TRAIL RUN AT FALL FESTIVAL 
The Rangeley Fitness Center is partnering with Saddleback to offer a TRAIL RUN on Sunday, September 22, 2013, 9:30 AM, as part of Saddleback's Fall Festival. This challenging 4 mile run starts and finishes at the Saddleback Base Lodge with over 4,000 feet of vertical change. Age classes are Male and Female 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over. Pre Registration fee is $20. ($25.00 the day of the race). Pre-register online here. After your run enjoy food, drink and live music on the deck! Proceeds from the race will help support the Rangeley Health & Wellness Partnership.
LAST MOOSE TOUR IS TOMORROW! 
The last chance to ride the Pickle Bus down "moose alley" is this Thursday, Aug 29. We will gather at the Saddleback Guest Services Office downtown at 6:15 and leave at 6:30. We are always fully booked so please call to reserve space for your group: 877-864-5441.
FALL FESTIVAL: Pies, Pumpkins, Passes 
Saddleback's Fall Festival is Sunday, September 22nd, from 10-3. It's a day full of family activities and demonstrations, an arts and crafts fair and a Ski Swap. There will be toys and pumpkins for the kids, a delicious BBQ, live music on the deck and a pie-eating contest. There will be a Trail Run hosted by Rangeley Health and Wellness (see above more more info) ... AND it's the last day to buy your Season Pass at pre-season prices. Interested in exhibiting your art or craft at the Festival? email Pam Ellis for more information.
SKI SWAP WILL BENEFIT
RANGELEY SKI SCHOLARSHIP FUND
DROP OFF DATES: AUG 28 - 30
from 10 - 2 in Downtown Office
and SAT, SEP 21 from 10 - 2 at the Base lodge
 During Saddleback's Fall Festival on Sunday, September 22nd, the Rangeley Ski Scholarship Fund will hold its first SKI SWAP. To participate, bring your used items in good repair to the Saddleback Guest Services Office at 2501 Main St. or to the Base lodge on the drop off dates above. All winter gear items are welcome; click here for complete info. RSSF supports the region's young people with scholarships for programs, instruction and equipment. This is a win-win opportunity for you to recycle your used gear, find some great bargains on new gear for you and your family, AND benefit a great local organization!
ONLY 3 WEEKS LEFT FOR
PRE-SEASON PRICING ON
SADDLEBACK SEASON PASSES
 The countdown has begun. The last day to purchase your discounted Season Pass is Sunday, September 22 at our Annual Fall Festival. A Saddleback Season Pass is the best value in New England. With no blackout dates you are free to ski or ride any day, every day! For current pricing, click here.
WHAT'S COMING UP IN RANGELEY...
Wednesday, August 28
Rang. Community Chorus CONCERT, Good Shepherd, 7 PM
Friday, August 30
Watercolor Class, Good Shepherd Undercroft, 9:30 AM
Sunday, September 1
Remembrance Ride, ALL DAY, more info HERE
Wednesday, September 4
Community Breakfast, Country Club Inn, 7 AM
Tuesday, September 10
Richard Rubin-author "The Last of the Doughboys" RPL, 6 PM
Sautrday, September 14
Catholic Women's Club Harvest Supper, Good Shepherd, 5 PM
Trail Town Day, For More Information: 207- 864-2771, All Day
GEAR UP AT THE BOSTON SKI SHOW
 The Boston Ski Show is on the horizon - mark your calendars so you don't miss this great event: November 14-17. Scope out exhibits from every equipment and accessories dealer, resort, and ski/board facility in New England and beyond. With a huge equipment sale and tons of giveaways it's a great way to get psyched for the upcoming season. Held at the Seaport World Trade Center located on the waterfront in the bustling Seaport District, FMI click here.
WRGY RADIO NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT
 Rangeley's community radio station, WRGY 90.5 FM, is funded entirely by individual donors and business sponsors. The station is reflective of this wonderful mountain village -- its history, people, activities and interests. They keep us up-to-date with local events, weather, and trail conditions daily. WRGY FM cannot, however, continue without your support. By sending a modest or generous contribution you will help the station stay on the air, expand its selection of music and informational programming and commence internet streaming which will dramatically increase WRGY's listener base, enable loyal listeners to hear the station when they are away and also help expose the Rangeley Region to the world. If you would like to help WRGY stay on the air, mail donations to WRGY, PO Box 844, Rangeley ME 04970. Or go online to WRGY.org and click on the Membership link.
ENJOY THESE LATE SUMMER
DAYS WITH SADDLEBACK MARINA
Saddleback Marina at Oquossoc Cove is your gateway to Rangeley Lake and the source for everything you need to relax, refresh, explore, and enjoy a great day on the water. They offerboat rentals, kayak rentals, gas, oil, water skis, tubes, kneeboards, and slip rentals as well. Larry Koob and Jim & Renee Sopel are ready to assist you. They can be reached by calling 207-864-346 or at marina@saddlebackmaine.com.
STUDENT PEAK PASSES A GREAT DEAL
School is starting and its time to think about keeping those grades up so you can qualify for a Saddleback PEAK Pass. Any Honor Student K-12 who makes the honor roll in the first or second quarter is eligible to purchase a Saddleback Season Pass for just $149.00. Click here for all the details.
NEW HIKING TRAIL LOOP STARTS AT BASE LODGE
It's been a beautiful summer for hiking, and thanks to the High Peaks Alliance there's a new hiking loop starting at the base lodge that combines hiking SE to the summit of Saddleback Mountain along the Wheeler, Gray Ghost and Tricolor trails, then SW on the Appalachian Trail, NW along ITS 84/89, and then NE back to the base lodge along the Fly Rod Crosby Trail. It's a challenging 6.1 mile hike; plan on 5-6 hours to complete. Download the map here.
 BOOK YOUR
2014 WEDDING DATE NOW
Dates are already filling up for 2014! If you are thinking of getting married at Saddleback's beautiful base lodge facility, make an appointment with Wedding Coordinator JoAnne Taylor today to reserve your preferred dates. Share your vision with her, and together with the skillful Saddleback staff she will make your dreams come true. Contact JoAnne at weddingevents@saddlebackmaine.com
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