By now, many Maine skiers know that the U.S. Alpine Championships will come to Sugarloaf on March 24-29 and the best ski racers on the U.S. Ski Team will be in the competition. We also know there will be some Canadian skiers in the races and some up-and-coming young Maine skiers will also get to […]
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Regional ski areas off to a good start
What a difference a year makes. Operators of central Maine ski areas were breathing easier Monday compared to this time last year, when sparse snowfalls followed by rain and warmer temperatures made for a disappointing season. Mother Nature has been more generous with the white stuff while delivering consistently freezing temperatures that have allowed for […]
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The ski season has arrived in Maine
While the actual skiing has just arrived here in Maine, plenty of ski-related activities have already occurred. A number of ski areas celebrate Columbus Day with homecoming weekends. Some have special events, such as Sunday River’s craft fair and wife-carrying championships. Sugarloaf has homecoming weekend and Shawnee Peak and Mt. Abram have special get-togethers. The […]
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Skiing: Spring conditions always mixed bag
I don’t know how many times I have driven from Maine to Vermont, sometimes heading for northern areas and others to the southern part of the state. I have driven in all kinds of weather, from super cold to warm spring days, but never have I experienced a drive like we had a week ago […]
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Black Mountain introduces new two-day pass
RUMFORD — Black Mountain of Maine plans to introduce a new pass so skiers and snowboarders can hit the slopes any two Fridays throughout the season, with lunch provided. Marketing Director Deanna Kersey said that “over the years, our glade skiing has unquestionably increased.” “We now have 14 glades in addition to our 35 alpine […]
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Snowstorm causes slippery roads, several crashes
LEWISTON — Tuesday’s snowstorm brought wind, snow and slick roads. Snow began to fall and accumulate just after 3 p.m. and picked up quickly. The total was expected to be up to 7 inches in the region by Wednesday morning, according the National Weather Service. Temperatures hovered around 24 degrees Fahrenheit most of the day, […]