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April 9th, 2012 Posted in People, Sugarloaf
WSKI was fortunate to have another extraordinary local athlete as our guest on the Mountain Report during his few days home for the first time in over a year & a half! 2007 Carrabassett Valley Academy graduate Jeremy Cota has had an amazing array of accomplishments as a member of the US Freestyle Ski Team, with this winter’s National title a befitting culmination to an excellent season! He had 12 top 10 finishes including four second place finishes in World Cup events in the 2011- 2012 season.
AND he represents us so well with his guileless down-to-earth attitude & self-effacing style, thnx Jeremy! Like we say at Sugarloaf: no need to brag, just show ‘em on the Hill!
www.freestyle.usskiteam.com/athletes/jeremy-cota
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Tags: carrabassett, Carrabassett Valley Academy, Jeremy Cota, maine, Mountain Report, sugarloaf, US Freestyle Ski Team, US National Moguls, wski
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April 8th, 2012 Posted in From The Archives, Sugarloaf
Several years ago Stub Taylor compiled some of his slides & we had him do a Voice Over to describe what each photograph was all about! Some need no narration, some are indicative of the rich history of skiing at Sugarloaf with its long-time reputation as the biggest mountain in Maine with the best skiers in New England, & some will make you wonder why we don’t get so much SNOW anymore; but they will all add to the legend that is Sugarloaf Mtn. Read More… »
Tags: 1950s, maine, mountain, ski history, ski legend, ski patrol, skiing, Stub Taylor
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April 5th, 2012 Posted in Events, Sugarloaf
It’s hard to imagine there’s ever been a time without Sugarloaf’s now world famous Reggae Fest, but as it so happens a mere 24 years ago the festival premiered for the very first time. It could hardly be called a festival back then, but today it’s one of the highlights of the year, an annual event every Sugarloafer looks forward to. And thanks to the return of cold temperatures it looks like we’ll be skiing during the Fest as well, something that seemed downright unthinkable just a week ago! Reggae Fest goes from April 12-15th this year. For those of you who have never been, we’ve included a video of what you’ve been missing. For those of you all too familiar with Reggae Fest, well, enjoy the flashback. Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett valley, festival, maine, maine tourism, outside, reggae, reggae fest, riding, skiing, snowboarding, sugarloaf, western maine mountains, wski, wski tv
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April 4th, 2012 Posted in Local Activities
It’s hard to argue that it’s been an unusual spring up here in the Western Mountains. What is easy to argue though, is when someone says there isn’t anything to do around here. In fact, the weird weather means you can go fly fishing first thing in the morning, then hit the slopes after lunch! The fly fishing season has officially begun and registered Maine Guide Bob Duport of Western Mountains Fly Fishing stopped in to the studio to discuss the new season and offer some handy tips. Whether you’re an experienced angler or sushi is the closest you’ve come to a live fish, give Bob a call to arrange your own guided expedition. Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett valley, fly fishing, local activities, maine, maine tourism, riding, skiing, snowboarding, sugarloaf, vacation, western maine mountains, wski, wski tv
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March 31st, 2012 Posted in Local Activities, WSKI
Lookin’ for stuff to do this weekend? Here is our status on outdoor activities and current conditions in the area. First off weather; it’s looking like Saturday will be the pick of the weekend as that’s the day we should see some bright sunshine. Temperatures are still a bit chilly especially after experiencing last week’s record breaking heat. Temps here in Carrabassett Valley should top out in the mid 40′s with overnight lows in the lower to mid 20′s… Read More… »
Tags: arnold trail, carrabassett, carrabassett valley, channel 17, flagstaff lake, hiking, kingfield, local business, local economy, maine, maine tourism, outside, paddling in maine, riding, ski, skiing, sugarloaf, travel, vacation, western maine, western maine mountains
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March 29th, 2012 Posted in From The Archives, Sugarloaf
Enjoy some classic ski film footage from forty plus years back! This fabulous bit of Sugarloaf marketing from the late ’60s is not exactly GoPro quality, but the essence of Sugarloaf is captured completely, & that’s still the reason why we love this region! Way back then, Sugarloaf was already the king of spring & we wrote the book on how to have a great time!!!!!!
The western mountains of Maine are ‘king’ all year round to us who live here; scenery, fun things to do, & friendly people; all would make any Royal glad to be here, too! Read More… »
Tags: canoe, maine, mountains, Old ski movie, ski, sugarloaf
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March 27th, 2012 Posted in Local Activities, People
There’s no doubt about it: if you like the outdoors, you’ll like where we live here in the western mountains of Maine! Hiking, canoeing & exploring are a few of the activities that are a foundation for great adventures, & the ingredients for success are great people to share the experience with! When newly elected president of CVOA Paul Trueworthy & wife Linda visited with us at WSKI, we got to hear about the many community projects & fabulous excursions to beautiful places that the members of CVOA are involved in! Fun bunch of folks, check out their website: www.cvoutdoors.com Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett, hiking, megantic, New England mountains, Outdoors, waterfall, western maine
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March 26th, 2012 Posted in Local Activities
Looking for something to do? Love the Outdoors? Last weeks warm weather get you all fired up for warm weather activities? Well, your in luck. A great “springtime” hike or first hike of the season is Tumbledown mtn just north of Weld in Franklin county. We took the Brook trail up to the summit of west peak on Tumbledown and enjoyed a great hike with spectacular views. Read More… »
Tags: hiking, hiking in maine, maine, maine tourism, outside, Spring Hiking, sugarloaf, Tumbledown, tumbledown pond, vacation, weld, western maine mountains, wski, wski tv, wskitv
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March 25th, 2012 Posted in Local Activities, People
Harriet Powers lives in Coplin Plantation in the same home she grew up in. She & her husband Basil have been involved members of the western Maine mountains region that they call home for their whole lives & wouldn’t want to live anywhere else for the same reasons we all love this region for! Harriet shares her family’s history of deer feeding with Kip & our viewers, & if you’d like to see that for yourself, every day around 3:30pm, Basil spreads out the corn at their Kennebago Rd. homestead & visitors are welcome to come & watch! Read More… »
Tags: basil powers, carrabassett valley, deer, donate, harriet powers, local activities, local economy, maine, maine tourism, outside, riding, skiing, sugarloaf, western maine mountains, wski, wski tv
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March 24th, 2012 Posted in Events
The biggest article on the CV Town Meeting agenda was the need to replace the irrigation at the Sugarloaf Golf Course. After hearing from the NH golf course expert on the current status of the 25 year + irrigation system & how technology has changed with new & better ways to achieve the desired results, the voters of Carrabassett determined to go forward with the investment in recreational amenities to keep our region as a top destination in Maine. Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett, golf, maine, mountain
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March 23rd, 2012 Posted in Sugarloaf
Perfect Turn Director Tom Butler joins us today to give us a tour of all the different stuff the Sugarloaf Ski & Snowboard School has to offer. WSKI and Perfect Turn have been working together all season to bring you Pro Tip videos to improve your technique and now we’re wrapping things up with an introduction to spots like the Perfect Turn Hut, the Mountain Magic Room, and more! But just because the season’s winding down doesn’t mean there isn’t still time to get a lesson in! If you’re interested, just visit sugarloaf.com or give Tom a call today at 237-6924, and we’ll see ya on the slopes! Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett valley, maine, maine tourism, outside, riding, skiing, snowboarding, sugarloaf, vacation, western maine mountains, wski tv
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March 20th, 2012 Posted in From The Archives
The first one was in 1983 & the next one is April 5.
Irreverance is our specialty!
1988 was the year this video was part of the fun at the Snowmakers’ Ball………………..
Work hard & play hard, too, is always how we do it at Sugarloaf! Read More… »
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March 17th, 2012 Posted in People, Sugarloaf, WSKI
Watch as Capt. Kip Files gets a warm welcome after his first tracks ski report this morning on the WSKI TV 17 Mtn Report.
Happy St Pattys’s day folks, be safe!
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Tags: carrabassett valley, maine, maine tourism, outside, riding, skiing, snowboarding, sugarloaf, superquad, vacation, western maine mountains, wskitv
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March 16th, 2012 Posted in Events
The weekend of March 10th and 11th East Coast Snowcross was in Carrabassett Valley for two days of exciting racing. The races were held at the Carrabassett regional airport and also included shows from Rave-X. We were there with the camera to capture some of the action. We hope they come back for years to come as the valley welcomed the excitement! Read More… »
Tags: Carrabassett Valeey, East Coast Snowcross, maine, maine tourism, outside, Rave X, riding, skiing, snowboarding, sugarloaf, vacation, western maine mountains, wski tv
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March 15th, 2012 Posted in Events, People, WSKI
Selectman Jay Reynolds paid a visit to WSKI the morning after Town Meeting to let viewers know of the results. John Beaupre & Tom Butler were elected to the two selectmen’s positions on the ballot at the Town Office during the day, & all of the articles in the budget were passed during the hour & a half meeting at the Outdoor Center in the evening. Golf course irrigation updating needs were explained thoroughly before a ballot box vote to spend town funds to re-do the 25+ year old system, which passed by a vote of 63-5. Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett, golf, selectman, sugarloaf, town meeting, western maine, western maine mountains
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March 15th, 2012 Posted in Events, Sugarloaf
If you missed all the high-flying action of the SnoCross and RAVE-X Outer Limits Tour this past weekend, don’t worry, because WSKI’s cameras were there to catch all the jumps and stunts! There was a huge wall of snow in front of the Base Lodge as a giant crowd poured in to watch the snowmobilers careen over it. There was some pretty impressive action, including a backflip! Check out the video! Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett, carrabassett valley, maine, maine tourism, outer limits tour, outside, ravex, riding, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, sugarloaf, travel, vacation, western maine mountains, wski tv
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March 13th, 2012 Posted in From The Archives
The “string of pearls” along the Carrabassett River, & the peaks of Sugarloaf, Bigelow & Crocker Mountains in view throughout the course, promised to make the new Sugarloaf golf course a champion’s delight right from the start. Jones playing on #8 will no doubt show the on-going improvements to the course as #8 looks different 25 plus years later! Always beautiful, always challenging, & ranked #1 in the State of Maine year after year since its beginning, the opening of the course was an exciting moment when Carrabassett added golf to the choice of actvities available in our region. Read More… »
Tags: carrabassett, golf, maine, maine tourism, Robert Trent Jones, sugarloaf, western maine, western maine mountains
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March 12th, 2012 Posted in Local Activities
The High Peaks Alliance is a non-profit group in Franklin County who is making huge strides in trail conservation & development to be enjoyed by both non-motorized & motorized outdoors sports enthusiasts. As total believers in all things outdoors for all to enjoy with care along the way, we wanted our viewers to hear about what this great non-profit is doing in the western mountains of Maine. Lloyd Griscom’s visit with WSKI was a perfect opportunity to raise more awareness amongst our viewers (who are all outdoors enthusiasts because that is 100% what WSKI is all about) of the work & accomplishments of the High Peaks Alliance as they continue to assist with economic development through tourism by ensuring the region is a destination for recreationalists of ALL types who love mountains, forests, lakes & rivers such as what you find in this special region. FMI see http://highpeaksalliance.wordpress.com/ Read More… »
Tags: -sugarloaf, appalachian trail, ATV trails, franklin county, hiking, international trails, maine, maine tourism, mountain bike trails, snowmobile trails, western maine, western maine mountains
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March 9th, 2012 Posted in Events, Local Activities, Sugarloaf, WSKI
The winter blahs got you down? You’re cooped up sitting in your house, watching reruns of “Murder, She Wrote” and wondering why you never moved to Florida? You’d be singing a different tune if you were up in the Western Maine Mountains this weekend. We’re completely overrun with activities and events! Besides having great spring-like skiing and riding at Sugarloaf, the Banked Slalom kicks off Saturday! The course has been designed with the help of Seth Wescott, and it’s going on all weekend! At 7pm Saturday night there’s the Rave-X Outer Limits Tour on the Landing above the Base Lodge. They’re part of the SnoCross event happening at the Sugarloaf Regional Airport down in the Valley on Saturday and Sunday. Oh, also, WSKI is having Watch & Win all weekend long, with plenty of chances to win awesome free stuff! All winners are also automatically entered into a drawing for a Spillway Chair at the end of the season. We’re airing every morning at 7:30am and evening at 5:30pm on Channel 17 and Live Streaming. You’d be hard pressed to find this much going on in New York City!
Tags: banked slalom, carrabassett valley, maine, maine tourism, outer limits tour, outside, ravex, riding, seth wescott, skiing, snocross, snowboarding, sugarloaf, vacation, watch and win, western maine mountains, wski tv
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March 3rd, 2012 Posted in Local Activities
Thanks to the Arnold Trail Snowmobile Club, there are miles & miles of groomed trails in all directions & conditions are fantastic! 24hr. grooming on over 150 miles of the largest Club in Maine’s trails, makes this region a snowmobiler’s dream whether you are doing a local trip for the day, or visiting Rangeley to the west or the Forks to the east, or even planning an international journey north to the Quebec trails, you’ll be blown away by the beauty of the scenery & the quality of the trails. Just one MORE way we have fun in the western mountains of Maine! Read More… »
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