While it hasn't been the white winter many had hoped, Shawnee Peak is gearing up for the season's best skiing conditions to date this weekend. Indeed, with nearly six inches of fresh new powder currently coating the Bridgton, Maine resort, the trails and runs promise to be as cool and crisp as the weather itself.

And with a plethora of fun happenings on the docket, there's never been a better time to hit the slopes.

On Saturday, representatives from Monster Energy Drink will be on hand giving away free samples and offering prizes for Shawnee's Monster Rail Jam, which will take place in the lower terrain between 1 and 3pm. The contest is free and open to the public, with registration happening between 11 and 12.

Additionally, The Sports Hub (98.5 FM) will be broadcasting live from the mountain's bottom, giving away free shwag throughout the day, and hosting an Apres ski party at Shawnee's Blizzards Pub from 4 to 6pm.

Shawnee's also taking this weekend to taut their latest, recession-busting offer: Aptly named the 6-Pack, the deal gives customers six ski days for the price of five. At just $295, the package is perfect for those looking for an all-season pass, but unsure whether they'll be hitting the slopes enough to get their money's worth.

So pack up the fam, load up the van, and take a trip up to scenic Bridgeton, for what promises to be one of the best ski weekends of the young year!