There's spring in the air at Saddleback Mountain and participants are sure to get a dunking, when the resort hosts its sixth annual Pond Skimming contest on Saturday, April 4.

This is the second event of the 'Spring Fling' series that began last Saturday with the fifth annual Cardboard Box Race and continues on April 11 with 'Park Shark Two.'

Pond skimming isn't for the light of heart, as participants geared up in their skis and snowboards trying to navigate a manmade pond from one side to the other while trying to stay dry. Those who don't make it get a cool ice water dunk in the pond.

Registration for the event begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m., is free and does not require a lift ticket. Contestants will be required to sign a liability release and entries under age 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign.

"It's fun, it's exhilarating, and anyone can do it," said Jim Quimby, director of Saddleback's Mountain Operations in a press release. "Just don't lean forward or too farm back and you'll sail right over it like glass."

It's a zany way to celebrate springtime skiing and riding in the GREAT State of Maine!

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