Bust ‘N’ Burn 2025: Sunday River’s Legendary Spring Mogul Showdown!

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Bust ’N’ Burn 2025 mogul skiers racing down White Heat trail at Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine during the legendary spring skiing showdown.

Bust ‘N’ Burn 2025: Sunday River’s Legendary Spring Mogul Showdown!

Writer: Gerry Caron | Mar 12, 2025 | 6 min read

Feel the Burn: The Ultimate Mogul Battle on the East’s Toughest Terrain

Are you ready to witness—or conquer—the minefield? From April 4-6, 2025, the legendary Bust ‘N’ Burn returns to Sunday River Resort. This isn’t just a competition; it’s a high-octane celebration of spring skiing, grit, and gravity-defying air on White Heat—famously known as the steepest, widest, and longest lift-serviced trail in the East.

Returning for its second year since its triumphant 2024 revival, Bust ‘N’ Burn 2025 pits local bumpers against World Cup legends and Olympians in a quest for $22,000 in total cash prizes. Whether you’re here to shred the bumps or soak up the high-energy “Donny Pelletier” vibes from the sidelines, this is the definitive spring event for any true Maine skier.

🗓️ 2025 Weekend Schedule: Bumps, Boots, and Beer

The action spans three days of intense qualifying heats and winner-take-all duals:

  • Friday, April 4: Training Day

    • Athlete Check-in and Training Runs on the White Heat 750-foot mogul course.

  • Saturday, April 5: Qualifying Heats

    • Junior Division (Ages 8-14): A one-run blast for age-category glory.

    • Open Division (13+): Sprints to secure a spot in Sunday’s elite brackets.

    • Bracket Reveal Party: Head to the Foggy Goggle to see who faces off in the finals.

  • Sunday, April 6: Duals Shootout Finals

    • The head-to-head championship where strategy and speed collide.

    • Awards Ceremony: Celebrate the champions at the base of White Heat.

🏆 Stakes & Prizes: $22,000 on the Line!

Bust ‘N’ Burn offers one of the richest purses in freestyle mogul skiing:

  • Men’s & Women’s Open Divisions:

    • 1st Place: $7,000

    • 2nd Place: $3,000

    • 3rd Place: $1,000

  • Junior Glory: Age-category awards for kiddos in the 8-9, 10-11, and 12-14 brackets.

🍺 Meet Your Host: The Legend Donny Pelletier

It wouldn’t be a proper “Rivah” party without Maine’s Finest Athlete. Donny Pelletier returns to host the event, bringing his signature backwoods wit and flannel-clad energy to the slopes. Look for Donny (and his immortalized chairback on the Barker 6 lift) as he provides “wicked friggin’ smaht” commentary and cheer throughout the weekend.

🏔️ Why You Can’t Miss Bust ‘N’ Burn 2025

  • Elite Competition: Watch 2018 Olympians like Morgan Smith and local Gould Academy standouts throw down on the bumps.

  • Pure Spectacle: The 750-foot course features two massive jumps designed to push even the world’s best skiers to their limits.

  • Après-Ski Legend: Between the Foggy Goggle and the Barker Bar, the social energy of Reggae Weekend and Bust ‘N’ Burn is unmatched in the Northeast.

📝 Plan Your Sunday River Trip

  • Location: Sunday River Resort, 15 South Ridge Rd, Newry, ME 04261.

  • Contact: (207) 824-3000 | SundayRiver.com

  • Registration: Open to skiers only (no snowboards). Register early—spots sell out fast.

The Ultimate Sanctuary: Moose River Lookout

While you’re following the adrenaline at the River, find your sanctuary in the heart of the Highlands. Moose River Lookout in Rockwood offers an idyllic riverside escape at the base of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains.

  • Elite Trail Access: Direct backyard access to ITS66 for late-season snowmobiling or the first spring ATV runs.

  • Riverside Luxury: Private dock on the Moose River—perfect for a quiet morning cast or watching the sunrise before heading to the mountain.

  • Highlands Adventure: Minutes from the best fishing and sightseeing in the region.

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