WINTER FESTIVAL in Auburn Feb. 6-8, 2015 Auburn’s Winter Festival is a celebration of everything winter. Winter is the longest of our four seasons here in Maine, so why not get out and enjoy it? The 2015 Auburn Winter Festival will begin on Friday, Feb. 6, and conclude on Sunday, Feb. 8. Festival events and […]
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Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing
Maine is a winter wonderland and its Parks and Public Lands offer ample opportunities to ski and snowshoe. If you are new to either activity, check the year-at-glance event calendar at www.maine.gov for the arrival of the Ski and Snowshoe Trailer at a Park near you and get free use of the gear with your […]
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Get ready for some Maine skiing!
Every year, more than 14 million Americans, many of them seniors, take to the slopes. Aware of their senior clientele, several resorts now offer seasoned skiers discounts on lodging, transportation, lift tickets, ski equipment rentals and more. As with any sport, accidents occur and some skiers, even seasoned veterans, experience injuries. Unfortunately, many of these […]
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What’s new at Maine ski resorts
Also, some of the state’s larger areas and resorts recognizing the value of skiers created by Lost Valley’s learning programs came through with donations as well. As a result, the area will open and money will be spent in more efficient snowmaking and lighting to help with expenses. Make a note to ski Lost Valley […]
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Trends in ski equipment this year
Is this your year for new skis? If it is and you didn’t take advantage of the pre-season sales, you have two choices. Take advantage of demos to find the right ski or rely on the advice of your shop. When I say rely on the advice of your shop, I’m assuming you have a […]
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Your snowblower tuneup checklist
“Proper maintenance of your snowblower, particularly at the start of the season, is critical to its safe and efficient operation,” said Jeffrey Linderman, outdoor power equipment specialist for RepairClinic.com. “Simple and inexpensive to dos completed now will extend the life of the snowblower and reduce likelihood of a mid-winter breakdown.” Here is a checklist to […]
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Dirigo boys’ basketball preview
Overview: After getting knocked out in the regional semifinals each of the past two seasons, Dirigo welcomes back an experienced group that appears poised to challenge in a loaded Class C West race. Robinson is one of the best players in the state, regardless of class, having averaged more than 25 points per game as […]
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Edward Little boys’ basketball preview
Overview: Based on its deep returning cast, Edward Little was the consensus No. 1 preseason pick by KVAC coaches. Jensen, Main, Sterling and Roe were 2013-14 starters and are joined by Mileikis, who missed the entire regular season with a broken foot. The Cedre brothers and Cox saw key time off the bench. Adams never […]
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St. Dom’s boys’ basketball preview
Overview: The Saints graduated four players who keyed consecutive runs to the opening round of the playoffs. St. Dom’s will need bigger contributions from role players as well as immediate input from new faces to keep that streak intact. Wagner’s size could give MVC opponents trouble. Bryant may emerge as one of the league’s best […]
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Spruce Mountain boys’ basketball preview
Overview: On the heels of a disappointing loss to eventual Class B West champion Poland in the regional quarterfinals, Spruce Mountain moves to a new league (KVAC) with a new head coach and most of its key components returning. Ring and Theriault were the one-two punch a year ago, while York, Kachnovich, Andrew Darling and […]