Sunday, March 8, 2026. 6:05AM

Conditions yesterday were a little breezier than we like to see, which made for a challenging start to the morning. Thanks to our all-star Lift Maintenance team, and a little bit of luck, we opened with upper mountain access and had every lift spinning before noon. Mr. Sun even decided to make an appearance for most of the afternoon.

Today might throw a few more curveballs, like say, LOSING AN HOUR OF SLEEP, but the weather should take it easier on us. We start with all 68 trails, but this may change as ski patrol does their assessment this morning. Stay tuned here in the event of any lift ops changes. Lift operations are set to begin at 8:30AM (Magic Carpet at 9:30) with all six lifts in the lineup. The grooming team hit the mountain in force overnight and, because we saw far less wet weather than most places, surface conditions should be in good shape. Warm spring temperatures will be pushing toward the upper 40s and just a chance of a spot shower.

We will take pushy, heavy spring turns over ice any day!

Registration is open for three of our upcoming events. On March 14, the 4th Annual Back to the Banks Banked Slalom will be an all time event for snowboarders and snow-skaters looking to test their meddle on our own beautifully designed banked slalom course. Our first year of the Planks on Banks takes over the same banked slalom course on March 15, offering skiers and mono-skiers the opportunity to take on the course set up on Grey Ghost. On March 28, The Gambler Uphill Challenge to benefit Saddleback Ski Patrol is set to be a top-notch day of up-hilling enjoyment for a great cause. Check out more about any of these and more upcoming events on the interweb.

As always, please ski and ride with caution and in control. Explore our natural terrain with a buddy or a crew and be aware that natural hazards do exist. The soft snow awaits. See you out there!

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Saturday, March 14, 2026 – Back to the Banks Banked Slalom: 8:30AM – 4PM
• Sunday, March 15, 2026 – “First Ever” Planks to the Banks: 8:30AM – 4PM
• Saturday, March 28, 2026 – The Gambler–Uphill Challenge to Benefit Ski Patrol 8AM Check-In

Looking for our current Hours of Operation all across the mountain? Head to this page: Hours of Operation – SaddlebackMaine.com

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Kenn.