Longer days and higher temperatures are on the rise at Sugarloaf, and with that come some great savings on lift tickets and stay packages.

Some better news if the weather holds out like last year when Sugarloaf remained open until May 5, they plan to stay open into May again this year.

I found the skiing today just 'Stella!' Tons of Sun, no wind and a nice Maine day crowd made this day one for my best days of skiing book. I did notice that many Canadians are skiing Sugarloaf more. The reason? The snow!

Saddleback, Sugarloaf and Sunday River are all reaping the benefits due to the best snow of the year, especially with cool temperatures and dry air, reducing the melting factor.

Sugarloaf's Maine Family Days which allows families from Maine to ski on Sundays through April 12 for just $30 per person, and Maine residents can also purchase lift tickets on Wednesdays for the rest of the season for just $29.

A Sugarloaf affair
That's right. Skiers with a season pass to any other resort can purchase a lift ticket at Sugarloaf for just $39 for the remainder of the season.

Sunday River and Sugarloaf passes on sale
The 2009-2010 New England Passes are now on sale. The passes include access to Sugarloaf, Sunday River and Loon Mountain in New Hampshire. Guests who purchase the passes before April 30 will enjoy additional benefits and the lowest rates.

Now is the time to ski and ride at Sugarloaf. There are 122 trails, including White Nitro on the front face of the snowfields that are still open. Don't forget the 21st. Annual Bud Light Reggae Festival set for April 16-19.

Kids and teens ages 6 to 18 can see for free when lodging for three or more mid-week nights during Sugarloaf's Kids and Teen Ski Free week, April 5 thru 10. Pricing starts at $59 per adult per night.

For additional information on these specials, log onto: www.sugarloaf.com

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