Sugarloaf’s aging lift system has long been a sore point with loyal “Sugarloafers.”
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
IMPROVEMENT STRATEGY: Ten-year plan calls for new ski lift systems
The companies that took over Sugarloaf in 2007 say they have invested $11 million in improvements, from expanded snowmaking to a new outdoor grill for the patio area known as “The Beach.” Resort officials say they now hope to invest another $25 million over the next 10 years, including replacing a number of lifts. CNL […]
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