NEW PISTON BULLY 600 WINCH CAT
It has arrived! Saddleback  has a new Piston Bully 600 Winch Cat. The 2013 SnowEast reader survey named Saddleback #1 for Gooming in the EAST. This new Winch Cat is a faster, more powerful and more fuel-efficient machine. You can expect more great grooming on Saddleback for the coming season.
TRAIL RUN AT FALL FESTIVAL 
Saddleback is partnering with Rangeley Health and Wellness 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.
FALL FESTIVAL IS COMINGCRAFTS, MUSIC, BBQ, DEMONSTRATIONS
and so much MORE! 
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:
SAT, SEP 21 from 10 - 2 and
SUN, SEP 22 from 8-Noon at the Base lodge
 During Saddleback's Fall Festival on Sunday, September 22nd, the Rangeley Ski Scholarship Fund will hold its first SKI SWAP. They've collected a many items and there are still two opportunities to drop off your used gear in good repair. 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 for you and your family, AND benefit a great local organization!
ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT FOR
DISCOUNT 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. Your 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, September 4
Community Breakfast, Country Club Inn, 7 AM
Tuesday, September 10
Richard Rubin -"The Last of the Doughboys"- RPLibrary, 6 PM
Saturday, September 14
Catholic Women's Club Harvest Supper, Good Shepherd, 5 PM
Rangeley Trail Town Festival, Haley Pond Pk, 10 AM-8 PM
Tuesday, September 17
"Goldilocks, Gretel & Gail"- a memoir by Gail Gilroy, RPL, 6 PM
Cookout for Special Olympics, IGA Parking Lot, Time TBA
Sunday, September 22
Saddleback Fall Festival, 10 AM-3 PM
Tuesday, September 24
"Chinese Intelligence Network"- Ron Jarvella, RPL, 6 PM
Wednesday, September 25
Rang. Comm. Brkfst, Catholic Women's Club, St Luke's, 7 AM
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.
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 THE BASE LODGE
These gorgeous fall days are perfect for hiking, and thanks to the High Peaks Alliance there's a new hiking loop starting at the base lodge. You'll hike to the summit of Saddleback 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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