FARMINGTON — On Wednesday, February 22 Titcomb Mountain will host the Titcomb Challenge, run by students from the University of Maine at Farmington Alpine Operations Certificate Program. The twelve hour event will include a variety of races, competitions and fun for all ages.
The event will coincide with Titcomb’s spaghetti dinner from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. and talented UMF artist, Lindsay Mower will also be performing during the evening.
Lifts will be running from 9 a.m.-7.30 p.m. with events taking place throughout the day, ending with a light parade followed by an awards ceremony in the lodge from 8 p.m.- 9 p.m. Regular ticket rates apply. For a fee of $5 entrants can participate in eight different events. Skier and snowboarders of all skills levels are welcomed. The day’s events are a boot race, costume contest, alpine skate, ski ballet, highest Ollie contest, rail jam, Nordic push and a light parade. All minors must be accompanied by a guardian to sign the event registration form.
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