Every year the Flagstaff Area Business Association puts on the Polar Blast, a winter carnival type event in the communities of Eustis and Stratton that is fun for the whole family. This years event takes place February 2-4th. This footage from two years ago explains why the Polar Blast is… well… a blast and also why its important to the town and local businesses in the area. For more information check out FABA’s website at www.eustismaine.com. We hope to see you there! (more…)

Maybe you’re new to the area and you’re curious where the best places are to eat. Or perhaps you’re a grizzled ol’ local, but you’re considering mixing it up a bit and checking out some new spots. Whatever the case, WSKI is here to help with our brand new Dining Guide! Think of it as your helpful companion to discovering what’s tasty on the mountain and beyond. Check out the video below, and it’s always available on the left-hand side of the screen under “Dining Guide.”

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It’s been nearly two years in the making (or five years, depending on who you ask), but it’s finally here! The brand new Carrabassett Valley Recreational Bridge is open to the public. Located behind the Carrabassett Inn, this impressive new span connects some great trails for the first time ever. Whether you’re snowmobiling, cross-country skiing or hiking, it’s an exciting new development for the community.

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Doors open on the first Friday of each month in downtown Kingfield from 5-8pm to view art, meet friends, and enjoy refreshments, music and poetry. The artwalk is open to the public and free of charge. So next time you’re driving through Kingfield on the first  Friday of the month on your way to Sugarloaf be sure to stop and check things out! (more…)

The Ski Museum of Maine is located above the Sugarloaf Sports Outlet on Main street in Kingfield.  It’s a great place to go check out the rich history of the sport we know and love. This video was taken on the night of its grand opening in 2009. Check them out online at skimuseumofmaine.org. (more…)

WSKI gives viewers the latest information on events & activities around the western mountains of Maine. (more…)

The Maine Huts and Trails network of trails offers many options for some quick day hikes or multi day overnight trips. A short and easy hike close to rt 27 in Carrabassett Valley  just off the Carraige road at Valley Crossing is the Larrys loop trail. (more…)

Picture miles of trails up mountains, alongside lakes, away from it all deep in the woods of the western mountains of Maine, yet with easy access to rooms & eateries along the way! (more…)

Come along for the ride as we check out the new Kids/Beginner loop at the Sugarloaf Outdoor center. (more…)

Click here for a video hike up Snow Mtn located just below the Chain of Ponds area in Franklin County. (more…)

Located just off route 4 below Rangeley in Sandy River plantation lies a wonderful short walk to a spectacular set of waterfalls and pools. Acquired by Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust, this 2000 foot gorge has a 16 ft waterfall and hosts some wicked deep depths. An excellent spot on a hot summer day in the Western Mountains of Maine. (more…)

The Rangeley Lakes region is full of great things to do in the outdoors. Whether it be fishing, boating, biking, hiking or just enjoying the sounds of the wind blowing through the trees or the birds singing, there is something for everyone. (more…)

A few members of the Carrabassett Region chapter of NEMBA explain why they ride here in Carrabassett Valley and the surrounding areas… (more…)

For a magnificent view of the western Maine mountains, & especially Sugarloaf, the 360 degree look from the summit of Burnt Mountain can’t be beat! (more…)

This is a super, relatively easy half-day hike with a million dollar view of the western Maine mountains & lakes. 

Bald Mountain directions from Sugarloaf Ski Resort:

From the base of the Sugarloaf access road, head North (Right) on ME 27/16.

Once in Stratton Take a Left (S.West) onto ME 16 towards Rangeley.

Continue on ME 16 (Watch for Moose!!!) until the junction on RT 4 in Rangeley.

Turn Right (West) onto RT 4 towards Oquossoc. About 6 miles west of Rangeley look for Bald Mtn road on the left after the junction of RT 17 in Oquossoc.

After turning onto Bald Mtn Road you will see a sign and parking area on the left of the Bald Mtn Hiking Trail. The Trail heads East from the parking area.

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Lionel from Happy Tunes stopped by the WSKI studios to talk about what’s happening down at Happy Tunes at Valley Crossing and the upcoming summer kayak expeditions… (more…)

Bill Munzer, president of Carrabassett Valley’s J.V. Wing Snowmobile Club, paid WSKI a visit to share their message of the Excellent Riding conditions in the western mountains of Maine being the best it’s been in a few seasons! (more…)