The Sun is higher and that ushers in spring skiing in Maine. Recent storms have dumped several feet of new snow on all ski areas throughout the state.

Now if we could get the wind to settle down, that would be a bonus. This Wednesday was the primo day to hit the slopes. And if you've been dragging your feet to get up to the mountains, you better hurry because the end of the season is in sight.

Season passes for 2009-10 on sale
Sunday River, Sugarloaf and Loon Mountain in New Hampshire have announced that New England passes for the 2009-2010 seasons are now on sale. And the best news is there will be no price increase from the 2008-09 prices.

The New England Pass is the best value in the northeast, with prices starting at $349. The pass offers access to three of New England's premier mountain resorts, Loon in New Hampshire; Sunday River and Sugarloaf in Maine.

Purchase your pass by April 30 and you can take advantage of the new Easy 3-pay plan option that will allow you to pay for the pass in three equal payments due of April 30, July 1 and September 1. Special discounts are also offered with the purchase of the Gold pass.

For additional information, log onto: www.loonmountain.com; www.sundayriver.com or www.sugarloaf.com

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Shawnee Peak offers a great 'family tradition' pass
Shawnee Peak has announced that most of their 2009-2010 season passes will be the same as 2008-09. They're 'hot off the presses' and you can save paper and postage by buying online.

Save $140 when you purchase your Family Pass before April 6th. Skiing is a great family tradition. The pass offered for families with two or more children for skiing day, night, weekends, midweek and holidays for less than $450 per person.

Other passes include the unrestricted for adults, students and juniors from $299; Sunday passes for $255 and others. For additional information call: (207) 647-8444.

Saddleback Mountain is still working on their 2009-10 season pass rates.

Ski and ride safely. Use your head and don't forget to wear a helmet.