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Brrrr... its cold outside.

I love the cold. I love the snow. And my absolute favorite kind of snow is what I call squeaky snow . You only get it at zero degrees or below—and it is hands-down the best snow for skiing and riding. It’s dry. It’s smooth. It carves a beautiful turn. And when you walk across it in your boots, it lets out that deeply satisfying squeak that tells you the conditions are just right. Honestly? It doesn’t get much better than that. But here’s the truth: to really enjoy squeaky sno

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Ski and Snowboard in Control. It’s the Law.

Let’s talk about something that’s been popping up on the hill lately — straight-lining at high speed. You know the look. Sometimes it’s tucked like a downhill racer. Sometimes it’s leaning way back, riding the tails of their skis. Sometimes it’s arms out wide, flailing like they’re trying to regain balance mid-run. Different styles. Same result. It’s always out of control. Somewhere in that moment, the skier clearly thinks, Wow, I look pretty cool right now. Auntie Maple is h

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Opening Day Magic & the Return of Winter

Hello friends, it’s Auntie Maple — and oh my, what a weekend we just had! When the snowmaking clouds form a heart, that’s Maple’s way of saying: “Welcome home, winter.” Opening Day at Maple Ski Ridge never loses its sparkle, but this year felt extra special. The moment those first chairs started turning and the first happy shouts echoed across the hill, I knew it right away: winter is officially back , and so is our favorite time of year. The slopes were buzzing with energy

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The First Snowfalls of the Season

There’s something magical about the first snow of the season. That quiet hush, the crisp smell of winter in the air, and the way the world looks like it’s been sprinkled with powdered sugar—it’s impossible not to feel a little spark of excitement. Here at Maple Ski Ridge, we’re gearing up for another season of skiing, snowboarding, and pure winter joy. The first snow is more than just a weather event; it’s a promise of the adventures to come. The lift lines, the fresh tracks

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