Craft Your Craft: The Ultimate Winter Engineering Challenge
Start scouting the recycling bins! On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Pleasant Mountain’s legendary (Nearly) 10th Annual Cardboard Box Race returns for a day of high-energy hilarity and competitive crafting. This isn’t just a race; it’s a test of imagination, physics, and Maine grit as teams pilot homemade cardboard vehicles down the Main Slope.
Whether you’re building a sleek speed-demon or a sprawling pirate ship, this fan-favorite event brings together families, friends, and teams for an unforgettable day of winter fun in Bridgton. Will your creation hold together for 8 seconds of glory, or will it be a spectacular “fold” under pressure? Come find out!
2025 Event Schedule: Mark Your Calendars
The mountain will be buzzing with activity from dawn until dusk. Here is how to navigate the day:
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9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Registration & Check-in at Guest Services. All teams must be registered by 11:30 AM!
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12:45 PM: Pre-race gathering and Judging at the Sugar Shack. Show off your design before the speed takes over!
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1:00 PM: The Green Flag drops! Racing begins on the Main Slope.
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Post-Race: Head to the on-site restaurant to warm up and celebrate the day’s winners.
The Rules of the Road: Construction Guidelines
To keep the competition fair and the thrills safe, all “vessels” must adhere to strict building codes:
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Pure Cardboard Bottoms: The surface touching the snow must be 100% cardboard. No duct tape, plastic, or wax on the bottom!
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No Reinforcements: Structures must be cardboard-only—no weighting or hidden frames allowed.
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Safety First: Helmets are mandatory for all racers. A valid lift ticket or season pass is required to participate.
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Teamwork: Maximum of 4 people per box.
Prizes & Glory: What’s at Stake?
It’s not just about crossing the finish line first—it’s about the “flare”! Awards will be handed out for:
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The Speed Demon: The fastest team to navigate the Main Slope.
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The Creative Genius: Recognition for the most unique and impressively decorated cardboard masterpiece.
Destination Details: Pleasant Mountain Ski Resort
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Address: 119 Mountain Rd, Bridgton, ME 04009
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Phone: (207) 647-8444
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Website: Pleasant Mountain Official Site
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Hours: Open daily until 8:00 PM.
The Ultimate Basecamp: Moose River Lookout
Planning to turn your race weekend into a full-scale Maine adventure? Retreat to the premier sanctuary of the Highlands. Moose River Lookout in Rockwood offers an idyllic riverside escape at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Elite Trail Access: Direct backyard access to ITS66 for late-season snowmobiling or the first spring ATV runs.
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Riverside Luxury: Enjoy a private dock on the Moose River—perfect for a morning cast or watching the sunrise before heading to the mountain.
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Highlands Adventure: Minutes from the best ice fishing and sightseeing in the region.
Book Your Stay:
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Phone: 800-544-0300
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Email: [email protected]
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Address: 4054 Rockwood Rd, Rockwood, ME 04478
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Website: Moose River Lookout
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