Big Moose Ski Area

It was December 28th, 1963 when our hill came alive. The opening of Big Squaw Mountain provided the people of Greenville, Maine a place to gather and socialize, ski and play. Winters at Moosehead are long. The snow is deep and the views are incomparable.

It is commonly said that you don't know what you've got until it's gone. For many, that happened in 2004 when our only summit lift was lost and the hotel closed shortly after. The feeling was even more apparent in 2010 when the doors to the lower mountain closed too.

Time stood still for the next few years, but the trees did not. Mountain visits were somber as nature took hold. In 2012, emotions were turned into community action and plans were made. After thousands of hours of volunteer labor, thousands more in donations, the lower lift was relicensed, the lower trails cleared and the original base lodge revitalized.

Today, while we continue to service the lower mountain for the next generation, the upper mountain feels within our grasp. RIGHT NOW Granite State Land Management is here clearing the Penobscot, St Croix and Piscataquis trails from 19 years of growth. We are hopeful to raise enough money to bring back the Moose River trail too for top to bottom runs. Highly specialized mulching equipment is already on site, but the funding is not. This campaign will be used to bring the Moose River back to skiable condition and purchase alpine mowing equipment that our staff will use to manage and maintain the vegetation from season to season.

Please understand that this goal is an essential step in shaping the future of our mountain. Know that there is a special place here for people like you. It's all about keeping the dream alive.

All donations are 100% tax deductible.

Payments by check can be sent to

Friends of the Mountain

PO Box 307

Greenville Jct, ME 04442

Paypal Giving at https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/2170175 (https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/2170175)

Venmo link coming soon.

Sincerest Thanks

Amy Lane

Noel Wohlforth

Kathleen Moneghan

Allison Economy

Rodney Folsom

Kevin Springer

*Friends of the Mountain is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation under The Internal Revenue Service and State of Maine EIN 45-5004335

The impact of the December 19 flooding event on our mountain was a hard way to start the ski season. Several inches of intense rain combined with melting snowpack completely derailed our snowmaking ability. Several roads around the base also received substantial damage. Since then, we have had the assistance of local contractors to put things back together. We are awaiting a few parts before we restore power to the pumphouse with the goal to be able to make snow again soon.

Any funds received will be put towards the expenses associated with this storm and help us prepare for the re-opening of the mountain.

Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to the Moosehead Lake ski community.

Friends of the Mountain: Incorporated in 2012, the non-profit 501c(3) group manages the lease of Big Moose/Big Squaw Mountain Ski Area at Moosehead Lake in Maine. The mountain was abandoned in 2010. The group services the chairlift, base lodge, groomers, snow making and a vast network of downhill and nordic trails. All contributions are 100% tax deductible and support our mission to provide affordable, outdoor winter recreation in rural Maine.

This beautiful building has been vacant since 2005. The roof is in need of repair and shingles replaced. Now is this time. With your help we can get this room weather tight before winter.

On our busiest ski days it is clear that we have outgrown our existing lodge space. In many ways the lack of facilities is holding back growth of the mountain. The memories and square footage the pool building and the Lumberjack Lounge contain are absolutely priceless. The restoration plans all start with a dream, a will and a new roof.

Incorporated in 2012, the non-profit 501c(3) group manages the lease of Big Squaw Mountain Ski Area at Moosehead Lake in Maine. The mountain was abandoned in 2010. The group services the chairlift, base lodge, groomers, snow making and a vast network of downhill and nordic trails. All donations are 100% tax deductible and help fulfill our mission to keep skiing alive and affordable in Maine’s Piscataquis County.

Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to our mountain community.

Donations can also be sent by mail to

Friends of the Mountain

PO BOX 307

GREENVILLE JCT, ME 04442

Direct Deposits can be made at any

Bangor Savings Bank or Camden National Bank location across Maine. Memo: Pool Roof

The primary goal of this campaign is to purchase the 1,700 acre ski resort. Community ownership will protect and restore the property for generations to come. Once owned, immediate objectives would be to pursue chairlift access to the summit, expand snowmaking and renovate the upper lodge.

The Friends rallied the community in 2012 out of necessity. This grassroots, local group of diehard skiers could not bear the thought of having a lost ski area. Having been closed for over two seasons and seeing the property abandoned, a plan was put into action. Since then, the Friends have invested heavily into restoring the lower mountain. The original base lodge was fully renovated. New grooming equipment, safety equipment, snowmaking capabilities, new beginner lift install, and chairlift overhaul are just a few of the recent accomplishments to our $1.5 million investments. The Friends have served over 100,000 skier visits. Most important, they have taught thousands of Maine children how to ski, get outside, and find joy in winter.

Amy Lane, Executive Director

Rodney Folsom Sr, President

Kevin Springer, Vice President

Allison Economy, Secretary

Kathleen Moneghan, Treasurer

Margarita Contreni, Director