December 2014 Sno-Dak News

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Hi everyone,

I hope everyone enjoyed the convention.

The Gasmann Coulee Cruisers did a great job! t n e d i s Many people Pre had questions in reference to the items SND and NDPRD are bringing to the 2015 legislation. The board is having a meeting in December to discuss the items before legislation starts.

Please keep in touch with the board members, so you know what is going on.

I was reading a book called Facts and Myths About Snowmobiling and Winter Trails, published by American Council of Snowmobile Associations. There are many people in the world that believe snowmobiles are hurting the environment and they are trying to ban them from National Parks, etc.

- Did you know that a snowmobile exerts .5 pounds of pressure per square inch, an all-terrain vehicle exerts 1.5 pounds of pressure per square inch, a man hiking exerts 5 pounds of pressure per square inch, a horse 8 pounds per square inch and a fourwheel drive vehicle exerts 30 pounds of pressure per square inch. I am sure you are wondering what does this means; it means there is no impact on the soil or vegetation from snowmobiling.

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- People have stated that snowmobiles leave oil, gas and other contaminants on the snow, which contaminates the aquatic system. There have been many studies on the impact of the aquatic system throughout the country. Once the results were in, it showed the volatile organic compound concentrations were well below the EPA criteria. This means snowmobiles have little effect on the environment.

- The next thing people say is that snowmobiles are too loud. Did you know that snowmobiles built after 1975 have a sound level of 78 decibels and it would take 256 snowmobiles operating wide open to have a sound level of 102 decibels. Here are a few more examples of sound levels: leaves rustling 40-decibels, dishwasher 60-decibels, vacuum cleaner 80-decibels, lawn mower 85-decibels, blow dryer 100-decibels, car horn 110-decibels, and 75-piece orchestra 130-decibels.

- The last thing I will talk about is the impact snowmobiling has on wildlife. After numerous studies with all kinds of wildlife it showed snowmobiling has no significant effect on the wildlife population. The study also showed people on foot and cross-country skiers disturb more wildlife species than snowmobiles do.

- I believe motorized and nonmotorized recreationists need to work together on multi-use trails and back country.

Remember, people who are involved in the outdoors are happier and healthier.

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Wow! The past couple of weeks have been a whirlwind and I foresee the next few weeks will be the same. The annual Executive Dire convention ctor wrapped uphas and I want to say thank you to everyone that took the time to attend. I know at times it can seem like we ask a lot for all of you to pack up and travel across the state to spend a couple days chatting snow. Just remember, it’s important for us to all get together. It’s a time when new ideas can be shared, business can be discussed and fun can be had. I often feel like we forget the number one reason we all got involved to begin with; and that my friends is to have fun! It was great seeing everyone and we appreciate your input.

And everybody “One Clap” for the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers for hosting an outstanding event!

Please remember SND is now offering online trail signing and trail grubbing courses to maintain current certifications. A few of you have taken the time to take the class, please call or email us with feedback.

This will help us make it better in the future and also develop a potential grooming course.

And don’t forget Amazon Smile and Shop.com/ snowmobile. Both of these amazing companies support Snowmobile North Dakota and help with fundraising efforts. So every time you shop online, ask yourself if you can help by making a purchase through these sites.

Tickets are $20 and the club that sells the most tickets will receive $1,000. Contact the office if you are interested in tickets.

The week of November 17th, SND and the NDPRD went on the road to host regional trail meetings.

Thank you for attending these meetings and helping direct the 2015 Legislative Campaign. Please remember to continue reaching out to SND if you have local legislators willing to help sponsor the organizations bills.

So the reason I have been on the run is I was asked to be a special guest at the South Dakota Snowmobile Association’s annual convention this past weekend in Deadwood, SD. I was very impressed with the attendance, vendor displays and activities. I actually questioned why SND is struggling to find snowmobile clubs interested in hosting this event. I figure if SD’s convention can be successful, so can ND’s! If you have suggestions, please contact me so we can help make this better for the future. I have some ideas and I promise I’ll share them with the Board of Directors.

In the last issue of the magazine we marked a special edition recognizing many sectors of this wonderful organization. Well guess what! We ran out of room!

So each month till the end of the season, I plan to highlight one more section to show our appreciation for your dedication and continue celebrating our 40th Anniversary! Cheers SND Presidents to an amazing 40 years and raise your Year Name glasses to many more!

1974-­‐1976 Pat McLaughlin See you on the snow!

SND is hosting once again its annual raffle. There are 1,000 tickets and 5 cash prizes totaling $10,000.

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” ~ John Quincy Adams For without leaders, there is no guidance and direction. These outstanding individuals have dedicated their time to go above and beyond to keep Snowmobile North Dakota moving towards continued success.

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mann f f o H i r She Hello fellow snowmobilers!

First, I have to say thank you for electing me your vice president sident e r P e c again. I do enjoy i V being a part of SND and get to work with some great people. We have some new faces on the board this year and I am looking forward to working with them.

Our club just had our first meeting of the season. We found out our trail coordinator is stepping down after many years of fantastic service. I think our trail was one of the best signed (I may be a little biased), and it was because he was always willing to go the extra mile to get it done. We will certainly miss you, RT, and appreciate all of your hard work. Thank you, thank you. One is just not enough. If you have someone in your club who seems to take on a lot of the work, please make sure you let them know you appreciate

I can’t believe I am already writing my article for the y December issue of the Snob Tari Nor Dak News! Feels like just yesterday we were getting ready to sell ads in the magazine. I am hoping as this issue comes out that there is snow on the ground and maybe even some systems are starting to open. Make sure rative that memberships are Administ t n a t s making their way to the Assi office; they have been a little slow so far this season. Also,

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We are done combining and are starting to put away the “summer” stuff, dirt bikes, four-wheelers, combines, and moving the “winter” stuff to the front of the shed.

Every year we hope for good snow and this year is no different. We’ll take some wet, heavy snow and temps in the 20’s, please. Please take the time to make sure your sleds are licensed, everything works, and your kids’ helmets still fit. I know ours seem to need new everything each winter.

I have to admit I never really went on any of these “organized” rides before I was on the board. I don’t even think I was at a state ride. If you’ve never been, make it a point to go this year. You will meet a lot of great people and see some different scenery. Check out what other clubs are doing on their trails. On that note, the Pink Ribbon Ride is back east this year. We will ride out of Grafton January 10. The organization does a lot of good work for people who really need it.

Hope to see you there!

Happy trails!

get your officer form in, that way we send information to the correct place; the forms are due December 15th.

The Gasmann Coulee Cruisers did a wonderful job hosting the 36th Annual SND Convention.

They did an amazing job getting everything set up and organized. It was a great way to kick off the snowmobile season and to see everyone’s faces.

Make sure to keep your eyes on the SND website for all the great events that are happening this season.

There is a lot happening between the Pink Ribbon Ride, International Ride, State Ride and all the local events that clubs are hosting. If you don’t see your event up, then please contact us at the office and we will get it up for you ASAP!

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Marty Malachowski committee meetings. You have made the SND office and the SND Board tasks so much easier, thank-you from the bottom of my heart.

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Greetings to the SND Family and Sledheads!

WOW wasn’t that a Convention!! My Helmet is off to the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers for sponsoring the 36th SND Convention; it’s fun networking with the SND Family. Many thanks to the Snowmobile Dealerships that presented the new/used sleds and clothing, the dealerships put in a lot of time setting up and tearing down. You have helped make the vender show fantastic for many years and I hope you have another good sales year. I want to pat everyone on the back who made it to all the SND meetings, seminars, classes and banquet. I realize many that didn’t make it were in the field combining, we missed you!

Alright, who ran off with the infamous RED HORN at the Convention? I happened to get lucky on the silent auction and the Dakota Trailblazers bid $100.00, the funds go to the Grant and Aid Fund. Funny how simple things make for so much fun!

It was great to see our new HALL Of FAME at the convention. Missy Sjolin has been involved with every committee at one time or another from secretary to President; she has been a mentor to the Board of Directors that has made SND what it is today. Missy, You ROCK! I hope everyone utilizes the NDPRD Safety Course for our young snowmobilers. It was fun watching my granddaughter riding the simulator and I know her cousins where excited to ride again this year. They have been practicing in the back yard and want to ride with Papa this year. Good thing we have snow!

Get those trails signed, I know you have the task done by now! Need a trail moved, no problem that is what the SND staff specializes in. Keep up the great work and we will have a safe trail!

Pray to the Snow Gods and remember to thank the guy in the groomer for the fantastic trails!

Happy snowy trails and have a Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas!

Welcome to the new Board Members and SND will miss the members who left this year, you definitely kept SND informed of your regions and attended many r Gianna Granddaughte ho likes to Malachowski w by herself do everything

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The Sno-Dak News took the opportunity to chat one on one with Wendy Swenson, Marketing Director for the West Yellowstone Montana Chamber of Commerce, Destination Yellowstone Sno-Dak News (SDN): Why did you choose West Yellowstone as your home?

Wendy Swenson (WS): We chose West Yellowstone to be able to live in a small town with an abundance of year-round outdoor opportunities.

SDN: How many lodges are located in Yellowstone? What kinds of lodging options are available in West Yellowstone?

WS: Within the immediate area there are more than 75 lodging options including seasonal cabins and dude ranches, to year-round hotels and inns, including locally owned and international chains. We have a bed and breakfast, vacation rentals by owner, forest service campgrounds and RV parks as well.

Amenities vary by lodging facility, but include pool, hot tub, waterslide, complimentary breakfast, shuttle services, snowmobile rentals and Yellowstone Park packages.

Several of our lodges are on the Historic Walking Tour.

SDN: What types of recreations are featured in or around West Yellowstone?

WS: If you can imagine it, the West Yellowstone area has it! Located just outside the West Gate to Yellowstone National Park, we are the busiest hub to the Park, year round. Several concessionaires offer guided trips over the snow (snowcoach and snowmobile) during the winter and in coaches in the summer. Bordered

by Forest Service on three sides, one can enjoy mountain biking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and more, or a sled dog ride.

Hebgen Lake is just north of town, offering great fishing year-round, and hosts a North American Ice Fishing Circuit Tournament each January.

Boat rentals are available at several resorts around the lake. The rivers around West Yellowstone are some of the best blue-ribbon trout streams in the country, offering anglers the fly-fishing adventure of a lifetime.

SDN: What do you recommend every customer should bring to make their experience better?

WS: The logical answer we

tell our winter visitors is layers of dress to accommodate the changing temperature, but my recommendation is a camera and/or GoPro to document their adventures.

Our area offers so many one-of-akind experiences that only photos can tell the story.

SDN: How many guides are offered in West Yellowstone and what guiding services do they provide?

WS: Backcountry Adventures, Two Top Yellowstone Winter Tours, and Buffalo Bus Touring Co. – Rendezvous Snowmobile Rentals are approved snowmobile concessionaires for daily trips into Yellowstone Park through the West Gate. National Forest Guided Trips outside of the Park are also available through the companies previously listed and these: Traveler’s/All Yellowstone, Yellowstone Adventures, Three Bear/See Yellowstone/Yellowstone Arctic Yamaha, Highmark and High Country Snowmobile Rentals.

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SDN: What kind of equipment can be rented and where are the rentals located?

WS: The local snowmobile rental facilities offer the newest snowmobiles on the market, emission approved for Yellowstone, and the best for mountain powder riding as well. The providers also have clothing, accessories including avalanche beacons for backcountry sledding, training and guides available.

All rental providers are located in West Yellowstone (which is seven square blocks).

SDN: What point of interest located in the West Yellowstone area is a must see when recreationalists visit the area or a hidden jewel not many know about?

WS: For snowmobilers, one of the more popular adventures is the Big Sky Trail because it leads right to some of the best back country, cornice riding in Montana.

In the summer, we recommend visiting the Earthquake Lake Historic area and Visitor Center, just north of town. 365 days a year visitors can see grizzly bears and wolves at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center (where the bears never hibernate).

SDN: What is the biggest event you host in the area?

WS: Our biggest and most long-standing snowmobile event in West Yellowstone is the Annual World Snowmobile Expo.

In March of 2015, it will be the 25th Anniversary and will feature racing, aerial stunts, manufacturers revealing the 2016 models and so much more. Back again this year is the famous outdoor concerts on Friday & Saturday night for the best end-of-season party on snow!

West Yellowstone also hosts a sled dog race series, internationally recognized Nordic ski races, a North American Ice Fishing Circuit Tournament and Kids’N’Snow weekends.

SDN: Describe your grooming program.

WS: West Yellowstone has three large PistenBulley groomers and one large track Ag tractor. Two of the three PistenBully’s and the Ag tractor are leased from the State of Montana (for a minimal amount) under the State Snowmobile program, the third PistenBully is owned by the West Yellowstone Chamber.

Our local grooming program is part of the Montana Snowmobile Program, which leases several of the 20 machines 10

used throughout Western Montana.

We receive funding from Fair Share, the State snowmobile trail grooming program and from Recreation Trails Program.

Fair Share is a sponsorship program with contributions from our local businesses to help maintain the grooming of the area Nordic ski and snowmobile trails.

The Montana Snowmobile Program is administered by Montana State Parks.

The program’s funding sources include snowmobile registration fees, gasoline taxes, dealer registration fees and nonresident permit fees.

In addition to major equipment purchases, the division administers the snowmobile grant program. Grants from this program finance the grooming of almost 4,000 miles of winter trails in Montana.

SDN: What is your favorite meal in Yellowstone?

WS: My personal favorite is the Pork Osso Bucco at the Madison Crossing Lounge, but you can’t go wrong with a breakfast at the Running Bear Pancake House or Mac’N’Cheese at Wild West Pizza either! Every restaurant in town is unique with signature dishes. And there is definitely something for everyone!

SDN: Do you work with the Idaho and Wyoming snowmobile trail programs and explain how?

WS: The trails from West Yellowstone to Western Idaho are connected. While each area maintains their own trail system, the Visitor Information Center in West Yellowstone sells snowmobile permits for Idaho for convenient and uninterrupted access on the 400+ miles of groomed trails.

The trail grooming report on our website also tries to provide current conditions on some of the nearby Idaho trails.

SDN: Roughly how many hours are spent preparing the snowmobile trail system for each season?

WS: The trails are maintained by the forest service as they are multi-use for both summer and winter. The West Yellowstone grooming program coordinates maintenance and helps pick up trash during the summer with approximately 100 volunteer hours. The forest service again puts in a lot more time. During

the winter our groomers run five to seven nights a week December-March.

SDN: How many groomer operators are employed to maintain the state snowmobile trail and how do they plan their grooming schedules to ensure excellent trail riding?

WS: West Yellowstone averages 10 employees and four volunteers during the winter. Some are full-time and some part-time and all are seasonal. Over the years, the grooming schedules have been developed and modified to accommodate funding and snow conditions. Schedules are developed through the grooming committee and the shop coordinator.

SDN: What types of snowmobile riding is featured in the West Yellowstone area and Yellowstone Park?

WS: Visitors can bring their own snowmobiles, or rent machines from any of our local businesses, and ride the 400+ miles of groomed trails that also connect to Idaho and venture offtrail into the mountain powder. They can also choose to reserve a snowmobile tour into Yellowstone Park with licensed providers (packages include Park approved machines, clothing, accessories and guide). A new program offered by Yellowstone National Park this winter season was a lottery for permits for selfguided tours into the Park (applications were awarded in October for the 2014-15 season).

SDN: If there is one thing you could tell people on why they should come visit, what would it be?

WS: It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, with breathtaking scenery and authentic small town feeling.

SDN: How can customers contact you and learn more about the lodges and their services?

WS: Visit our website: destinationyellowstone.com, call the visitor information center: 406-646-7701 or email: info@destinationyellowstone.com SDN: Wendy thanks for your time and awesome Destination Yellowstone stories.

Wishing you a great upcoming season!

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Special Merit Award – Midcontinent Communications

Special thanks to Midcontinent Communications for helping the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department and Snowmobile North Dakota promote our Safety Awareness Campaign. The Safety Awareness Campaign included the Off-Highway Vehicle safety public service announcements and the snowmobile “Get Registered” messaging and announcements. Between the two programs, Midcontinent Communications donated over $700,000 in airtime to help promote the recreations and the Safety Awareness Campaign.

We were honored to award an amazing company and we look forward to working with them in the future. Please send the company your thanks and appreciation for all of their efforts!

Snowmobiler of the Year ~ Allen Hoesel Mandan, ND

Riding snowmobile for 43 years, Allen Hoesel is the 2013-2014 Snowmobiler of the Year. He was nominated by his fellow club members from the Rough Rider Snowmobile Association for his Go Big or Go Home efforts in generating excitement and promoting the local snowmobile club. An intricate part in club functions, he has helped establish and work Show n Shine and Demo Days. Club members display personal snowmobiles and setup dealer displays in the Kirkwood Mall to generate excitement for the outdoor winter activities at Show n Shine. Demo Days was created as a way to give back to the local dealers that sponsor the clubs. It’s a day the public is invited to enjoy and test ride new machines including snowmobiles, side by sides and much more. His focus has helped steer the club to give back to their supporters, so the club holds annual dealer open houses providing hot dogs, pop and chips to everyone that stops in for a visit. Al would give Dale Deibert a run for his money with the number of raffle tickets he sells in a season too. He’s a firm believer in volunteering and lending a helping hand and serves as an asset for the local snowmobile club and the state snowmobile program; Congrats Al!

Groomer Operator of the Year ~ Dale Deibert Surrey, ND Serving as a Snowmobile North Dakota officer and Board of Director for 25 years, he has spread his wings to groomer operation. For over 13 years, Dale Deibert has been operating groomers for the Sno-Trails Association and has even helped out in other areas when needed. Dale belongs to two snowmobile clubs including the Dakota Trailblazers of Surrey/Minot and the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers of Burlington/Foxholm. He helped start snowmobile trails, always goes above and beyond to sign the trails, helps with Fun Runs and makes sure they have a voice and a representative at state functions. He’s a one of a kind guy that doesn’t stop at anything to show his support for snowmobiling. His strangest experience while grooming, was finding two vehicles on the state snowmobile trail and they were over a mile from the nearest road. His excitement is contagious and his efforts are appreciated; congrats Dale, on your second award for Groomer Operator of the Year!

Snowmobile Family of the Year ~ Randy and Deb Knain Family Rugby, ND

Randy and Deb Knain don’t just snowmobile together; it’s a family event for them. The family belongs to the Northern Lights Trail Blazers and has been riding snowmobiles since 1996. They play hard and work even harder signing the local snowmobile trail, serving as club officers and even helping groom the trail. As a family, they are active in the local snowmobile club events and enjoy riding together in North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana and Wyoming. The family brand of choice is Arctic Cat and you won’t see them out riding without their favorite go to snack, Gatorade and Jerky! Congratulations on being awarded the 2013-2014 Snowmobile Family of the Year.

Scholarship ~ JaKayla Smith Oakes, ND

Her first snowmobile ride was on a 1972 Polaris 250 and has led to 17 years of riding snowmobile. Congratulations to the 2014 Rhoda Greenup Scholarship Fund recipient, JaKayla Smith. JaKayla’s family is a member of the Sno-Busters in Oaks. She helps with the club’s annual demolition derby to raise money for the Sno-Busters and also attends snowmobile runs and even lends her pocket for silent auctions and other fundraisers the club holds. JaKayla will never stop loving the sport of snowmobiling and encourages everyone to support the local snowmobile clubs. Outside of the snowmobile club, she also participates in FFA, FCCLA, National Technical Honor Society, Show Choir and Concert Choir. She knows that along with play time she has to work hard and has been recognized for four years on the academic honor roll. JaKayla has also received star ratings at the state small group music for four years. Wishing you all the success in the future JaKayla and we hope to see you on the snow!

Hall of Fame Induction ~ Missy Sjolin

Missy was a member of the Ransom County Driftskippers snowmobile club and joined Snowmobile North Dakota (SND) in January of 2000. Her dedication to the snowmobile club soon passed onto SND when she became Secretary for the organization in 2002. Because of her dedication and willingness to learn, she was elected as Director-At-Large in 2005. She served one year and then was elected as Vice President. Her continued dedication to the organization was noticed by the membership and soon she was elected as President in 2007. Missy served as President from 2007-2010, followed by a one year term as Past President of the organization.

During her years of service she helped the snowmobile program succeed in many areas. She managed the internal revenue service 501 (c) 3 application process and helped lead the 2008-2012 North Dakota Snowmobile Program Strategic Plan implementing annual action plans for the Board of Directors to achieve success. Missy also helped assist with structure and support for the 2010 MichCanSka ride providing guides and meals for the participants during their trip through North Dakota. MichCanSka voted North Dakota as the most hospitable during the awareness snowmobile ride from Michigan to Alaska.

One event we still celebrate today that is entering its sixth year in North Dakota is the Pink Ribbon Riders Snow Run. Missy’s enthusiasm to help and to place North Dakota on the map as a snowmobile destination, lead the organization to invite the Pink Ribbon Riders to host a Snow Run in the state. Over six years later, the Pink Ribbon Riders North Dakota Snow Run has generated over $200,000 for the Patient Assistance Program, which provides $500 gift cards to breast cancer patients.

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But the most memorable event of them all was the 2006 SND convention where she stole Marty Malachowski’s “Famous Red Horn” and placed it on SND’s silent auction table. Who would have ever thought Randy Zacher would have bid $100 and dedicated his funds to the organization’s scholarship program forever sealing the “Famous Red Horn’s” fate with the organization; to date its raised over $1,000 for the scholarship program.

Missy serves as a mentor for many. Her passion for snowmobiling and dedication to see SND succeed will always be remembered and is an essential part of SND’s success.

Midcontinent Communications - Special Merit Award.

Randy & Deb Knain Family - Family of the Year.

Allen Hoesel - Snowmobiler of the Year.

Dale Deibert - Groomer Operator of the Year.

Missy Sjolin - Hall of Fame.

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MAgic City Driftbusters Snowmobile fever has hit our club, with a few members in particular suffering from a severe case of it.

Or at least, that is the diagnosis one would make based on their recent Facebook postings.

The state convention may have caused this affliction to spread, with many more now eagerly anticipating some accumulating snowfall. Hopefully those suffering from this ailment can soon get their cure out on the trail in time for the three scheduled Minot area fun runs.

The first run being the Dakota Trailblazers Fun Run on Saturday,

December 13th. The next run will be right after the start of New Year on Saturday, January 3rd hosted by the Magic City Driftbusters. With the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers hosting the last scheduled Minot area Fun Run on Saturday, January 17th.

Even if there is no snow on the ground (I really didn’t just say that), the fun runs are still enjoyable events to get out and spend time with friends, ride (or drive) the trails, and visit our surrounding small towns.

There is always that chance you may go home the big winner, but for sure you will go home having

enjoyed some time either out enjoying the trail with friends and family, or just enjoying their company as you warm up at each fun run stop.

So here’s hoping that by the time this article is in print we will have enough snow for the trails to be groomed and open, and our Facebook friends will be posting photos of their great ride, or their buddy who got himself stuck in the snow.

Hope to see you at the Fun Runs!

Jennifer Korgel

Southern Valley Trail Riders Well the little bit of snow we got is getting the Southern Valley Trail Riders Association ready to host the 2014 North Dakota Snowmobile State Ride on Saturday, February 7, 2015! We’re planning a fun day running on the trails throughout Richland County and ending the festivities at the Mooreton Community Hall in Mooreton, ND. Fun Run Drawing will be from 4-7 pm. The Grand Prize will be drawn at 10 pm.

If you’re interested in our raffle tickets for our State Ride Raffle which the grand prize is a New 800 Polaris Ranger 4 x 4 and also includes 25 – $100 Cash Prizes. There are only 500 tickets sold. Contact Dave Link at 701640-1198 or Dave Ward at 701-6402000 or Renee Braun at 701-6408338. You need not be present to win. There will be food available at the hall all day and after the run we will have DJ entertainment!

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and Ride” will start at 9 am at the Mooreton Community Hall. The Vintage Snowmobile judging will happen at 11:30 am followed by the smooth ride at noon to Mantador and back to Mooreton. The sleds will be judged on “people’s choice”, “best original”, “best restored”, “most unique” & “bartender’s choice”.

Trophies will also be awarded.

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Baymont Inn in Wahpeton, ND (along the 210 bypass) where there is easy snowmobile trail access.

Their number is 701-642-5000. The rooms are blocked under “North Dakota State Snowmobile Ride” for February 6-8, 2015.

For more updated information on the State run, check out our Facebook page at Southern Valley Trail Riders Association and if you’d like to be on an email contact list, email drb@rrt.net and we’ll get updates to you.

The last time the Southern Valley Trail Riders Association was given the opportunity to host the State Run was in 2012; even with lack of snow we all had a great time enjoying the company of new friends from across the state. We took to riding in a couple of buses and making all the stops along the trail. The local businesses really catered to us, and we were very thankful for their hospitality.

We hope you come down to the southern corner of the state and join in the fun of the 2015 ND State Run! We can’t wait to see you!

Renee Braun

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ROUGH RIDERS snowmobile’s Associations Today as I write the weather forecast is for colder weather. I put the boat away and pulled the snowmobile trailer in front of it.

I’m ready for the white fluffy stuff.

The 7th game of the World Series is on and ND’s winter season is right around the corner.

The Rough Riders just finished a busy triple event weekend with great member participation and lots of success. We helped our Arctic Cat dealer host an open house with the 509 Trailer as a special draw. Our club served hot dogs, pop and chips to all who came along and sold raffle

tickets and memberships. It was a successful day even though the weather was warm and it seemed at first that everyone would stay home and rake leaves, go fishing, attend a football game or some other outside activity. We also participated with SND at the Bismarck Civic Center Outdoor Sportsman’s Show and sold memberships and raffle tickets.

On top of those two events, we held a Show and Shine display of 29 snowmobiles, 2 side by side ATVs, a double place trailer, and a TV running snowmobile movies at the Kirkwood Mall.

Our members were kept busy

discussing snowmobiles with interested people and selling raffle tickets and memberships when possible. Final count on the sales is not available, but it seemed to be a very productive weekend as a result of our efforts.

Our trail signing work is all but finished and our next club event will be the Dealer Demo Day on December 13th. Pray for snow and be safe riding on it.

Bob Gregoire, Secretary

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t was a weekend of celebration! We may have only celebrated 36 years of hosting an annual snowmobile convention, but the weekend marked something bigger. It was a weekend of looking back and honoring the 40 years Snowmobile North Dakota has been in existence. What an accomplishment and it just goes to show you, when a snowmobiler puts their mind to something, nothing less than success will be accepted.

Friday kicked off with the traditional Board of Directors meeting and a vendor show. The Board of Directors met for a couple hours and discussed the 2015 Legislative Campaign, trail meetings, upcoming annual conventions and the 2015 events. Don’t forget to reach out to Tari at the office to share upcoming events and schedule a snowmobile safety class.

Special thanks to all of the vendors that attended the event. There were plenty of products to check out and a few shopping bags left the show room floor. The evening closed with a social bringing everyone together to have fun, share stories and was filled with plenty of laughter.

Saturday morning kicked off with the annual meeting. Thanks for providing input on the potential trailhead signs the Board of Directors are looking into for the state trail system. We also appreciate everyone that presented on behalf of the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department, PistenBully and Polaris. It’s always nice to hear other companies chat snow!

Congratulations to the three new certified snowmobilers. Wishing you plenty of snow and lots of fun as you ride on the state trail system! The certification classes were filled with new and experienced groomer operators and trail signers.

Thanks for continuing your education and please know all of your time and dedication is greatly appreciated.

The event closed with the annual banquet awarding well deserved individuals for their efforts in supporting the state trail system. Outback Autobody even had a 40th Anniversary cake delivered to celebrate Snowmobile North Dakota’s big celebration. Thanks to everyone that supported the silent auction table. Because of you, we were able to donate $2,600 to the Grant & Aid and Scholarship program.

Next year’s convention will be held in Bismarck, December 5th. Hope to see you there and have an excellent winter season!

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Snow baby snow!!

Here is hoping for a great snow season!! I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! You know what comes after Thanksgiving? That is right, snowmobile season!

Trails open Dec. 1 but remember that they need a MINIMUM of 4 inches of groomed snow to drive on the trail.

Snowmobile Safety Certification courses are going strong this winter.

A HUGE thanks to all the clubs and associations who have helped Tari to get these classes scheduled so far!

Remember, anyone 12 and older is required to have either a snowmobile safety certification card or a valid drivers’ license to operate a snowmobile on any public lands including the state snowmobile trails.

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• Every snowmobile should be packed with a small winter survival kit. These can come in extremely helpful if you do become stranded.

• Also, make sure your helmet is ready to go. Make sure there are no cracks or fatigue in the helmet. If there is, you need to get it replaced.

Also, a helmet should always fit you snug or “just right”. Remember, anyone under the age of 18 is required to wear a DOT approved helmet.

If you have any other questions please feel free to call me at 701-328-5357.

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Jesse Fritz- Region 2 Wednesday, November 5th marked the first measurable amount of snow for the Rugby area. It started snowing in the early morning hours, and by the time we awoke, there was about an inch of fresh white stuff on the ground. This was a monumental morning in the Fritz home as this day only comes once a year! When my second oldest, Kiefer, peered out the window you could hear the excitement in his voice. “It snowed last night!” he said. We all finished getting ready for the day and out the door we went with an extra hop in our step. I thought for sure the snow would melt by the time we arrived home from school and work, but it didn’t. When I picked up the boys from daycare they immediately asked about riding.

“Dad can we snowmobile in the yard when we get home?” This is music to most snow goer father’s ears. A few short minutes later and 3 tugs on the rope, the mini z was running. After a brief warm up period, Kiefer blasted from the garage and into the yard making the first tracks. Proudly standing in the yard watching him spin lap after lap I felt somewhat left out. Heck, there was plenty of snow for me too, why am I just standing here? I sauntered into the garage, popped up the killswitch, hit the orange start button and the Etec was ready to rock! I cautiously drove it off the front of the trailer, out the garage door and into the yard making my own first tracks. We made a few laps riding side by side me mainly checking out my balance and strength by attempting to make a full lap on one ski. Almost tipping a few times I decided it was best if I drove normal and not jeopardize my weak, healing ankle. We continued riding until the pink sun disappeared into the cool November horizon. It’s moments like those when I am so glad to be a part of the snowmobile community and I’m extremely lucky to have a family who enjoys snowmobiling like I do. Cheers to a winter full of fresh snowy mornings, above normal temps, and your own first tracks!

Special Thanks to the Gasmann Coulee Cruises and the work they went through in putting together another successful SND convention in Minot.

The Northern Lights Trail Blazers were well represented at the convention and the Knains were awarded “Family of the Year”. Thank you Mark Shipley for your time on the SND Board representing region 2 and a warm welcome to Nick Parslow who takes Marks spot.

Kristie Thone - Region 5 Snowmobile Safety Tips: A snowmobile is only as safe as the driver. The key to safe operation is knowing the machine, good judgment and courtesy.

• Wear a helmet that is certified for snowmobiling and wear eye protection.

• Dress in layers with a water repellent outer layer – no cotton socks.

• Your snowmobile’s safety features should be kept in good working order. Do not modify your machine. Make sure that the throttle, brake, steering and light systems all function properly and read the owner’s manual.

• Take a training course. Snowmobiles are not toys. Make sure your children take a training course.

Children must be 12 and have taken a safety course to ride a snowmobile in North Dakota.

• Check the weather before you start and know your route.

• Always carry the minimum safety equipment: a tool kit, a knife, spark plugs, drive belt, first aid kit, rope, waterproof matches, a flashlight and an extra ignition key. Add more items to this list for long or night snowmobile trips. Maps are available at stops along the trail.

• Know your limits and the limits of your machine and stay safe in those limits.

• Stop before crossing any road and make sure nothing is coming down the road.

• Stay off public roads. Stay on the Trail. Respect Private Property. (You wouldn’t want people on your land, don’t trespass on theirs.)

• Don’t drink alcohol or take drugs before or while driving.

• Do not speed. Speed is the biggest factor in almost all fatal snowmobile accidents.

• Ride in a group and always let someone know where you are going.

Have a safe Snowmobile Season.

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SND Officers

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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

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

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

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

Magic City Driftbusters Laura Forbes PO Box 1094 Minot, ND 58702 701-839-1050

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

Marion Snoriders Kevin Isakson 10510 63rd St SE Litchville, ND 58461 701-883-5315

Dakota Trailblazers Dale Deibert PO Box 1012 Minot, ND 58702 701-721-9378

May-Port Sno Travelers Greg Thykeson Box 221 Portland, ND 58274 701-371-6582

Flatland Trailblazers Chad Bush 2363 46th Ave NE Harvey, ND 58341 701-324-4083

Minto Area Joy Riders Trevor Slominski PO Box 111 Minto, ND 58261

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

Little Missouri Snowmobile & ATV Club Mike Storley 1491 1st Ave E Dickinson, ND 58601

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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

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Lake Region Mark Shipley PO Box 981 Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-739-8263

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Nekoma Trailblazers Bob Wilhelmi 212 Main St Nekoma, ND 58355 701-949-2781 North Valley Riders Mark Briese 14399 County Rd 3 St. Thomas, ND 58276 701-257-6448

Northern Exposure Snowmobile Club Nick Parslow 403 Washington St Bisbee, ND 58317 701-793-4956 Northern Lights Trailblazers Joanie Bruggeman PO Box 191 Rugby, ND 58368 701-681-1361

Roaring 20’s Loren Johnson 61 Green Acres Ave Bottineau, ND 58318 701-228-4272 Rough Rider Snowmobile Association Virgil Vetter PO Box 4162 Bismarck, ND 58502 701-391-8727

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

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

Seldom Seen Snowmobile Club Scott Gailfus 9641 57th Ave SE Perth, ND 58363 701-370-0524

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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Rural Cass Pembina Hills Trail Riders Snowmobile Club Tod Soeby Brent Haugen PO Box 825 PO Box 58 Walhalla, ND 58282 Casselton, ND 58012 701-549-3711 701-866-7461

Red River Snowmobile Club Steve Magnuson 225 Plain Hills Dr Grand Forks, ND 58201 701-746-5370

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

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 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 Russel Wyman PO Box 235 Williston, ND 58802 701-570-7355

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Gary Beck Farm 8050 83rd St NE Munich, ND 58352 701-370-2006

Langdon Motor Inn 210 9th Ave Langdon, ND 58249 701-256-3600

Outback Autobody PO Box 914 Minot, ND 58702 701-837-1890

Stenson Farms 6533 99th St NE Rock Lake, ND 58365 701-266-5399

Cool Beans 509 Main St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-4505

Gibbens Law Office 6780 Hwy 17 Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3342

Pain Reliever 212 Main St Nekoma, ND 58355

Taras Thrifty White 610 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-3824

Crocus View Farms 6931 88th ST NE Rock Lake, ND 58365 701-303-0143

Hampden-Edmore Cooperative PO Box 126 Hampden, ND 58388

Leevers Foods 323 5th St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-4945

D Bar P Bumpers 7601 128th Ave NE Glenburn, ND 58740 701-728-6828

HWY MVP 209 Hwy 2 SE Rugby, ND 58368 701-776-5346

Dakota Outdoors 949 2nd Ave N Grand Forks, ND 58203 701-215-0641

Indian Triumph of Fargo 2745 Main Ave Fargo, ND 58103 701-277-4584

Donna’s Diner 604 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-2013

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

C&L Electric PO Box 217 Munich, ND 58352 701-370-1555

Double Deuce Bar & Grill PO Box 73 Edmore, ND 58330 701-644-2267

K & E Meats 425 8th Ave Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3138

Calio Bar 108 Calio St Munich, ND 58352 701-682-5360

Durum House Hwy 281 S Cando, DN 58324 701-968-4582

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

Cando Bar & Grill PO Box 682 Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3412

Earl’s Bar 115 Central Ave Leeds, ND 58346 701-466-2770

Ken’s Auto Inc. 95 N 2nd St Strasburg, ND 58573 701-776-5346

Cando Greenhouse 520 8th St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-4290

Emery Visto Imp. 1009 S 7th St Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-2167

Kendra’s Kennels 7555 69th Ave NE Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3156

Cando Home & Hardware 424 Main St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3411

First State Bank Cando 415 Main St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3331

KJ’s Bar 137 Main St leeds, ND 58346 701-4662045

Ackerman Acres Resort 318 Shelvers Place Devils Lake, ND 58301 Action Motor Sports 1417 38th Ave SE Mandan, ND 58554 701-667-4524 Bearcat’s Den 1303 3rd Ave Cando, ND 58324 701-739-7792 Beck’s Red Barn Lodge 1003 6th Ave Cando, ND 58324 701-968-4273 Blake Angus Ranch 7495 85th St NE Egeland, ND 58331 701-230-2308 Boehmer Snowmobile Repair 9446 62nd St NE Lawton, ND 58345

Cando Insurance Agency 416 Main St Canod, ND 58324 701-968-4305 Cando Lumber 518 5th Ave Cando ND 58324 701-968-3210

Computer Express 505 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-2632

Floral Depot 420 Main St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-4020 Flyway Bar 107 Railroad Ave Webster, ND 58382 Forestwood Inn 504 Sunset Ave Walhalla, ND 58282 701-306-9334

Klemestrud Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning PO Box 648 Devils Lake, ND 58301 Kvalevog Drywall & Painting 8210 52nd St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-4459

Marketplace Motors 332 Hwy 2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-7571 Mertz Lumber 715 S 7th S Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-9663 Mike’s Body, Paint & Glass, Inc. PO Box 328 Towner, ND 58788 701-537-5770 Moritz Sport & Marine 2540 Marina Rd SE Mandan, ND 58554 701-222-2000

Prairie Power Center 606 Main Ave Rolla, ND 58367 701-477-3036 Praskas Hardware Hank 19 S 5th St Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-2034

The Glass Shop 319 S College Dr Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-351-3342

Revolutions Power Sports 4225 36th Ave S Grand Forks, ND 58201 701-746-4997

Tom’s Lounge 210 Front St Forest River, ND 58233 701-248-3216

Mostad Insurance 824 3rd St Langdon, ND 58249 701-256-2253 Napa 803 7th St S Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-2192

Roughrider HarleyDavidson 3708 Memorial Hwy Mandan, ND 58554 701-663-2220

Nelson Angus Ranch 8555 72nd Av NE Egeland, ND 58331 701-266-5207 Neumann Drug 412 Main St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3531 Nicholas W. Miles PO Box 122 Devils Lake, ND 58301 Nodak Mutual Insurance 405 Main St Cando, ND 58324 701-968-4554

The Bar PO Box 7 Lawton, ND 58345 701-655-3505

Ramsey Service & Repair 10489 57th ST NE Brocket, ND 58321 701-351-0883

Rolla Arctic Cat Sales 913 Main Ave Rolla, ND 58367 701-477-0826

Napa Auto Parts 515 College Dr N Devils Lake, ND 58301

Tesoro of Cando Hwy 281 S Cando, ND 58324 701-968-3653

Schwan Wholesale PO Box 710 Devils Lake, ND 58301 Shake N Bake 502 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-3036 South Dakota Snowmobile Association PO Box 206 Gary, SD 57237 South Dakota Wheat Growers 600 7th St S Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-2149

Walhalla Inn Box 94 Walhalla, ND 58282 Weber Trucking PO Box 116 Lawton, ND 58345 701-655-3698 Wheels Inc. 432 36th St S Fargo, ND 58103 701-235-6459 Wild Rice Bar 205 Main Wild Rice, ND 58047 701-239-8970 Wild Rose Foral & Enchanted Events 5002 Main Ave Oakes, ND 58474 701-742-3316 Wright Place Bar & Grill 124 Main St Egeland, ND 58365 701-266-5121

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ARCTIC CAT HIRES CHRISTOPHER T. METZ AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Metz succeeds CEO Christopher Twomey, who remains board chair

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 14, 2014-- Arctic Cat Inc. (NASDAQ: ACAT) today announced that Christopher T. Metz, 49, will join the company as president and chief executive officer on December 3, 2014. Metz succeeds Christopher Twomey, who remains Arctic Cat’s board chair.

Christopher Metz (Photo: Business Wire) Commented Twomey: “The board conducted a national search for a new CEO and we are delighted that Chris is joining Arctic Cat. Chris is a proven leader in the consumer and durable goods industries. He has built a career on improving the performance of market-leading companies. He brings an outstanding strategic skill set to his new role at Arctic Cat – a keen focus on executional excellence and deep experience in product marketing, finance, global operations and talent management. Importantly, he is adept at creating strong partnerships with customers and dealers. Along with the rest of the board, I am pleased to welcome Chris and look forward to working with him.”

Since 2005, Metz has served as a managing director of Sun Capital Partners, Inc., a leading private investment firm with more than $10 billion in capital under management. Prior to Sun Capital, Metz was president at Black & Decker, leading its Hardware and Home Improvement Group from 1999 to 2005. During his 13-year tenure at Black & Decker, he held various other senior leadership positions, including: president of Kwikset Corporation, the world’s largest residential lockset manufacturer; president of Price Pfister, a leading manufacturer of finish faucets; president of Baldwin Hardware; and general manager of European Professional Power Tools and Accessories, based in Frankfurt, Germany.

Metz said: “I am excited to lead a terrific team at Arctic Cat. The company has a strong consumer brand and significant opportunities to increase its sales and profitability. I am eager to build on the company’s success and enhance shareholder value.”

Metz serves on the board of directors of NYSE-listed Vince Holdings Corp., a global fashion brand and retailer with approximately $300 million in annual revenue.

Metz earned a master of business administration degree from the Kenan Flagler School of Business of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and marketing from the University of Delaware.

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“HayDays Pretzels”, also known as spicy pretzels.

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2nd Annual ND Bikini Radar Run for Breast Cancer Wild Rice, ND – Planning and organization is underway for North Dakota’s 2nd Annual Bikini Snowmobile Radar Run for Breast Cancer. The 2015 date for the Bikini Run has been set for Saturday, February 14th in Wild Rice, ND with an alternate date being February 21st for poor conditions. The run will again be hosted by the Red River Sno-Riders in conjunction with their annual Radar Run. In 2014, 5 ladies, ages 26-38, braved -10 temperatures in their bikinis for Breast Cancer. With only 3 weeks of planning, they collected $3,000 in pledges. The Bikini Run also had help from a special little girl named Morgan, who collected over $200 on her own for the cause. Rider pledges were donated to Pink Ribbon Riders, a non-profit that provides direct financial assistance to men and women fighting breast cancer.

Top speed for 2014 was 68 mph. Top individual fundraising effort was $988.

The 2015 Bikini Run is seeking sponsors and donors for this event. 2 categories of prizes will again be offered in fundraising efforts and speed. To date, donations have been collected from: Hilton Garden Inn – Fargo, Divas Snow Gear and Mezzaluna Fine Dining – Fargo. All pledges collected by the riders will be donated to the Breast Cancer charity to be named.

Riders must be 18 years of age or older. A helmet, gloves and boots must be worn for the run in addition to their bikini. Minimum pledge to enter is $50. Riders agree to abide by the Red River Sno-Riders regulations.

For more information on sponsorship or entry, please contact: Jolene Haller, co-coordinator 1320 4th St N Wahpeton, ND 58075 Phone: (218) 280-7277 beis0011@gmail.com Facebook: ND Bikini Radar Run

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NEW SNOWMOBILE PRODUCT! Giant Loop Snow Introduces Torngat Tunnel Bag for On- And Off-Trail Touring, Backcountry Skiing/Snowboarding

(BEND, OR, USA) Adventure-proof packing systems innovator Giant Loop Snow’s new Torngat Tunnel Bag delivers 100% waterproof performance in a lightweight, ultra rugged and stable design, made specifically for on- and off-trail touring and backcountry skiing/snowboarding. The Torngat Tunnel bag quickly and easily mounts on virtually any make/model snowmobile with the included GL Mounts™ and stainless steel hardware.

Slim and trim but sized to carry gear and essentials for overnight or longer adventures, the Torngat features an external mesh pocket, an internal baffle that divides the tunnel bag into two interior compartments (optional Labrador Dry Pods available to keep gear organized inside bag), and two welded sleeves for avalanche probe, shovel handle or other gear.

Made in USA with military-spec materials and backed by limited lifetime warranty, the Torngat Tunnel Bag provides 37 liters (2,300 cu in) of storage, integrated mounting straps, reflective daisy-chain gear anchors and a waterproof roll-top closure that can be opened/closed with gloves on and will not freeze even in the most extreme conditions. US MSRP is $175.

“Developing the Giant Loop Snow line, we’ve drawn on six years of Giant Loop Moto’s experience designing adventureproof packing and gear systems for dirt, dual sport and adventure-touring motorcycles, as well as working closely with Canada’s Snoxcapes (podium finishers 2014 Cain’s Quest) endurance snowmobile race team and parts and accessories distributor Motonation Canada to test prototypes on-snow last winter,” says Harold Olaf Cecil, Giant Loop owner and cofounder. “The result is a tightly focused collection of snow-specific solutions for serious sledders.”

As a “tip of the hat” to Giant Loop’s Canadian partners, landmarks from Canada are used for the GL Snow line products.

The Torngat is named in honor of Canada’s beautiful, rugged and remote Torngat National Park in northern Labrador.

The Torngat Tunnel Bag and the full Giant Loop Snow line is available from a network of premium powersports dealers throughout the USA. In Canada, Giant Loop is distributed by Motonation Canada. Giant Loop designs, prototypes and tests products in Bend, Oregon.

For the Giant Loop Snow story, go to www.giantloopmoto.com/giant-loop-launches-giant-loop-snow-line-adventure-proofpacking-systems-for-snowmobiles/ or visit www.giantloopsnow.com .

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SnowtrailsTv Launches Fundraiser SnowtrailsTv Launches Fundraiser FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Saranac, MI -- SnowTrailsTv is excited to announce the launch of a gofundme campaign to help its 2015 season.

The show was created to promote organized snowmobiling. Showcasing the associations, clubs and members that make recreational snowmobiling safe and fun.

The show has been a premiere snowmobiling television series since 1999, with its progression from PBS, regional Fox Sports, Velocity, and finally now, to Destination America’s 65 million TV households. It takes you across the United States and Canada, showcasing the very best of recreational family snowmobiling with the involvement of local owners and Snowmobile Clubs.

The series represents the very best of organized and recreational snowmobiling awareness. It brings opportunities to those that provide and maintain the many miles of snowmobiling trails. Through its media coverage, it showcases and increases business and public awareness in many communities that rely heavily on tourism.

In order to continue SnowTrails TV’s growth and share the best of the sport of snowmobiling (including the communities that thrive on it), the show needs your help! SnowtrailsTV have launched a gofundme page: it can be found through the link here: http://www.gofundme.com/sttv15 Through the gofundme campaign, the production is seeking $10,700 in order to finalize airtime expenses and start the 2015 production as soon as the first snow falls.

Community support will help with the production and TV distribution and to move forward with planning

Contact Information:

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Snowmobile Season Begins – Full of Optimism Haslett, MI (Nov 4, 2014) Early snowfall throughout the Snowbelt greeted winter enthusiasts at Halloween time this year. The early blast was a welcome taste of things to come in much of North America. Mother Nature’s sneak peek generated a great deal of activity at snow shows, in snowmobile dealer showrooms, in local clubhouses, and at snowmobile associations across the area.

While the snow is beginning to accumulate in the mountain regions of the United States and Canada, many outdoor enthusiasts are packing exhibition halls full of shiny new snowmobiles and special offerings on parts, garments and accessories at this season’s fall Snow Shows. Reported record attendance at the internationally recognized Hay Days event in Minnesota started the excitement for the upcoming snowmobile season! Strong attendance and enthusiasm was reported from Milwaukee to Syracuse.

Following strong sales last season, where the snowmobile manufacturers saw an 11 percent increase in the sale of new snowmobiles worldwide, snowmobile associations and clubs are now preparing trails and riding areas and beginning to plan winter activities for another great season of snowmobiling fun.

Trail permit sales and snowmobile registrations are currently running ahead of previous years. Snowmobile destinations are reporting an increase in advanced room reservations and snowmobile rental activity.

With snowy weather being forecasted, winter outdoor enthusiasts are looking forward to the prospect of great snowmobiling this winter. Following last year’s 20 percent increase in ridership activity, winter tourist attractions and restaurants are also looking forward to a bountiful winter and to serving us along our travel paths!

The new 2015 snowmobiles are on display now and are being prepared for pick up at all local snowmobile dealerships. If you aren’t picking up a new sled this year, remember to check over your current snowmobile, have it serviced if needed, and guarantee it is ready for a busy year. Don’t forget to have your trailer and tow vehicle checked as well.

Visit the Go Snowmobiling web site to learn more about the fun of snowmobiling. “Like” our Facebook page and share your pictures and comments.

We look forward to seeing you all on the trails, mountains, and riding areas this winter throughout the Snowbelt.

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Polaris Acquires Pro Armor Adding Pro Armor strengthens Polaris’ aftermarket offerings for performance side-by-side and ATV markets MINNEAPOLIS (November 12, 2014) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the acquisition of certain assets of LSI Products Inc. and Armor Holdings, LLC, privately-held Riverside, Calif.-based companies that design, develop, manufacture, source, sell and distribute accessories for performance side-by-side vehicles and ATV markets under the Pro Armor brand. This acquisition adds Pro Armor to Polaris’ growing parts, garments and accessories (PG&A) business. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“The acquisition of Pro Armor adds another industry-leading brand to our growing stable of PG&A aftermarket brands, a key contributor to Polaris’ growth and profitability,” said Steve Eastman, Polaris’ vice president of PG&A. “Pro Armor is a leading brand in performance side-by-side accessories with a relentless commitment to innovation, style, performance and quality. The addition of Pro Armor to Polaris’ aftermarket brand portfolio allows us to extend our channel and customer reach in the performance side-by-side and ATV markets. Our common culture and shared passion for the Powersports industry and consumer will create an exciting platform for continued innovation and accelerated growth.”

Pro Armor will continue to operate as a distinct brand and the operations will remain in Riverside. Both Polaris and Pro Armor will continue to develop independent product plans while leveraging development, sourcing and distribution capabilities.

“Both Pro Armor and Polaris are driven by a high degree of passion and determination to develop the best customer-focused product solutions in the industry,” said Alex Danze, President and CEO, Pro Armor. “Pro Armor’s success is built on an intimate understanding of the rider and we look forward to becoming a part of the Polaris family where we can take our market leadership and customer relationships to the next level.”

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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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YAMAHA

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FALL SALES SNOW DAYS EVENT

UP TO

$1,500 customer cash

special + financing offer

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

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

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Fall Snow Days Event valid August 15, 2014, through December 27, 2014. Offer valid for any new 2010-2015 Yamaha Snowmobile (except SRX120). Customer cash will vary by model, see dealer for complete details. © 2014 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All rights reserved.

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