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Hi everyone, Where is the snow?

Due to the lack of snow the fun runs have had low attendance, so now the clubs have to t n e Presid be creative to find funding. Snow can still come, so everyone needs to do the snow dance.

There have been a few people that have gone to the mountains to ride and they had a lot of fun. They said there was a lot of powder to play in. Well if you can find some snow to ride on ---- have fun!!!

January 10th was the Pink Ribbon Ride. The PRR was held at the Fair Oaks Golf Course in Grafton. The golf course is a very nice place. Even though there was no snow, we played tire golf and had a scavenger hunt. One of the

Can’t believe I am already writing my article y b r for the February 2015 o Tari N issue of the Sno-Dak News. Every year seems to be getting shorter and shorter.

Memberships have been rolling in and the new online membership seems to be working, still e v i t a ironing out a couple istr st Admpin i little things. If you S ecial are interested in handling the online membership for your club please contact me and I will work with you on getting you all set up and how it works.

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teams playing tire golf had a hole in one. Teams playing the scavenger hunt had to push a dumpster, take a photo with a squirrel, etc. Some of the people in Grafton thought we were weird taking photos with signs, etc. The Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club had made snacks for everyone to eat throughout the day and the golf course made a rib dinner. The food was awesome. I would like to thank everyone for working very hard to putting together the ride.

We had a great time!!!

The legislation has started and we will keep you updated on the bills. We will need support at the legislation hearings, so if you are able to attend please do so to show your support.

By the time you read this the International Ride, Snow Jam and the Stated Ride will already have passed. I hope you were able to attend. Even if there was no snow, I hope you were able to show your support.

Laura Forbes President

As I am writing this article we are starting to see some snow in the state and groomer operators are starting to test groom in their areas. Hopefully by the time this magazine comes out we have more snow and groomed trails around the state! Please be checking the SND website weekly for local events and to see which trails are being groomed.

Everyone should be starting to think who should be nominated for the SND “Of the Year” awards, SND Hall of Fame and the Scholarship. The deadline for all applications is April 1st, 2015. You can find the applications and the criteria on the SND website or email me and I will forward you the application forms. It has been two years since we have had a Dealer of the Year; let’s work on getting a Dealer nominated this year!

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January 2015 marked thirteen years that I have been with Snowmobile North Dakota. And that doesn’t include my childhood growing up Executive Dire with the organization ctor and volunteering for the state snowmobile trail system. It’s been an excellent thirteen years filled with many challenges and achievements. I’m extremely proud of the hard work this organization and the network of its members and volunteers. Each year, all of you never cease to amaze me on the lengths you will go for snowmobiling. Keep up the excellent work; it’s your enthusiasm that drives this organization. Without a driver, we would go nowhere!

As I’m writing this article, I wish we had news to share on open trail systems and groomed trails. It’s been an odd season of cold weather to warm weather and back to cold weather where it repeats itself all over again. I’m hoping as this season comes to a close that all of the state trails have a chance to open and maintain some trail. It builds good moral and makes for a great season.

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Legislation is a constant subject in our office right now.

Looks like we will be tracking several bills throughout the season that affect the state snowmobile program. For the latest information on the 2015 Legislative Campaign please watch your email and SND’s website. Since the legislative world can move fast at times with committee hearings etc., this is the best way for us to communicate with all of you.

We will notify you of the latest hearing schedules and floor votes as soon as we are aware of them. The next best thing is to still keep contacting your local legislators and inform them you are in support of Snowmobile North Dakota’s legislative campaign. This will count when it comes to the floor vote.

As promised a few issues ago, here are the outstanding individuals who have served as Secretary and Treasurer over the years. All of these individuals along with the entire Board of Directors and the organization’s members and volunteers deserve a round of applause! And as Martin Luther King Jr. said, “not everybody can be famous but everbody can be great, because greatness is determined by service!”

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Name Pat McLaughlin Harland Haugen Jerry Lawson Dan Sweeney Rod Seibel Woody Seemann Doug Darby Jerry Lawson Rod Seibel Rhoda Greenup Steve Schefter Rhoda Greenup Jason Mclean Don Wible Norma Rasmusson Paul Christenson Missy Sjolin Marty Malachowski Laura Forbes

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Good Day SND Family and Friends Hey what’s with no snow! Hope to catch some action at Lake Metigoshe the 23rd of January with our Club, Dakota Trailblazers. Come join us if you like, we will be at the Slemmen Lodge at t the state park.

A Direcatorrge We sure would L like to ride the International Ride but we need lots of Snow Prayers from all of us. Going to be a great time on the 30th of January. Are you getting ready?

The State Ride in Mooreton was a hoot the last time we went and I hope to see everyone on the 7th of February this year. Not much snow last time but they know how to put on a fun run with buses. They had about 4 inches and some sleds were going but no one wants to wear out their track or skins or break anything. Great idea to keep everyone safe and ensure we had a ride back to the hotel in Wahpeton. I am looking forward to putting on 300 miles in one day on the SVTA trials and thanks again for sponsoring the State Ride. It would great to see more individuals at the board meetings, especially when the SND Board are out on the trails. Your ideas and comments are very important to the

SND board and besides we like your company!

By now everyone’s trails should be up to snuff and I hope everyone has learned a few things this year. My Helmet is off to Todd Thronson for doing another thorough inspection and we have a great safe trail to ride on. His job is very important and sometimes we get asked “why we have a SND trail inspector?” To keep us all safe!

To keep you informed about a few legislative items: Our team of Senators and Representatives and Senator Oley Larsen have agreed to help us draft the new bill.

We will be monitoring four bills including: Registration Increase, Registration Transfer from DOT to NDPRD, Youth Bill, NDPRD’s Appropriations bill (carry the budget for the snowmobile program). We ask you to be prepared to show your support at the Capitol; will keep you posted of the date and time.

Make sure you check the SND web page before you go out to ride. This always saved me some time, where to go, what to expect on the trail and the most important, the trail condition. Don’t go sledding in a new area without checking the web page.

Have a wonderful ride wherever you go and take a friend with you, introduce the younger generation to a great time!

Happy snowy trails to you all!

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1on1 Interview with Steve Center on BlueWater Lodge The Sno-Dak News took the opportunity to chat one on one with Steve Center, the owner of BlueWater Lodge in Walker, MN. Sno-Dak News (SDN): Where is the BlueWater Lodge located?

Steve Center (SC): BlueWater Lodge is located three miles south of Walker, Minnesota. The resort is directly across the road from the Paul Bunyan Trail and connects to the Heartland Trail, three miles from our doorstep. We are on Leech Lake and offer hundreds of miles of groomed and ungroomed riding.

SDN: What are the features of BlueWater Lodge?

SC: Each of our cabins include a master bedroom with a queen sized bed and a loft with two queen sized beds. Each level has its own bath and shower. The main level has a fireplace, living room, dining area and kitchen stocked with cooking utensils, dinnerware and glassware.

The cabins have a washer and dryer, as well as a deck overlooking Leech Lake. The twin unit home has lower units with a master bedroom, large living room, kitchen and fireplace, as well as a steam shower. The upper

units have two bedrooms/baths, kitchenette, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. There is plenty of snowmobile parking as well as secure parking in the event center lot for trailers.

SDN: What makes BlueWater Lodge stand out from the rest, a unique quality?

SC: The friendly staff is here to help with your every need and the cabins as well as the twin home are newly built and furnished with wonderful north woods appeal. The rates here are very reasonable as we try to establish ourselves as the premier winter destination in northern Minnesota. Our event center is available for your group to host club meetings, dances, awards dinners etc.

SDN: What type of snowmobiling is offered in the Walker, MN area (miles of trail, which trail system, unique sites, etc)?

SC: The location of BlueWater Lodge is perfect for snowmobiling.

There are many restaurants and establishments a short ride from here as well as connecting trails to the Brainerd lakes area, Itasca State Park (Headwaters of the Mississippi River),

Chippewa National Forrest, Paul Bunyan Forrest as well as Bemidji and Lake Bemidji State Park. The Paul Bunyan trail is steps from our front door and connects with the Heartland trail in the town of Walker, just three miles away. These trails are part of the rail-to-trail system of trails formerly used by the Burlington Northern Railroad. Northern Lights Casino is one mile from BlueWater Lodge and offers complimentary shuttle service.

SDN: What kinds of services and conveniences does the Blue Water Lodge offer?

SC: BlueWater Lodge can arrange anything from catered meals in the event center, to massages in the cabins. There is a full service spa moments away and arrangements can be made thru our office for services. We can help to provide daycare, shopping to stock your cabin, and ice fishing guides and ice house rentals. Ask our professional staff for assistance in any manner and we will be happy to help.

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SDN: How does BlueWater Lodge make every Minnesota vacation better?

SC: The first class lodging and staff make BlueWater Lodge the perfect vacation destination. We will see to it that your every need is met and that the value offered is the best in the state. The Walker area is a snowmobilers dream, and the many dining and entertainment options in the area are not to be missed.

SDN: Why did the company choose to support Snowmobile North Dakota and the online photo contest Sled’N Snap?

SC: The owners of BlueWater Lodge are from North Dakota. It is natural for us to support Snowmobile North Dakota and to promote our North Dakota owned business to your readers.

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SDN: Where can snowmobilers find more information on Blue Water Lodge?

SC: www.bluewaterlodge.com or call 218-547-2300 SDN: What kind of tips do you recommend to snowmobilers visiting the Walker, MN area?

SC: Visitors to the area can customize their trips to include whatever favorites they have. We will be happy to recommend local cuisine, entertainment or nightlife to suite your every taste. If staying in and enjoying a movie by the fireplace is what you are looking for after a day of riding, the cabins are perfect for that as well. There are fire pits throughout the resort and we will even supply s’more makings for our guests.

SDN: Not including snowmobiling, what other types of services does the company offer?

SC: We offer ice fishing and cross country skiing in the winter as well, as the casino activities nearby. Summer months are filled with fishing, water skiing, tubing etc., as well as the many miles of hiking and biking trails in the area. We truly are a four seasons resort.

Thanks for your time Steve and cheers to a great season!

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2015 Take a Friend Snowmobiling

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Haslett, MI, JANUARY 16, 2015: The Snowmobile Manufacturers through ISMA are excited to partner with the organized snowmobiling community and the many snowmobile associations and clubs who support snowmobiling throughout North America. The unique partnership between the snowmobile manufacturers and the snowmobile community is now over2015 40 years old and has grown since the inception of the Go Snowmobiling promotion 6 years ago.

The Campaign is designed to encourage the associations to work with their local snowmobile clubs, Visitors and Convention Bureaus, and other interested parties in developing and holding snowmobile demonstration rides this winter.

The snowmobile riding events may be held any time between January 1 – March 31, 2015.

The contest encourages the development and expansion of relationships that clubs and associations have with Visitors and Convention Bureaus, the media, and the related snowmobile businesses: dealers, restaurants, gas stations, banks, resorts, etc..

Research shows us that many individuals who do not presently snowmobile are very interested in “giving it a try.” Over 80% of all citizens look very favorably toward a fun snowmobiling winter experience. Our research firm, interviewing thousands of non-snowmobilers across North America, discovered that when asked, nonsnowmobilers will rate their interest in going snowmobiling on a scale of 1 – 10 as high as a “9” rating. Those of us who have participated in taking friends snowmobiling know there are “miles of smiles” from those that we invite to join us and a good time is had by all. Very often our snowmobiling family expands as new riders purchase their first new or used snowmobiles as a result of our invitation to try snowmobiling for their own family fun in the winter.

We encourage all clubs and associations to participate in this fun and profitable contest. We encourage snowmobilers to welcome non-snowmobilers to enjoy snowmobiling and the great scenery, friendship, and fun that we all enjoy during the winter months.

All snowmobile clubs are encouraged to participate in the Take a Friend Snowmobile events and support their state or provincial snowmobile association in helping make their organizations grow and prosper. An Action Manual containing some great ideas on holding a ride event can be found on the www.GoSnowmobiling.org website. All participants are welcome and encouraged to post photos of their events on our www.Facebook.com/ GoSnowmobiling Facebook page along with some brief written points telling us some details about the ride.

Our Facebook page is now close to 7000 likes and is growing rapidly. Come join us!

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Ski-Doo snowmobiles in the Iron Dog the past several years because they’re known for being durable, fast and easy on the rider – and those are certainly attributes we’ve built into the MXZ Iron Dog Special snowmobile and “It’s great to see a manufacturer build a special sled like this one and name it after our race,” our other sleds.”

commented Kevin Kastner, Iron Dog executive director. “We’re enthusiastic to be associated with Ski-Doo snowmobiles and appreciate the support they put into their racers that make the Sébastien Thibault, race manager for Ski-Doo Snowmobiles and Can-Am Off-Road vehicles added, “More than Iron Dog such a remarkable event.”

anyone else, we use racing to make our snowmobiles better. That’s especially true of cross-country races like the Iron Dog because it’s an “The extreme of how rideand every weekend.

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The Ski-Doo MXZ Iron Dog Special sled will be available starting January 15 at select dealers across North America. Production is limited on this unit and it will only be available

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U.S. Forest Service Releases Final Snowmobile Rule The U.S. Forest Service today published a final rule that will regulate when and where over-snow vehicles (snowmobiles) can be used on national forest lands.

The final rule, which will take effect in about a month, will “provide a wide range of motorized and non-motorized recreational opportunities”, said U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. “This policy maintains community input and local decision-making so that those with knowledge of local areas can decide how to best balance natural resource issues with legitimate recreational uses of national forest land.”

The Travel Management Rule, established in 2005, adopted a system in which local forest managers designated trails, routes and areas in which off-highway vehicle use was allowed or prohibited. Because snowmobile tracks melt with the snow, whether to use this specific regulatory system to manage over-snow vehicles was at the discretion of the land manager. In March 2013 an Idaho federal judge ruled in favor of a lawsuit filed by the Winter Wildlands Alliance filed in November, 2011, requiring the Forest Service to conduct more analysis.

The American Council of Snowmobile Associations (ACSA) and the Idaho State Snowmobile Association, with substantial support from the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA), appealed the decision against the Forest Service. This appeal is currently ongoing. Blue Ribbon Coalition is also listed as a participant in the appeal.

The proposed rule was published on June 18, 2014 and the Forest Service received and analyzed thousands of comments that were received during the comment period. Along with ACSA, ISMA and the other participants in the appeal filed detailed public comments. Based on its findings, the Forest Service issued the final rule.

The final rule will now require that each Forest Service unit and/or ranger district which has adequate snowfall to support OSV use, develop an OSV Plan that decides which routes, trails and areas should be open to snowmobiling, unless the unit already has such a Plan in place.

This Rule will provide consistency in how over-snow vehicle use is allowed by requiring the publication of maps designating trails, routes and areas where snowmobiles are allowed. Those forests that have already made decisions on OSV use, with public involvement, will not be required to go through that process again and current use may continue, unless the unit chooses to reopen its prior decision. Thus, a substantial number of Forests will not be required to go through this process again.

For those Forests that must conduct proceedings to designate trails, routes and areas as open or closed to snowmobile use, current use is protected on an interim basis while the unit conducts the proceeding. The Final Rule explains:

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“Until designation for a unit or District are complete and an OSV use map indentifying those designations is published, existing OSV travel management policies, restrictions, and orders remain in effect. Use of NFS roads, NFS trails, and areas on NFS lands consistent with current OSV travel management decisions and management objectives may continue.”

The Rule provides for the creation of over-snow vehicle use maps. It also modifies the definition for an “area” to encompass over-snow vehicle use over a broader landscape. The Forest Service explains that this recognizes that cross-country snowmobile use may be appropriate in areas in which cross-country use by wheeled off-highway vehicles would not be appropriate.

“Snowmobilers have participated in Forest Service planning for decades. Unfortunately it seems every time a Forest Service Plan is updated, snowmobilers lose trails and access,” said ACSA President Duane Sutton. “With this new rule, snowmobilers must maintain their diligence in attending these meetings and participating in the planning process. Our participation is more important now than ever.”

The American Council of Snowmobile Association is very appreciative of the input and financial support from individual snowmobilers, snowmobile clubs, state associations, and businesses throughout this process. ACSA looks forward to working with all of those individuals and organizations in the implementation of this Rule.

To view the entire Final Rule, see http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2015-01-28/pdf/2015-01573.pdf If you have any questions, please contact the ACSA office.

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A Message from the President.

The Holidays are behind us, credit card bills are arriving, we all begin to focus on taxes and how to get out of paying more than we feel we should, snowmobile trails are signed and in some areas groomed and are being ridden, and for those of us who snowmobile, we are in the middle of our favorite season. I hope you are all enjoying it, and have been blessed with adequate snow.

I happen to live in an area that hasn’t been so lucky yet, but I’m certainly not giving up hope. Depending on where you live, many are used to having to trailer to find good snow conditions on an annual basis. Others have the luxury of getting early snow, plenty of new snow, and have riding conditions all winter long many of us can only dream about. I envy those people!

Snowmobiling is truly an addiction in my opinion. It is a sport that consumes us year round. For the thousands of volunteers that assist at all different levels, it is a year round commitment. Many belong to and serve at the local club level. Others get involved at the State, National, and even International level. To all those volunteers everywhere, I’d like to say THANK YOU. Without all of you, snowmobiling as we know it today wouldn’t exist. It’s all of you that make the trails happen, the rules and legislation necessary for our protection and safety possible, and the constant awareness of threats to our sport become front and center to those who don’t get involved.

I have the pleasure to serve all of you as the President of the American Council of Snowmobile Association (ACSA). Chances are, if you’re reading this, you are involved at some level in snowmobiling. You most likely belong to your local club, and in most cases as a result, also belong to your State Association. You then in turn, again in most cases, become affiliated with ACSA. We are the umbrella organization that monitors and watches out for your snowmobiling interests at a variety of levels. We serve as watchdogs regarding continuous and ongoing threats to our sport and where we ride. ACSA has over the years built and nurtured relationships with decision makers at the National Level in various areas of Government. These relationships have proven to be invaluable when “knowing the right people” has been a critical part of favorable outcomes regarding potential closures to some of our favorite areas to ride.

ACSA currently has one full time Executive Director and one part time office person. The governance of ACSA is the responsibility of volunteers who serve, for no other reason except, for the fact that they love the sport of snowmobiling.

The ACSA Board of Directors is made up of Delegates from each of our member Associations. ACSA works closely with each state Association and the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association to stay on top of issues that arise and policies that could have a negative impact on our sport. In addition, ACSA has a close working relationship with the Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations, our sister entity in Canada.

As many of you know, each June, snowmobilers get together at the International Snowmobile Congress (ISC) to network and together work on snowmobile related issues. Many other snowmobile related organizations are also represented at Congress, making it one of the most critical annual snowmobile events. In June of 2015, we will gather in Niagara, NY for the 2015 ISC. Chances are, your state delegate will attend and participate in this.

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I feel the most critical function of ACSA is organizing the Annual DC Fly-In. Each spring, delegates travel to Washington, DC to get the latest updates from those in the know regarding snowmobiling. Each Chapter of ACSA holds meetings, we meet as the full ACSA Board, and one full day of the trip, each delegate visits their Congressional Delegates as a result of pre-arranged time slots by our ACSA staff. This puts us face to face with the decision makers or their staff to explain how critical our sport is to their state’s economy, and provide them with valuable up to date snowmobile information.

Another critical function of ACSA is to provide financial support to defend ongoing and continuous legal challenges by various anti-snowmobile groups. The ACSA Legal Defense Fund (LDF) was created many years ago to help with this financial support. The LDF was revitalized a couple years ago as a result of a lawsuit filed against the United States Forest Service in Idaho. Since that time, snowmobilers everywhere have realized how critical this financial support is and have contributed to our ongoing legal financial needs. I want to extend a sincere thank you to all the individuals, clubs, businesses, and organizations who have contributed. As a result of your support, I strongly believe we continue to make a difference in the outcome of the legal challenges we face.

Enjoy the rest of our favorite time of year, be safe on the trails, and continue to be Ambassadors for our sport. It’s because of you that our sport is strong and growing. Let’s all help ensure that our children, grandchildren, and beyond, are able to enjoy the beauty of winter missed by those who don’t snowmobile. For further information visit www.snowmobilers.org Duane Sutton, President, American Council of Snowmobile Associations

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Back In The Day Snowmobile Get Away to be Held in Roseau this February

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he Antique Snowmobile Club of America (ASCOA) is excited to be holding its annual winter meeting and first ever “Back in the Day Snowmobile Get-Away” in Roseau, Minnesota on February 20th and 21st. Kids of all age are invited to come and view the antique snowmobiles and participate in the outdoor show & driving events. Running concurrently is the Third Annual David Johnson Vintage Sno-Cat Spectacular.

This weekend of fun is a great way to unplug and get outdoors and enjoy one of Minnesota’s great wintertime activities. The 2 day event will include many activities where you can learn about the history of snowmobiles and see restored sleds that hold a unique history and often have a story to tell. All of the club’s events are open to the public and most are free of charge.

The event begins on Friday, February 20th with a trail ride at 1:00 pm. The ride starts at Gene’s Bar & Grill, 1095 3rd Street, NW and ends at Polaris Industries where tours of the factory will be held at 2:00 pm. Then at 3:00 p.m. there will be a tour of the Polaris Experience Center Museum.

Friday evening’s festivities include social hour at Gene’s Bar and Grill at 6 p.m. This is a great time to talk to club members about their sleds!

On Saturday, the 21st, activities will include an Antique Show & Display At Gene’s Bar & Grill at 10:00 am. At noon there will be trail rides and antique snowmobile races including a drag race, oval race and obstacle course. Throughout the day former Polaris employees and racers will be on hand to visit with the public and give them information about these fantastic machines. Who knows --- there may be some Arctic Cat experts on hand as well!

The club is anticipating that 100 antique and vintage snowmobiles will be on hand. Some of these sleds have been refurbished by the owners and some are in original condition. Either way, the owners are anxious to answer your questions.

Saturday night’s banquet, which is open to the public, concludes the club’s activities. The keynote speaker at the banquet is Andy Wells, from Bemidji Minnesota. Wells is a successful entrepreneur and President of the Wells Academy. To antique snowmobilers, engineer Andy is known for his development of the 1965 Polaris Lil’ Andy snowmobile, for whom it was named.

There will be plenty to see and do in Roseau that weekend as also going on that weekend is the Third Annual David Johnson Vintage Sno-Cat Spectacular. This snowmobile show has become an annual tradition in the area. This “Spectacular” features a show, annual grudge race between Arctic Cat and Polaris, and a parade. Something that is not to be missed!

For more information about the event visit the ASCOA website at http://www.ascoa.org or contact Club President, Valdi Stefanson, at 651 462 4497, Local Coordinator Bruce Monsrud, 218 463 2520 or Rob Crowe, Third Annual David Johnson Vintage Sno-Cat Spectacular Coordinator, 218-244-8092.

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Back In The Day Snowmobile Get Away The Antique Snowmobile Club of America (ASCOA) cordially invites you to the “Back in the Day Snowmobile Get-Away�

Roseau, Minnesota February 20th and 21st Friday

1:00 pm Trail ride from Gene's Bar & Grille to Polaris Industries 2:00 pm Polaris factory tours 3:00 pm Tour Polaris Experience Center Museum

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10:00 am Antique show & display at Gene's Bar & Grille 12:00 noon ASCOA Antique Races and Demonstrations

ur Back in the Day Snowmobile Get-Away will feature a variety of events where you can see and experience a great variety of vintage and antique snowmobiles.

We anticipate 100 of these great machines will be on hand. The owners are always happy to talk about their snowmobiles. Come and show your family what is was like in the "good old days" of snowmobiling.

Unplug and get outside! This is an event great for kids of all ages.

The whole family will be thrilled to take a look at these unique, antique and great running sleds. .

ALSO, the 3rd Annual David Johnson Vintage Sno-Cat Spectacular

The Back in the Day Snowmobile Get-Away is running simultaneously with the Third Annual David Johnson Vintage Sno-Cat Spectacular.

This annual event features a judged show, grudge race & parade. This is a great event for the whole family.

And much more!

Please visit our website for the full listing of the great events happening during the weekend. www.ascoa.org Snowmobile Club of America (ASCOA) For more information contact: Valdi Stefanson phone: 651 -462-4497 O r vi s i t o u r we b s i t e http://www.ascoa.org O r vi e w o u r b l o g a t : h t t p : / / b a c k i n t h e d a ys n o w m o b i l e g e t a wa y. b l o g s p o t . c o m /

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Forest Service issues final policy for over-snow vehicles on national forests, grasslands Policy complies with federal court order WASHINGTON January 27, 2015 at 10:00am The U.S. Forest Service today released the final policy for managing snowmobile and other “over-snow” vehicle use on national forests and grasslands. As directed by court order, the policy requires that roads, trails and areas where over-snow vehicle use can occur be specifically designated by local Forest Service mangers. Previously, managers had the discretion to decide whether to designate specific areas for over-snow vehicle use.

“The Forest Service always seeks to provide a wide range of motorized and non-motorized recreational opportunities,” said U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. “This policy maintains community input and local decision-making so that those with knowledge of local areas can decide how to best balance natural resource issues with legitimate recreational uses of national forest land.”

Many forests and grasslands currently have over-snow designations—more than 40 percent of national forests where snow depths can accommodate over-snow vehicles have guidance consistent with the final policy—and the agency has directed all remaining forest supervisors where the policy applies to make the providing local guidance a priority. The policy maintains the requirement that all designations must be made with public input as well as ensure protection of natural resources, such as water and soils and wildlife, while continuing appropriate recreational opportunities for over-snow and other recreational uses. The court’s order ensures that the final policy also provides consistency across all forests and grasslands by requiring designation of areas where over-snow use is allowed.

The policy, scheduled to be published on Wednesday, Jan. 28 (link is external) in the Federal Register, is formalized in 30 days. The Forest Service reviewed more than 20,000 comments on the proposed guidelines, which were published in June, 2014.

The best-known use of over-snow vehicles is recreation. However, over snow vehicles are also used for other purposes such as gathering firewood and subsistence hunting. Nationally, the U.S. Forest Service manages more than 200,000 miles of roads and 47,000 miles of trails that are open to motor-vehicle use. These roads and trails vary from single-track trails used by motorcycles to roads designed for high-clearance vehicles such as logging trucks.

The final policy will preserve existing decisions governing over-snow vehicle use that were made under previous authorities with public involvement; allow decisions for over-snow vehicle use to be made independently or in conjunction with decisions for other types of motor vehicle use; and local units will create over-snow vehicle use maps separate from use maps for other kinds of motor vehicles.

The mission of the Forest Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, and maintains the largest forestry research organization in the world. Public lands the Forest Service manages contribute more than $13 billion to the economy each year through visitor spending alone. Those same lands provide 20 percent of the Nation’s clean water supply, a value estimated at $7.2 billion per year. The agency has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 80 percent of the 850 million forested acres within the U.S., of which 100 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call toll-free at (866) 632-9992 (English) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642 (English Federal-relay) or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish Federal-relay).

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BLUERIBBON COALITION, INC.

A TRAIL CLOSED IS NEVER REOPENED? BRC LEGAL OPENS TRAIL 38.

BOISE, ID (February 2, 2015)- When the snow clears in the coming spring, Wyoming riders will again enjoy the opportunity to traverse Trail 38 on the Bighorn National Forest, thanks to the Inyan Kara Riders-BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) legal effort. Trail 38, a 4.5 mile section of rare Wyoming single-track, was closed in the Spring of 2012 through a Tongue District Ranger letter purporting to change the Trail’s designation to non-motorized.

Following unsuccessful outreach and correspondence to the Forest Service, local riders contacted the BRC to evaluate their options. On August 6, 2014, the BRC Legal Team filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District of Wyoming, alleging that the non-motorized designation of Trail 38 violated federal laws and regulations. Rather than answer the complaint, the Forest Service withdrew its designation, and Trail 38 reverted to its earlier motorized status.

“We are pleasantly surprised by the Forest Service’s quick and decisive choice to avoid protracted litigation,” said J.R. Riggins, a named plaintiff in the suit and leader of the Wyoming rider’s effort. “Cynics sometimes think that litigation is an expensive exercise in symbolic futility, but our ability to resume summer trips on Trail 38 serves as a tangible reminder that a well-designed courtroom effort can make a difference on the ground,” Riggins observed.

Since 1997, the BRC Legal Program has appeared across the nation to fight recreation closures and defend protrail agency decisions. Many cases involve defense against attacks from anti-access groups. Some, like Trail 38, are efforts to go “on offense” and establish or restore access opportunities which has occurred at least 14 times.

The BRC Legal Program total investment in access is at 1.7 million dollars spent and counting.

The plaintiffs in the Trail 38 effort were represented by Paul Turcke of Boise, Idaho, who has been lead counsel for BRC since the Legal Program’s inception, and local counsel Harriet Hageman and Stacia Berry of Hageman Law in Cheyenne. These lawyers previously joined forces to represent recreation interests in support of the State of Wyoming’s challenge to the 2001 Clinton-Gore Roadless Rule. The parties to the suit have reached an initial agreement on a settlement, which is undergoing final approval by federal government officials.

The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) is a national non-profit organization that champions responsible recreation and encourages a strong conservation ethic and individual stewardship, while providing leadership in efforts to keep outdoor recreation alive and well -- all sports; all trails. With members in all 50 states, BRC is focused on building enthusiast involvement with organizational efforts through membership, outreach, education and collaboration among recreationists. 1-800-BLUERIB - www.BlueRibbonCoalition.Org

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Now, Kline embarks on the adventure of a lifetime as she prepares to tr “As a seasoned trail rider, I’m looking forward to the challenge of getting out mountain riding. I am eager to learn from Canada to join experienced freerider Stephanie Santeford for a two wee more experienced riders, and can’t wait to share my stories with all of my fans, followers, and fellow snowmobile enthusiasts!” says Kline.

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American Snowmobiler Magazine will publish an article about the trip in the November 2015 Getaway Guide, and there will be extensive online coverage via social media pages and blogs, using the official hashtag #BRAAP2015 for the adventure.

The adventure is expected to focus primarily on increasing awareness about avalanche safety, in addition to educating beginner riders about the differences between trail riding and mountain riding, as well as promoting mountain riding in the west.

Van Amburg Enterprises has graciously provided the “Pink Hawk” snowmobile, which was part of the Sledchix Sled Build featured in Sledheads Magazine, for use by Kline during the trip. The 2014 Polaris RMK Pro was built by ten female Freestyle Riders in two days, and serves as the perfect vessel for this adventure.

Santeford taking the Pink Hawk for a ride.

Over the course of a two-week period, Kline will travel from Seattle, Washington to Halfway, Oregon to participate in the 15th Annual Ladies Ride organized by sponsored freerider, Brandy Floyd. From there, she will then travel to Sandpoint, Idaho to participate in the Driven Event facilitated by Sledchatter.com and including Avalanche Training by Mike Duffy from Avalanche1, and Skills Workshop taught by Brett Rasmussen.

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Chris Sporl, RLA Regional Landscape Architect and Recreation Planner Forest Service Rocky Mountain Regional Office p: 303-275-5168 c: 720-684-8278 cfsporl@fs.fed.us 740 Simms Street Golden, CO 80401 www.fs.fed.us Caring for the land and serving people

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er the course of a two-week period, Kline will travel from Seattle, Washington to Halfwa th shortly via the event’s Facebook page. New sponsors are welcomed to support this announcements will be15 made Annual Ladies Ride organized by sponsored freerider, Bran egon to Sponsor participate in the endeavor and can contact Jess Kline or Stephanie Santeford for additional information. yd. From there, she will then travel to Sandpoint, Idaho to participate in the Driven Even ilitated by Sledchatter.com and including Avalanche Training by Mike Duffy from ABOUT JESS KLINE Jess is an entrepreneur, adventurer, and motorsports enthusiast from Ontario, Canada. alanche1, and Skills Workshop taught by Brett Rasmussen.

In 2012, Jess created Backwoods Promotions Inc., which remains the only agency in Canada that specializes in motorsports event staffing. Jessica has become known in the motorsports industry for her good natured approach to business, her strong work ethic, and outgoing personality. In addition to operating her business, Jessica works hard as an Ontario Ambassador and freelance journalist, with articles published on Snowmobile.com, Motorcycle.com, NorthernOntario.travel & more!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JESS VISIT: WEBSITE | BLOG | FACEBOOK PAGE | TWITTER: @BWG_JESS | INSTAGRAM: @BWG_JESS

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In 2013, Stephanie was part of the Sled Chix Snowmobile Build featured in Sledheads Magazine.

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Bunke Racing Wins Kinross Snowmobile Enduro & Leads 12-3 Sweep By Polaris Racing Teams

Teams Sweep Top 3 Spots as Team Blu & Hoos Racing Finish 2-3 Polaris Polaris RUSH® Snowmobiles Built on New AXYS™ MEDINA, Minn. (Jan. 15, 2015) – Bunke Racing launched into the snowmobile enduro racing Platform Dominate ProBunke Stock Class in USXC season in winning style as co-drivers Gabe and Aaron Christensen teamed up toCrosswin the Kinross (Mich.) Lions Club 500 on January 10. They led a Polaris sweep of the top three spots, Country and the victory Racing put the Bunke Racing team in the lead in both Midwest International Racing Assn.

(MIRA) points and in the No Bull Triple Crown competition.

The 500-lap Kinross was–trimmed to 400AXYS™ laps because the winning Bunke MEDINA, Minn.

(Jan. race 5, 2015) The Polaris® platformofisdarkness, making aand dramatic impact in cross-country Team was one of just four teams to complete all 400 laps.

They won by just over 3 seconds aheadIn USXC racing snowmobile racing this season on the United States X-Country Snowmobile Racing (USXC) circuit. of the Team Blu Polaris sled raced by Cardell Potter and James Hicks. Finishing third, 12 seconds onbehind Jan. 3 the at Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, Polaris racers on RUSH® models built on this innovative chassis finished Bunke sled, was the Hoos Racing Polaris piloted by Tyler Nickel and Cody Bauer.

2-3 in the Pro Stock race, and six of the race’s top eight finishers were on RUSH sleds. In the Pro Open race, five of The the top 10Racing finishers werehad Polaris racers on RUSH models.

Hoos entry qualified fastest and started on the pole, while Team Blue started second, and the winning Bunke Racing sled started 17th.

In the USXC points standings, six of the top seven racers in Pro Stock points are on RUSH sleds built on the AXYS platform, as are four of the top 10 drivers in Pro Open points.

The top three Polaris teams ran near the front of the field for most of the race, but their positions “The power-to-weight ratio of the new RUSH built on the AXYS platform has given us an advantage over the changed significantly over 400 laps. On Lap 154, for instance, Team Blue led, Bunke Racing was competition, ” said Polaris Racing Tomwas Rager, Jr. “The reduced weight only helps with the handling, one lap back in fifth place, and Manager Hoos Racing in ninth, three laps behind thenot leader. but also gives us improved acceleration and top speed.

Bunke and Christensen areDominate the three-time defending champions of the premier event in enduro PRO CLASSES: AXYS Riders the Standings racing, the Soo I-500, which is the second race in the No Bull Triple Crown.

Theand winners the (Faust Racing) In the Pro Stock race at Detroit Lakes, Gabe Bunke (Bunke Racing) took second RyanofFaust new Triple Crown series will be determined by their finishes in three enduro races: The Kinross finished third. Justin Tate (2-Eight Motorsports) was fourth, Spencer Kadlec (Bunke Racing) was sixth, Travis Faust 500, the Soo, and the Michigan Cat 500 in Lincoln, Michigan. The Soo will be run on Feb. 7 in (Faust Racing) was seventh, and Bobby Menne (131beRacing) finished eighth.

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Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered parts, currently third in class points, while Bunke is seventh in points. accessories and apparel, Klim branded apparel, and ORV accessories under the Kolpin and Cycle Country brands.

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Bunke Racing Wins Kinross Snowmobile Enduro & Leads 12-3 Sweep By Polaris Racing Teams Polaris Teams Sweep Top 3 Spots as Team Blu & Hoos Racing Finish 2-3

In the Sport 600 race, Loire finished second, Hayford was sixth, Daniel Herberg was seventh, and Kelsey Pladson

MEDINA, Minn. (Jan. 15, 2015) – Bunke Racing launched into the snowmobile enduro racing (Bunke inRacing) took eighth.

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By Kinross Polaris Racing Teams Teams Sweep Top 3 Spots as Team Blu & Hoos Racing Finish 2-3 LeadsPolaris 1-2-3 Sweep By Polaris Racing Teams MEDINA, Minn. (Jan. 15, 2015) – Bunke Racing launched into the snowmobile enduro racing

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(MIRA) points and in the No Bull Triple Crown competition.

MEDINA, Minn. (Jan. 15, 2015) – Bunke Racing launched into the snowmobile enduro racing season in winning style co-drivers Gabe and Aaron Christensen teamed up to winand thethe Kinross (Mich.)

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MAgic City Driftbusters Last weekend was the club’s annual fun run. Again this year we had nice attendance, but that white fluffy stuff was a no show. I have a theory about why we haven’t been getting any snow, but instead of pointing any fingers, let me just put this statement out there. If you are thinking of upgrading to a new sled, please do it this winter.

One of the topics of discussion at the fun run was the vintage run that was held in Deering last year. We heard that there may be a few more in the area, and hopefully they can still be held this winter. Even if you do not have a vintage sled of your own, they are so fun to check out

and watch the riders. More than once I have been flipping channels and found myself caught up in a piece they show occasionally on PBS on a vintage fun run that was held maybe in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

For me, the vintage sleds bring back childhood memories of riding our father’s sled around our yard and in the neighboring fields. For country kids like us, without any hills, hooking up a sled or inner tube to the back of the snowmobile was how we went sledding.

Many of us remember the first time we drove a sled, in fact at our house our daughter is starting to learn

the same way, so she is ready to drive her own sled when she turns twelve. Until then she gets to ride with dad, but she is always excited to get suited up and go for a ride.

She is a country kid too, getting pulled around the yard by a 4-wheeler or our old Yamaha in a calf sled. I am still not sure who has more fun though – dad or daughter.

Hopefully soon the new snowmobile jinx will wear off, and the snow will start to fall around here. But if not, hopefully you are able to get out on the trail where you are.

Jenn Korgel

rough riders snowmobile association So far our light snow conditions have kept us from grooming our trails in the Bismarck area. Some riding has been happening but the conditions are not the best. As I write, the weather forecast is for below zero temps and wind. Our club members who can have been loading their sleds up and driving west to the mountains where there is snow. One of the blessings for this year is that lower gasoline prices take some of the expense away from the rather lengthy drive to get to places like West Yellowstone, Island Park, Bear Lodge and Cooke City.

Despite the limited snow in Bismarck, our Dealer Demo Day went well and while the snowmobiles were inside on display, the ATV’s were outside being demonstrated. Just goes to show that our club and dealers are flexible and can make the most of the conditions that are beyond anyone’s control.

We are starting work with SND to put on the 2015 ND State Snowmobile Convention here in Bismarck on Dec. 4-5, 2015. As things look today with lots of lead time and ideas to incorporate, it should be an informative

and fun convention. Anyone with suggestions and ideas are welcome to let us know what it is that you would like to have added to the convention’s itinerary.

Our 3rd annual Club Ride in Deadwood, SD is scheduled for January 31 to February 1. We have a nice number of members who are going to attend this ride again. It has been a fun gathering of friends and family and is getting bigger each year.

Ride safe and sound everyone!

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Dale Deibert- Region 1 Dale Deibert reporting from the Minot, Surrey, Bottineau and Lake Metigoshe area for Snowmobile North Dakota.

Well, Mother Nature sure has been slow on bringing snow to North Dakota and surrounding areas. But we sure have been getting our share of very cold temperatures. The first couple of days of the new year has brought some measureable snow, so hopefully we can start grooming soon.

The northern part of the region and Lake Metigoshe area has gotten some snow, so maybe we can start grooming soon.

There have been two fun runs in the Minot area so far, they have had very good participation. The Dakota Trailblazers had their fun run on December 13th ending in Surrey, they had 266 entries. The Magic City Driftbusters had their fun run on January 3rd ending in Deering, they had over 380 entries. As I am writing this the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers of Burlington will have a Fun Run on January 17th, hoping for a great turnout.

The Sno-Trails Association will have a Fun Run on February 21st, and the State Ride is February 7th in Wahpeton.

The North Dakota legislation started a new legislative session in January. SND is proposing an increase in the snowmobile registration fee to $60/2 years, it is currently $40/ 2 years. A bill is being introduced to transfer the snowmobile registration administration from the NDDOT to the ND Parks & Recreation. Also, a bill to enhance educational opportunities and promote a fun family activity; snowmobile riders ages 10 and 11 years old will be able to ride on public property including the state snowmobile trail system, as long as they have been certified by ND Parks & Recreation and are riding in the presence of a parent or guardian.

The bills will be coming up before the committee meetings at the capital during the next couple of months. Snowmobilers are being asked to attend the committee meetings if possible, to show support for the bills. SND will let you know when the bills are coming to committee, so you can attend.

Hope to see you on the snowmobile trails! Bye for now.

Dale

Kristie Thone- Region 5 Praying for Snow! I know we are all doing the snow dance. The little flurries that are teasing us are great but a full-fledged snow fall would be welcome. The signing is complete, the training is done and we are waiting.

While we are waiting there are things we could be doing. Working on the small things we wanted to fix on the sleds. Carbs, shocks, injectors, tracks, hyfax, top off the oil. Or just start it, let it run and let the smell of exhaust fill your head with memories and hope of good things to come.

Get some friends together, watch a snowmobile movie, watch some Snocross (they can make snow for those!) and just talk about snowmobiling.

If you are one of the lucky ones to schedule a mountain trip, have fun! Come back and tell us flatlanders the stories. They are all awesome.

Coming up February 7th we have the State Snowmobile Ride out of Mooreton, ND. Should be a good time even if we don’t have enough snow.

Pray for snow and help me in my snow dance!

Kristie

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Jesse Fritz- Region 2 When we’re not buzzing across the windblown stubble fields, ditches and perfectly groomed trails of the local trail system, many of us SND riders like to head for the Rockies in search of hero snow (snow so deep even a rookie looks like a hero). Hands down one of my favorite places to ride is an area outside Park County Montana known as Cooke City. Sitting at an elevation of roughly 7600 feet, Cooke City is unique in many ways. Unlike the sounds of its immense name, the town is very small and at a population of a couple hundred residents it’s easy to feel right at home while vacationing there. One of several reasons why Cooke is such a great place to ride is the ability of its surrounding Mountains to suck every last drop of moisture out of passing winter storms through SW Montana. It’s not uncommon for Cooke to get 36” of new snow while other ranges in the area only get a few inches. Although every business inside “city limits” is within walking distance, the preferred mode of transportation on the snow covered streets is aboard a snowmobile. On one occasion our group stuffed 6 guys on a King Cat on the way back to the hotel after supper and an epic day of riding. Cell phone service doesn’t exist in this remote Alpine town, but you can make long distance phone calls in a pay phone at Soda Butte Lodge. You just need a pocket full of quarters and yes, pay phones still exist. Vehicle access is limited to a narrow highway that only comes into town from one direction during the winter months. It’s not uncommon to see herds of wild Bison and photographers while navigating this highway which twists through Yellowstone National Park. Connection to the backcountry is simply incredible in this almost mystical piece of paradise. You can be sipping coffee at your continental breakfast one moment and ten minutes later be at 10,000 feet in the most deadly avalanche prone chutes that North America has to offer. The mountains surrounding Cooke City demand much respect. Like every other western destination, understanding the snowpack and reading the daily avalanche warnings are a must. You need to come prepared to say the least. There is a small trail system that runs through this backcountry which serves as a much needed reference. Unlike many areas in the US, there aren’t any performance restrictions around Cooke and some of the most radical machines imaginable show up in town. I recall my first trip to the mountains coincidentally ending in Cooke City almost 15 years ago. I was completely blown away! The views, the snow, the ultimate riding experience, I knew this would be the first of many expeditions to this area even though my Yamaha rental sled was returned with extensive damage costing thousands. I’m not sure they make snowmobiles strong enough now days. Do they? Cooke City definitely isn’t for everybody. The terrain can be very technical with the snowpack normally deep and avalanches likely. Most would question the fun buried within the dangers of riding a place like such. For many, including myself, that’s easy to answer. There is a certain amount of risk involved with adventure. I think life should be adventurous! By the time this edition is published, I will have once again made the voyage to Cooke City, Montana with close friends in “tow”.

The Northern Lights Trailblazers and other clubs in the region once again came up short for annual fun runs due to lack of snow. A January storm blew in the night before our run dropping 3-4” with gale force winds. At present there is enough snow in some section lines and ditches to ride, but most trails in the state are still closed. Let’s hope this changes as we all need a bit of adventure to snap us from the constant grind of everyday living.

I encourage members to submit stories or pictures of your own on this wonderful pasttime we all enjoy!

Jesse

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Snowmobiling CERT Team Enhances Emergency Services in North Dakota The residents of Burleigh County, North Dakota are no strangers to the dangers of extreme winter weather and heavy snowfalls. When emergency service vehicles are unable to respond to emergencies, the members of the Roughrider Snowmobile Association CERT are able to assist. The nearly 30 snowmobiling CERT volunteers can traverse terrain often rendered impassable to emergency service vehicles.

to include a snowmobile backpack complete with winter supplies, including warmers, emergency blankets, and a collapsible snow shovel.

D u r i n g Given the county’s expansive 1,668 a CERT square miles, which includes the activation in the Spring of 2013, state’s capital, Bismarck, particularly volunteers provided rides to critical bad winter storms can leave hospital personnel to ensure they residents feeling isolated and out of made it to work safely. They also touch. Enter the Roughriders. These transported first responders to the hardy CERT volunteers stand ready scene of an emergency. The team to conduct a variety of tasks on their completed Incident Command motorized sleds. For example, after System training, and they are a snow storm, volunteers search for notified of potential storms to stranded vehicles to ensure no one provide increased readiness for requires medical attention before possible activation. marking the abandoned vehicle to signal that it is empty and ready for a Mary Senger, Burleigh County tow. Because of the unique needs of Emergency Manager, encourages the snowmobile riders, the program CERT program managers modified the standard CERT kit and emergency management

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professionals to collaborate with organizations already serving the community. The Roughrider team meets frequently and volunteers regularly take supplemental CPR, first aid, and other essential trainings, some of which Senger’s office helped facilitate. “They have the desire, the passion, and the snowmobiles,” said Senger, praising the volunteers. “It’s a great fit for our community.”

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A big hello from the frozen Gorge!

After old man winter welcomed us with an arctic blast in January, let’s hope February ushers in a spectacular riding month. In the north we saw our first major snowstorm on January 2nd with 10 inches of snow! Although it isn’t quality snow yet, it is a great sign that many more inches are to come!

This year’s snowmobile safety classes have been going great. The excitement many of the kids exhibit towards snowmobiling is always fun to witness first hand. One major point I stress to the students is that even though they are taking a safety class to learn how to safely maintain and operate a snowmobile through various terrain and conditions, the true desk and classroom is physically driving the snowmobile out on the trails. So for the parents or guides taking kids and other first timers, I implore you to help them to become wise and safe drivers.

I want to talk a little more about the attitude towards snowmobiling.

About 90% of the kids I have taught so far have some to a lot of riding experience. From being passengers to riding on their own around the yard, almost all of these kids have been heavily exposed to snowmobiling. With the decline we have witnessed lately, I think the next generation of riders is vital to keep this great sport going strong for the years to come. I imagine many of these kids will become club members, officers and maybe directors. I want to take the time to thank all of the individuals who have taken their time to exposing these kids to the sport. Keep up the great work!

Lastly, I want to give a big thanks to the clubs for helping and providing support for these safety classes

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The North Valley Riders club members brought a snowmobile to the Cavalier class and explained all the components to a snowmobile.

The Lake Region club provided supper and gift certificates to the Devils Lake class.

The Fordville Ridge Runners provided snacks and paid for all 14 students who attended the Fordville class.

With the month of February packed with great events, I hope to see many of you out on the trails. Ride safe and ride smart!

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SND Staff

PRESIDENT Laura Forbes 45 Rolling Hills Dr Minot, ND 58703 701-839-1050 dlforbes@min.midco.net

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Keri Wanner 1600 E Century Ave, Suite 3 Bismarck, ND 58503 701-328-5377 701-328-5363 (F) keri@snowmobilend.org

VICE PRESIDENT Sheri Hoffmann 4320 Camp Ave Larimore, ND 58251 701-397-5260 nwhoff@polarcomm.com

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST Tari Norby 1600 E Century Ave, Suite 3 Bismarck, ND 58503 701-328-5377 701-328-5363 (F) tari@snowmobilend.org

SECRETARY Joanne Seifert 412 N 3rd St Casselton, ND 58012 701-361-2399 4seiferts@far.midco.net

TRAIL INSPECTOR Todd Thronson 1600 E Century Ave, Suite 3 Bismarck, ND 58503 701-328-5377 701-328-5363 (F) todd@snowmobilend.org

DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE Marty Malachowski 4198 13th St NW Lot 33 Garrison, ND 58540 701-337-2350 lmmala@srt.com

2014-2015 Beaver Valley Sno-Goer’s Dan Tveito PO Box 394 Linton, ND 58552 701-254-4433

Magic City Driftbusters Jerry Lawson PO Box 1094 Minot, ND 58702 701-852-0692

Cattail Snoriders Ben Gullicks 931 142nd Ave SE Galesburg, ND 58035 701-371-2165

Marion Snoriders Brad Rodin 408 2nd Ave Marion, ND 58466

Dakota Trailblazers Dale Deibert PO Box 1012 Minot, ND 58702 701-721-9378 Flatland Trailblazers Chad Bush 2363 46th Ave NE Harvey, ND 58341 701-324-4083

May-Port Sno Travelers Greg Thykeson Box 221 Portland, ND 58274 701-371-6582 Minto Area Joy Riders Trevor Slominski PO Box 111 Minto, ND 58261 701-330-3649

Gasmann Coulee Cruisers Crystll Kuhnhenn PO Box 14 Burlington, ND 58722 701-833-1697

Moonlighters Snowmobile Club Randy Bata 9453 104th Ave NE Langdon, ND 58249 701-256-4037

Jim River Driftskippers Gene Leininger 3181 Hwy 281 SE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-320-3631

Mouse River Sled Runners Anthony Best PO Box 523 Towner, ND 58788 701-537-0500

Lake Region Catlan Lysne PO Box 981 Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-351-5114 Little Missouri Snowmobile & ATV Club Mike Storley 1491 1st Ave E Dickinson, ND 58601

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Nekoma Trailblazers Bob Wilhelmi 212 Main St Nekoma, ND 58355 701-949-2781 North Valley Riders Chris Lewis 12 Garfield Bathgate, ND 58216 701-520-3007

Board of Directors REGION 1 Dale Deibert PO Box 99 Surrey, ND 58785 701-721-9378 vdeibert@srt.com Mark Forbes 45 Rolling Hills Minot, ND 58703 701-340-0872 apex4500@gmail. com

REGION 3 Perry Brintnell 12668 57th St NE Fordville, ND 58231 701-331-1096 xcr600pb@ polarcomm.com Reily Bata 613 11th Ave Langdon, ND 58249 701-305-0419 bata.farms93@gmail. com

REGION 2 Nick Parslow 221 3rd St Penn, ND 58362 701-793-4956 nick15247@yahoo. com

REGION 4 Shawn Cole 2055 W Main St Valley City, ND 58072 701-840-1663 scole@csicable.net

Jesse Fritz 20 Country Rd Rugby, ND 58368 701-208-1253 screemn80@hotmail. com

Todd Rasmusson 6340 Valley Rd Lisbon, ND 58054 701-678-2862 tnrasmusson@drtel. net

Clubs

Rough Rider Snowmobile Association Virgil Vetter PO Box 4162 Bismarck, ND 58502 701-391-8727

Northern Lights Trailblazers Joanie Bruggeman PO Box 191 Rugby, ND 58368 701-681-1361

Rural Cass Snowmobile Club Brent Haugen PO Box 58 Casselton, ND 58012 701-866-7461

Pembina Hills Trail Riders Tod Soeby PO Box 825 Walhalla, ND 58282 701-549-3711

Sargent County Snowmobile Club Aaron Lyon 620 7th Ave Milnor, ND 58060 701-640-1251

Red River Sno-Riders Kristie Thone PO Box 181 Horace, ND 58047 701-277-8709 Red River Snowmobile Club Steve Magnuson 225 Plain Hills Dr Grand Forks, ND 58201 701-330-0773 Ridge Runners Perry Brintnell PO Box 132 Fordville, ND 58231 701-331-1096

Jeff Seifert 412 N 3rd St Casselston, ND 58012 701-261-1635 4seiferts@msn.com

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Northern Exposure Snowmobile Club Nick Parslow 403 Washington St Bisbee, ND 58317 701-793-4956

Ransom County Driftskippers Todd Rasmusson 6340 Valley Rd Lisbon, ND 58054 701-683-4914

REGION 5 Kristie Thone 307 Dakota Ave Horace, ND 58047 701-277-8709 thone13@gmail.com

Seldom Seen Snowmobile Club Scott Gailfus 9641 57th Ave SE Perth, ND 58363 701-370-0524 Sheyenne Sno-Drifters Joel Iverson PO Box 342 Valley City, ND 58072 701-845-2565 Sno-Busters Drew Courtney 9425 103rd Ave SE Oakes, ND 58474 701-490-0824 Southern Valley Trail Riders Association JD Link 17290 78th St SE Wahpeton, ND 58075 701-640-8061

Tri-County Snow Dusters Bev Bachmeier 10517 55th St NE Brocket, ND 58321 701-655-3691 Tri-County Trailriders Christian Larson PO Box 55 Park River, ND 58270 701-284-6207 Turtle Mounain Snowmobile Club Dennis DeCoteau PO Box 1951 Belcourt, ND 58316 701-477-5673 Turtle River Roughriders Brandon Thorvilson PO Box 131 Manvel, ND 58256 218-791-9818 Valley Snow Drifters Gene Loftsgard 125 Manvel Circle Grafton, ND 58237 701-360-0380 Walsh Coulee Cruisers Chad Lindell 301 3rd Ave Adams, ND 58210 701-331-2459 Williston Trail Riders Randy Azar PO Box 235 Williston, ND 58802 701-580-8670

Roaring 20’s Loren Johnson 61 Green Acres Ave ND 58318 Published byBottineau, Snowmobile North Dakota - An Organization of North Dakota Snowmobile Clubs 701-228-4272

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2014-2015 Balta Bar 2591 59th St NE Rugby, ND 58368 701-542-3322 C&L Electric PO Box 217 Munich, ND 58352 701-370-1555 Calio Bar 108 Calio St Munich, ND 58352 701-682-5360 Castle Sales PO Box 10417 Green Bay, WI 54307 920-336-7800 Dakota Outdoors 949 2nd Ave N Grand Forks, ND 58203 701-215-0641 Double Deuce Bar & Grill PO Box 73 Edmore, ND 58330 701-644-2267 Driven, LLC 1714 4th St NE Mandan, ND 58554 701-290-8381

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Associate Members Duck Inn Lounge 301 Main Ave Marion, ND 58466 701-669-2352 Flyway Bar 107 Railroad Ave Webster, ND 58382 Forestwood Inn 504 Sunset Ave Walhalla, ND 58282 701-306-9334 Hampden-Edmore Cooperative PO Box 126 Hampden, ND 58388

Leevers Foods 323 5th St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-4945 Marketplace Motors 332 Hwy 2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-7571 Midwest Sports Publishing Network 7887 Fuller Rd, Suite 101 Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-473-7870

Iverson Farms 11322 Cty 14 Langdon, ND 58249 701-370-9992

Mike Swanson Construction 6250 24th Ave NE Rugby, ND 58368 701-776-6176

Keller Paving & Landscaping Inc. 1820 Hwy 2 BYP E Minot, ND 58701 701-852-5030

Moritz Sport & Marine 2540 Marina Rd SE Mandan, ND 58554 701-222-2000

Kvalevog Drywall & Painting 8210 52nd St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-4459

Mostad Insurance 824 3rd St Langdon, ND 58249 701-256-2253

Napa Auto Parts 515 College Dr N Devils Lake, ND 58301 Prairie Power Center 606 Main Ave Rolla, ND 58367 701-477-3036 Precision Autobody & Glass Inc. PO Box 131 Rugby, ND 58368 701-208-0301 Revolutions Power Sports 4225 36th Ave S Grand Forks, ND 58201 701-746-4997 Rugby Service/ Harper Oil 120 S Main Ave Rugby, ND 58368 701-776-6421 Shake N Bake 502 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-3036 South Dakota Snowmobile Association PO Box 206 Gary, SD 57237 605-272-5900

2014-2015 The Bar PO Box 7 Lawton, ND 58345 701-655-3505 Walhalla Inn Box 94 Walhalla, ND 58282 701-549-2700 Ward Trucking 3917 Hwy 1 Lakota, ND 58344 701-247-2510 Wheels Inc. 432 36th St S Fargo, ND 58103 701-235-6459 White Buffalo Lounge PO Box 125 Granville, ND 58741 701-728-6447 Wild Rose Foral & Enchanted Events 5002 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-3316 Wuori’s Repair 913 Main Ave W Rolla, ND 58367 701-477-0826

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ACTION MOTOR SPORTS INC. 1417 39TH AVE SE MANDAN, ND 58554 701-667-4524 1-800-814-9185 www.ationsportspolaris.com *On approved Polaris purchases. Minimum Payments required. Offer may not be combined with certain other offers, is subject to change and may be extended or terminated without further notice. Minimum Amounts Financed, Interest Charges, and penalties for accounts non current, may apply. Subject to credit approval. Approval, and any rates and terms provided, are based on credit worthiness. Other financing offers are available. See your local dealer for details. Financing promotions void where prohibited. The 3 Year Factory Warranty offer consists of a standard 1 year factory warranty plus an additional 2 years of additional factory warranty coverage. The additional factory warranty offer is subject to a $50.00 deductible per visit after the first year. All rebates are paid to the dealer. Factory Authorized Clearance offers are effective on all new 2012 - 2015 Polaris snowmobiles purchase from a participating Polaris dealer between 8/7/14 and 9/30/14. Polaris 2015 snowmobiles that were ordered under the SnowCheck program do not qualify. See your local dealer for details. Professional rider on a closed course. Polaris recommends that all snowmobile riders take a training course. Do not attempt maneuvers beyond your capability.

Always wear a helmet and other safety apparel. Never Drink and reide. (C) 2014 Polaris Industries Inc.

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DEEP SALES SNOW DAYS EVENT UP TO

$1,500 customer cash

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Visit your nearest Yamaha dealer or Pro Yamaha dealer (in red) today.

For more Yamaha dealers, visit yamaha-snowmobiles.com.

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U MOTORS, INC. 217 38TH ST S FARGO, ND UMOTORSINC.COM

T’S TEAM YAMAHA 509 11TH ST W BOTTINEAU, ND TSTEAMYAMAHA.COM

VALLELY SPORT & MARINE 2800 E BISMARCK EXPY BISMARCK, ND VALLELYMARINE.COM

VALLELY SPORT & MARINE 2125 ELK DRIVE MINOT, ND VALLELYMARINE.COM

Deep Snow Days Event valid January 1, 2015, through April 30, 2015. Offer valid for any new 2010-2015 Yamaha Snowmobile (except SRX120, RS Viking Professional, and ‘15 Spring Power Surge models). Customer cash will vary by model, see dealer for complete details. © 2015 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All rights reserved.

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