September-October 2011 Sno-Dak News

PRODUCT Review

The Big Horn Review Congress Update

This season the Sno-Dak News is dedicating its cover art to Nathan Blaylock’s photography.

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Nathan Blaylock participating in the 2011 ISMC Media Ride in the Big Horns of Wyoming

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Wo w, another summer almost gone, have you been thinking of riding in the powder on those hot days we have had? Way COOL thoughts!

SND board members have been very busy this past summer: Budget, new equipment, storage and repairs, searching for a new contractor for our new look SND web site, integrating OHV issues with snowmobiling trails. Getting the contract updated with NDPR went really smooth, thanks to Aric Spencer for his input on getting the contract done. The officers and program manager had many meetings to discuss the upcoming strategic plan to decide where we want to be in the future and what issues to tackle. When the future 2013 Legislative Session gears up we may have to prepare to increase the ND snowmobile fees, due to the RTP Grants may not be available.

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But SND has some awesome news to share, we have been fortunate to receive $380,000 RTP grant, so there will be discussion on new equipment and signs. These are a few items we have been discussing and tracking to finalize for the convention in October.

I would suggest you be there if you have any input on the targets we have set for the coming year. There will be some discussion on OHV (ATV) trails and we anticipate NDPR to give us a short presentation what the future will entail.

Hey, remember where the State ride was last year? It was Rugby and they put on a great ride with lots of fun!

Atari took all our money Saturday night in the hallway playing poker, I’m sure it went to her college fund!

What do you think of having SND trail ride and conference in the first few weekends of December? A topic we will be exploring at the convention this year; be there!

Are you getting the land leases in order and trails ready?

Call the SND office (701-328-5377) to reserve grubbing equipment: Polaris Ranger, Kubota RTV, Estate Mower, Kunz Mower and two utility trailers are available. Be sure the operator

is certified, if you’re not; get to the SND convention for certification.

Have you been on the SND Facebook page? Get with it, if you haven’t your missing some information throughout the snowmobiling world.

SND office has been busy keeping our entire Facebook friends posted on Snowmobiling activities and some neat on-line snow magazines.

Did you happen to count how many times I mentioned the Convention that will be in Minot?

Don’t forget 28-30 October 2011 SND Convention! It would be cool to have a hundred sleds in front of the hotel for the convention if we get snow like last year! It would be fantastic if all 2,186 members of SND showed up; thanks to you and our business associates we are growing every year.

All of the SND members, through team work have accomplished what bigger States dream about, out trails are safe and with all the volunteers we will prosper in the future. Think SNOW and introduce a friend to the snowmobiling world!!

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and will no doubt still have an effect on our trails this winter as standing water will make finding a safe trail a challenge. With that said, if the current pattern stays, we will have plenty of snow to ride in.

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(Recreational Trail Program). With spending cuts and economics issues, Washington is trying to change or even eliminate this program. This would be a huge blow to our sport as funding for our trails would be limited and alternative ways to keep the trails maintained would be needed. Lets hope that Congress keeps this program in some form as it seems that snowmobiling is really expanding again after a few good snow years.

I hope all of you enjoy the rest of your summer. Get that sled ready to go because the white stuff will be here before we know it . Hopefully it will be another great year of riding for you and your family! !!

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As the 2011-2012 season kicks off my heart is saddened.

I’m fortunate to be surrounded by so many wonderful individuals in my life and lucky to call a few my best buds. Those individuals that you chat with daily and you know them so well, you can tell the mood they are in just from the tone of their voice or even from an email/text message. On October 4th this year, I will have had to say goodbye to one of my best buds eight years ago. My Dad was truly an amazing role model for me and one of those individuals I couldn’t make it through a day without chatting with him. He guided me, taught me and most of all showed me how to enjoy life.

In March of 2009, another individual walked into my life and I didn’t know at the time just how much he would impact my life. This individual’s name is Nathan Blaylock and I had the opportunity to meet him at the 2nd Annual Pink Ribbon Riders WY Snow Run. We hit it off from the get go and I had an email message from him before I even made it home from the event. From there, our friendship turned into best buds. The kind of buds that guide, teach and enjoy life together when the opportunity arises. Nate was truly amazing and continuously worked hard to

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remember to enjoy your time here on earth, you just never know how short lived it might be. I ask everyone to dedicate the 2011-2012 season to Nathan Blaylock, someone who will continue to guide the industry and taught us how to live life for every moment!!!

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further himself both personally and professionally. He was one of those individuals that 100% wasn’t enough, so he constantly went above and beyond for everyone. If I said Awesomo 5000, Nate said Awesomo 5001!!!

Nate started working for Klim in 2008 as part of the marketing division which soon blossomed into his position as the company’s Marketing-Promotions Manager. While in this position he put his heart and soul into every bit he could and constantly worked with different individuals brainstorming how he and Klim could do better.

He was an inspiration too many constantly looking for outreach programs in the industry. Some of the key components that impacted SND included donations for the convention silent auction table to help the grant & aid and scholarship accounts grow. He also understood just how important the club aspect was for the industry. Through this he participated and partnered with ACSA for promotion which eventually blossomed into the partnership providing state associations the use of Constant Contact for free.

This is just the tip of everything he accomplished during his time with Klim. I’m saddened today as I write this article because I just attended another best buds memorial service.

Nate was taken from this earth on August 12th after being involved in an auto accident. Nate was 33 years old and is survived by his wife Holly and four beautiful children.

I’m sad to say goodbye to another best bud but I’m also overjoyed with the amazing time I had with Nate. He did everything a best bud does and I’m forever thankful I will have his guidance for my future. If you knew Nate though, you would know impacting just one person wasn’t enough, he wanted to impact everybody. So in his honor, I ask all of us to continue fighting for land access for trails and riding areas, find ways to boost communication and energy in your clubs (don’t be afraid to reinvent the wheel) and most of all

Nathan Blaylock

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Wow, I can’t believe that I am already writing my article for the October issue of the Sno-Dak News!! It feels like just last week we were closing the trails for the 2010-2011 season.

Now we are getting ready for the

2011-2012 season!!

Hopefully anyone affected by the flooding this past spring and summer has survived and ready for some snow this winter!

Over the summer the SND staff has been working with Silicon Plains, LLC, from here in Bismarck, on updating SND’s website. I have enjoyed working with everyone from Silicon and being able to be involved with the process of updating the website. If you haven’t

checked it out yet please do so at www.snowmobilend.org!!

I look forward to seeing all of you at the annual convention in Minot, ND on October 28-30th, 2011 at the Grand International Inn. The Gasmann Coulee Cruisers have been working hard this past summer on making sure everyone that attends will have a great time!! Can’t wait to see all you there!!

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Make Your Next Stop The Big Horns of Wyoming

By Keri Wanner

“The Thrill, The Hunt and Reaching Ultimate Satisfaction!” This can mean something different to everyone but to a snowmobiler, it’s all about finding that Ultimate Riding Destination!! The ultimate destination that fills the hunger of wanting to be in the middle of nowhere, soaking up the powder and enjoying the power at one push of the throttle!!!

It’s a dream for most snowmobilers to experience new locations that cater to the industry and the Big Horns of Wyoming does just that! Winding up the switchbacks, snow beginning to fall, the anticipation builds as the snow gets deeper and just when you expect it can’t get any better, a lodge comes into vision. And not just any lodge, but three in fact that cater to a snowmobilers every want and need.

Rick and Roberta Young have built a family in the Big Horns of Wyoming. When asked why they moved from the east coast to the Big Horns the answer was simple and quick, “it’s too nice to leave so we made it our permanent home!”

Together this couple along with many talented and friendly individuals has created a “snowmobiling world” like no other. Walk into any of the three lodges and immediately be welcomed into a fun and friendly atmosphere energizing any snowmobiler to ride and of course come back for another visit. Arrowhead Lodge, Bear Lodge Resort, and Elk View Inn all provide lodge rooms, cabins, a restaurant and lounge; each offering its own unique service which can’t help but intrigue the customer.

Rain, snow or shine, Arrowhead Lodge has a quaint cottage feel offering cookouts once a week. It’s lodging includes cozy cabins or lodge rooms featuring small kitchenettes and sitting areas.

Elk View Inn is the newest of the three and its main feature is the hotel offering a pool, gaming area, meeting rooms and clean, comfy rooms. The lodge is separate from the restaurant/lounge providing any visitor with a more modern and quiet stay.

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Bear Lodge was the first lodge the Young’s purchased and is also the largest of the three. The condos are two stories featuring a loft, main floor bedroom, kitchenette and sitting area and plenty of storage for any snowmobilers gear. The lodge is near all of the action and features a rustic feel. It offers everything from whirlpool suites to standard rooms and a pool area perfect for an evening rendezvous after a ride. When visiting the restaurant, make sure to check out “Big Mike’s Pies”!!! He’s the star of pies and they are so scrumptious you won’t want to miss out!!

These lodges are the perfect getaway for any snowmobiler looking for an excellent ride with plenty of snow!

The Big Horns cater to riders every dream!!! Offering trails, scenic lookouts, large meadows featuring plenty of boondocking and extreme climbs for any enthusiast wanting a bigger thrill. So just how can this location possibly get any better?!?! If it keeps getting the same unreal amounts of snow it seen in the 2010-2011 season.

During the weeklong visit, International Snowmobile Media Counsel members received over a foot of snow every other day providing awesome powder for every ride. The sights were amazing and the smiles didn’t end!

Members were treated to all riding styles, lunch on the trail and a feeling of being welcomed by one of the greatest snowmobile families in the industry. Each day everyone headed to their rooms exhausted and ready to rest up for the next days adventures. Any snowmobiler is welcome to experience this wonderful place and the exceptional individuals making sure everyone’s stay is superb. So the next time you are looking for a snowmobile adventure, make sure to visit the Big Horns and the snowmobile family Rick and Roberta Young have waiting you!!!

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Big Horn Review

By Nathan Blaylock

Special Note: Two weeks before Nate’s accident, we agreed to jointly publish our 2011 Media Ride articles together for the Sno-Dak News. Nate’s article was amazing and thrilling but we both agreed my article hit one important factor: FAMILY! So we agreed to use my article and his review.

However, in honor of my best bud, I want to share his entire article with everyone! Please check out the Sno-Dak News e-magazine for the entire read!!! Trust me, it’s well worth your time!!!

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had the chance to check out all three major lodges that cater to snowmobilers in the area and each had a unique value.

When in doubt; stay at Bear Lodge Resort. This is where I spent most of my time and I enjoyed every moment of it. Bear Lodge was the original lodge in the Big Horns near the turn of the century. The first building was not much more than a cabin which burned down and was replaced by a larger one. This lodged served travelers for decades and still remains on site now serving as the laundry facility. A third lodge was built in the thirties and it still remains as the bar and heart of Bear Lodge. Sitting in this movie prop of a lodge you can easily imagine being a thirsty traveler in the 1930s. Even if you stay elsewhere you must at least come and see this fascinating page of history.

Bear Lodge Resort doesn’t have a staff of employees; instead it has a cast of characters. All of them were so colorful and helpful it seemed that they enjoyed being there as much as I did. Perhaps most colorful among them is Big Mike who has a deserved reputation as a great pie chef.

Bear Lodge Resort features a large gift shop, an indoor pool, hot tub and game room and is in general a perfect place to bring a family or a large group of riding buddies. Lodging includes hotel style rooms, rustic cabins, large condo style cabins, duplex style cabins and RV sites. There was even a large hotel room with a Jacuzzi. As nice as that was; the rustic cabins really caught my eye.

Essentially any question that starts with “Does this lodge have a…”can be answered with a “Yes”.

Bear Lodge offers snowmobile rentals and snowmobile tours with fresh machines and capable guides. When you’re done riding; settle in for a dinner an excellent dinner.

Arrow head Lodge has its own history and charm. It is much smaller than Bear Lodge and it has a tuckedaway cozy feel. This lodge offers motel style rooms and quaint cabins. I would choose this lodge for a romantic get-away with the wife rather than headquarters for the annual guys snowmobiling trip. I loved the outdoor patio/grill and the food was great! I would put this lodge into the “fine dining” category and don’t forget it has a full bar.

The Elk View Inn; in stark contrast to the other two historic lodges still has that “new car” sent about it. The rooms are bright and spacious. The dining room and commons areas are remarkably beautiful and fresh while the log construction reminds you that you are not in a big city but a sprawling forest.

I never had anything but great food at all three lodges but the prime rib I ate at Big Horn is still on my mind!

Elk View has a pool, a hot tub, snowmobile rentals and three large conference rooms making this the perfect location for a business gathering.

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Located exactly half way between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone national park, the Big Horns served as a summer home of the plains Indian Elevations range from 5,500 feet to a high of 13,175 feet at Cloud Peak An ORV permit can be purchased at all three lodges A great map of the area can be found here http://rockymountainmaps.com/item/237/ bighorn-national-forest-map Here is a great Snotel site that will tell you the conditions at the Elk View/Bear Lake lodge area. http://www.wcc.nrcs.usda.gov/nwcc/ site?sitenum=377&state=wy

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’m always extremely fortunate to attend the International Snowmobile Congress each June as industry representatives gather to discuss the latest business affecting each one of us with a passion for snowmobiling.

This year we jaunted off to Calgary, Alberta to discuss equipment, trail signing, promotion and the Recreational Trail Program. I’ve decided to take a different approach to this article and instead of bore you with my words trying to excite you about the event and discussions, I want to share some of my notes with you. This will help give you a better understanding of just what topics are discussed at this event and why it’s so important ND is represented. I hope you enjoy and please know if you ever want any of this information, I’m more than happy to share!

Signing Project: The USFS (United States Forest Service) has completed the stopping distance study (on packed flat snow, the stopping distance is half). The IASA (International Association of Snowmobile Administrators) Trails Committee hasn’t received a draft from the USFS regarding the stopping distance study.

The USFS will not be accepting comments on the study. At least one year out from an updated guideline on signing from the USFS and the main message from IASA is less is more.

Signage Comments to the USFS: • • • • • • • •

Less is more International symbols/consistency Reminder the trails are not in an engineered environment (roadways are engineered) Bucket List of Signs: Core Signs: Stop, Stop Ahead, Blazer, Directional Arrow, still question on Caution and Slow Use Slow for Natural hazards, Use Caution for Manmade hazards Trails are maintained by volunteers – SIMPLIFY Options Available: Standard Regulatory, Directional (12” arrow Yellow), Reassurance (5”x7” orange arrow)

• Snowmobile Safety & Access Procurement RFP: ACSA and Trails Work Consulting partnered to develop an RFP for the FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) on snowmobile safety and access using RTP funds.

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safety projects they feel worthy of completion.

FHWA is provided funds designated for safety on an annual basis. This will be a 4 year project for a total of $80,000. FHWA will announce the winning proposal by June 15th. The project will develop a snowmobile website housing all snowmobile information from contacts to projects. One component of the website will be to develop and maintain an online snowmobile safety training schedule. The website will house a Best Practice Library for the groomer guidelines, renting snowmobiles successful handbooks, etc. The project will identify safety and access products that need re-development.

It will also coordinate and partner snowmobile communications and develop a list of different trail groups. ISMA (International Snowmobile Manufacturer’s Association) is providing the match for the RTP project.

Yellowstone: Kay Lloyd with the Yellowstone Task Force provided an update on the potential future alternatives for operation in the park. The Task Force has created a letter of support for users to send to the Yellowstone DEIS Planning Team.

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1: No Action – the current rule for winter use allows up to 318 snowmobiles and 78 snowcoaches per day expired after the 2010/2011 season, no further public OSV (on snow vehicle) use would be permitted in Yellowstone 2: Continue Snowmobile/Snowcoach Use at 2008 Plan Limits – 318 snowmobiles and 78 snowcoaches per day 3: Return Snowmobile/Snowcoach Use to 2004 Plan Limits – allows up to 720 snowmobiles and 78 snowcoaches per day 4: Mixed-use – snowcoaches, snowmobiles and road plowing for wheeled vehicles; provides a wider range of visitor use and manages for commercial wheeled vehicles, OSV’s, and non-motorized use during the winter season; roads would be plowed from West Yellowstone and Mammoth Hot Springs to Old Faithful for access by wheeled and commercial vehicles; The south entrance would be groomed for use by up to 110 snowmobiles and 30 snowcoaches per day and meet BAT requirements; east entrance closed

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5: Transition to snowcoaches meeting BAT requirements, snowcoach use only 6: Implement Variable Management – manages OSV and visitor use to increase the variety of winter experiences, creates times and places for higher and lower levels of motorized use and opportunities for undisturbed skiing and snowshoeing, Maximum of 32,000 snowmobiles and 4,600 snowcoaches, with a daily limit of up to 540 snowmobiles and 78 snowcoaches, up to 25% of snowmobile permits would be unguided or non-commercially guided use, BAT requirements

Key Points from State/Provincial/Country Reports: • MN: DNR purchased GPS unites for each of the groomers in the state. GPS units are required to be on during operation of the equipment. This will help MN DNR verify the use of the equipment for the grant program dollars. After installation the clubs are responsible for repairs and updates to the GPS units.

• New Brunswick: Legislation passed a “Due Diligence” law placing the rider responsible for his/her actions on a snowmobile. This helped reduce the rates for trail liability.

• New Hampshire: Has a law similar to New Brunswick that reflects when climbing on a sled you are saying you are responsible for your actions minimizing legal action.

• North Dakota: There have been several concerns on how to deal with ice crossing management. Late freezes and early snows have created terrible ice conditions and many problems for trail development the past couple of winters. Currently there is not a “Best Practice” management tool of how to deal with ice crossings. Each jurisdiction is handling these issues differently and not following the general practice of signing consistency. Over half of the other jurisdictions were dealing with some sort of ice concerns.

• Quebec: In 2020 the province is banning 2-stroke snowmobiles. Starting this past season the province banned snowmobile and ATV night riding due to noise concerns.

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We ended last season with our annual pot luck supper in April, which brought us to election of officers, organizing our planning for the convention for the summer, nailing down our summer gathering plans, and of course having fun that evening. There’s nothing better than reminiscing about the crazy things we do for fun!

In May, with all the rain we had and of course Lake Darling releasing large amounts of water, it flooded the valley behind our shop. So what do snowmobiling farmers do when they can’t farm? They go water skippin! Yes, that’s right water skippin, and yes some of them went in the drink! But all in all everyone had a great time.

In June we gathered together for our family summer picnic at the “Outlaws Shack” in Antler Park, which is a primitive camping park. It is a very unique lodge and a real nice

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park in general. We played horse shoes, bocce ball, a guest brought an air playground for the young kids to play in, and what would camping be without the campfire to roast marshmallows and hot dogs, and sit and watch the young kids torment some of the big “adult” kids!

Everyone needs to start planning now, because the convention will be here sooner than you know! October 28, 29, and 30 isn’t that far away.

We hope to see you all in Minot again.

families, they’ve got a long road ahead of them. We take this opportunity to extend our prayers and send all of you “hope” that tomorrow is a new day and things will get better!

By the time you read this, harvest will have started and for some they may be done already, which means snowmobile season is just around the corner, “Hooray”!

See you at the convention!

With all due respect we can’t go without mentioning the devastation that Minot and its surrounding area, as well as the Bismarck & Mandan area have encountered this spring and summer. I’m sure we all know of club members, families and friends that have been devastated by this years flooding. Now that the water level has dropped, doesn’t mean this disaster is over for those

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Renee Brau y B Southern valLey trail riders The North Dakota Snowmobile State Ride is set for Saturday, January 28, 2012 in the souteast corner of North Dakota, beginning and ending in Mooreton, ND. The Southern Valley Trail Riders Association will be sponsoring the 2012 State Ride with their trails running throughout Richland County.

The State Ride start in Mooreton at the Community Hall with registration starting at 9:03 am.

The trails go to Wahpeton, Great Bend, Mantador, Tyler, Wyndmere, Colfax, Abercrombie and ending in Mooreton at the Community Hall.

There will also be a Vintage Ride starting at 9:03 am at the Mooreton

Community Hall. Judging will be at 11:30 am and the ride will start at noon and then we’re heading south to warmer Mantador (24 mile round trip).

The drawing for the State Ride will be done from 4-7 pm at the Mooreton Community Hall with the Grand Prize Drawing and Raffle Drawing at 10 pm. DJ and Dancing will be happening from 8 pm - midnight.

Raffle Tickets for a 2012 Polaris Ranger are available.

You can check out our Facebook page at Southern Valley Trail Riders Association and watch for more info at the SND Website www. snomobilend.com. You may also

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Latest News from Track, Inc. Track Inc has been involved in the snowmobile grooming business for over 35 years. Over these years, we have seen many changes in the vehicles and drags that are used to groom. We have also watched the evolution of clubs in the Midwest with; DNR involvement, changes in funding, federal grants and interference from political groups.

The one thing that has stayed very consistent over the years is the level of commitment and dedication required and shown by the people who groom the trails. Track Inc. has the pleasure of working with this group of volunteers and we often hear first hand what is on their mind.

Many volunteer groomers hop in a vehicle when the rest of us are going to bed and then drive all night long while the trails have the least traffic. With an ideal grooming speed between 6 – 9 miles per hour, the 50 miles of trail you frequent the most will take the groomer anywhere from 11 to 16 hours to groom with a double pass.

For now, the vehicles are in storage. Soon they will be started up and inspected. Radiators and coolers need to be free of debris. The filters and fluids need to be changed. Leaks need to be located and corrected. Worn parts will need replacement. Track Inc. offers this service and is always available to answer service questions, but in most cases, this work will all be done by volunteers who give up their time for the sport they enjoy.

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This winter, when you hit the trails, appreciate the groomers and think about how much could get done if we all volunteered an average of 1 hour per week.

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SND Officers:

PRESIDENT Marty Malachowski PO Box 172 • Granville, ND 587414 701-728-6350 (H) • 701-720-6350 (C) lmmala@srt.com VICE PRESIDENT Glenn Herz PO Box 172 • Page, ND 58064 701-238-6448 gwherz@yahoo.com PROGRAM MANAGER Keri Wanner 1600 E. Century Ave., Bismarck, ND 701-328-5377 • snodak@midconetwork.com SECRETARY Sheri Hoffmann 4320 Camp Ave. • Larimore, ND 58251 701-397-5260 (H) nwhoff@polarcomm.com PAST PRESIDENT Missy Sjolin 203 Brown Ave • Lisbon, ND 58054 701-308-1031 (C) msskidoo@drtel.net

Cattail Snoriders Scott Erickson PO Box 174 Hope, ND 58046 Dakota Trailblazers Ralph Liebelt PO Box 1012 Minot, ND 58701 Flatland Trailblazers Joey Schimelfenig 2363 46th Ave NE Harvey, ND 58341 Gasmann Coulee Cruisers Brandon Bock PO Box 14 Burlington, ND 58722 Ghost Riders Alden Hollenbeck 4647 14th Ave. N. Velva, ND 58790 Jim River Driftskippers Dennis Sand PO Box 1764 Jamestown, ND 58402 Lake Region Mark Shipley PO Box 981 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Dean Forbes 45 Rolling Hills Dr. Minot, ND 58703 701-839-1050 (H) 701-240-0395 (C) dlforbes@min.midco.net REGION 2 Mark Shipley PO Box 493 Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-739-8263 (C) 701-662-6896 (H) marley493@yahoo.com Tonia Dosch 626 6th St SE Rugby, ND 58368 701-776-5230 (W) 701-208-0439 (C) toniab@gondtc.com REGION 3 Perry Brintnell 12668 57th St NE Fordville, ND 58231 701-229-3267 (H) 701-229-3683 (W) xcr600pb@polarcomm.com

Clubs

2011-12 Beaver Valley Snow Goers Dan Tveito PO Box 394 Linton, ND 58552

Board of Directors

REGION 1 Dale Deibert PO Box 99 • Surrey, ND 58785-0099 701-852-9378 (H) • 701-857-1617 (W) 701-857-1666 (F) vdeibert@srt.com

Little Missouri Snowmobile & ATV Club Mike Storley 1491 1st Ave E Dickinson, ND 58601 Magic City Driftbusters Laura Forbes PO Box 1094 Minot, ND 58702 Marion Snoriders Brad Rodin 408 2nd Ave Marion, ND 58466 May-Port Sno Travelers Greg Thykeson Box 221 Portland, ND, 58274 Minto Area Joy Riders Albert Haugen PO Box 84 Minto, ND 58261 Moonlighters Snowmobile & ATV Club Dennis Karsky 9341 103rd Ave NE Langdon, ND 58249 Mouse River Sled Runners Mike Bryn PO Box 523 Towner, ND 58788 Nekoma Trailblazers Bob Wilhelmi Box 116 Nekoma, ND 69355

Brian Sauer 1405 9TH Ave. E Langdon, ND 58249 701-256-2824 (H) 701-256-5499 (W) 701-370-9019 (C) 701-256-5488 (F) bnc@utma.com REGION 4 Dan Tveito PO Box 747 Linton, ND 58552 701-254-4433 (H) Tom Clemens 903 10th St NE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-952-1309 (H) 701-269-1716 (C) tomcqsr@daktel.com REGION 5 Troy Klevgard 601 Cottonwood Dr Casselton, ND 58012 701-347-9867 tklevgard@gmail.com Greg Strommen 3230 9th St. W #203 West Fargo, ND 58078 (701) 212-7002 gstromm@i29.net

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North Valley Riders Mark Briese 14399 County Rd St. Thomas, ND 58276

Ridge Runners Perry Printnell PO Box 132 Fordville, ND 58231

Sno-Busters Dirck Nash 609 Ivy Ave Oakes, ND 58474

Northern Exposure Snowmobile Club Kyle Teubner PO Box 102 Leeds, ND 58346

Roaring 20’s Loren Johnson Green Acres #4 Bottineau, ND 58318

Southern Valley Trail Riders Association Joel Sirek 17290 78th St SE Wahpeton, ND 58075

Northern Lights Trail Blazers Joanie Bruggeman PO Box 191 Rugby, ND 58368 Northwest Trailblazers Jason Brenno 9451 101st Ave NW Columbus, ND 58727 Pembina Hills Trail Riders Tod Soeby PO Box 825 Walhalla, ND 58282 Ransom County Driftskippers Todd Rasmusson PO Box 365 Lisbon, ND 58054 Red River Sno-Riders Brian Mullenberg PO Box 2295 Fargo, ND 58108 Red River Snowmobile Club Steve Magnuson PO Box 12763 Grand Forks , ND 58208

Rough Rider Snowmobile Association Judd Grunzke PO Box 4162 Bismarck, ND 58502 Rural Cass Snowmobile Club Troy Klevegard PO Box 58 Casselton, ND 58012 Sargent County Snowmobile Club Lori Yagow PO Box 166 Milnor, ND 58060 Seldom Seen Snowmobile Club Myra Mattson PO Box 1093 Rolla, ND 58367 Sheyenne Sno-Drifters Joel Iverson PO Box 342 Valley City, ND 58072

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 Turtle River Roughriders Brandon Thorvilson PO Box 131 Manvel, ND 58256 Valley Snow Drifters Dan Gorder 125 Manvel Circle Grafton, ND 58237 Walsh Coulee Cruisers CHad Lindell 7101 123rd Ave NE Adams, ND 58210 Williston Trail Riders Mark Telehey PO Box 204 Williston, ND 58802

Associate Members

2011-12 3rd St Station Dan Corum 104 3rd St SE Rugby, ND 58368

Decorated Wearables Mike Yoder PO Box 94 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Halverson Motor Sports Jeff Halverson 1410 Kelly Dr Devils Lake, ND 58301

Ackerman Acres Neil Ackerman 318 Shelvers Place Devils Lake, ND 58301

Dizzys Bar 107 3rd Ave W Bisbee, ND 58317

Hamer Oil/Rugby Service 120 Main Ave S Rugby, ND 58368

Alken Auto Glass Kory Kvelstad 112 5th Ave NE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Donna’s Painting & Decorating Donna Mertens 1902 Hwy 20 S Devils Lake, ND 58301

Al’s Body Shop Al Kowalski 201 4th Ave S Devils Lake, ND 58301

Durum House LLC Larry Weber Box 625 Cando, ND 58324

Balta Bar & Grill 202 N Main St Balta, ND 58313

Dutchs Bar Box 278 Bisbee, ND 58317

Berube Crop Insurance Jayme Berube PO Box 255 Rugby, ND 58368

Ed’s Bait Shop Dirck’s Family PO Box 784 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Big Dog Saloon Dave Randash 117 Pleasant Ave Sureey, ND 58785

Farmers Union Insurance Kim Zinke 416 3rd Ave NE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Bjornson’s Oil Company Inc. PO Box 250 Cavalier, ND 58220

Farmers Union Oil Tom Haahr 600 Hwy 2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301

Blake’s Marine Rick Blake 434 Hwy2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301 Bobcat of Devils Lake Shelby Vasichek 705 12th Ave SE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Bottoms Up Bar Laune Induits PO Box 484 Surrey, ND 58785 Bremer Bank Scott Johnson 424 5th St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Bremer Bank Wes Black 105 3rd St SW Rugby, ND 58368 Buckhorn Saloon Ryan Mylebust 209 Main St Penn, ND 58362 Cenex C-Store Steve Docktor Hwy 2 & Hwy 3 Rugby, ND 58368 Citizens Community Credit Union Tammy Fischer PO Box 1000 Devils Lake, ND 58301 CountryBank USA PO Box 1168 Devils Lake, ND 58301 Crop Production Services Bruce Karlstad 201 National Guard St NW Devils Lake, ND 58301

Farmers Union Oil 107 York St W York, ND 58386 First Agency of Devils Lake Merle Langton PO Box 1106 Devils Lake, ND 58301 First State Bank Of Munich Anna Lewing 204 Hwy 2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301 Flyway Bar Gary Schuler 107 Railroad Ave Webster, ND 58382 Garske Elevator Co. Marvin Brekus 121 Garske St. Webster, ND 58382 Gas Depot Lori Schwan 130 Hwy 2 West Devils Lake, ND 58301 GCR Tire Center Barry Burtness 420 3rd St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 GeFroh Farms Chancey 7081 Hwy 66 Egeland, ND 58331 Gerrells Sport Center Scott Gerrells 415 4th St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Gleason Construction Dennis Gleason 3214 24th Ave Sw Devils Lake, ND 58301 Greater Dakota Homes Pat Daniels 909 3rd Ave. SE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Hampden Bar Dave Wolf PO Box 222 Hampden, ND 58338 Hampden-Edmore Cooperative Arlen Hjelmstad Box 126 Hampden, ND 58338 Hanson Ranch & Repair Lyle Hanson 1390 Hanson Lane Linton, ND 58552 Haugland Farms Mike Haugland PO Box 13 Lakota, ND 58344 Haugland Spray Service Tory Haugland 4806 85th Ave NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Jeff’s Sport Shop Diane 11 54th Ave SE Minot, ND 58701

LaMotte’s Paint & Glass Todd LaMotte 301 4th St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Quality Welding & Steel Sales Cliff Brekken 8401 Hwy 2 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Thompson’s DL Glass & Paint T. Thompson 415 3rd St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Leevers County Market Frank Mack PO Box 957 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Ramsey National Bank & Trust Amy Heilman PO Box 160 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Wally’s Supermarket/ Budget Liquor Guy DeSautel 807 Hwy 20 S Devils Lake, ND 58301

Razor’s Edge Robyn Huggins PO Box 1254 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Ward Trucking Gary Ward 3917 Hwy 1 Lakota, ND 58344

Reslock Printing Brian Reslock PO Box 843 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Warehouse on 3rd PO Box 855 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Liquor Locker Mary Willert 219 6th St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Lumber Plus 518 5th Ave Cando, ND 58324 M & M Performance Mark Olson 412 5th Ave S Devils Lake, ND 58301 Marketplace Motors Jeremy Devier 332 Hwy 2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301 Matejcek Farms kevin 5365 111th Ave NE Brocket, ND 58321 McGuires Dan Lagein PO Box 109 Rugby, ND 58368

Revolutions Power Sports Travis Burke 4225 36th Ave S Grand Forks, ND 58201 Rick Lysne Trucking 518 5th St SE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Rugby Dairy Queen Jon Lovick Hwy 2 Rugby, ND 58368 Rugby Eagles Terry 2809 Hwy 2 W Rugby, ND 58368

Jerome Wholesale Chuck Jerome 1315 2nd Ave NE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Minnie H Center/Tan Master John Dahlen PO Box 451 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Jesters Lounge Jessica Brossart Main Ave S Rugby, ND 58368

Mitch Jorde potato Co. Mitch 7295 Hwy 281 Cando, ND 58324

Schwan Wholesale Co. Wade Schwan PO Box 710 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Joe’s Sport Center, Inc. Cletus Kraft PO Box 664 Devils Lake, ND 58301

NAPA Ken Larson 515 College Dr Devils Lake, ND 58301

Sears Hometown Store Eric Boren 346 Hwy 2 W Devils Lake, ND 58301

JS Wholesale & Vending Jeff Schwan 520 Railroad Ave SE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Nelson’s Racing Randy Nelson 4814 78th Ave NE Devils Lake, ND 58301

Service Tire Inc Karl Kraft PO Box 132 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Klemetsrud Plumbing, Heating & A/C Jeff Klemetsrud PO Box 648 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Nodak Mutual Insurace Bob, Julie, & Roger 300 Walnut St W Devils Lake, ND 58301

South End R&R Cory Estenson 3582 Hwy 20 Warwick, ND 58381

OK Corral Roger Nygaard PO Box 156 Edmore, ND 58330

Steer Head Saloon Donna Beeter Box 111 Surrey, ND 58785

Outback Autobody Byron Norsby PO Box 914 Minot, ND 58702

Swanson Construction Mike Swanson 6250 24th Ave NE Rugby, ND 58368

Outlaw Automotive Cam Sigette 8311 Hwy 2 E Devils Lake, ND 58301

Teal’s Market Jay Hinkemeyer 1609 Main St Lisbon, ND 58054

Panzer’s Power Sports, Inc. Jeff Panzer 1001 Hwy 20 S Devils Lake, ND 58301

The Ranch Steakhouse Joel Elvrum 1119 Hwy 20 S Devils Lake, ND 58301

Kvalevog Drywall & Painting Kevin Kvalevog 8210 52nd St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Lake Lumber Keith Kurtz PO Box 685 Devils lake ND 58301 Lake Region Electric, Inc. Brent Pflaum 507 1st St NE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Lake Side Dry Cleaners Wendell Olson 410 N College Dr Devils Lake, ND 58301 Lake Toyota Jesse Everson 424 Hwy 2 E Devils Lake, ND 58301

Proz Bar, Grille & Caboose Dick Prozinski PO Box 855 Devils Lake, ND 58301

Schaan Crop Insurance Mark Schaan 144 South Main Rugby, ND 58368

The Viking Inn Gail Holum Box 801 Rolla, ND 58367

Weber Trucking 613 Chapman St Lawton, ND 58321 Western State Bank Lisa Uhlenkamp PO Box 610 Devils Lake, ND 58601 Wheels, Inc. Wayne 432 36st.

S Fargo, ND 58103 White Buffalo Lounge Doug Woodal 110 Main St S Granville, ND 58741 Woodland Resort Kyle Blanchfield 1012 Woodland Dr Devils Lake, ND 58301 Xtreme Signs & Graphix Craig & Mandy Thomas 401 6th St SE Devils Lake, ND 58301 Ye Olde Tavern aka Lotta’s Shane Diseth 410 4th Ave Devils Lake, ND 58301

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It is time to get into another new snow season.

I think almost everybody is looking for a long fall season after a short and storming spring and summer. It is time again to license your snowmobile for the next two years, so please do so. The license fee is $40.00 for the two years and $35.00 goes to the trail system for grooming and help to purchase grooming equipment.

The annual Snowmobile North Dakota Convention is in Minot this year at the Grand International Inn on North Broadway in Minot.

It will be held October 28-30th 2011. There will be a snow show along with the SND convention with the display and vendors on sight. Also there will be a swap meet. It is time to start thinking about getting the trail signs ready to be put up.

It may take a little extra planning this year with a ll the rain this summer. You may want to go out and check the trails for the high water and make a plan for placing the signs. The snowmobile clubs are starting to have their monthly meetings for the season. The Dakota Trailblazers have their monthly meetings on the first Friday of the month. The Gasmann Coulee Cruisers have their meetings on the first Wednesday of the month. Bye for now and see you at the Snowmobile North Dakota Convention in Minot on October 28-30th 2011.

Dale

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Tonia Dosch Region 2 Greetings fellow SND Members!

I don’t know about you, but I cannot wait until the snow falls. As I write this today (8/29/2011), there is a high temperature predicted of 90 degrees today – YUCK! Time to start thinking snowmobiling. Have you started thinking about attending the Annual SND Convention the end of October? If you haven’t, NOW is the time! Actually, don’t just sit there and THINK about attending, send in your Registration TODAY! It is sure to be a good time! I am sure the “Gasman Coulee Cruisers” will have plenty planned for everyone. Also, this is a great opportunity to take in some required classes offered by SND (trail signing, grubbing, grooming, youth safety class…). Also, being at convention is a great time to network with people who have the same interest/enthusiasm for a sport we so dearly love – snowmobiling!

The times are ever-changing, as are the ideas.

What a great time to share ideas on how to better promote our sport! Another great opportunity at convention, we get the chance to recognize those who have put in their extra time and effort to the sport of snowmobiling. The ‘of the Year Awards’ (snowmobiler, family, groomer, dealer, young) and Hall of Fame awards are given out during the closing banquet at the event. These are people who are recognized from their peers for having an outstanding dedication to snowmobiling.

Region 2 is sure to have a calendar full of events for the upcoming year. Please stay tuned your SnoDak News and watch (the newly updated) website www.snowmobilend.org. Let’s make this years’ convention – RECORD ATTENDANCE! I will be there, will you?

Tonia

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Perry Brintnell Region 3 Director

Greg Strommen Region 5 Director

Hello snowmobile enthusiast Got my first few snowmobile magazines the other day so that must mean that winter Is just around the corner.

I know that our club is going to try a September meeting this year to try and get a jump on scheduling things. It seems like with the late spring we haven’t had much of a summer. Talked to some people that were snowmobiling after the 4th of July this year in the mountains now that’s kind of crazy. That’s some of the water that Bismarck and Minot had to put up with.

My heart goes out to these people. As far as the trail systems go this year I hope we have a good freeze before the snow flies so we don’t have any water issues. We are trying some new trail poles this year hopefully they work good.

Every area is going to get a few so please get them where they will be seen a lot and give us the feed back on them so we can tell if this is a direction we should be going. This year we will have some state office positions available so if your able we need people to step up and fill these positions. If your interested in any of these when they are announced please contact myself Perry Brintnell or Tonia Dosch. Remember this fall when your out signing to respect all your Land lords wishes with the late fall we might verywell have a lot of crop out so give them time to finish. The RidgeRunner snowmobile club is going to try and continue there runs along with the state ride and Pink Ribbon ride and all the other events throughout the state my message is that we try and get out and make these events successful a lot of people put a lot of hardwork into these events Perry

Greetings from Region 5.

Well let’s start this off with some important calendar dates from Region 5.

October 11. Rural Cass Snowmobile Club first meeting of the season. 7pm at Pizza Ranch in Casselton.

Red river snow riders http://snoriders.com/ default.aspx Meet the first Tuesday of the Month at Wild Rice Bar and Grill south of Fargo.

Southern Valley Snow Riders http://www.facebook. com/video/video.php?v=267559246603430#!/ p a g e s / S o u t h e r n - Va l l e y - T r a i l - R i d e r s Association/146049315461845 meet in Morton ND. Contact the club for their meeting dates or check out their Facebook page that I have included!

January 21. Snow Jam 2012!!

January 28. State Ride hosted by Southern Valley Trail Riders. This will be based out of Morton ND.

Tom Clemens Region 4 Director As I sit here writing this column I wonder where the summer has gone. It feels like we just got done taking down the trail signs and soon it will be time to put them back up! Summer has been average in this part of the state, except for storms. The same high water problems the rest of the state is having forced us to cancel our SVTA summer picnic at the golf course and picnic area. That pales in comparison to the devastation suffered by people in Minot, Bismarck and the surrounding areas. god Bless the spirit and drive of those people, it shows what kind of people live in North Dakota. As we start thinking about the upcoming snow season and state convention it is important to be thinking about signs, land leases and other pre-operatives for the upcoming season. I look forward to seeing everybody at the state convention in October. Till then have fun and be safe!!

Tom

I hope everyone had a good summer (after the flooding!!) As we head into this winter season, think about trying to get others involved. Invite them to the club rides and meetings. Maybe it’s someone that used to ride some time ago. Maybe now is the time to put them on a sled again!! I hope many of you are able to take the time to make it to the convention this year and the state ride. My sled burned down last year at the state ride and I still had a good time! I already have a club to do list. One is to get information on our sister club across the river in Minnesota. They had a weekly ride advertised for various starting spots throughout their trail system. It was an invitation for those that may not have had riding partners but did not want to ride alone. Different club members were the trail leads for that day. It would be interesting to see how that worked for them. Something to report about later.....

Last year I had the opportunity to bring a new rider out snowmobiling. She had ridden a few John Deeres back in the day and her brothers Polaris in the late 70’s a time or two. I put her on my sons snowmobile as the ride was nice and the steering was a lot easier than mine. I kept the pace slower so she felt comfortable and she liked it. Then I put her on mine! Now she said she felt more in control. We had the trails to ourselves and had a good time! When I got back I told her that I thought that she would have liked the Cat (Son’s sled) better than the REV DOO (mine).

So yes even though I was the experienced rider I had to listen you her input on what she liked versus what I THOUGHT she was SUPPOSED to like. But at the end of the day when we came back by the lodge we drove by a nice shiny new blue Yamaha. Now it doesn’t seem to matter HOW it rides. In conversation later that night all I heard was “I want the pretty BLUE one!!”

I look forward to another good season this winter! I hope everyone has a fun, safe fall as we prepare for the season we all love so much!

Greg

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Erik Greetings and Salutations!!

We are into October already.

Holy cow, where does the time go? I hope everyone is doing well with all the flooding within North Dakota this spring and summer!! Only a month or so and the snow should hopefully be flying.

Our Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) safety certification

September/October 2011

classes are finishing up for the year and Snowmobile classes will be starting here shortly in late October. If anyone is interested in scheduling a class, please give Matt Gardner a call at 701-328-5348 or to view the current snowmobile class training dates go to www. parkrec.nd.gov Anybody ages 12 and up who doesn’t have their drivers license is required to have a snowmobile safety certificate when driving on public lands.

Convention on October 2830 up in Minot. I am going to pass on the information about our Snowmobile Safety Certification Course at the convention. It will be on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 1pm to 5 pm.

If you have any other questions please feel free to call Matt Gardner or myself at 701-328-5357.

Be safe and enjoy the upcoming snowmobile season!!

I know Keri and the gang with SND along with the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers club (who are graciously hosting this years convention) are busy getting things set up for this years SND

Erik

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Trevor Levey named 2011 scholarship recipient International Snowmobile Media Council awards $1000 scholarship

In 2008, after losing longtime

committees affiliated with school; and an equally impressive resume of community involvement and volunteerism. Trevor graduated from Cambria/Friesland High School with High Honor in June and will be attending the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point pursuing a degree in forestry and natural resources.

friend and colleague C.J. Ramstad to a tragic auto accident the year before, the International Snowmobile Media Council (ISMC) wanted to find a way to honor the renowned photojournalist, editor, publisher and political activist.

Ramstad inspired and mentored many young people in the course of his 38-year career so it seemed most appropriate to carry on his legacy by recognizing the outstanding youth in organized snowmobiling through a scholarship program. Thus ISMC’s C.J. Ramstad Memorial Scholarship program was born.

Thirteen young scholars competed in the 2011 ISMC Scholarship contest, 12 from the U.S. and one from Canada. This year’s winner, Trevor Levey of Friesland, Wisconsin, was announced during the awards banquet at the International Snowmobile Congress in Calgary, Alberta.

Trevor grew up surrounded by three generations of active snowmobile club members and was a familiar sight at club, county and state meetings – and on the trails – from a very early age.

Over the years, he has spent countless hours helping with fundraising, selling tickets, working concessions, cleaning highways with the adopt-a-highway pro-

Trevor Levey, pictured above, is the recipient of the 2011 scholarship from the ISMC.

gram, and marking and maintaining his own section of trail. He is also one of the original youth reps in Wisconsin’s County Youth Rep program in which training and guidance is provided to the sport’s future leaders, as well as giving young members a voice at county and state meetings.

In 2009, he was named the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Club’s Young Snowmobiler of the Year.

Although the love of snowmobiling runs strong through Trevor’s veins, school and extra curricular activities remained high on his priority list. He maintained a 3.00 grade point average and was on the Honor Roll; participated in band; choir; football; Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA); Family, Career and Community Leaders (FCCLA); other clubs and

ISMC invites all states and provinces who hold their own scholarship award program to submit their single best winning applicant for consideration in the 2012 C.J. Ramstad Memorial Scholarship contest.

The scholarship committee will select the winner based on the submission of properly completed applications, neatness, accurate spelling, correct grammar, and school and community involvement.

The essays, as written for their individual state/provincial scholarship contests, will be judged on the knowledge of snowmobiling portrayed, neatness, spelling, grammar and writing style. Applications may be downloaded from the ISMC Web site at www.snowmobilemedia.org, with completed applications returned by May 1, 2012.

The winner will be announced at the 2012 International Snowmobile Congress in Sturbridge, Massachusetts.

International Snowmobile Hall of Fame hosts induction weekend The annual International Snowmobile Hall of Fame inductions was in Eagle River, WI on September 16-18. The Derby Track presented the “Reunion” with grass drags, vintage shows and a swap meet. The “Snowmobile Capitol of the World” was filled with snowmobilers once again.

International Snowmobile Hall of Fame

Four new members were inducted and added to the list of 84 previously inducted snowmobilers into this prestigious Hall which was founded in 1984.

Wayne Davis from Minneapolis, MN. Wayne’s photography has captured the joy and essence of snowmobiling for over 30 years. It helps that Wayne is an avid snowmobiler himself and that enthusiasm shows in his photos that can be seen in magazines, on billboards and on television. His passion for the sport shows in his photos.

Bill Manson from Rockford, MI. Bill has been the voice and source of guidance for snowmobiling in Michigan since 1982. He has been instrumental in the creation and administration of numerous programs and trail developments and currently serves as Executive Director of the Michigan Snowmobile Association.

Les Pinz from Isle, MN. Les can count 46 years of active snowmobile enthusiasm. Starting as a teen at his father’s dealership, first Les raced, winning numerous honors on the track. Following that, he got involved in the club, county and state levels of organized snowmobiling. His collection of sleds numbers well over 100. His joy now is educating others about the history of the sport.

Gordon Radtke from Wausau, WI. Gordy has spent a lifetime with Bombardier in their service department. Also and avid snowmobiler, his knowledge of the product and service has earned him the distinction of being the “go-to” person for dealers and magazine editors.

International Snowmobile Groomer of the Year

In this category, there are three groomer operators who have been nominated by their respective state snowmobile associations. These are the unsung heroes that volunteer their time and energy to create the smooth trails we ride: Ron Benson from Timron, CO nominated by the Colorado Snowmobile Association.

Wayne Aune from Fairdale, ND nominated by the North Dakota Snowmobile Association Gary Hilgendorf from Tomahawk, WI nominated by the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs.

International Snowmobile Club of the Year

The Trailmates Snowmobile Club of Wausau, WI has been awarded this title. This club, which has 168 very active volunteer families, organized in 1968, grooms 80 miles of local trails, has their own groomer shed and clubhouse, partners with over a dozen charities and puts on Wisconsin’s largest grass drag race every fall to start the new season.

World Championship Snowmobile Derby Hall of Fame

Last year the first ten winners of the World Championship Race were inducted. For this year the class of 2011 inducted the next 13 winners. These are the drivers from 1976 through 1992: Ed Schubitzke, Steve Thorsen, Bob Elsner, Jacques Villeneuve, Brad Hulings, Jim Dimmerman, Michael Gingras, Chuck Decker, Bobby Donahue, Bruce Vessair, Dave Wahl, Greg Goodwin and Gary Vessair. Most of these racers will be attending the weekend festivities that include the Reunion at the Derby Track with grass drags and a large show and swap meet.

For more information check the website at www.ishof.com or call 800-746-8963.

Back for another round Cable Willford will spearhead the RMSHA effort on the Rocky Mountain Snowmobile Hillclimb Association circuit on an FX Nytro MTX 162 race sled.

Yamaha Motor Corporation is proud to announce its return to Western grassroots snowmobile competition on the Rocky Mountain Snowmobile Hillclimb Association (RMSHA) circuit for the 2011-12 season. Yamaha-backed racers will climb the gnarly hills of the West’s premiere race series.

Pro racers Cable Willford and Kody Malmborg headline Yamaha’s RMSHA race effort. Both will campaign the FX Nytro MTX in 600 Mod, 700 Mod, 800 Mod, and Open classes. Additionally, Kolton Malmborg will race for team blue in the Semi-Pro Stock, Semi-Pro Improved Stock, and Semi-Pro Mod classes.

“It’s been a long, long time since Yamaha has had a competitive presence in Hillclimb racing,” said Wade West, Yamaha snowmobile marketing manager. “Getting back into hill climb racing is a very exciting opportunity for us to showcase our 4-stroke mountain sled’s capabilities to the market. We have a great sled and some great riders ready to prove that the Nytro MTX is a true high performance mountain master!”

Veteran racer Nathan Titus will return to the USCC Cross Country circuit on an FX Nytro RTX race sled.

Yamaha in National Cross Country Series

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amaha Motor Corporation is proud to announce its return to snowmobile competition on the United States Cross Country (USCC) circuits for the 2011-12 season.

Yamaha-backed racers will compete on both of USCC’s programs—the Midwest and USCC East.

Yamaha veterans Ross Erdman and Nathan Titus will ride the FX Nytro RTX in the Pro class, while the upand-coming Ben Lindbom and Jake Jorgeson will saddle up for the Semi-Pro class in the USCC Midwest series.

Rounding off the USCC

team in the Sport class is Seth Thorsen and Steve Emerson on the Phazer RTX. Longtime Yamaha snowmobile racer Erik Frigon will race Semi-Pro while mentoring Sport racer Michael Ewaschuk in the emerging USCC East division.

“We’re really excited to get back into racing” Wade West, Yamaha’s snowmobile marketing manager said.

“The increased interest in grassroots racing over the past few years makes our entry into cross country racing all the more important.

We’ve found that the market is moving away from the prepackaged spectacle of stadium snocross and gravitating more toward the relatable cross country events that compete on the same trails we ride. That’s where our high performance 4-stroke power shines and what our FX Nytro models were engineered to do.”

a e k a T g n i l i b o n 2012 Go Snowm g i a p m a c g n i l i b snowmo d n e i r F

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. This unique industry partnership is pleased to announce a contest featuring a $5000 cash prize to the state snowmobile association member of ACSA and a $5000 cash prize to the provincial snowmobile association member of CCSO that organizes and promotes a Go Snowmobiling Ride campaign in their state or province.

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, 2012. The attached entry forms are due to the ISMA Office by April 30, 2012.

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.)

In depth 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, non-snowmobilers 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 snow-

mobiling 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.

Please review, copy and distribute the attached contest entry form.

Remember that all snowmobile clubs throughout North America are encourage to participate in this contest and support their state or provincial snowmobile association in helping make their organizations grow and prosper.

Yellowstone will open for snomobilers this 2011-2012 winter season BlueRibbon Coalition Yellowstone will open to Snowmobiles for 2011-2012 this Winter Season!

Update: the news is good from the Park Service. On December 15, 2011 the gates will open for the 2011-2012 season for snowmobile access to Yellowstone National Park.

This access is being permitted by the Park Service as part of their new Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process. The EIS process will determine a long term Winter Use plan for Yellowstone. The Park will operate under the regulations listed below just like the 2010-2011 season.

A new long term regulation should be in place by the 2012-2013 season. Watch for more information at www.saveyellowstonepark. com The information from the Park Service provides visitors, area businesses, and park employees with an outline they can use for the

2011-12 season. Under the plan motorized oversnow access will continue this winter, just like last winter. Here is a quick summary of this coming season’s rules.

Up to 318 commercially guided, Best Available Technology (BAT) snowmobiles and up to 78 snowcoaches will be allowed per day in Yellowstone National Park.

Yellowstone’s East Entrance and Sylvan Pass will be open for motorized and nonmotorized oversnow travel, subject to weather and safety constraints.

Trail and off-road use of snowmobiles and snowcoaches has always been, and will continue to be, prohibited.

Another already completed special rule has been published that addresses snowmobile access in Grand Teton Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway, including access along Grassy Lake Road from Flagg Ranch to the National Forest and on Jackson Lake for licensed anglers.

In closing, I understand that the fight over Yellowstone has been a long, contentious and complicated battle. We are now in the 13th year of our combined efforts to maintain snowmobile access to Yellowstone National Park.

Please remember, the fact that Yellowstone remains open to snowmobiles represents one of the most profound victories over the extreme environmental movement in our lifetime.

Enjoy the victory and make your plans to come and enjoy Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks this winter on a snowmobile!

For updated information, go to www.saveellowstonepark.com.

Big Horn Adventure Nathan Blaylock Despite often seeing the “Big Horns� listed as a top 10 riding area, I had not taken the opportunity to visit. As a South Eastern Idaho resident I am surrounded by fabulous riding terrain and had never had much desire to venture very far.

However this season I was given the opportunity to ride along with the Inte r n at i on a l Snowmobile Media Council so I packed the truck and headed to this famed location 137 miles east of Yellowstone national Park.

The drive included a trip over Togwotee pass. How does any self-respecting snowmobiler drive past Togwotee without stopping to ride - if only for a short time? It would offend the snowmobiling Gods and

would just make no sense. Besides a two-day stop at Togwotee could refresh my mind on what a great riding area is and offer a valuable point of comparison to the Big Horns.

After leaving Togwotee you drop out of the mountains into the vast Wyoming plain.

Just about when you expect to never see mountains again the Big Horns appear rising seemingly out of place with their surroundings.

Though the sun had long since set; but I was committed to reach my destination in one attempt. FYI not every Wyo-

ming town has a gas station and those that do are often not open in the wee hours on a Sunday. Finally I obtained a full tank of petrol but was immediately faced with another problem, a serious blizzard.

How is a blizzard a problem for a snowmobiler you ask?

Well apparently this blizzard was following on the tail of another large storm and I was leaving Greybull heading north east up 14 into the mountains on lonely roads I have never before seen. I could see about half as far as my headlights could shine before everything became completely featureless.

Soon there appeared a snow gate and I was surprised to see it open. Someone was not doing their job I thought. At this point I almost thought better

of trying to reach Bear Lodge Resort that night. I say almost because I pinned the throttle instead. You see I have never been good with things like authority figures, admitting limitations, coloring inside the lines, and rational decision making. Throwing caution to the wind and continuing on seemed to more closely fit my MO. Only one set of tracks existed on the road pressed deeply into 6 inches of old snow; about to be completely covered by new snow. With every increasing foot of elevation I increasingly regret passing the snow gate.

I was now pushing through snow measurable in feet; my four-wheel drive truck was barely making headway at this point and only was able to do so because the snow was very powdery. “If I ever make it to Bear Lodge the riding will be

incredible” my internal dialog kept reassuring me.

I found a spot to stop on a rare decline in the road. Here with the engine off I experienced the most profound silence imaginable. Was that AM radio I can hear through a tooth filling?

Here I considered several options including one half-baked idea to abandon the truck and continue on via sled. My mind began visualizing the end scenarios of each choice.

At length I chose the image of my bloody corpse inside of a collapsed truck cab at the bottom of a ravine over the image of my corpse frozen to the tunnel of my sled. So I continued on with the truck.

A light on the horizon!! “I don’t care what that light ends up being I am stopping there for the night” I promised myself.

When I arrived at the light it

ended up only being an intersection. I knew Bear Creek had to be close but I didn’t know which way to turn.

When I make a random choice between two options I will end up wrong 100% of the time.

But having just frustrated the grim reaper I was feeling lucky.

I chose the left turn and within a quarter mile the lodge appeared like a glowing heavenly edifice.

Sunshine intense enough to wake me broke through the curtains in my room. A quick glance revealed perfect deep powder riding conditions. I geared up and headed to join the group at breakfast where they were discussing the riding for the day. They were to do a 60/40 mix of backcountry and trail riding.

I guess I didn’t realize there were trails in the Big Horns.

But there are; a whole network of well-marked and expertly groomed trails waited. In fact I think they had groomed the trails before the plows had cleared the road. But on a morning like this backcountry is what made me salivate.

We rode perhaps only a mile of trail directly from the lodge before we broke away into the backcountry. I was immediately reminded of the reason I fell in love with the sport in the first place;

the amazing sense of freedom!

There is mile after mile of untracked snow in all directions.

Though the Big Horn Mountain’s do offer steep technical riding it is really more of a vast playground of rolling hills and powder-filled valleys. I notice that the trees in the Big Horns are spaced at exactly 46 inches apart giving you your ski stance and about 4 inches on either side. In short they are great tree riding/boondocking opportunities.

On the second day I woke to more snow and it was still falling with vigor. We headed for the high country and instead of rising up out of the weather as we hoped it got worse. If you held still for only a moment the snow would pile up on your sleeve. The powder was amazing though, in fact the only time I can remember better was on Rabbit Ear Pass Colorado a couple years ago. No wonder the Big Horn Mountains have a home in many a rider’s heart.

We pressed on enjoying the bottomless powder until we could no longer distinguish the horizon. It was akin to wrapping a paper plate around your face and running around the house. Finally we turned back on what was left of our trail and headed back.

Trail grooming is taken seriously here and on the third day I took full advantage of their hard work. I traded the Skidoo XP 800 for a new Arctic Cat 4 stroke short track. The

machines blinding speed and acceleration combined with smooth trails meant we covered vast territory very quickly.

One trail in particular followed a winding river up a canyon that was strewn with quaint cabins. I couldn’t decide if I should slow down and enjoy the postcardlike scenery or speed up to enjoy the corners. Other trails led through dense forest or high altitude windswept vistas, but all the trails were well-marked, smooth and safe. There was so little company on the trails that I often felt like a kid locked in an amusement park after hours.

On the third day I took a late afternoon side trip and did some random off trail exploring. It was fun to spot a cliff and try to find a way to get up to it. The snow in the trees turned to sugar and even with a 163” deeply lugged track I sunk

mercilessly almost every time I ventured in.

This is a perfect place to bring a family because there is terrain for all types of riders. I met several Big Horn fraternities; as I call them. These are groups of Midwesterners who make annual pilgrimages to the west for some excellent riding. However, I certainly think any western rider heading east will find the area just as interesting.

After three and a half days of solid riding in the Big Horns I found myself wishing for three more. While this location may not be featured in Boondockers or Thunderstruck films anytime soon, it deserves a long hard look for any snowmobile vacationer.

A special note from Keri Wanner: SUCCESS: The one word that comes to mind when describing the 2011 Media Ride for the International Snowmobile Media Council (ISMC). Key individuals went above and beyond to make sure our experiences would last a lifetime. Special thanks to the staff at all three lodges for making each day an exciting new experience.

Thanks to Rondi Riffle for your inspiration, creativity and energy!! We couldn’t help but be drawn to your personality and dedication creating your amazing videos. Rondi created the video included in this issue. It features the ride and of course our great friend Nathan Blaylock. Rick and Roberta Young have three amazing facilities. Your support and dedication to the Media Ride participants will never be forgotten and talked about for many years to come!!! If you are looking for a great place to vacation for your next snowmobile trip, don’t pass up on the Big Horns of Wyoming.

Nathan Blaylock was a very unique individual that brought his passion and creativity to every aspect of what he did. This was no different for the 2011 Media Ride. He went above and beyond to provide exposure for the company he believed in and worked for, Klim. Plus offered his skills to provide each publication with quality photos and editorial content featuring the Big Horns. An extra special thanks goes out to Nate for his excitement for life. Although his presence will be missed throughout the industry, he will continue to be an inspiration to many guiding us all as we progress in the industry.

BRP returns to donate $1 million to North American snomobile clubs The Ski-Doo Club Support program is back for their fourth year of donations BRP brings back the SkiDoo Club Support program for the fourth consecutive year, donating an estimated CA$1 million to North American snowmobile clubs for trail maintenance and development.

For each snowmobiler submitting a certificate at their Ski-Doo dealership, BRP will donate $10 to their snowmobile club through the program, regardless of the brand they own.

Program certificates will be available via a Ski-Doo direct mail initiative and on ski-doo.com.

A public relations campaign will also be launched in the fall of 2011 to reach every snowmobiler.

“Snoman and its member clubs would like to thank BRP and all provincial dealers for their efforts regarding the BRP Club Support program,” said Connie

Lester, Executive Director of Snoman Inc. in Manitoba.

“The program provides our organization with the opportunity to benefit from your marketing initiative.

You have made a real difference over the last three years and we look forward to your support in the coming season.”

“The sheer volume of letters praising BRP and our dealers for the program is proof that this program worked,” said Marc-André Dubois, Marketing Director, SkiDoo. “It is simply amazing to see how many people went out of their way to write to us—and how important BRP’s contribution was to the upgrades they did to the infrastructure of their trails.”

The program has delivered $2 million to over 1,600

North American clubs in the last three years.

A proportion of 13.2% of active snowmobilers actually participated in the program in 2010.

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), a privately-held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorized recreational vehicles.

Its portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and boats, Evinrude and Johnson outboard engines, CanAm all-terrain and side-byside vehicles and roadsters, as well as Rotax engines.

BRP products are distributed in more than 100 countries.

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BrP AnD the Ski-Doo DeAlerS Are ProuD to PreSent: ®

After having given more than $2,000,000 to snowmobile clubs in the past years through this program, BRP will continue its pledge to snowmobile clubs’ volunteers and their trails for the 2011-2012 snowmobile season. For each snowmobiler who fills out and drops off a coupon at a Ski-Doo dealership of their choice between September 1, 2011 and November 15, 2011, BRP and its dealers will donate $10 cash to the member’s club. It’s that simple! Each snowmobile club is eligible for a total Ski-Doo donation of up to $1,500 in cash (150 members X $10 = $1,500) paid directly to clubs by BRP and the Ski-Doo dealers, upon program completion.

HuRRy, HEAD to SkI-Doo.com AND SIgN uP to REcEIvE youR EXcluSIvE oFFER AND $10 DoNAtIoN couPoN. SImPly DRoP oFF youR couPoN At youR NEARESt SkI-Doo DEAlER. youR cluB wIll tHANk you FoR It!