom Ball Band (LIVE in the Village sponsored by Skowhegan Savings Bank)
10:00am – 2:00pm	Car Show (Oquossoc Marine)
11:00am	Dog Show (Oquossoc Grocery)
12:00pm – 1:00pm	Cornhole Tournament (Oquossoc Cove)
1:00pm	Supercharged “Old Oquossoc” Themed Boat Parade (Oquossoc Cove Marina)
2:00pm	Maine Attraction Water Ski Show Team (Oquossoc Cove)
3:30pm	Happy Hour & Raffle Drawing (Portage Tap House)

Photo: Maine Attraction Water Ski Show Team

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:
Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast	May 27	August 26	Every Friday
Kids Free Nature Walk	May 28	August 27	Every Saturday
Sunday Funday Geocaching	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Afternoon Common Loon Paddle	June 1	August 31	Every Wednesday
Haley Pond Sunset SUP	June 1	September 14	Every Wednesday
Free Kids Bike Group Trip	June 2	September 1	Every Thursday
Morning Flow Yoga	June 4	August 27	Every Saturday
Hatha Yoga	June 5	August 28	Every Sunday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides	July 3	October 10	Every Day
Oquossoc Day 2022	August 13	August 13	One Day
3-Day Fly Fishing Experience (August)	August 24	August 26	Three Days

Jordan 8 Update:

Progress on Sunday River’s newest lift, Jordan 8, a Doppelmayr 8-person high-speed lift, is moving fast. The top terminal’s concrete foundations got poured last week. Typically, crews will work on one terminal at a time as now both terminals have been completed with the necessary groundwork. They received the parts from Europe and the tower heads have been assembled. All that’s left now is for the parts to be placed on the mountain! Check out this video from Sunday River’s Facebook Page.

facebook.com/sundayriver

Sugarloaf Pump House:

Throughout the off-season, crews at Sugarloaf have been busy building a booster pump house above Bullwinkle’s. During a press release, the mountain said “The new pump house, combined with the addition of 107 new high-efficiency HKD snowguns will increase the number of guns the resort can run simultaneously under optimal conditions from roughly 130 to nearly 230. This will allow the resort to cover and open more terrain earlier in the season.” All of this is working for a better western mountain experience with the upcoming West Mountain High-Speed Lift and Timberline replacement/upgrade in the following years.

3-Day Fly Fishing Experience:

Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide!

Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” – A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics, and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 2: Student Practice Sessions – Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 3: Guided Fly Fishing from a Canoe. Get an early start for a full morning on the water! Time: 5 a.m. – 10 a.m.

For more information and to sign up for this incredible opportunity, click the links below:

Date Range	Link To More Information
August 24-26	saddlebackmaine.com

Kids Bike Group Trip:

Saddleback’s bike trails are located in the South Branch area of the lower mountain. These gradually sloped trails include sections great for beginner riders. This weekly kid’s program will work on the transition from pavement riding to gravel and downhill biking. This program will run from June 2nd through the Thursday before Labor Day weekend.

BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike, or arrange to rent from the mountain.
Children will need to be registered and a waiver will be signed by a parent or guardian. Drop-ins are welcome, but participation requires a signed waiver.

saddlebackmaine.com

Scenic Lift Rides:

Before summer started, we talked about various mountains offering lift rides throughout the off-season. Both Sugarloaf and Sunday River have picked it up again with rides up/down the mountain. The Chondola will be taking people from the base of the mountain to North Peak and the SuperQuad will be spinning to allow the use of the SuperQuad area of Sugarloaf. 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

Friday Fire And Marshmallow Roast:

Who doesn’t love a good marshmallow roast? S’mores anyone? Make sure you sign up for these special events so you can get out into the community with the people you normally ski with! Just like the marshmallow roasts they did in the winter just warmer, make sure it’s on your calendar!

saddlebackmaine.com

Yoga:

This summer, Saddleback will be hosting a range of yoga classes taught by various certified yoga instructors. See the list below for the difference in classes. To see what class fits your busy life, click over to our Events Page

Morning Flow Yoga – Saturday Mornings from 8:30 – 9:30 am
This program is taught by Carrol & Robert and runs from June 4 to August 27.
Hatha Yoga – Sunday Mornings from 10:00 – 11:00 am
This program is taught by Kristina and runs from June 5 to August 28.

Nature Walk and Geocaching:

Are your kids itching to get out of the house? Maybe some geocaching is in their future! Or, something for the whole family, a good ol’ walk in our back yard! Whatever you fancy, Saddleback has your outdoor goals. As the time gets closer, we’ll go into more detail.

Nature Walk – Every Saturday starting May 28 Click here
Geocaching – Every Sunday starting May 29 Click here

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 poured concrete for the bottom terminal and work is still going on. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

saddlebackmaine.com

Weather:

While I personally enjoyed the week of warm days, we are on track to get a little bit of a break temperature-wise. This weekend’s temps will top out in the low 70’s and things will definitely feel cooler. You might want to break out those pants.

Have a cool weekend!

-Keegan

August 12, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (August 5, 2022)

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

Jordan 8 Update:

Progress on Sunday River’s newest lift, Jordan 8, a Doppelmayr 8-person high-speed lift, is moving fast. The top terminal’s concrete foundations got poured last week. Typically, crews will work on one terminal at a time as now both terminals have been completed with the necessary groundwork. They received the parts from Europe and the tower heads have been assembled. All that’s left now is for the parts to be placed on the mountain! Check out this video from Sunday River’s Facebook Page.

facebook.com/sundayriver

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:
Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast	May 27	August 26	Every Friday
Kids Free Nature Walk	May 28	August 27	Every Saturday
Sunday Funday Geocaching	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Afternoon Common Loon Paddle	June 1	August 31	Every Wednesday
Haley Pond Sunset SUP	June 1	September 14	Every Wednesday
Free Kids Bike Group Trip	June 2	September 1	Every Thursday
Morning Flow Yoga	June 4	August 27	Every Saturday
Hatha Yoga	June 5	August 28	Every Sunday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides	July 3	October 10	Every Day
3-Day Fly Fishing Experience (August)	August 24	August 26	Three Days

Sugarloaf Pump House:

Throughout the off-season, crews at Sugarloaf have been busy building a booster pump house above Bullwinkle’s. During a press release, the mountain said “The new pump house, combined with the addition of 107 new high-efficiency HKD snowguns will increase the number of guns the resort can run simultaneously under optimal conditions from roughly 130 to nearly 230. This will allow the resort to cover and open more terrain earlier in the season.” All of this is working for a better western mountain experience with the upcoming West Mountain High-Speed Lift and Timberline replacement/upgrade in the following years.

3-Day Fly Fishing Experience:

Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide!

Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” – A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics, and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 2: Student Practice Sessions – Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 3: Guided Fly Fishing from a Canoe. Get an early start for a full morning on the water! Time: 5 a.m. – 10 a.m.

For more information and to sign up for this incredible opportunity, click the links below:

Date Range	Link To More Information
August 24-26	saddlebackmaine.com

Kids Bike Group Trip:

Saddleback’s bike trails are located in the South Branch area of the lower mountain. These gradually sloped trails include sections great for beginner riders. This weekly kid’s program will work on the transition from pavement riding to gravel and downhill biking. This program will run from June 2nd through the Thursday before Labor Day weekend.

BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike, or arrange to rent from the mountain.
Children will need to be registered and a waiver will be signed by a parent or guardian. Drop-ins are welcome, but participation requires a signed waiver.

saddlebackmaine.com

Scenic Lift Rides:

Before summer started, we talked about various mountains offering lift rides throughout the off-season. Both Sugarloaf and Sunday River have picked it up again with rides up/down the mountain. The Chondola will be taking people from the base of the mountain to North Peak and the SuperQuad will be spinning to allow the use of the SuperQuad area of Sugarloaf. 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

Friday Fire And Marshmallow Roast:

Who doesn’t love a good marshmallow roast? S’mores anyone? Make sure you sign up for these special events so you can get out into the community with the people you normally ski with! Just like the marshmallow roasts they did in the winter just warmer, make sure it’s on your calendar!

saddlebackmaine.com

Yoga:

This summer, Saddleback will be hosting a range of yoga classes taught by various certified yoga instructors. See the list below for the difference in classes. To see what class fits your busy life, click over to our Events Page

Morning Flow Yoga – Saturday Mornings from 8:30 – 9:30 am
This program is taught by Carrol & Robert and runs from June 4 to August 27.
Hatha Yoga – Sunday Mornings from 10:00 – 11:00 am
This program is taught by Kristina and runs from June 5 to August 28.

Nature Walk and Geocaching:

Are your kids itching to get out of the house? Maybe some geocaching is in their future! Or, something for the whole family, a good ol’ walk in our back yard! Whatever you fancy, Saddleback has your outdoor goals. As the time gets closer, we’ll go into more detail.

Nature Walk – Every Saturday starting May 28 Click here
Geocaching – Every Sunday starting May 29 Click here

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. Click the link below to watch them build the new Sandy Quad.

saddlebackmaine.com

Weather:

We have been blessed with warm weather and sunny skies for the past few weekends. Thankfully, this one will be no different. With temps in the low/mid 80’s all weekend long, weather will be perfect for chilling out by the lake!

Have a peaceful weekend!

-Keegan

August 5, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (July 1, 2022)

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

Indy Pass:

The Indy Pass has added another resort to their list. Drum roll, please….. BigRock Mountain in Mars Hill will be added to the Indy Pass for the upcoming season. That brings the total number of resorts on the pass to 100. Maine is now home to two Indy Pass Resorts; Saddleback in Rangeley, and BigRock in Mars Hill. Our neighbors to the west – New Hampshire, has four resorts. Those being Black Mountain, Cannon, Pats Peak, and Waterville Valley. Shop the pass below.

indypass.com

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:
Friday Fire and Marshmallow Roast	May 27	August 26	Every Friday
Kids Free Nature Walk	May 28	August 27	Every Saturday
Sunday Funday Geocaching	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Saddleback Lake Sunset Canoe Trip	May 29	September 18	Every Sunday
Afternoon Common Loon Paddle	June 1	August 31	Every Wednesday
Haley Pond Sunset SUP	June 1	September 14	Every Wednesday
Free Kids Bike Group Trip	June 2	September 1	Every Thursday
Morning Flow Yoga	June 4	August 27	Every Saturday
Hatha Yoga	June 5	August 28	Every Sunday
Sunday River Scenic Lift Rides	July 3	October 10	Every Day
3-Day Fly Fishing Experience (July)	July 6	July 8	Three Days
New England Forest Rally	July 15	July 16	Two Days
Tough Mountain Challenge	July 23	July 23	One Day
3-Day Fly Fishing Experience (Women)	August 3	August 5	Three Days
3-Day Fly Fishing Experience (August)	August 24	August 26	Three Days

3-Day Fly Fishing Experience:

Enjoy a 3-day fly fishing experience led by our own Dr. Bill Richards, a Master Registered Maine Guide!

Day 1: Introduction to the “Art of Fly Fishing” – A little history of the Rangeley Region. An overview of fly fishing equipment and its application. Demonstration of the “overhead cast” and proper body position, fly rod grip, and mechanics, and begin to practice your skills with Coach Bill. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 2: Student Practice Sessions – Coach will offer feedback and constructive tips to help improve and perfect your cast. Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Day 3: Guided Fly Fishing from a Canoe. Get an early start for a full morning on the water! Time: 5 a.m. – 10 a.m.

For more information and to sign up for this incredible opportunity, click the links below:

Date Range	Link To More Information
July 6-8	saddlebackmaine.com
August 3-5 (Women)	saddlebackmaine.com
August 24-26	saddlebackmaine.com

Kids Bike Group Trip:

Saddleback’s bike trails are located in the South Branch area of the lower mountain. These gradually sloped trails include sections great for beginner riders. This weekly kid’s program will work on the transition from pavement riding to gravel and downhill biking. This program will run from June 2nd through the Thursday before Labor Day weekend.

BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike, or arrange to rent from the mountain.
Children will need to be registered and a waiver will be signed by a parent or guardian. Drop-ins are welcome, but participation requires a signed waiver.

saddlebackmaine.com

New England Forest Rally:

Welcome to the 31st running of the New England Forest Rally, the 2021 DirtFish rally of the year. Again in 2022, we expect a large and star-studded field. Taking place July 15 and 16, you can join the excitement in a number of ways; competing, volunteering, spectating, or by letting them do the driving and escort you to the best places to see NEFR on the Rally Bus.

Volunteer Registration is open! This is the safest way to be sure you see the action, along with helping to make the rally a reality. Please visit the volunteer page for more information.

Compete in this year’s New England Forest Rally (NEFR)! The rally will be held as a Friday/Saturday event counting toward the American Rally Association National Championship series. Sunday River will have a “Rally Village” display area on both Friday & Saturday. If you have sponsors or know of other companies who would like to be vendors or set up an exhibit at the village, please contact Karl Stone.

Spectate this incredible event. For access to the best viewing spots out on the stages, think about taking the spectator bus. Ride in style on the Rally bus, which includes food, beverage, and a knowledgeable guide. Most importantly, refer to the spectator guide for an events schedule, spectator locations, and everything else you may need!

Helpful Links:

Volunteer Registration: newenglandforestrally.com
Racer Registration: newenglandforestrally.com
Spectator Information: newenglandforestrally.com
Email Karl Stone: karl@teamoneil.com

Friday Fire And Marshmallow Roast:

Who doesn’t love a good marshmallow roast? S’mores anyone? Make sure you sign up for these special events so you can get out into the community with the people you normally ski with! Just like the marshmallow roasts they did in the winter just warmer, make sure it’s on your calendar!

saddlebackmaine.com

Yoga:

This summer, Saddleback will be hosting a range of yoga classes taught by various certified yoga instructors. See the list below for the difference in classes. To see what class fits your busy life, click over to our Events Page

Morning Flow Yoga – Saturday Mornings from 8:30 – 9:30 am
This program is taught by Carrol & Robert and runs from June 4 to August 27.
Hatha Yoga – Sunday Mornings from 10:00 – 11:00 am
This program is taught by Kristina and runs from June 5 to August 28.

Nature Walk and Geocaching:

Are your kids itching to get out of the house? Maybe some geocaching is in their future! Or, something for the whole family, a good ol’ walk in our back yard! Whatever you fancy, Saddleback has your outdoor goals. As the time gets closer, we’ll go into more detail.

Nature Walk – Every Saturday starting May 28 Click here
Geocaching – Every Sunday starting May 29 Click here

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. Click the link below to watch them get ready for the summer season!

saddlebackmaine.com

Photo: Top of the World (6/27/22 @ 7:12am)

Weather:

With the week we’ve been having temperature-wise, we’re in for a little treat! We hope you all have a happy and safe fourth. Make sure to take advantage of these warm temps and spend time with the people you love! Happy Independence Day, America! 🇺🇸

Have a happy and safe fourth!

-Keegan

July 1, 2022

Mainely Skiing Weekly Email (May 6, 2022)

Welcome to the first 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!

Summer Activities:

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

mainelyskiing.com

Fishing:

Have you ever wanted to try fishing? If yes, boy do we have a summer activity for you! Try out fly fishing with our man, Steve Kidder. Steve is the Supervisor of Lift Operators at Saddleback, Maine. You’ve probably seen him running around the Rangeley Lift at some point this past season. With guided outdoor tourism on the rise, get ahead of the crowd and book a reasonably priced guided fly fishing trip today! This is definitely on my summer bucket list! Check out his website below.

rangeleyonthefly.com

Quill Hill:

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

quillhillmaine.com

Mountain Biking:

If you’ve visited Saddleback this year you’ve probably seen the Rangeley Lakes Trails Center Yurt. This is a perfect all-season activity with Biking and Hiking trails in the summer months and XC-Skiing in the winter. Every Sunday morning, they host Dirt Church, a great way to get outdoors and onto a mountain bike with your friends. Every Sunday is different and never the same! Visit their website today!

rangeleylakestrailscenter.com

Saddleback Mountain Biking:

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

saddlebackmaine.com

Weather:

What a nice week to be outside in Maine. This weekend is looking to be more of the same great weather across the state. Plan ahead and get outside. Both Saturday and Sunday look like pure sun and almost no winds.

This summer, let’s all get outside and enjoy Maine!

-Keegan

May 6, 2022

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	61	62	44
Low:	53	40	24

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	65	67	67
Low:	47	56	55

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	51	57	61
Low:	29	34	39

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	77	80	70
Low:	53	56	57

Day:	Friday:	Saturday:	Sunday:
High:	71	76	72
Low:	49	54	51

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