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Published By Driven LLC, Keri Wanner & Yarrum Design LLC, Denise Sanzo ORBA Articles: ..................................................................... 4 A Unified Outdoor Recreation Industry Seeks Economic Benefits Leaders Meet with Trump Administration to Discuss Recreation Expansions Special Recognition Awards................................................. 11 Off-Road Business Association 1701 Westwind Drive #108 Bakersfield, CA 93301 661.323.1464 Fax 661.323.1487 ORBA Board Members Chairman: Greg Adler, Transamerican Auto Parts Treasurer: Mark Turner, Daystar Secretary: Lindsay Hubley, Family Events Member: Brad Franklin, Yamaha Motorsports USA Member: Stuart Gosswein, SEMA Member: Kurt Miller, Enthusiast Network Member: Jim Chick, Bestop, Inc. Member: J.R. Burke, Polaris ORBA Staff President & CEO: Fred Wiley 661.323.1464 fwiley@orba.biz Office Manager / Accounting: Dana Wiley 661.323.1464 dwiley@orba.biz

SEMA................................................................................... 12 BLM Creating Website Showcasin top 34 OHV Riding Areas.................................................................................... 15 Great Trails Guidebook........................................................ 16 TMOs Turn good rides into Great rides................................ 18 The Rising Cost of “Preservation and Protection�................ 20 Facts about Snowmobiling................................................... 24 International Safety Week.................................................... 26 Believe There is Hope for a Cure.......................................... 33 Our Members ...................................................................... 34 Calendar of Events:.............................................................. 37 Send future contributions to keri@driven2pushboundaries.com Cover Photo Credits: Keri Wanner, Driven

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OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) is an innovative leader providing professional trail advocacy for motorized access and directing the future of Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV).

VISION:

Industry professional using a collaborative based approach that connects business to grassroots through a unified voice for the OHV recreation.

WE EXIST TO:

Exist to advance the off road community by influencing policy and implementing change with congressional lobbying and the ability to work cohesively through partnerships.

Send future contributions to keri@driven2pushboundaries.com

CONTRIBUTORS Editorial: Alexis Nelson, ORBA, Scott Jones, SEMA, Polaris, NOHVCC, Fred Wiley, Jerry Smith,

United Four Wheel Drive Association, David Hasley, ISMA.

PHOTOGRAPHY Keri Wanner, Driven

2017 YEAR IN REVIEW PRESENTED BY

OFF ROAD BUSINESS ASSOCIATION and ONE VOICE

By Fred Wiley, President & CEO

Photo Right to Left Vice President Mike Pence, President/CEO ORBA Fred Wiley, Kern County Supervising Deputy District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer, and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy.

October 10, 2017 Vice President Mike Pence and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy hold a business round table meeting in Bakersfield, California.

Fred Wiley President/CEO of the Off Road Business Association (ORBA) represented the off road industry during the meeting. The discussion was focused on expanding positive business opportunity through tax reduction and reducing onerous regulations. Other important topics surrounding the reopening of public land and giving them back to the American recreation public. The opportunity to take part in these important meeting is key to representing the off road industry.

Unfortunately the meeting was cut short due to the Vice President and Majority Leader visiting and being briefed on the Northern California catastrophic fires.

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Message from the CEO I can’t begin to explain how excited and pleased we are about where our future is headed and the successes we experienced in the past year. The continued positive growth of the entire off-road community and industry is phenomenal to say the least.

This phenomena isn’t smoke and mirrors, it’s real and can only be attributed to the resurgence and development of great industry and grass roots leadership.

No matter how you may feel about the new administration, the atmosphere is clearly better for our favorite personal and family recreation.

National Monuments and the Antiquities Act have been a thorn in our side for decades. While we may not see all of the reductions we want, there will certainly be some change. Legislation to bring change to the President’s seemingly unfettered authority to declare National Monuments will be modified in the near future. ORBA will continue to provide experts and data that details the decades of abuse.

This process is complicated and will take more hearings and time.

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) as we all know is outdated and in many cases has been improperly applied. Legislation has been introduced and moved through committee to amend current application of this controversial policy. It is clear to congress that this rule is having a huge negative impact on the American people. We continue to work with committee leadership to insure that any revision of ESA will be done to reverse the negative impacts from the past.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to operate outside the scientific guidelines that are the fundamental basis and purpose of the agency. EPA is responsible for the closure of the popular Clear Creek Recreation Area in California. This action was political with absolutely no peer reviewed scientific data. They are also responsible for the rule stopping the use of street legal vehicles for off highway use. The agency recently reversed the street vehicle issue. Our partner, the Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA), has introduced the RPM ACT that will stop the agency from breaking laws that exist to protect racing.

We recently met with Vice President Mike Pence and US House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy. The meeting focused on business development and economic growth. The ORBA Cooperate offices are in Congressman McCarthy’s district, he and his wife are off road users and advocates.

ONE VOICE continues to see steady growth throughout the entire country. The meeting at SEMA this year enjoyed more attendance and developed ways to find new ideas and opportunity in how we address better open communications and idea sharing. Addressing concerns and thoughts from our grass roots partners, and adding more seminars to provide value, training and opportunity for the management and growth of small and large associations.

At any given time ORBA and ONE VOICE will have over 20 projects from around the country on our table. Our staff is highly qualified and well trained, with over 75 years combined experience managing and operating off highway grass root organizations. We have all testified before congress, written state and federal legislation and work around the country at stakeholder round tables.

We believe that we are in a historic time for recreation and the industry. ORBA is well positioned to take advantage of this opportunity ensuring more success for the off-road community.

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Transitioning Passionate Enthusiasts into Volunteers

By Keri Wanner, National Advocate Editor I may only be one person, but I can be one person who makes a difference!

The long-standing question all non-profits have is how do we turn passion into volunteerism. After a career in managing a non-profit for 15 years followed up with a business that caters to them, I’ve learned this question always exists and never seems to go away.

Numerous lessons learned on what sparks interest and what doesn’t work has brought me to one conclusion, there really isn’t a right answer to this question. However, glaring issues have jumped out at me in recent years and I feel this insight could be key in developing volunteer recruitment and retention in the future.

Off the top of my head, I can think of several non-profits that get it; however, that doesn’t mean they don’t struggle. They just do a better job at hiding it better than others. The difference with these organizations is they have chosen to pick one thing and do it exceptionally well. Non-profits no longer can stand alone on the theory everyone wants to be a part of a social organization and donate their time and financial recourses. Now organizations have to be business managers, marketers, planners all while they are still selling memberships and doing the heavy lifting for events and whatever else the organization has on its plate. This whirlwind of tasks becomes overwhelming and if the volunteers are few and far between; it means volunteers are wearing several hats. Eventually those volunteers enter a stage of burnout and instead of just relaxing on their duties, they drop off the face of the earth never to help the organization again. Granted this doesn’t happen to all of them but this is a fairly common issue. Now enters the idea of picking one thing and focussing on doing it very well. This means all resources are focussed on one effort such as a swap meet or a hill climb. The non-profit pools all its recourses to make this one event the best it can be and eventually it builds allure for more people to want to be a part of it and the organization. This mentality opens the door for more people to help make the event and non-profit even more successful.

There is a sea of young adults recreating in the worlds non-profits promote and manage. However, very few of them are actually taking the steps necessary to get involved. The big question always is how do we get them to become involved. Going back to my first point, use that key event to draw them in so they want to become a member and volunteer. But here is the kicker, non-profits have to open the doors to these young adults allowing them to help the best way they know how. More often than not, I hear the following comments from the younger generations; I tried to help but was

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told this is how you are going to help, we’ve tried that before and it didn’t work or their ideas are laughed at so they feel chased out the door. We are all guilty of building walls versus opening the door because we are reacting defensively to protect ourselves and our thoughts. This is the key step, listen to their ideas. It doesn’t matter if it’s been tried before and they surely don’t need to follow the same exact footsteps their predecessors have walked before. Now is the time to take a deep breath, sit back and embrace their ideas and willingness Volunteers Sharing Their Passion to help. Perhaps give them tips of how things had been done before but don’t discredit their ideas. Simply state, here are some key factors of what has and hasn’t work before. Then wish them luck and let them know you are happy to help answer any more questions or assist them. It opens the doors for communication versus building a wall. But the truly best part is; this method provides opportunity for the non-profits. The younger generation has expertise in lots of those factors that non-profits existing members don’t understand and simply don’t have time to do. They are social networkers and get how to use social media to market and so much more. Nonprofits should jump at this chance to have an educated volunteer that can help take on all of those cumbersome responsibilities. If you say no to this, you might need more help than just volunteers.

These concepts might be just that but I hope it’s the start of building bridges so non-profits live on successfully for many years to come. Here’s to team work and transitioning passionate enthusiasts into volunteers.

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Celebrating Strength in Partnerships, Connections and the Off-Road Life Season’s Greetings.

Happy Holidays.

Merry Christmas.

It’s an exciting time of the year and I hope you are able to spend it with the

By Alexis Nelson, Proje people that matter ct Development & Opera and you are able to tions get out on the trails Manager dirt, sand, snow, etc., whatever mode you prefer as long as it’s doing what you love. It’s also a time to celebrate our accomplishments and take a close look at what went well and where we can apply more effort and resources in the upcoming year. I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the celebrations and highlight ORBA’s accomplishments.

We have had a tremendous year of learning, growth and opportunity at ORBA. The One Voice movement is expanding and we have crafted partnerships with new organizations while continuing to enhance our relationships with our supportive partners and respected members. After reviewing our priorities for 2017, we are on target and continue to be the leader in connecting grassroots to business in the OHV community. The place we excel and achieve our goals is in working with clubs and organizations on projects and initiatives and taking action, ie getting things done. This includes working closely with SEMA, Tread Lightly, the United Four Wheel Drive Association, and all of the organizations and businesses that are supporting One Voice.

To name a few, these projects range from working with grassroots on trail signing and maintenance projects on Genoa Peak, conducting an Economic Impact Study on motorized recreation in Nevada, to attending organization events such as the All for Fun Summit in Colorado. Our legal work and influence continues to gain momentum from meeting with Vice President Mike Pence to drafting language for a Special Recreation Permit (SRP) for Congressman PAGE 8

Paul Cook (R-CA). We have provided comments and support for the GO Act sponsored by Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-CA) to providing comments on the monument designation/review process conducted by Secretary Zinke in accordance with the President’s Executive Order. ORBA Staff & Board members, and SEMA had the honor of meeting with professional staff members of the House Committee on Natural Resources where we discussed the Antiquities Act, the latest monument designations and streamlining the laborious process of SRP’s. This visit among seven other meetings with staff members of the congressional delegation in Nevada and California is what helps us accomplish tasks that need to get done at the policy and decision making level in DC. A few major highlights of ORBA’s work over the course of 2017: • Secured an agreement with Tule Wind Energy in developing OHV riding areas within the East San Diego County Area.

• Partnered with EcoLogic to put an agreement in effect for the next 30 years to ensure access to riding opportunities and keep the land open to the public • Formalized the status of the California OHV Program to become a permanent independent program • Worked closely with Terry McHale, ORBA Legislative Advocate, and other OHV Groups to keep this program from dissolving into the California Department of Parks and Recreation where it would be subject to the regulations of Parks and Rec. These accomplishments were a direct result of the time, resources and effort we have invested into building important connections and aligning ourselves with organizations that value our work and do phenomenal work of their own.

While emphasizing the importance of connection and working together to achieve goals, Keri Wanner,

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(Owner of Driven & Editor of the National Advocate) and I had an opportunity to work with the National OffHighway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on a unique project in Nevada. The project was crafted from a directive out of the BLM Washington DC office after recognizing the importance of motorized recreation and how the BLM can serve this important sector of the public that utilizes their lands. This unique concept prompted the development of the BLM’s National Motorized Recreation Action Plan. The purpose of the plan is to collect information from the OHV community, summarize the information and prepare the final findings in a report that is shared with each of the BLM District Outdoor Recreation Planners in Nevada. From that point, the action plan is formalized outlining an implementation strategy that can range from installing more kiosks and trail signs, developing more single track trails, to improved interagency communication.

Recommendations are then discussed and evaluated based on a timeframe and resources available.

The most critical piece of the plan, and the place Keri and I were directly involved, is the engagement and participation from the OHV community – grassroots, enthusiasts, and user groups. Creating a dialogue through a dynamic process where they can participate in an open forum and answer the question on how the BLM can do a better job in providing a high quality off-road recreational experience. I have facilitated countless meetings and there is typically one common theme that arises from the process. People want to be heard. They want to be involved and engaged in the process. They want to participate and they expect open communication well after the meeting takes place and want follow through. This was an enlightening experience from several perspectives. One, inviting a group of enthusiastic off-roaders and asking them what they want fueled great energy, conversation, and ideas. Two, I applaud the BLM and NOHVCC for developing this process which characterizes innovation and the willingness to take action. Three, the power of connection and collaboration is how we The Ladies of SEMA get things done. I am looking forward to the next year and watching as these ideas evolve into on-the-ground accomplishments.

Another SEMA Show under my belt and it seems to keep getting bigger and better. I am in continual awe of the talent, invention, creativity, and sheer people-power that goes into this fantasy land for the off-road life and aftermarket world. I have written many times about dreaming big and I think that is why SEMA resonates with me. It took an idea, a lot of passion and a vision and then boom… lift off into action. SEMA is the second largest convention held in Las Vegas; businesses and entrepreneurs travel from all over the WORLD to attend this show.

We at ORBA are not only honored to be part of the show, we value our important partnership with SEMA and all of their support in our mission and in One Voice. For the 5th year in a row, ORBA hosted a lounge in the back of South Hall. The intent was for ORBA members to take a break from the floor, catch up on emails or phone calls, hold a private meeting or to simply take five. The lounge is comprised of two rooms and for the majority of the week both rooms were bustling with meetings, members, show attendees, and conducting business.

ORBA invited several high caliber business savvy leaders to discuss the topic of turning passion into purpose. The focus was on taking business practice and applying it in organizational development. Creating an environment where great people come together and create a team that works synchronously with the perspective of achieving more in this state. It’s about knowing how to keep motivation going when it starts to fade. Our presenters left us with a powerful saying, “Working hard for something we don’t care about is stress. Working hard for something that we love is called passion.” That is what it is all about, creating greatness through trust, commitment and collaboration. Here’s to celebrating a fantastic year and welcoming 2018 with the freedom to ride off-road.

Alexis Nelson

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National Trails System Act routes are exclusively non-motorized?

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Not under federal law

By Scott Jones, Esq. Recently we have encountered several Forests and BLM offices that have wanted to place nonmotorized corridors around trails that have been designated by Congress and various Secretary’s’ as a route of national importance. This is very curious given that some of these forests have not seen a lot of public comment on this issue and that the concept of corridor around these routes probably violates federal law and violates any balance of costs and benefits. The conflict with the concept of a non-motorized corridor explodes when the trail crosses an open riding area for winter travel. I just wanted to highlight the basis in case this issue has popped up for winter recreational users in your area. In Colorado we are most recognizably talking about the Continental Divide Scenic Trail and the Old Spanish Historic Trail. Nationally there are more than 40,000 miles of National Historic and Scenic Trails crossing public, private and other lands.

First, the National Trails System Act (“NTSA”) is a drafting mess, often internally conflicting and has been significantly revised on several occasions after what were attempts to mandate corridors in trail specific plans, which is why understanding the current version of the NTSA is important. The NTSA requires that rights of way for the trail are obtained in a manner that minimizes conflict with adjacent uses and maximizes value of lands. The NTSA also specifically recognizes that snowmobile usage occurs on the trail along with ATV, full size and motorcycle usage. The NTSA specifically recognized many Congressionally designated trails must identify travel management as controlling for the trail corridor. Guess those seeking a non-motorized corridor must have missed those provisions.

Additionally, the Continental Divide Scenic Trail Plan specifically recognizes that 14% of the trail is currently located on roads of some level. This level of motorized usage is certainly higher as the trail plan does not address motorized trails in any corridor or motorized trails that might be crossing the route. The Lassen NF in California has a motorized crossing point on the trail approximately every 3 miles. Just tough to say that a corridor along these routes would not conflict with these usage and that these routes were ever non-motorized.

Compounding the impacts of these corridors from a cost benefit perspective is the fact that many of these trails see VERY low usage at the landscape level. The Pacific Crest in California identifies hundreds per year that traverse the whole trail, while the Continental Divide Trail sees dozens of visitors covering the entire trail. Are there areas where visitation is higher, that is of course but these areas can’t be used to close other areas where people are not visiting, especially when I have to assume most are not visiting in the winter.

We are working on nipping this great new theory in the bud but for right now we are going to need our folks to stay vigilant on this issue. Multiple use is probably a good summary for management of these areas.

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The 2017 Off Road Business Association and ONE VOICE Special Recognition Awards In January 2017 the ORBA Board of Directors put together a concept that was under consideration for several. The idea was to somehow show the OHV community what is going on around the country by recognizing the efforts of volunteers and the innovation of new design by business. The nominations and awards were voted on by their peers from within each of the different regions around the country.

We are especially proud to the 2017 Special Recognition Awards Walter Shafer, SFWDA Web Administrator for his dedication to rebranding the organization over the past 4 years. Walter resides in Woodstock GA. Pete Mier, Director of Public Relations and Cophenger Cove Representative. Pete resides in Sequatchie, TN. Grant Mesa Jeep Club, GMJC has contributed to many land use efforts and for years completed many clean-up projects in the Grand Junction area of Colorado.

Piston’s Wild Motorsports, Pacific Cascade Region of Washington volunteering in Grants program to facilitate motorized recreation projects on DNR land.

Hi-Lift Jack Company, new interior roll cage mounts for jeep Wrangler JK The full recognition outline will be on the ORBA website www.orba.biz PAGE 11

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U.S. House Committee Passes Bills to Reform the Endangered Species Act

By Stuart Gosswein The U.S. House Natural Resources Committee passed five bills (listed below) on October 4th to modify the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The 44-year old law has produced few tangible results beyond road and trail closures, restrictive landuse designations and lawsuits. While millions of acres of land have been set aside to protect threatened and endangered animals and plants, more money has been spent on lawyers and court expenses than wildlife management.

• H.R. 717, “Listing Reform Act” - Requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to consider the economic impact of adding a species as endangered or threatened when the agency makes listing decisions.

• H.R. 1274, “State, Tribal, and Local Species Transparency and Recovery Act” - Require the FWS to make all data that is used as the basis for an ESA determination to be made available to impacted states.

• H.R. 2603, “Saving America’s Endangered Species Act” or “SAVES Act” - Provide that nonnative species in the U.S. cannot be treated as endangered or threatened under the ESA. • H.R. 3131, “Endangered Species Litigation Reasonableness Act” - Limit billing rates awarded to lawyers and expert witnesses in ESA lawsuits to $125 an hour.

• H.R. 424, “Gray Wolf State Management Act of 2017” - Require the Interior Department to reissue final rules to delist the gray wolf as a protected species in the western Great Lakes and Wyoming.

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The five bills are awaiting consideration by the full House of Representatives. The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has held hearings on modernizing the ESA although companion bills to the House measures have not yet been introduced.

The ESA stems from the Lacey Act enacted in 1900 to help conserve wildlife after passenger pigeons went extinct and bison nearly became extinct. The Endangered Species Preservation Act was enacted in 1966 and strengthened in 1973 to become the ESA. The law provides authority to the federal government to regulate land use, with assistance from the states, to protect species and the ecosystems upon which they depend.

The law is administered by the FWS and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The FWS handles land-based species and freshwater fish while NOAA manages marine species. Over 2,000 species are now listed as endangered with only about three percent having been delisted listed since 1973. Critics cite this as evidence that the law should focus more on smaller areas of managed lands rather than larger acreage set-asides.

President Trump Reduces Size of National Monument Designations President Trump signed proclamations on December 4th to reduce the size of two Utah based national monuments by more than two million acres. The President’s action reduces the borders of the Bears Ears National Monument, which was created in the final days of President Obama’s term, from 1.35 million-acres to 202,000 acres (85 percent). The proclamation also slashed the size of the 1.9-million-acre

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Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, which dates back to 1996, to just over one million acres (46 percent). U.S. Department of Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke also announced plans to make changes to the boundaries of the Gold Butte National Monument in Nevada, the Castle Mountains National Monument in California, and the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument along the border of Oregon and California.

In response to President Trump’s proclamation, environmental and Native American groups have filed lawsuits to prohibit reductions to the monuments. While U.S. presidents have reduced the size of national monuments 18 times, this marks the first time that the decisions will be subject to judicial review.

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The 110-year-old Antiquities Act provides the president authority to preserve land with significant natural, cultural or scientific features.

It has resulted in hundreds of millions of acres being set aside over the decades leading many to question whether the footprints are larger than necessary. The issue is consequential for off-road recreation enthusiasts since national monuments automatically prohibit new roads or trails for motorized vehicles and require a new land management plan be drafted that could lead to more road closures. ORBA, SEMA and many other organizations support legislation (H.R. 3990) in the U.S. Congress to curtail the President’s power to unilaterally designate national monuments by requiring their approval by Congress and the impacted state legislature(s).

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U.S. House Committee Passes Bill to Reign-In National Monument Designations The U.S. House Natural Resources Committee passed legislation on October 11th that would limit the president’s authority to unilaterally designate national monuments. The “National Monument Creation and Protection Act” (H.R. 3990) would limit the size of future national monument designations, require approval of state and local government bodies for larger monument designations, cap the size of designations at 85,000 acres, and narrow the criteria used to determine national monuments. The bill would specifically: • Limit the size of monument designations based on their size: • 640 acres or less - presidents could unilaterally designate only these monuments.

• 641 and 5,000 acres - require a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review.

• 5,001 to 10,000 acres - require an environmental assessment (EA) or environmental impact statement (EIS) in addition to a NEPA review.

• 10,001 to 85,000 acres – require either an EA or EIS, a NEPA review, and the approval of the county government, state legislature, and governor in the impacted area.

• Limit what objects qualify for monument protections, including relics, artifacts, fossils and skeletal remains, and certain previously-constructed buildings.

• Clarify the president’s ability to reduce the size of a monument by up to 85,000 acres without congressional approval. Larger reductions would require the approval of the county government, state legislature and governor where the site is located and a NEPA review.

Recreation Advisory Committee Established Within U.S. Department of the Interior The U.S. Department of the Interior is devoting important new resources to outdoor recreation on America’s public lands and waters. Secretary Ryan Zinke announced the creation of a Recreation Advisory Committee on November 7th PAGE 14

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that will focus on improving visitor experiences through expanded public-private partnerships.

The committee will be “dedicated to looking at public-private partnerships across all public lands, with the goal of expanding access to and improving the infrastructure on public lands.”

The Outdoor Recreation Industry Roundtable (ORIR) had urged the creation of the new advisory committee. The ORIR is comprised of leading industry associations, including SEMA and the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC), which represent off-roading, camping, fishing, boating, hiking, archery and other sports. The Recreation Advisory Committee will help to advance the ORIR’s primary mission to spotlight the economic value of outdoor recreation and pursue federal policy reforms for rebuilding and expanding the nation’s recreation-related infrastructure.

The creation of the Recreation Advisory Committee is an important step in harnessing the might of the $887 billion-per-year outdoor recreation economy, and shows the Interior Department’s commitment to supporting its continued growth. The committee will offer new opportunities for experienced and committed supporters of the Great Outdoors to collaborate with the Secretary and other Interior officials on a wide range of issues, including expansion of world-class visitor services and infrastructure, skillful management of peak visitation, improving fee collection, incorporating new technologies, and much more.

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BLM Creating Website Showcasing Top 34 OHV Riding Areas

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By David Hasley, NOHVCC Contributing Writer

Looking for the best places to ride off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management? Soon you’ll be able to use your computer to plan your rides to popular BLM riding areas, and get all the information you need.

The BLM is creating a website, complete with maps, photos and videos, of its top 34 OHV riding areas.

The new website will follow the template of a popular BLM website already in use, showing the top 20 mountain bike trails on BLM lands. They are part of an initiative called “Connecting with Communities,” designed to enhance partnerships between the federal agency and local communities, by promoting a wide range of recreational opportunities.

The National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) is playing a key role in the new website’s content. “It’s really cool because it features a lot of information for a single area,” said Marc Hildesheim, NOHVCC Project Manager. “With assistance from NOHVCC’s partner network and local BLM Field Office staff, the BLM created a list of 34 of the best OHV recreation opportunities that they manage. From that list, the BLM is creating an interactive website that will include important information about the riding areas, including what you need to ride, maps, pictures and videos of trails and facilities, and points of interest. NOHVCC will be assisting with the collection of the pictures, videos and information for this website.”

Hildesheim is working with Brad Colin and Dennis Byrd, Outdoor Recreation Planners with the BLM. They made a presentation of the project at the joint conference of NOHVCC and the International OffHighway Vehicle Administrators Association (INOHVAA), held last month in New Hampshire. It was titled “BLM’s Top Recreation Management Mapping Project.”

To populate the new website with information, photos and videos, the team is working on materials that explain what information riders can collect and where to send it. “We’re looking to provide photos and videos, plus what the laws are in that area, and the facilities there, to be prepared for day use or camping, such as availability of water and fuel. We hope to have a workable product by the end of the year.”

To see the mountain bike website, which the OHV website will mimic, go to: https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/ mountainbike .

The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land, the most of any Federal agency. This land, known as the National System of Public Lands, is primarily located in 12 Western states, including Alaska. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation.

The BLM’s mission is to manage and conserve the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations under our mandate of multiple-use and sustained yield. In Fiscal Year 2014, the BLM generated $5.2 billion in receipts from public lands.

(Source: BLM website)

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‘Great Trails’

Guidebook Is Changing Attitudes, Moving Trail Projects Forward

Hello NOHVCC!

It’s been 2 years since the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) released its new guidebook titled ‘Great Trails: Providing Quality OHV Trails and Experiences’. Today, it is the ultimate resource for OHV organizations, as well as OHV program managers and land managers at state and federal agencies. It is helping folks at all levels of motorized recreation to move the NOHVCC mission forward. In addition to verbal feedback on the 350page resource, we occasionally receive email notes.

This one from Bryan Much, NOHVCC Associate State Partner in Wisconsin, reports on how he is using ‘Great Trails’ to educate club members new to trail building.

By David Hasley, NOHVCC Contributing Writer I wanted to share some feedback about the new ‘Great Trails’ book. Not long after the book was released, I started working with a new club to get a trail project started. Some people started making comments about doing “a little cutting and we could be riding in a couple of months.” I explained to them that the days of simply riding in a trail without much planning and poor construction are long gone.

Over the past year, I’ve been working to help them understand that the trail has to be sustainably constructed, with the best practices, or we will not likely get another shot at additional trail projects around the State. This is largely because we have an old trail in one county that is in pretty bad shape. Unfortunately, people are pointing to it as the likely outcome of a trail project. I point out to them that we do things differently now.

I asked people involved in the trail project to buy the ‘Great Trails’ book, to learn more about trail design and construction techniques. They’ve been reading and slowly coming to adopt its principles.

One day, I was working with them on developing the project. As they worked in small groups doing a practical exercise with acetate overlays, I overheard some encouraging conversations that indicated they had internalized much of what I had been trying to get them to buy into.

They had a meeting today to work on some things, without me being there, and the report I got is that they now “get it.” They realize the project may take 3 years to complete, and they are committed to doing it properly. It was encouraging to hear that the conversations weren’t just to go along with me (since I wasn’t there), but were their own beliefs. It made me smile.

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They are passing the books around and really working on developing their understanding. I have formal trail-training scheduled for some of the members. In that training, they will also learn about Wisconsin water regulations, dealing with oak wilt, and other important add-ons to a trail course.

Upon my recommendation, the county land manager also purchased the book, and will be part of our trail training class. The book showed him that we can build a proper trail, with little risk to their forestry certification program. Clearly, the Great Trails book is a valuable resource, with up-to-date information and illustrations that help to develop understanding. It would have been very difficult to change some attitudes without this reference.

‘Great Trails’ will have a far-ranging impact in Wisconsin over time. We want this trail to be a showcase for other projects we might go after. The project is now approved and the first phase of construction is underway. Without the book, I’m not sure we could have gotten things on the right track.

I just wanted to let you know, with this as an example, that products like this really make a big difference in the field. Please pass the word to those involved in this great resource.

Regards, Bryan Much, Wisconsin Thanks for that report, Bryan. It’s great to hear that ‘Great Trails’ is having a big impact at the grassroots level. Bryan Much is president of the Wisconsin Off-Highway Motorcycle Association (WOHMA) and is a NOHVCC Associate State Partner. In 2016, he was presented with the NOHVCC Partner of the Year Award for his strong OHV advocacy in Wisconsin. He championed the State’s new off-highway motorcycle (OHM) sticker program, allowing motorcyclists to generate funds in order to build and sustain OHM trails.

Four years in the making, ‘Great Trails’ was written by one of the industry’s most-respected experts, Dick Dufourd of RecConnect, with assistance from 20 more OHV experts from around the country. The guidebook was funded by 30 OHV agencies and organizations. You can download the book in separate pdf files, free of charge, or purchase hard copies for your club or agency for $30 each. To get started, go to http://gt.nohvcc.org.

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Trail Management Objectives (TMOs) Turn Good Rides Into “Great Trails”

By David Hasley, NOHVCC Contributing Writer A Midwest ATV club maintains one of the region’s largest off-highway vehicle (OHV) trail systems.

Its many miles of both easy Forest Roads and rocky, winding technical trails attract riders from many States and several Provinces.

Recently, some riders mentioned to the club that they didn’t like taking their ATVs and Side-by-Sides down a rocky, technical section of trail and wished it was smoother and easier. The trail manager got in his excavator and removed the small boulders on that stretch, essentially changing the difficulty level from “more difficult” to “easy.”

Other riders, who like the challenge of rocky trails, complained.

It was a bad situation, creating conflict and confusion between the club and user groups.

Unfortunately, that club and others in the State have no official Trail Management Objectives (TMOs) to refer to. No printed guidelines on how to manage the trails and maintain them for the difficulty level for which they were designed.

TMOs are the thread that sustains Great Trails

The “Great Trail Continuum” -- the interdependent and ongoing components of a successful trail project -- includes Planning, Design, Implementation & Construction, Maintenance, and Management. “TMOs are the thread that weaves the continuum together,” writes Dick Dufourd, in the NOHVCC guidebook titled “Great Trails: Providing Quality OHV Trails and Experiences.” From Dufourd’s introduction to TMOs, on page 23: PAGE 18

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“The designer must know the intended user, the intended difficulty level, and how the trail will be constructed. Construction personnel must know the user and the difficulty so that technical features like rocks, logs, and roots can be left or removed. Maintenance personnel must understand the use, the desired experience, and difficulty in order to properly maintain the trail (so they know to cut out a log or keep a technical feature). Whoever is inspecting the trail needs to understand the resource values and determine if they are becoming impacted. Those people also need to determine if the trail is still providing the desired experience or difficulty level and ascertain if maintenance, reconstruction, or relocation is warranted.”

TMOs are more than verbal directions

TMOs involve more than difficulty level. And they must be more than verbal directions; they must be part of a written document, describing the use and management of a trail, and outlining the following: • The primary uses and vehicle types • Other allowable uses • The desired recreation experience: transportation road, recreation road, trail, loop trail, destination trail • The intended difficulty level (This may change once the trail is finally located on the ground) • Design guidelines including clearing width, tread width, and grades • How the trail will be constructed: machine or hand-built • Maintenance frequency and methods • Trail management such as open all year, seasonally closed for wildlife, closed during wet season • Frequency of trail inspection and assessment • Any specific resource concerns or issues associated with the trail including grazing allotment, wildlife, cultural sites, sensitive plant sites, water quality, and nearby residents Documented TMOs also provide a level of continuity of maintenance, when those who manage or maintain the trail pass their job on to the next person. “You need to record it and report it,” said Jack Terrell, NOHVCC Senior Project Manager, at a NOHVCC Great Trails Workshop. “And why we say that is, if it isn’t in writing, it didn’t happen. If you’re constantly doing maintenance on a particular location, that fact needs to be documented, because maybe what you’re doing isn’t the most efficient or the most economical. You need to look at it and decide if you should be changing the trail as opposed to maintaining the trail. That’s why it’s important to keep a record of the maintenance work you’ve done.”

A lack of TMOs also creates confusion in States with Trail Ambassador programs. They visit with riders, answering questions about OHV rules and regulations. They also monitor the trails, photographing and GPSing any hazards they discover, such as clogged culverts or downed trees, and report them to their State DNR. But without TMOs, Trail Ambassadors are free to clear trails of small branches or logs, creating a smooth trail surface, or leave them as an obstacle for everyone to ride over, enhancing the fun factor and their riding skills.

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The Rising Cost of “Preservation and Protection”

By Jerry Smith

Director of Environmental Affairs – United Four Wheel Drive Associations

Let’s say you are fortunate enough to live in or near one of our National Forests. Outside your home is the little piece of heaven that you worked so hard to afford.

The tall trees sing their lungs out each evening as the variable cool breeze bends them into a swaying rhythm. Sunsets from your patio are something you live for each evening while you grill your main dish for dinner. How could life be any better?

Having feasted on your BBQ chicken, you finally get around to opening the days mail. It’s the usual… an electric bill, a credit card offer, and your property insurance company has sent you notice that your donation this year will be double what it was last year. WHAT??

How can my property insurance have doubled in one year? That’s got to be a huge mistake!!

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in an extremely high-risk fire area. What once was considered a lovely, secluded home in the tall timber is now seen as an open box of matches waiting for a spark.

This scenario is becoming more common around the country. Property insurance in some areas is nearly impossible to afford… that is IF you can even get a quote!!

This lack of insurance availability affects more than just your homeowner insurance. If you were to be looking to buy a home in such an area, what is one of the requirements of receiving a mortgage?

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to cover the cost of rebuilding in case of a natural disaster such as fire. Otherwise, you can’t get a loan in the first place.

If you can’t get a loan to buy a home in certain areas, how does that affect the value of an existing home? Whoa!! Can you say CHEAP? Now your pride and joy home in the woods isn’t worth the money you paid for it just a few years ago.

How can this be?? What happened that caused all of this?

There are several reasons. Some are valid, some are just smoke distorting the view. One of the more prevalent arguments you hear often is “Global Warming” or “Climate Change”. How does a changing climate affect your home’s value and insurability? That answer is in the “smoky” category.

Climate change no doubt has some affect, but the definition of “climate change” in the context of the current political scene is not likely going to make much of an impact.

Drought is another one of the arguments you’ll hear often. Yes, drought is a definite factor.

Insect invasion (beetle kill) is something they will claim, and they’d be right!

One not too often offered is disease. Our forests are subject to several diseases that can cause vast numbers of trees and other plant life to die.

What they are NOT telling you is that drought, insects, and disease are only SYMPTOMS of a larger problem. That larger problem, the majority CAUSE of all the trees dying is mismanagement of our National Forests.

Now before you start thinking bad things about the US Forest Service, let’s take this to another level. There is much blame to lie at the feet of the Forest Service, but they are NOT the entire culprit in this story.

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Enter the “environmental” community. All those wonderful people who claim to be the “protectors”, “preservationists”, and saviors of all public lands.

Is it not noble to want to protect an endangered or threatened species or keep the dastardly evil energy companies from deforming the unique natural landscape of every square inch of public lands?

How can saving an endangered species raise your property insurance rates? Isn’t that being iconoclastic? Actually, there is empirical proof for that statement.

The whole of the US National Forest Service (USFS) has lost sight of their original forest management direction and mission. This is a gradual systematic change that began in approximately 1964 and has been growing at an increased pace since that time.

In 1964, Congress passed the Wilderness Act. This was the beginning of the present day “Environmental Movement”.

Even though laws such as The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the “National Forest Management Act of 1976”, MultipleUse Sustained-Yield Act of 1960, Endangered Species Act (ESA), and others dictate that the Secretary of Agriculture develop and administer the renewable resources of timber, range, water, recreation and wildlife on the national forests for multiple use and sustained yield of the products and services, “preservation and protection” of our National Forests has become the overwhelming focus of the USFS. In most regions of our National Forests, it takes about 50-years for an average tree to mature. In the 50+ years since the Wilderness Act, many changes in forest management have been made. Most of them have occurred at such a slow pace, they have gone largely unnoticed by most. Management’s focus has gone from one of “Multiple Use and Sustained Yield” to one of “Preservation and Protection”.

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the same time. Mature trees are far more susceptible to drought, insects, disease, and wildfires.

An overall healthy forest would be better able to naturally combat beetle infestations. That is how forests have survived for eons.

The watersheds are suffering because there is no emergent growth to stabilize the soils and hold the ground water as nature does.

The proof is easy to see if you look at all the things that are now allowed in Congressionally designated Wilderness that the original Wilderness Act would have eliminated immediately. The major definition of Wilderness LAW; “A wilderness, in contrast with those areas where man and his own works dominate the landscape, is hereby recognized as an area where the earth and its community of life are untrammeled by man, where man himself is a visitor who does not remain.” has been so diluted that only Interstate Highways and high-rise buildings are not allowed… YET!! These changes have come by way of unwise and prejudicial “Rule” changes, NOT law.

Present Wilderness Study Areas contain old logging sites, various irrigation systems, buildings, roads, trails, mining digs, and other “man-made” instances. Some of the roads that encroach into Wilderness even have vehicular gates and signage stating “Route Closed”. This was NOT the intention of the Wilderness Act of 1964.

In the 1980s, one of the major management tools of the USFS was largely curtailed. The logging industry was nearly put totally out of business in the name of “Preservation and Protection”. The results of this are just beginning to show.

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Wildlife habitat is in poor condition because the forests are largely all in the same term of growth. A healthy forest is diverse in its levels of growth. There are new growth areas intermingled with medium and old growth. This is how wildlife habitat is supposed to be. Any wildlife biologist will tell you it takes a diverse habitat for a healthy, thriving wildlife community.

Some wildlife needs the young plant life for its source of food and cover. Others require a more medium growth for the same reasons. Still others must have the old growth for nesting and the places to hunt from. Without all stages of growth, all other plant life and wildlife suffer.

Because of the “Protect and Preserve” ways of managing the forests, great accumulations of fuel cause extreme wildfires. Wildfires now burn so intensely that everything is incinerated. Not one living thing survives in huge areas. Erosion and pollution amounting to more than what all the tires ever produced now takes place every year in burned areas. More silting and erosion into streams and rivers from one fire occur than from all the old forest roads and trails combined.

In a healthy forest, islands of green growth are left in the wake of a fire from which Nature can reforest. Seeds that require heat from a fire to begin their germination are brought to life. Wildlife can survive on these islands in the interim.

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is used for wildfire suppression. Imagine what GOOD could be done with even half of that money.

Managed properly, reintroducing logging practices is the only way that will return our forests to being healthy. The wisdom of Multiple Use and Sustained Yield can be the right “medicine” if the USFS can break away from its present “Preservation and Protection” mode of operation.

If your home happens to be in or near forests left untended for many years, your home is in jeopardy of being burned when the forest finally succumbs to wildfire… and it will.

Insurance companies know this. If you were going to be liable for an inevitable wildfire and its aftermath, would you want to be let out of that contract? They do too. So, by raising their rates to astronomical levels, most people will quit paying and the insurer is off the hook.

The bottom line comes down to this; the “Protection and Preservation” way of managing public lands is a huge failure. Every time you hear that another “environmental” organization has taken public land management to court, think about what that is doing to your homeowner’s insurance rates.

Yes… it DOES affect you personally!!

There are

3,000+

snowmobile clubs

worldwide, involved in trail grooming, charity fund raising and family activities.

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SNOWMO

• The average snowmobile snowmobiler last season rode 1,125 miles / 1,891 kilometers.

The number of miles ridden, on average, is dependent on snow cover, so we will see if Mother Nature brings us more days of snow for riding this season.

• 58% of snowmobilers belong to a club and participate in many of their club’s events.

If you do not belong to a snowmobile club, I recommend you consider joining! Clubs hold great riding events, great parties, and are made up of wonderful people that become great friends. Join a club and have a great time!!!

• About 50% of the people that snowmobile, trailer their snowmobile to their riding area.

The other 50% ride from their home or cabin.

• Snowmobiling is a family friendly activity. 96% of all those responding to surveys report that they snowmobile with family and with friends and with club members.

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Snowmobilers are outdoor recreationists all year around.

Following is a list of recreational activities that snowmobilers participate in when they aren’t out riding: 56% go Camping 55% go Boating 55% go Fishing 54% go ATV Riding 47% go Hunting 30% go Hiking 29% go Motorcycle Riding 26% go Golfing 19% go Personal Watercraft Riding 17% go Downhill Skiing 14% do other recreational Activities Yes, we are a year around active group!

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Snowmobilers are a big part of the winter economic engine by spending an average of $2000 each year going snowmobiling, traveling to their snowmobiling spot, and food, gas, and lodging. In many places of North America, snowmobilers pay the bills for many people involved in the Winter Tourism Industries and related businesses.

OBILING

There are ov er 42 registered non-profit as sociations representing snowmobile rs in the US, Canada, Eur ope and Russia.

Snowmobilers come in all ages.

The average snowmobiler however, is 44 years old. The age breakdown is as follows: 8% are under 18 years old 10% are 18-29 years old 27% are 30 – 44 years old 28% are 45-59 years old 19% are 60-69 years old 8% are 70 years old and up

Approximately

75%

As you can see, snowmobilers make up all segments of the population!

of the snowmobilers are male.

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International Snowmobile Safety Week: January 20-28, 2018

The snowmobile community is again holding the International Snowmobile Safety Week.

This is the 25th year where the entire snowmobile community, including State and Provincial Snowmobile Associations, Visitors and Convention Bureaus, Chambers of Commerce, Snowmobile Clubs and local and state and provincial agencies join together to recognize the importance of safe, responsible snowmobiling. Many groups highlight safety week by holding various snowmobile safety training programs. All of the efforts concentrate the key position statements highlighted by the safety week efforts. Those key points include: • • • • • • • •

Snowmobiling and alcohol don’t mix - Don’t drink and ride.

Smart Riders are Safe Riders – Take a snowmobile safety training course.

When night riding slow down – Expect the unexpected.

Know before you go – Always check local ice conditions.

Cross with Care.

Know the risks and be prepared – Make every trip a round trip.

One is the loneliest number – Never ride alone.

Ride safe, stay on the trail – Respect private property.

Snowmobiling is important to all local snowmobiling communities and therefore it is important to highlight that snowmobiling is a Fun Family Activity where we must keep safety as a top of mind awareness issue.

This year we are expanding our education that private landowners and public land managers deserve all snowmobilers respect. We highlight the need to protect land use privileges and to stay on the trail and if you don’t know – don’t go.

Snowmobile Clubs and Associations / Federations are encouraged to invite local representatives from the business community to go snowmobiling with them and show them our known, safe riding standards. There is information available from the ISMA Office to help support your efforts.

That information includes: a 22-minute Safe Rider DVD, various posters highlighting safe responsible snowmobiling behavior, reflective decals for placement on helmets and/or snowmobiles with the Safe Riders! Logo and position statement, brochures with quick safety tips.

You can visit the snowmobile.org website where you can view the Safe Riders! Video as well as any of the public Service Announcements available to use throughout your local media. There is also available to download the Safety Week Manual with ideas on how to set up a Safety Week event or get International Snowmobile Safety Week recognized in your community.

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Haslett, MI, August 29, 2017: There have been a few nips in the air and that can only mean that winter is on its way - hopefully bringing lots of snow, cold weather and great snowmobiling. On behalf of the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association members – Arctic Cat, BRP, Polaris and Yamaha Motor Corporation, we are excited to announce the continuation and expansion of the Safe Riders! You Make Snowmobiling Safe safety campaign. The Safe Riders! materials include our updated snowmobiling fact book, brochures, posters, a safety DVD and decals for snowmobilers to use in supporting their safety campaign activities.

This year we invite all snowmobilers to participate in the International Snowmobile Safety week – January 20-28, 2018. This is a great time for clubs and associations, safety trainers, etc to take time to teach snowmobilers about safe riding. Many dealerships also support and help by putting on seminars, showing customers how to maintain their sleds to keep them running in top condition, and also promoting safety related activities. Visit the www.snowmobile.org website and download the Safety Week Campaign Action Manual which contains ideas on how to promote safety week and gives ideas for putting on safe events throughout the winter. Check out the website.

The Go Snowmobiling/Take a Friend Snowmobiling Campaign continues to grow as more people visit the website www.gosnowmobiling.org for information on how to get started in snowmobiling.

The website is a great information source for all snowmobilers with links to other snowmobile related websites, state and provincial associations, and more. We encourage you to check out the www. gosnowmobiling.org site. You may wish to join in the Go Snowmobiling effort and ask some friends to go snowmobiling. Many people have tried snowmobiling for the first time with the experience resulting in the purchase of a snowmobile. That new snowmobiler can then become a club member, an association member, and expand your friendship – all because you asked them to come along and try out your winter recreation of choice.

The 9th Annual Take a Friend Snowmobiling Week is scheduled for February10-19, 2018. You can grow your organization by partnering with local businesses and Chambers of Commerce to encourage your non-snowmobiling friends to join us for a time of fun. For information and ideas on holding a Take a Friend Snowmobiling event, visit www.gosnowmobiling.org . The Campaign Guide contains many great ideas.

We are looking forward to a great year and thank you for your support. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please visit our two websites: www.snowmobile.org www.gosnowmobiling.org You can send us an email message and check out our latest releases. We also encourage you to “Like” our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/GoSnowmobiling We are expanding our Social Network and our Facebook page is growing! We hope you join us for fun snowmobiling interaction.

We are looking forward to a great year. See you on the trails soon!

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Snowmobile Safety Certification Committee Background

Haslett, MI, October 10, 2017: The snowmobile manufacturing industry first organized itself in 1965 when it formed the International Snowmobile Industry Association (ISIA). Over the years the structure has been altered and in 1995 the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) was formed to represent the manufacturers of snowmobiles throughout the world.

The snowmobile industry grew rapidly and it became apparent that there existed a need for safety and production standards for the snowmobile industry. Individual snowmobile manufacturers in 1970 worked closely with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) who helped form a subcommittee to develop recommended practices to guide manufacturers in the production of snowmobiles. In 197172, these recommended practices, developed through the SAE and other sources, were assembled by the safety engineering committee into a single usable document. This document was published in May 1973 as the Manual of Recommended Standards and Engineering practices for snowmobiles.

The Snowmobile Safety and Certification Committee (SSCC) was then formed and was presented at the International Snowmobile Congress (ISC) in June,1973. In June of 1973 the manual was submitted to the Canadian Federal Department of Transportation, to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the United States Bureau of Outdoor Recreation for their review and input.

The SSCC was recognized internationally in 1974 and continues now in its continual use and updated of the SSCC-11 Standards, which have been updated in August 2017. The Snowmobile Safety and Certification Committee is a non-profit organization which is concerned with the snowmobile machine and related product safety.

The standards within the SSCC requirements contains many specifications which are required to be met. They are all inspected and certified by a third-party Testing Laboratory. The standards are as follows: SAE J-33: Snowmobile definition SAE J-1161: Operational Sound Level for Snowmobiles SAE J-192: Maximum Exterior Sound Level for Snowmobiles SAE J-89: Dynamic Cushioning Performance Criteria for Snowmobiles SAE J-92: Throttle Control Systems SAE J-68: Switching Devices and Components SAE J-1222: Speed Assurance Controls SAE J44: Brake System Performance Requirements SAE J-45: Brake System Test Procedures SAE J-1282: Snowmobile Brake Control Systems SAE J-288: Snowmobile Fuel Tanks SAE J-2826: Test for Power-driven Parts SAE J-1279: Snowmobile Drive Mechanism Requirements SAE J-68: Tests for Snowmobile Switching Devices and Components SAE J-292: Reflective Devices and Lamps SAE J-277: Design of Voltage System SAE J-278: Snowmobile Stop Lamps PAGE 28

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SAE J-280: Snowmobile Headlamps SAE J-576: Requirements for Plastic Materials Used on Lenses and Reflectors SAE J-578: Color Specifications for Lighting and Markers SAE J-592 and 594: Additional Standards for Side Marker Lamps, etc SAE J-1062: Snowmobile Passenger Handgrips SAE J-1038: Recommendations for Children’s Snowmobiles SAE J-62: Children’s lighting SAE J-280: Snowmobile Headlamps SAE J-292: Cutter Lamps SSCC-53: Snowmobile Identification Numbers SSCC-63: Requirements of Exhaust Systems be made to a Certified Snowmobile have the proper identification stamped on the exhaust system A snowmobile shall comply with all of the above requirements set forth in the appropriate lists and their approved tests.

The SSCC Engineering Group and the SAE Snowmobile Committee are two of the more active committees working within the SSCC and the ISMA. They meet on a monthly basis to continually update and review snowmobile safety standards and technology. The manufacturers Engineering Committees meet throughout the year with regulatory bodies from North America and Europe and beyond. Technology in all engineering fields moves at a rapid pace and we can all attest to the amazing products available to us from the manufacturers. These products represent the best of technological breakthroughs and amazing quality, performance and long-lasting life expectancy.

The amount of time, work, energy, and knowledge that goes into every snowmobile produced is truly amazing and the vehicles are absolute artwork for engineering students worldwide.

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Backcountry Ascender – Updating Services for 2017-2018 Season Haslett, MI, October 12, 2017: The Backcountry Ascender Sled 360 partnership with the members of the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association is entering its second season, supporting snowmobiling safety. The Backcountry Ascender Program is a free and simple backcountry and avalanche educator. The platform uses educational gamification and good-natured competition to encourage rider awareness and improve backcountry knowledge, skills, and practical experience.

The engaging and competitive platform consists of industry and peer reviewed curriculum, selfdirected lessons and in-person courses. Snowmobilers earn points for completing lessons and courses to increase their ranking, as well as their associate clubs, state associations, dealers, and snowmobile brands.

The objective of the program is to help disseminate knowledge and improve avalanche awareness and education for all snowmobilers. Based on last year’s results, we are seeing positive preparedness and proficiency behavior changes as riders from all across North America and the world are practicing using their avalanche equipment and signing up for Avalanche Awareness classes.

A quick review of last year’s Executive Summary highlights the positive reception the program has received from snowmobile enthusiasts worldwide: 1. The number of page views last year: 144,275 2. Number of users: 9,830 3. Number of conversions: 3,320 4. Number of completed stories and /classes: 13,586 5. Number of individual sessions while on the website: 30,671 Looking at the age breakdown of usage of the website: • 9% age 18-24 • 27% age 25-34 • 20% age 35-44 • 27% age 45-54 • 7% age over 55 The website is an international website. 64% of the usage was by United States residents. 35% of the usage was by Canadian residents. Avalanche education in all of its different forms has shown a dramatic 92% drop in avalanche fatalities across North America!

Surveys are showing that many of the snowmobilers taking the online Backcountry Ascender 360 class are signing up for upper level avalanche classes on snow with recognized, certified instructors.

The snowmobile manufacturers, through the Ascender 360 program, are working closely with the American Avalanche Association and Avalanche Canada to expand formal avalanche education opportunities for snowmobilers.

Yes, the program has been a great success and many of the online classes and sorties have been updated this year with fresh content to include the American Avalanche Association and Avalanche Canada curriculum updates.

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Avalanche education is an ongoing pursuit that requires yearly proficiency. Each level has two sorties that will expire every season and will have to be redone. This encourages individuals to revisit the site and once they redo the sorties, they will receive the level badge back again.

This year there are more prizes available, including 30% discounts on many of the classes offered and free courses will be awarded from the Ride Rasmussen Style team from the Mountain Skills team, and from the Frozen Pirate Snow Services group. Prizes will also be available to folks who haven’t taken an avalanche rescue or level one avalanche training yet, but provide proof of registration for an upcoming course this season. A prize list will be published on the Ascender 360 website in the near future. Be sure to follow www.facebook.com/backcountryascender for updates.

There will be special awards presented to groups at this year’s 2018 International Snowmobile Congress, held in Halifax Nova Scotia. The following categories will be recognized at the ISC: a. b. c. d.

Top snowmobile association Top avalanche center Top snowmobile club Top rider

Interest in the educational program continues to grow. As we prepare to ride this winter, remember the key guide points: • GET THE GEAR: Ensure everyone has an avalanche transceiver, shovel, and probe on their person and knows how to use them • GET THE TRAINING: Take an avalanche course • GET THE FORECAST: Make a riding plan based on the current avalanche and weather forecast • GET THE PICTURE: If you see recent avalanche activity unstable show exists. Riding on or underneath slopes is dangerous.

• GET OUT OF HARM’S WAY: One at a time on all avalanche slopes. Don’t go to help your stuck friend. Don’t group up in runout zones.

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Red Bull Global Rallycross and Polaris Launch Exclusive Multi-Year Side-By-Side Racing Category Los Angeles, CA (December 5, 2017) – Red Bull Global Rallycross and Polaris will introduce a new racing series under the Red Bull GRC banner for the 2018 season. The multi-year partnership will bring to the series a brand new racing category with the Polaris RZR® sideby-sides, expanding the existing Red Bull GRC competition landscape that currently includes the Supercar and GRC Lites classes.

“Polaris is the ideal partner for us to work with as we develop this new entry point class for young drivers to enter the sport of rallycross,” said Red Bull GRC CEO Colin Dyne. “They are a high performance, dynamic brand that will bring more racing excitement to our fans, and will further expand our unique presence in the world of racing.”

The side-by-side competition will be the third Red Bull GRC racing category to take to the track in 2018. Joining the flagship Supercar class that launched with the series’ inception in 2011 and the GRC Lites driver development class that debuted in 2013, the side-by-side competition serves as a new and flexible entry point to Red Bull GRC. “This partnership brings together two thrill-seeking brands synonymous with blazing their own trails,” said Matt Boone, marketing manager for Polaris RZR and GENERAL. “The sideby-side competition is the perfect opportunity to showcase a vehicle that is built for power and precision, and will add a new adrenaline-pumping experience for Red Bull GRC fans.”

More details about the racing vehicles will be made available in January 2018. Prospective race teams and drivers with interest in learning more about the USAC-sanctioned category can contact info@redbullglobalrallycross.com.

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Dear Partner in Hope, Hello, our names are Brian and Janet Overly, and we are writing to you on behalf of the 6th Annual 4Wheeling For A Cure benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Our Jeep Club, RattleRock, along with Overly’s Offroad, respectfully request for your business to partner with us to help raise $20,000 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital this year to help bring hope to these children and their families.

We started this event in memory of our daughter, Brendle Sara, who was diagnosed with cancer in September 2002. She fought hard for 8 months to live, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital gave us hope and every chance at beating the cancer. Brian and I, along with our RattleRock club, started this event on the 10 year anniversary of her death. Our first event raised more than $5,000, our second event raised $17,000, and our third event raised nearly $20,000!

Throughout the last 5 years, we have raised $100,000. We have high hopes for another great event on April 14, 2018.

We ask you for your help to raise these vital funds to help support the children of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Will you please support us with a generous donation today?

If, by chance, your company will not be able to send a financial donation, we kindly request donation items to help support our big raffle event. Items like parts, safety equipment, shirts, towels, hats, mugs, etc., are welcome.

Gift certificates are also greatly appreciated.

Sincerely, Brian and Janet Overly RattleRock Club (865)308-3310 All donations can be mailed to: RattleRock Club • 775 North Union Grove Road • Friendsville, TN 37737 We will post a link to St. Jude for online donations on our Facebook page on January 1st.

Brian Overly, President Overly’s Off Road • 775 N Union Grove Road, Friendsville, TN Office: (865) 995-9800 / Cell: (865) 308-3310 / Fax: (865) 995-9850 boverly@ymail.com • overlysoffroad.com/4 Wheeling for a Cure Benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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State of SFWDA

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By Ray Stanley

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he Southern Four Wheel Drive Association is winding down another outstanding year as we finish Year Four of our rebranding strategy. First, our thanks to the many volunteers and engaged leadership that are making this journey possible. We shared recently with our SFWDA membership a financial overview of the association that reflects a strong, sustainable Balance Sheet and Operating Statements. During the first four years of this journey, SFWDA has awarded nearly $100,000 in grants to support many regional projects including the Daniel Boone Back Country Byway, Uwharrie National Forest, Tread Lightly! Education, SFWDA Educational Videos and an array of other projects on both private and public lands.

The SFWDA Membership continues strong growth in 2017. The social media channels and outreach strategies continue to position our association as a relevant voice in this community. We are very proud to share for the fourth year that our association members were awarded the United Four Wheeler of the Year award. Congratulations Flint Holbrook, Director Conservation and Land use!

Also receiving the ORBA 2017 Special Recognition Award for their volunteer efforts and support of SFWDA were Walter Shafer and Pete Mier. Congratulations!

SFWDA continues its commitments and focus of resources on the development of the Daniel Boone Back Country Byway, Slade, KY. Today we have 100+ miles of excursion trails in the beautiful Red River Gorge area of KY. We are working towards a Memorandum of Understanding with the USFS; and building collaborative relationships across the local counties. The association is also working towards a Summary Judgement on legal access to public roads that will be the critical legal precedence for future access on the Daniel Boone.

Our SFWDA Volunteers are actively engaged with the Uwharrie National Forest, Chattahoochee National Forest/Beasley Knob OHV; Tennessee Commissioner’s Council on Greenways and Trails; Georgia Recreational Trail Program; and the USFS Region 8 Southern Region Recreation Resource Committee. During 2017, Tennessee Recreational Trails funds were utilized to purchase 1,340 acres for the development of the Southern Gulf Off Road Park, Coalmont, TN. SFWDA has been committed to this project since 2011 and now sees the realization of this project. Additional grant monies have been awarded for construction projects in 2018. We are pleased that the operating Board of Directors include a SFWDA representative, two additional off road club representatives and a retired Tennessee TDEC Manager. The initial construction is targeted to start in the Spring/Summer 2018. Additionally, our SFWDA Volunteers are actively engaged with a number of private OHV lands including Adventure Off Road Park, Windrock Park, Big Creek Rocks, Busted Knuckle Off Road Park and others.

As part of our recent SFWDA Annual Meeting, we reaffirmed our commitments to the Off Road Business Association, Blue Ribbon Coalition, United Four Wheel Drive Association and Tread Lightly.

Our thanks to all these organizations! This is only possible because of the great Southern volunteers and our shared vision of “One Voice!”

Happy Holidays from our SFWDA families to yours!

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Yamaha receives international design award

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Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has gained recognition for its XSR900 motorcycle, earning the winning title in the transportation category of the German Design Award competition. This achievement marks the second year in a row that Yamaha Motor has received this Award, following last year’s success by the YZF-R1 motorcycle.

In the German Design Award, the German Design Council recommends products from around the world which have already been evaluated as of a high design standard.

Only after receiving that recommendation can an application be made for this internationally-prestigious design award. The title of “Winner” is an award of excellence bestowed only on works chosen by a jury from within each category.

The XSR900 was developed to satisfy riders in developed markets — where the culture of enjoying motorcycles as a hobby is well-established — who prefer a more “traditional” style. The simple and retro exterior combined with performance through cutting-edge technology provide pride of ownership along with riding enjoyment. This award also marks the seventh design honor for the XSR900, following award achievements in the Good Design Award 2016: BEST100, Auto Color Awards 2016: Special Awards, JIDA Design Museum Selection 2016, iF Design Award 2017, Red Dot Award 2017: best of the best, and the International Design Excellence Awards 2017: finalist.

In addition, the MT-10SP motorcycle, the F25 and F100 outboard motors, and the MJ-GP1800 and MJ-EX Deluxe personal watercraft also received “Special Mention.”

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New youth motocross model from Yamaha in February

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, has introduced a new “Step into the victorYZone” video via their website and social media channels. The video alludes to an exciting new youth motocross model that the company says will be unveiled in February 2018.

“With the addition of this exciting new motorcycle, riders of nearly all ages will be able to join the bLU cRU,” said Derek Books, Yamaha’s Motorcycle Product Line manager. “This all-new bike builds on Yamaha’s renowned history of performance and durability, helping young riders step onto the top of the podium and into the victorYZone”.

Yamaha will announce more information regarding opportunities for young riders to step into the victorYZone this coming February.

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OUR MEMBERS The companies listed below are proud members of ORBA. They support our common goal of preserving off-road recreation for America’s families. ORBA appreciates their support and looks forward to working with them on the future of off-road recreation. Learn how to join our team efforts and become a member at www.orba.biz.

COMPANY WEBSITE 4 Wheel Parts Wholesalers www.4wheelparts.com SEMA www.sema.org OMIX-ADA Inc. www.omix-ada.com BFGoodrich www.bfgoodrich.com Falken Tire www.falkentire.com Fox Racing Shox www.foxracingshox.com MAXXIS International www.maxxis.com AMA D37 Off-Road www.district37ama.org ARB USA www.arbusa.com The Carlstar Group LLC www.carlstargroup.com CNSA www.cnsa.net DynoMax www.dynomax.com Family Events/The Promotion Co. www.familyevents.com KAR TEK Off-Road www.kartek.com Kawasaki Motors Corporation www.kawasaki.com McKenzie’s Performance Products www.mckenzies.com MOTOWORLD of El Cajon www.motoworldofelcajon.com Off Road Warehouse www.offroadwarehouse.com PAC Racing Springs www.racingsprings.com Performance Automotive Group www.p-a-g.net Pro Comp Suspension www.procompusa.com Race Car Dynamics, Inc. www.racecardynamics.com Rancho Performance Suspension www.gorancho.com Southern Four Wheel Drive Association (SFWDA) www.sfwda.org Southern Motorcycle Supply, Inc. www.southernms.com Tenneco, Inc. www.tenneco.com Thrush www.thrush.com Yamaha Motor Corporation USA www.yamaha-motor.com YUASA Battery, Inc. www.yuasabatteries.com Accion el la Baja TV View on Facebook Advance Adapters Inc. www.advanceadapters.com Advantage Performance www.advantage-on-line.com All German Auto www.allgermanauto.com Alpinestars www.alpinestars.com Alumi Craft www.alumicraft.info AMA D36 www.ama-d36.org APE Wraps www.apewraps.com Baja Designs www.bajadesigns.com Baldwin Motor Sports www.baldwinmotorsports.com Beaumont Yamaha www.beaumontpowersports.com Bell Helmets www.bellsports.com Berts Mega Mall www.bertsmegamall.com Bestop, Inc. www.bestop.com Bilstein/ThyssenKrupp of America www.bilstein.com California Association of 4 Wheel Drive Clubs, Inc.www.cal4wheel.com Calmini Manufacturing www.calmini.com C&D Cycle Center www.cndcyclecenter.com CB Performance Products, Inc. www.cbperformance.com Champion Wheel Co., Inc. www.championwheel.com Coyne Motorsports www.10westmotorsports.com Currie Enterprises www.currieenterprises.com Custom Decals, Inc. www.customdecal.com Cycle Gear www.cyclegear.com D.I.D. Chain/Daido Kogyo Co. www.did-daido.co Daystar Products International www.daystarweb.com Dirtboy Designs www.dirtboydesigns.com

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WINTER Don Emde Publications – Parts Magazine www.partsmag.com Duncan Racing www.duncanracing.com DWT Racing www.douglaswheel.com Dyno Shop www.thedynoshop.com East Bay Motorsports, Inc. www.eastbaymotorsports.com EBC Brakes USA, Inc. www.ebcbrakes.com ECP Powder Coating ecppowdercoatinginc.com El Pato Rojo Off Road Racing www.elpatorojo.com EMPI, Inc. www.empius.com Extreme Terrain www.extremeterrain.com F&L Racing Fuel www.fandl.com F. K. Bearings Inc. www.fkrodends.com Factory Effex www.factoryeffex.com Factory Pipe www.factorypipe.com Full Traction Suspension www.full-traction.com Fullerton Sand Sports www.fullertonsandsports.com Fun Bike Center www.funbike.com Funco Motor Sports www.funcomotorsports.com G&G Auto Repair No website Garvin Industries www.garvin-industries.com GenRight Offroad www.genright.com Griffin Thermal Products www.griffinrad.com Hammerking Productions No website Hanson OffRoad PureJeep www.hansonoffroad.com Hella, Inc. www.hellausa.com Hellwig Products www.hellwigproducts.com Helmet House www.helmethouse.com Hinson Clutch Components www.hinsonracing.com Howe Perf. Power Steering www.howeperformance.com Imperial Valley Cycle Center www.ivcycle.com K&N Engineering Inc. www.knfilters.com KC HiLiTES www.kchilites.com Kennedy Engineered Products www.kennedyeng.com King Shock Technology, Inc. www.kingshocks.com Lake Tahoe Adventures www.Laketahoeadventures.com Latest Rage www.latestrage.net Lazer Star www.weekendconcepts.com Liberty Motorsports www.libertymotorsports.com Lightforce USA, Inc. www.lightforceusa.com Lucas Oil www.lucasoil.com Marketplace Events – AIMExpo www.AIMExpoUSA.com M.I.T. Drivetrain Specialists www.mit4x4.com M.T.A., Inc. www.mta-la.com MasterCraft Race Products www.mastercraftseats.com Maxima Products www.maximausa.com Mickey Thompson Perf. Tires www.mickeythompsontires.com Mid-Cities Honda/Kawa/Sea-Doo www.mid-citieshonda.com Moore & Sons M/C www.motorcycle-usa.com Moore Parts Source www.mooreparts.com Motion-Pro www.motionpro.com Motive Gear www.motivegear.com Motorcycle Racing Association of Nevada www.mranracing.com National Powersport Auctions www.npauctions.com Neanderthal Cycle Salvage www.cyclesalvage.com Nemesis Industries www.nem-ind.com Off Road Design www.offroaddesign.com Offroad Power Products www.offroadpowerproducts.com Off Road Protectors www.offroadprotectors.com Off-Road Adventures Magazine www.offroadadventures.com Off-Road.com www.off-road.com OMF Performance Products www.omfperformance.com O’Neal, Inc. www.oneal.com Outerwears, Inc. www.outerwears.net Outfront Motorsports www.outfrontmotorsports.com Painless Performance www.painlessperformance.com

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ORBA.BIZ Palomar Communications PCI Race Radios, Inc. Petroworks Off-Road Products Phoenix Stamping Group, LLC Pirate4x4.com Pit Bull Tire Company Poison Spyder Polaris Industries, Inc. Poly Performance, Inc. Power Tank Predator 4 Wheel Drive, LLC Pro Competition Tire & Wheel Co. PRP Seates Racer X Illustrated Rancho Performance Transaxles Replay XD Rocky Mountain ATV/MC Rough Country Suspensions RuffStuff Specialities San Diego’s House of Motorcycles San Luis Motorsports Sand Sports Magazine Sand Sports Super Show Savvy OffRoad Scat Enterprises Scott’s Performance Products Scorpion Motorsports SXS Performance Skyjacker Suspensions SLiME/Accessories Marketing, Inc. SoCal SuperTrucks Sullivans Motorcycle&Snowmobile Access.

Superlift Suspension Sway-A-Way, Inc Team Alba Racing TEN The Enthusiasts Network The Brothers PowerSports The Converter Shop Torchmate, Inc. Total Chaos Fabrication Toyota of Escondido Trail Gear, Inc. Trail Tech Inc. TrailReady Products,LLC Trails Preservation Alliance TREKWERX Troy Lee Designs Truck-Lite Company, LLC Tuff Country Suspension Tuffy Security Products, Inc. UM Performance Products VP Racing Fuels, Inc. West VW Paradise Walker Evans Racing WARN Industries Weddle Engineering Wheel Pros Wide Open Excursion Wilco Products/Tiregate Wiseco Pistons Works Connection, Inc. WPS/Fly Racing Xtreme Tire Co. Inc. Yukon Gear & Axle

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January 6th: CA4WDA North District Meeting – Sacramento, CA January 12th: CA4WDA Superstition 20 – Borrego Springs, CA January 12th: CA4WDA Winter Fun Festival – Grass Valley, CA January 20th: CA4WDA Central District Meeting – Kingsburg, CA January 27th: CA4WDA South District Meeting – Ontario, CA February 2nd – 10th: ULTRA4S King of the Hammers – Johnson Valley, CA February 16th – 18th: CA4WDA Convention – Riverside, CA April 13th: ULTRA4S at Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area – Coal township, PA April 21st & 22nd: Off-Road Expo – Scottsdale, AR May 11th: ULTRA4S Stampede – Prairie City SVRA, CA June 13th – 16th: International Snowmobile Conference – Halifax, Nova Scotia June 15th: ULTRA4S Cross Bar Ranch – Davis, OK July 20th: ULTRA4S Battle in Bluegrass – Dirty Turtle Bedford, KY August 10th: ULTRA4S Ridgecrest – Ridgecrest OHV, CA August 14th – 18th: NOHVCC & INOHVAA Annual Conference – Grand Rapids, MI September 29th – 30th: Off-Road Expo – Pomona, CA October 19th: ULTRA4S National Championship – Sparks, NV October 30th – November 2nd: SEMA Show – Las Vegas, NV

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Off-Road Business Association 1701 Westwind Drive #108 Bakersfield, CA 93301 661.323.1464 Fax 661.323.1487 ORBA Board Members • Chairman: Greg Adler, Transamerican Auto Parts • Treasurer: Mark Turner, Daystar • Secretary: Lindsay Hubley, Family Events • Member: Brad Franklin, Yamaha Motorsports USA • Member: Stuart Gosswein, SEMA • Member: Kurt Miller, The Enthusiast Network • Member: Jim Chick, Bestop, Inc. • Member: J.R. Burke, Polaris Industries, Inc. ORBA Staff President & CEO: Fred Wiley 661.323.1464 fwiley@orba.biz Office Manager / Accounting: Dana Wiley 661.323.1464 dwiley@orba.biz

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