November 2014 Sno-Dak News by Tari Norby

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Hi everyone, How is the fall season treating you? The weather has been cooperating so we can finish the last minute outside projects for the year. Thank

Snowmobile clubs are just starting to meet and prepare for their winter activities. I hope we get enough snow for the activities. The board has been struggling with getting clubs or associations to host the SND Convention. I am looking for suggestions for the convention. What would you like to see at the convention? How many days would you like the convention to be? What kind of training or classes would you like to see at the convention? I like to try new ideas, so please send in your suggestions.

Hello all! Just a short greeting for my fellow snow fans to kick off the season. It has been an event filled and challenging summer for us here at home. Fall is in the air as the frosty mornings lately are a sure sign of things to come, hopefully with lots of snow! I am excited for the upcoming snowmobile season and the opportunity to travel the state and reconnect nt e d i s with all of you. Pre Vice The upcoming days and weeks will be filled with trail meetings, convention preperation, convention, sign classes, groomer classes, equipment committee meetings, travel, trail inspections, reports,

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I have listened to many people talk about their club and state it is the same people doing all of the work and they are getting burnt out. What can we do to get more people involved without paying them? I know this is the million dollar question. How do we get younger people to join clubs? When I ask people why they don’t belong to a club they tell me they don’t have time or they don’t want to work. I have been reading snowmobile magazines from other states. One state has it set up that the fees are the same for every club, so when the people register their snowmobiles they have them choose which club they want their funds to go to, and if they don’t pick a club, then the funds go to the closest snowmobile club to their address. Another state has it set up that, if a person belongs to a club their registration for their snowmobiles is cheaper than a person who doesn’t belong to a club. Before some people will join a club, they want to know what’s in it for them. Food for thought – How many people in the state of North Dakota own snowmobiles and don’t belong to a club? How do we get them involved?

and many more meetings. Many of you thought all I did was ride snowmobile! I must say though, every year the actual trail report part of the job has become easier to complete due to the increased awareness of the sign guidelines by the signing crews and the dedication of the trail coordinators. Great strides have been made in the quality of our trail riding experience for our fellow snowmobile enthusiasts. Let’s keep up the good work! This snowmobile season marks the beginning of my 10th year with SND and also our 40th anniversary as an organization. Amazing how time flies! It has been a very fun journey and I look forward to future seasons with this great group of dedicated volunteers. See you on the trails! (I will most likely be wearing something pink!) Todd Thronson

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But with all this success comes more guidelines and that dreaded word, more work. Each season I sit back astonished with the lengths members will go ensuring the local snowmobile trail is up and running. I’ve learned that you guys are the experts in trail setup, grooming, equipment and so much more but with all that responsibility I’ve learn something has to give. And usually the item that gives, is the area of a business that isn’t understood or the area that you just plain don’t care to do. So I started thinking and asking myself, what can our organization do the most to help the members and clubs? The answer was easy, start focusing on the areas that constantly seem to give. With over 35 snowmobile clubs in the state, 100’s of volunteers, and 1,000’s of members; our office has the opportunity to hear the statewide issues and concerns. The main topics of concern always come down to financial support, local support and help promoting events. With the 2015 legislative campaign under way, the next areas of focus are going to be developing programs that help with local support and help promoting events. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, we are listening and we hope we can make new strides as we head into the future. Cheers to the 2014-2015 season and cheers to all of you! SNOWMOBILESALVAGEPARTS.COM Large Inventory of Used Snowmobiles For Sale

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proud to see what the membership has created. How many non-profits can say they manage $2 million dollars in grooming equipment; this among many other things are facts that make members proud.

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Non-profit organizations all begin with the same core value; a group of people that band together to create social experiences for Executive Dire something they love. ctor This opportunity usually starts with a meeting of potential members who build the nonprofit. Members build a foundation by developing a mission statement, creating bylaws, opening a checking account and last but not least gaining financial support. An organization is like a baby. It needs nurture to grow and the more you provide food, shelter and love the more the baby grows. Organizations go through similar stages and need that constant watchful eye to make sure it can sustain and continue to grow. For some organizations that means full time staff and for others it’s the core group of volunteers that make everything happen. It doesn’t take long to realize, no matter how much time you have, the organization could always use more. Because as time goes by the goals get bigger requiring more nurture to ensure the organization stays sustainable and successful. Before you know it he non-profit becomes a full-time business.

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The Sno-Dak News took the opportunity to chat one on one with Bryan McCoy, the Executive Director of the Cavalier Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center in Cavalier, ND. Sno-Dak News (SDN): Tell us about the Cavalier Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center? Bryan McCoy (BM): The Cavalier Chamber and Economic Development Center is unique in that it is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;one stop shopâ&#x20AC;? for all things in Cavalier, North Dakota. Responsibilities include everything from tourism development, business recruitment and retention, to marketing and promotion. SDN: How did you hear about Snowmobile North Dakota? BM: I was looking at ways to enhance winter tourism and snowmobiling in Cavalier and came across the organizations website. SDN: Are there any recreational dealers in the area that cater to snowmobilers? BM: There are currently not snowmobile dealers in the area, however, we do offer other items. The He-Mart on Main Street stocks riding gear, and so do the two hardware stores.

SDN: What makes Cavalier, ND standout from other snowmobile destinations? BM: Cavalier and the Northeastern North Dakota trails have very unique terrain that ranges from flat prairie to deep gorges. Trails in our area also connect to others in Canada and Minnesota for an international experience. SDN: What kinds of services and conveniences does Cavalier, ND offer to snowmobilers? BM: We are a snowmobile friendly community with several miles of groomed trails, signage, and other features to make for a safe and fun riding experience.

SDN: Why did the companies choose to support Snowmobile North Dakota and provide a vacation package for HayDays Craze? BM: Cavalier experiences a lot of summer visitors because of nearby Icelandic State Park, but tourism is less during the colder months. The city and region is striving to become the premier outdoor recreation area in eastern North Dakota.

SDN: How does the Cavalier Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center make every Cavalier, ND vacation better? BM: We like to give personalized service. The Cavalier Chamber & Economic Development is a one person office, so I can help tailor any vacation plans.

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I want to thank you and the Sno-Barons Snowmobile club for the amazing experience you helped create for my family and me, upon my return home from Afghanistan. To say thanks I wanted to email you with more information about myself and my family. I am a Specialist in the North Dakota Army National Guard; my MOS (job within the guard) is 68W Combat Medic. I served 8 months in Bagram, Afghanistan providing medical care and medical evacuation for NATO forces. I am from Minot, North Dakota and my family (including three aunts and uncles, about seven cousins, a few long time family friends, my brother and my parents) has been going to Haydays for over 17 years. I was able to come home early from Afghanistan due to the drawdown of US forces. My brother (Tony Connole) and I were able to keep it a secret from my mother (Cathy Connole) and my father (Kim Connole). Since my mother was unable to make it to Haydays this year because she had to take more time off of work to take my father down to Mayo Clinic a few times. My dad was diagnosed with CLL (chronic lymphatic leukemia) and was undergoing chemo treatments. He is done with treatments for now and Doctors say he will just need to be monitored. So I was able to fly into Minneapolis to surprise him on Friday since he owns Sports Specialties of Minot and was part of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;swappersâ&#x20AC;? this year. Thanks to my brother and the Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club, we were able to surprise my dad without him knowing that I was coming home!! I am very grateful for Sno-Barons and their generosity and support they showed me and my family during this amazing event!! Again, thank you for everything!! SPC Patricia M May 68W NDANG

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t was a gorgeous, cool and Sunny weekend for the 48th Annual Haydays Grass Drags and Swap Meet near North Branch. The event, orchestrated by the Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club, is the granddaddy of all fall snowmobile events. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event will be remembered for the fun: the displays, the entertainment and the products that kept people wheeling and dealing well after the gates closed Saturday night. The Sno-Barons use the proceeds from the event to support clubs and trail projects throughout the state. Everyone was again smiling in anticipation of winter. Fans lined the fences to watch the action at the grass drag track. They encircled the motorsports and freestyle expo. The vendors were busy, the swap meet was bustling, and the exhibitions and demos ran non-stop. We saw a lot of full wagons, modified shopping carts and trailer loads hauled out of the gates. After four seasons, the new site really feels like home. The Sno-Barons want to thank the clubs, volunteers, the vendors and sponsors for helping making that weekend the premiere snowmobile event in the industry. Without you Haydays would not be possible. See you next year! September 12 & 13, 2015 For more info go to www.snobarons.com

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Our snowmobile club has really come alive now that the winter season seems close and summer is receding into the past. We have been busy planning the various Club events for the near future. Club members have been selling raffle tickets, getting their sleds out of storage and settling up with their dealers for the 2015 sleds that were consummated last spring. Later in October we’ll be once again displaying our sleds at the Kirkwood Shopping Mall for two full days. This event certainly generates a lot of interest with the public when they see the sleds and visit with our members who are available to answer questions and encourage membership plus sell raffle tickets.

Our trail signing was conducted Saturday, October 4th along Hwy. 83 north of Bismarck. On Monday we received a call from the District Engineer’s office that we need to remove the signs that were within 30 feet of the roadway because they were going to mow one more time. This is the second year in a row we have been hit with this, which simply means that a phone call yo your District Engineer’s office would solve the issue. I called the Bismarck office and that was the recommended procedure to implement in order to avoid this problem. There are District Offices in the major cities around the state where clubs should touch base prior to signing state highways. Here’s the contact #’s for them:

Grand Forks: 701-787-6500; Fargo: 701-239-8900; Valley City: 701-845-8800; Dickinson: 701-227-6500; Williston: 701-774-2700; Minot: 701-857-6925; Devils Lake: 701-665-5100; Bismarck: 701-238-6951

We’ll have seen some of you at the SND Convention in Minot before you read this, but wish all the clubs a successful year of snowmobiling and activities. Bob Gregoire, Secretary

dakota trailblazers There’s a nip in the air and snow on the ground at Lake Metigoshe. It didn’t last long, but it’s a sign of things to come. There’s so much left to do. Our club will be signing October 18th & 25th. We had our first club meeting at Marty and LaDona Malachowski’s house in Garrison. We had an excellent supper and conversation. Our next meeting is November 6th at the 501 Club in Surrey at 7:30. I attended a meeting for the Peace Garden Trails on October 8th in Bottineau. Dave Vad, Loren Johnson and their crew have done a great

job of maintaining and grooming, but they’re burnt out and need help! They need more volunteers to sign, grub the trail, and groom. If you can help please call or show up in person at Johnson Sport Center. Your help will be appreciated. This trail system will be closed next year if something dramatic doesn’t happen quickly. It would be a great loss to North Dakota’s trails. The SND convention was hosted by the Gasmann Coulee Cruisers in Minot at the Grand Hotel October 31st & November 1st. I hope you were able to attend! During the

convention, we can all be recertified in groomer, grubbing and signing for the next three years. Our Fun Run is on December 13th, with stops in Surrey, Deering, and Granville. Dale Deibert will have tickets at the convention. See you there! Ralph Liebelt Dakota Trailblazer Vice President

MAgic City Driftbusters United we stand, divided we fall – Where should that new poster go? The phrase “united we stand, divided we fall” is often used in reference to more important things regarding American patriotism then my topic today, but I thought it was a fitting play on words regarding a recent observance at our clubhouse during our fall clean-up a few weekends ago. Having become a member just a few years ago, I have observed the colorful walls in the clubhouse and have spent a fair share of time gazing at their posters during meetings (sorry Jerry). And please don’t tell my soon to be husband, but I’ve spent maybe a little more time looking at the one with Tony Stewart on it. But in all the time I have spent looking at the walls, it was not until clean-up day, that I understood the design behind them. After inside clean-up was completed, it was time to hang the newly

donated posters (thank you Miles). It was quickly determined that, unfortunately, we had been given a few duplicates, and unfortunately… that poster was already on the wall. One poster remained. A cute little cut out window with a snowmobile pictured out the window. We searched the walls for an open spot for this new poster, and ah… an open spot down at the end just past the Yamaha bar, perfect. So the poster was hung with the only implement at our immediate disposal… scotch tape. Now scotch tape being scotch tape, and a poster that had spent its summer rolled up in the back window of a pickup, you probably know already that the poster’s adhesion to the wall was short lived. But that was probably a good thing… As it turns out (here’s that ah ha moment) we had placed an Arctic Cat poster in the Yamaha section of the wall. If you have never visited

our clubhouse, the long walls are divided by two brands on each side: Arctic Cat and Yamaha on one side, and Ski-doo and Polaris on the other wall. The walls are painted the brand color with a collection of their posters in each section. After the new poster relocated itself to the floor, a discussion was held on where to place the new poster into the Arctic Cat section, but no immediate solution was found. The matter was tabled for another day when thumb tacks are present. But, what I learned about the walls is also telling about the Magic City Driftbusters club. Even though its members may choose different brands of snowmobiles (or section of the wall), when the club members get together… all people are there for one reason: to enjoy snowmobiling together as a group! Jennifer Korgel Magic City Driftbusters

moonlighters snowmobile club Hello friends and welcome to a new year of snowmobiling from the Moonlighters Snowmobile Club! I am very proud to announce that we are no longer an ATV club. We are a snowmobile club only, and want to make our beautiful corner of the state a great place for everyone to enjoy the awesome trail system that we have. I am hoping for a year with an earlier snowfall, a LOT less wind, and hopefully no groomer breakdowns.

I want to thank all the club members and groomer operators for their hard work last year. It is awesome to see the contributions that a few individuals can make. We are in great need of more club members; we have many miles to sign. Also we are looking for as many groomer operators that we can get. Lastly, I would like to remind everyone that if you have ever heard yourself complain about the trails in anyway, ask yourself: Have I ever joined a club, been

to a meeting, signed trails, ran a groomer, or licensed your sled? If you answered “no” to any of these questions, you need to stop complaining and join the other “volunteers” who make the trail system a reality. I am looking forward to a great year of riding! Pay dues and ride safe! Randy Bata President Moonlighters Snowmobile Club

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Get you sleds running!!! Hopefully everyone is ready for snow because I sure am!! That means the snowmobile season will soon be upon us! The Snowmobile North Dakota convention just wrapped up on November 1st up in the great city of Minot, so now it is time to start getting your snowmobile ready for the season if you have not already done so. Here are some things you need to make sure you have on your snowmobile before you ride: • Any snowmobile being driven on public land is required to be registered with the ND Department of Transportation. Registration fee is $40 paid every 2 years. Place your registration stickers on either side of your snowmobile in a place that is visible. • Any out-of-state snowmobile being driven on public land is required to purchase and carry with them the out-of-state public trails and lands access permit. This permit is $15 and is available to purchase online at www.parkrec.nd.gov and click on Online Services. • Any snowmobile being driven on any portion of the state snowmobile trail system is also required to have liability insurance on

the snowmobile and carry proof of insurance with them. Don’t forget that anyone 12 and older, who does not have a valid driver’s license, is required to have a snowmobile safety certification card obtained through one of our safety courses. Tari has been working hard at scheduling courses so check for one in your area by visiting www. parkrec.nd.gov or watch for SND constant contact notice. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call me at 701328-5357.

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Dale Deibert - Region 1 It h a s s ure b e e n a n i c e fal l s e a s o n w i t h a t o r ab ove n o r m al t e mp e ra t u re s a n d ve r y few f ro s t y m o r n in g s. A s I w r i t e t h i s a r t i c l e o n O c t o b e r 10 t h, i t i s o u r w e d d i n g a n n i v e r s a r y. V i r g i n i a a n d I w e r e m a r r i e d i n 1975, 39 years ago. It also reminds me of how long we have been snowmobiling. I was snowmobiling 10 years before that. Trail associations and clubs have begun to start grubbing and signing the trails for another snow season. The Bottineau clubs and Peace Garden Trail Association are looking for new members to help with the trail grubbing and operations. The current members will be retiring soon and new people and ideas are needed. There have been a couple of meetings in Bottineau to discuss the trail systems operations and needs. If anybody has ideas please contact Dave Vad at Johnson Sport Center in Bottineau or the City of Bottineau. Some of the snowmobile rides and fun runs have been set for the winter season. The Dakota Trailblazers of Surrey and Minot will have their fun run on December 13th in Surrey. The Magic City Driftbusters Fun Run will be on January 3rd, 2015. The Pink Ribbon Riders ND Snow Run will be January 9th-10th, 2015 in Grafton. The International Ride is scheduled for January 31st, 2015 in Minot. The North Dakota legislation will be in session starting in January. The ND Parks & Recreation Department and SND will be asking for some changes in legislative bills. They are as follow: • Increase the snowmobile registration fee. • Transfer the snowmobile registration administration from the ND DOT to ND Parks & Recreation Department. • Reduce the allowed riding age from 12 to 10 years old to enhance education opportunities and promote a fun family activity, If you know any legislators who will help sponsor a bill, please let SND know. Snowmobile registrations are up 8% from this time in the previous biennium, which is good to hear. I would like to remind everybody to register their sleds because that is the funding for grooming the trail systems. Also, make sure you have liability insurance on your sleds. Bye for now and I hope to see you on the trails this winter!

Perry Brintnell - Region 3 Snowmobile Enthusiasts, Hello and welcome back to another year of snowmobile fun. Hopefully this one will start a little earlier than the last few seasons. I’ve been hearing of meetings to start developing plans on several events around our area and throughout the state. That’s exciting when events get going with good planning. We have been doing a youth ride every year and it seems to keep growing every year. Personally I have just as much fun watching the kids having fun on the Ridge Runner Trail System. During this event we have adults riding along and making sure things go safely. We incorporate business along the way that helps by donating food and prizes. Last year we had 52 youth and 34 adults. Very fun day! Remember they are the future of our sport. I’d also like to remind everybody there are signing changes this season. So if you can’t attend the convention this year, go online to the SND website and look there for the changes you can get certified online this year. So hopefully this gets more people out signing to help the volunteers with the trail systems. Remember signing is not only for our snowmobilers it’s also for the safety of our groomer operators. So, in closing, have a great snowmobiling year and ride safe!

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Kristie Thone - Region 5 The time is almost upon us! Hopefully we have our first snow! All the trails should be signed or just wrapping up. There is nothing better than a ride on a sunny, snowy, and beautiful North Dakota Day. Riding a groomed trail makes this all the more enjoyable. The signed and maintained North Dakota Trails Systems are a privilege and an accomplishment we can be proud of. For many years SND employees, volunteers, and NDPRD employees have worked to provide a trail system that is safe and enjoyable for all. It is up to you to make sure we keep this trail system safe for the riders; young and old, experienced or novice. When riding the trails please be sure to: Leave the trail in the condition you found it. (pick up any trash, replace or fill in any large cleanouts) Follow the rules of the trail. • Use your hand signals. If you don’t know them, learn them and use them. This is taught in all snowmobile safety classes, and is available on line at www.snowmobilend.com. • Follow the trail signs (safe passage markers are for your safety). Corridors are set so there are no hazards (a safe passage). Go “between” the signs. Respect the land owners. • Land next to and adjoining the trail is not part of the trail. The land owners have graciously agreed to have the trail cross their property. Please stay on the trail. Help keep the trail in the best condition possible. • Trails are groomed at night to give the trail time to harden and set up before anyone rides on them. This isn’t always possible, so if you see the trail is being groomed, please try to go the opposite direction or pass the groomer and get ahead. • Do not do “cleanouts” on the trail. If you have a mountain sled, please respect that the groomed trail is NOT deep powder in the mountains and refrain from digging ruts in and across the trail. This is disrespectful and dangerous. Imagine your child or significant other hitting one of the ruts and possibly being seriously hurt. • Realize that the groomers are not always able to get out when you are. Give your appreciation to the volunteers and clubs that help keep your trail system open. • Watch for hazards and other problems with the trail. • You ride the trail at your own risk. • If you see a problem or defect in the trail, report it. (such as missing signs, ruts across trail -cars do go in the ditch this time of year, debris or objects) Any recommendations or ideas are appreciated and welcomed. All Local Club and SND meetings are open to the public. Attend and become involved. We need volunteers! • Many clubs are 5 members away from disbanding. If the club in your area disbands. That means no groomed trail in your area. We need more bodies, more ideas, more help. Register your snowmobiles! • The monies from registration fund your trail maintenance. The more registrations, the more money and the more groomings can take place. Region 5 is still looking for a volunteer to be a Director for the Snowmobile North Dakota Board of Directors. If you live in Cass or Richland Counties, this is your Region. Contact me or SND if you are interested in this opportunity. Enjoy the Winter! See you on the Trails! Kristie Thone Region 5 Director

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SND Officers

SND Staff

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

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

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

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

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

Clubs

2014-2015 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 701-3712165

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

Dakota Trailblazers Sherman Pladsen PO Box 1012 Minot, ND 58702 701-720-9501

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

Flatland Trailblazers Dave Seltvedt 2363 46th Ave NE Harvey, ND 58341 701-324-2698

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

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

Nekoma Trailblazers Bob Wilhelmi 212 Main St Nekoma, ND 58355 701-949-2781

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

North Valley Riders Mark Briese 14399 County Rd 3 St. Thomas, ND 58276 701-257-6448

Board of Directors REGION 1 Dale Deibert PO Box 99 Surrey, ND 58785 701-721-9378 vdeibert@srt.com Byron Norsby PO Box 914 Minot, ND 58702 701-728-6688 outbackautobody@srt.com

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

REGION 2 Mark Shipley PO Box 493 Devils Lake, ND 58301 701-662-6896 marley493@yahoo.com

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

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

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

REGION 3 Perry Brintnell 12668 57th St NE Fordville, ND 58231 701-331-1096 xcr600pb@polarcomm.com

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

2014-2015 Roaring 20’s Loren Johnson 61 Green Acres Ave Bottineau, ND 58318 701-228-4272 Rough Rider Snowmobile Association Al Hossel PO Box 4162 Bismarck, ND 58502 701-391-8713

Rural Cass Pembina Hills Trail Riders Snowmobile Club Tod Soeby Jason McSparron PO Box 825 PO Box 58 Walhalla, ND 58282 Casselton, ND 58012 701-549-3711 701-281-3800 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 PO Box 25 Rock Lake, ND 58365 701-370-0524

Red River Snowmobile Club Steve Magnuson 225 Plain Hills Dr Grand Forks, ND 58201 701-746-5370 Ridge Runners Perry Brintnell PO Box 132 Fordville, ND 58231 701-331-1096

Brian Sauer 1405 9th Ave. E Langdon, ND 58249 701-370-9019 bnc@utma.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

St. Michel Furniture 137 Main Ave S Rugby, ND 58368 701-776-5887

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When snowmobilers unite, there is

no stopping them!

For the last 15 years the American Council of Snowmobile Associations has been going to Washington, DC for their Annual Fly-In. This annual event has included meetings with decision makers at the various agencies, as well as hundreds of legislative meetings. We realize that snowmobilers across the country work with their local land managers and forest supervisors, and those efforts are greatly appreciated. Your partnership on projects is critical to organized snowmobiling. When a problem arises, not only is problem reported, but snowmobilers most often have suggestions to resolve the problem! Not all recreation users do this, but snowmobilers have been known to do this regularly. We’re not surprised – that’s the way snowmobilers think and respond! It was no surprise to us in 2005 when the Travel Management Rule did not mandate that administrative units make decision that restrict or prohibit Over Snow Vehicle Use, but gave the authority to the local Forest Service officials to manage the use. It was no surprise when the snowmobile community learned of the Petition from Winter Wildlands Alliance in the fall of 2011 with the request that snowmobiles be regulated under the Travel Management Rule. The Forest Service responded to their petition, but explained snowmobiles are already regulated and managed. It was no surprise when the WWA, defeated with the decision they received from the FS on their Petition, filed a lawsuit against the Forest

Service, once again claiming lack of management of snowmobile travel in 2012 and looking for balance with snowmobilers and cross country skiers. What did surprise us is when the Judge ruled in their favor on April 1, 2013. Snowmobilers united and immediately filed an Appeal. The Rule Making Process has been occurring in concert with the Appeal Process. We were not surprised when organized snowmobiling united in a massive fundraising campaign for the legal action fund. Snowmobilers always respond with passion! We were not surprised with the Proposed Rule when it was released in June of this summer. We were also not surprised when 20,000 comments were received on the Proposed Rule. Snowmobilers care enough to submit comments on issues that impact their riding. It was no surprise when the Forest Service requested an extension to properly analyze the comments before they released their Final Rule, that the WWA opposed the request. It was no surprise when the Court ruled against the WWA’s request that the Forest Service be held in contempt of court for missing the deadline of September 9, 2014. It was no surprise when the Court overturned the WWA’s request that the Court enter an injunction requiring that all Forest

Service units complete on-the-ground implementation of the new rule within five years. We were not surprised that the Court allowed the Forest Service until January 31, 2015 to publish the Final Rule. We look forward to the release of the Final Rule, and working to implement the Rule. We are almost to the finish line -- a little more than 3 months before the Final Rule is published. We are hopeful that this is a Rule that the snowmobile community can comply with – and that it satisfies the WWA’s concern over snowmobile management. Since the Judge handed down the decision in this case in April, 2013, legal fees have exceeded $120,000. We are almost there – but we need to request contributions for the Legal Action Fund once again. All contributions will be greatly appreciated -- small donations add up to large amounts. Whatever individuals, clubs, state associations, and businesses can contribute will be appreciated. We’re almost there – but we need a little more to get us to the end of this process. Organized snowmobilers respond when there is a threat to the access we enjoy!

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Russ Davis

Back to Race Action Russ Davis takes on responsibilities of Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the AMSOIL World Championship Snowmobile Derby presented by First Place Parts.com. The announcement came October 14, 2014. Mr. Davis has already assumed his duties. Chuck Decker, President and track owner, describes Russ as “One of the true gentlemen of our sport, extremely knowledgeable and a prime mover in our snowmobile world. There is probably no more respected snowmobile industry executive then Russ Davis. We are looking forward to having him on our staff.” Davis says, “I am very excited to join a recreational sports orientated business with opportunities that are unlimited. Chuck Decker and the Decker Family have built the World Championship Derby and the Vintage World Championship events into a year round world class venue. This along with young Natalie Decker’s car racing career will challenge me to put a strategic plan together that makes sense to all involved.” Davis concludes, “I will be out looking for future sponsors and partners that want to help take advantage of this great opportunity.”

“One of the true gentlemen of our sport”

Davis’s lifelong association in the snowmobile arena began when he was the owner of a retail store in Sayner Wisconsin and started as salesman for Snowmobile Sales Inc., selling Scorpion snowmobiles. Shortly after, he became National Sales Manager for the Scorpion Factory in Crosby, Minnesota. This was followed by a move to Duluth to become National Sales Manager for the Central U.S. for Ski Doo. After closing Ski Doo’s office in Chicago he brought the team back to Wausau to open a brand new distribution Center for Bombardier Ski Doo / Sea Doo for North America and became National Sales Manager for this expanded entity. Promoted again as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for snowmobiles worldwide, which included snowmobile manufacturing facilities in Rovaniemi, Finland.

He also enjoyed early success as a snowmobile racer, winning the 1969 Stock Class “B” on a Ski Doo 292, at the Eagle River World Championship. His involvement with racing continued as he had full responsibility for the Ski Doo race Department in Valcourt, Quebec. Russ was also responsible for the Ski Doo sponsored television race coverage of the World Championship Snowmobile Derby for 14 years by CBS channel 7 in Wausau Wisconsin. Befitting his prominence in the snowmobile world, Russ was inducted into the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame in 2012. The Deckers and Davis have run parallel paths in the snowmobile arena for all of their lives, and collectively have more than 300 years of experience – this association signifies a significant step forward for the AMSOIL World Championship Snowmobile Derby. AMSOIL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SNOWMOBILE DERBY WEEKEND January 15-18, 2015 Vintage Snowmobile Derby Weekend January 9-11, 2015 Steve Decker / COO Eagle River Derby Track 715-479-4424 22

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TUCKER HIBBERT REUNITES WITH ARCTICWEAR

Pro Snocross Champion to Race with Arcticwear Race Gear Thief River Falls, Minn. (Oct. 13, 2014) – Team Arctic’s Tucker Hibbert will launch into the 2014-2015 Snocross racing season with the iconic style, technical innovation and protective features provided by Arcticwear Gear from Arctic Cat. It’s the same winning combination that helped launch Hibbert’s record-setting career over 15 years ago. “It just feels right coming home to Arcticwear,” said Hibbert. “Arcticwear is part of the family of Arctic Cat products and people that have been so important throughout my career. It’s a brand full of passion that’s dedicated to performance. I’m very proud to be back in Arcticwear and have it as the official gear of my team.” Hibbert is an eight-time X Games gold medalist and has 95 Pro class victories – the most of any racer throughout the history of snocross competition. He achieved these historic results through a combination of talent, support and a steadfast pursuit of excellence. His attention to detail is legendary, and he helped design and develop the Arcticwear Jacket and Pants that he will wear on track this season. His design influence will further translate to a signature Sportswear Line for Arcticwear bearing his name and iconic No. 68 in the near future. “The Hibbert name is synonymous with inventive ideas and performance,” said Tracy Crocker, Vice PresidentGeneral Manager of Arctic Cat Parts, Garments and Accessories. “Tucker demands the highest performance from himself and from his equipment, whether it’s shock calibration on his snowmobile suspension or the zipper quality on a jacket. That’s the edge he brings to the racetrack and to the Arcticwear gear that he relies upon.” For additional information on Arctic Cat Arcticwear clothing and accessories, see your local Arctic Cat dealer or visit www.arcticcat.com. To find a dealer near you, call 1-800-3-ARCTIC.

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The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association Partners With OPEI and NMMA on the ‘Look Before You Pump’ Ethanol Education Campaign The campaign cautions users of snowmobiles, boats, motorcycles, small engine and outdoor power equipment to use correct fuel

HASLETT, MI, OCTOBER 9, 2014: The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has partnered with the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) in the ‘Look Before You Pump’ campaign, an ethanol education and consumer protection program. The campaign reminds consumers to always use fuels containing no greater than ten percent ethanol when powering their outdoor power equipment or other non-road product, such as boats, snowmobiles and motorcycles, not designed for higher ethanol fuel blends. The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association is the leading association representing the manufacturers of snowmobiles, which encourage policies, programs and activities to improve the lifestyle activity of snowmobiling. The ‘Look Before You Pump’ campaign is most known by its emblematic prominent, red warning hand symbol indicating ‘OK’ for 10 percent ethanol and ‘No’ for mid-level ethanol blends (such as E15, E30, E85). The campaign was launched in October 2013, in response to higher ethanol blended fuels being made available in the marketplace for ‘flex-fuel’ automobiles, and to warn consumers not to inadvertently mis-fuel their engine products not designed to handle these higher ethanol fuel blends.

According to Ed Klim, President of ISMA, “It is important our customers know their fuel selection is important.” The National Marine Manufacturers Association also joined forces this summer in spreading the campaign messaging, and major retail outlets including Lowe’s, Walmart and True Value, as well as independent dealers, began using the ‘Look Before You Pump’ message in their stores and in customer circulars and catalogs this past year. A summer 2013 Interactive study shows the vast majority of Americans (71 percent) are “not at all sure” if it is illegal or legal to put high level ethanol gas (i.e., anything greater than 10 percent ethanol) into engines such as those in boats, mowers, chain saws, snowmobiles, generators and other engine products. The US EPA is on record stating that snowmobiles should NOT use fuel with more than 10% ethanol (E10).

The level of support for ‘Look Before You Pump’ continues to grow. No one wants to damage or destroy their equipment. But the changing fuel marketplace demands education, as evidenced by retailers, dealers, and manufacturers—and now major industry organizations—being more proactive in telling American consumers and business owners to be more mindful when selecting the right fuel for their products.

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SnowTrailsTv

November 2014

Saranac, MI -- SnowTrailsTv is excited to announce the launch of its 2014 Television series SnowTrailsTv on Destination America, a part of the Discovery Networks. SnowTrailsTv is the premiere recreational snowmobiling television show working with organized snowmobiling and tourism. The series showcases snowmobiling from both the enthusiast and avid sportsman point of view. The show takes its viewer to locations across the United States, starting this season in Quebec, Canada. SnowTrailsTv will run for 13 weeks with the season premiere starting on Saturday, October 4th, 2014. Check your local listings for show times or DestinationAmerica.com Take A Friend Snowmobiling with SnowTrails TV

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Waconia Ride-In classic The world’s largest vintage snowmobile event is inviting a whole new audience to its January show. YES, the Waconia Ride-In announces that it has created a new CLASSIC class to include snowmobiles model years 1986-1995. Before now, snowmobiles from this decade were not involved in vintage snowmobile events. This marks the first time that a major old snowmobile show has honored snowmobiles that are 20-25 years old.

Many vintage collectors have begun adding these “newer sleds” to their collections. This era featured robust sales of high quality snowmobiles from all four manufacturers. Several limited build, mid-year intro models and high performance “muscle” machines and racers are now sought after. Think early XCR, XLT Special, V-Max-4, EXT Special, Wildcat, Mach 1, Plus X and you remember those heady times.

This move to incorporate a new generation of old snowmobile fans has been inevitable. After all, these sleds were the “first ride” for many of today’s younger adults and middle aged snow-belt residents. “It is time to invite them to the party”, stated Waconia Ride-In President John Zeglin. “We invite a new generation of collectors to the vintage hobby.”

In fact, this January 24 & 25, 2015 Waconia Ride-In will celebrate its 25th anniversary! This year we honor MINNESOTA ICONS – the two remaining Minnesota snowmobile manufacturers that have provided over 50 years of fun times and memories for generations of those of us who refuse to hide inside throughout the winter months. This is not a competition between the two Minnesota brands, but rather a celebration of their combined contribution to winter outdoor excitement.

Who knows, this CLASSIC class may well catch on with other vintage snowmobile events because the 1986-1995 snowmobiles are readily available and at reasonable prices. After all, as the older vintage snowmobile “barn finds” dry up, these machines will fill the demand. The demand is fueled by fathers and mothers wanting to involve their children in winter outdoor recreation that they themselves enjoyed as teenagers and young adults. With new snowmobiles today costing over $ 10,000 it appears that these CLASSIC class snowmobiles fit the bill for affordable family fun in the cold crisp winter air! 26

Many snowmobilers include the Waconia Ride-In as a bucket list must. Visit http://www.mwvss.com to learn about the weekend jam packed with antique, vintage and classic snowmobile fun. For example, did you know that their trail ride alone includes more than 500 participants? WOW! Come join the fun and at their Sunday judged show see the new CLASSIC class including both Survivor and Restored categories.

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Polaris Snowmobiles Partners with Chris Brown and Ride With Chris Brown Adventures Medina, MN (September 19, 2014) – Polaris Snowmobiles announced today that Chris Brown, will become the official sponsor of his snowmobile guiding and clinics services, Ride With Chris Brown Adventures. “We’re excited to start this partnership with Chris and his backcountry adventures. We’re looking forward to getting even more western riders on Polaris RMKs to see just how amazing these machines are.” said Andy Kroll, Brand Manager for Polaris Snowmobiles. Beginning this season, clients of Ride With Chris Brown Adventures will be able to experience the mountains of BC on Pro-RMKs and RMK Assaults. “I am super excited to be partnering with Polaris. The Pro-RMK is the perfect machine to get you anywhere you want to go in the BC backcountry especially in the tight and technical trees. And the RMK Assault is purposely built for free riding, huge jumps and cliff drops. I can’t wait for the season to start and to get my riders out on these machines this season. These sleds are the lightest and easiest to ride snowmobiles on the market.” says Chris Brown. Polaris will be working with Chris throughout the season, sharing videos and pictures from his adventures and keeping riders up to date with what’s going on in BC this winter. About Ride With Chris Brown Adventures Ride With Chris Brown Adventures brings riders from around the globe to experience mountain riding at its finest in Whistler, British Columbia. Chris has been riding in the mountains of BC for nearly a decade, and is going into his 6th season of offering clinics and guiding services. Chris has spent thousands of client days sharing his passion and knowledge of backcountry mountain riding with his clients, and teaching them about avalanche safety, technical riding skills and big mountain riding. One of the original cast of Slednecks athletes, Chris is known throughout the industry as a pioneer who has repeatedly set the bar for the extreme limits of mountain riding. Chris can take you on your dream ride in some of the best ride areas in the world. Sign up to ride a 2015 Polaris RMK with Chris in Whistler this winter; to learn more, visit www.ridewithchrisbrown.com

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Polaris Industries Inc. Hires Kenneth J. Pucel chain, logistics and inventory for Polaris’ 12 global factories. The role also oversees Polaris engineering, R&D, and Lean enterprise functions. He will report directly to Scott Wine.

Polaris Industries Inc. Hires Kenneth J. Pucel as New EVP of Operations, Engineering, and Lean Accelerating Polaris’ Evolution into Highly Profitable, Customer-Centric Lean Enterprise MINNEAPOLIS (October 3, 2014) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced that it has hired Kenneth J. (Ken) Pucel to fill its newly formed Executive Vice President of Operations, Engineering, and Lean position. Ken currently serves as EVP of Global Operations, Quality, and Technology for Boston Scientific Corporation (“BSC”), and is expected to start with Polaris in late-November, 2014. “During a stellar 25 year career with BSC, Ken established a track record of consistently delivering significant results in a complex global business,” said Scott Wine, Polaris Chairman and CEO. “He is known for his decisive leadership and team-first attitude, and has repeatedly displayed those traits while driving innovation and improvement in products and processes. Ken has a wealth of practical experience in designing and implementing Lean operations that produce meaningful, lasting results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction, which will be invaluable as he spearheads our charge toward becoming a customer-centric Lean enterprise.” Ken will be responsible for all aspects of Polaris manufacturing operations, including production, quality, supply 28

“Polaris has become exponentially more complex in recent years, and as we progress toward our $8B sales goal, this complexity escalation is only going to accelerate,” said Bennett Morgan, Polaris President and Chief Operating Officer. “With his extensive experience and broad skill set, Ken will be a powerful force supporting both our continued growth and our progress toward becoming great at operations and Lean.” Ken brings invaluable experience from Boston Scientific Corporation, a $7B+ company with 23,000 employees and a global presence encompassing over 100 countries. In his current role Ken manages BSC’s 16 global manufacturing facilities and numerous distribution centers, leading over 12,000 employees in more than 40 countries, while also owning the R&D and Quality functions.

Indian Motorcycle brands. Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global on-road small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, Aixam Mega S.A.S., and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered Parts, Accessories and Apparel, Klim branded apparel and ORV accessories under the Kolpin and Cycle Country brands. Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index. Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at www.polaris.com.

Ken, his wife Amy, and their three children live in Minnesota. He is a knowledgeable and passionate consumer of Polaris products who currently owns eight Polaris vehicles, including a vintage Sno-Traveler. About Polaris® Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2013 sales of $3.8 billion. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® and RZR® side-byside vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles. Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and

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Polaris Announces Grand Opening of Manufacturing Facility in Poland The brand-new facility will be Polaris’ first dedicated manufacturing facility for Off-Road Vehicles outside North America

MINNEAPOLIS (Sept. 23, 2014) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII) today announced the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Opole, Poland. The 345,000-squarefoot facility will be the first Polaris plant dedicated to manufacturing Off-Road Vehicles (ORV’s) outside of North America. Employee training has already begun at the Opole facility which will employ 300 people in 2015 and should begin shipments to customers in the first quarter of 2015. The plant will produce approximately 35 different ORV vehicle models in 2015 and ship them to six subsidiaries and over thirty distributors in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (“EMEA”) region. Opole will also house research and design for the Europe, Middle East and Africa markets allowing vehicles to be tailored to local needs. “With a stated goal of a third of our total Company sales outside North America, the Opole facility is a cornerstone for our international growth plans, as it provides both a timely capacity increase and a localized manufacturing presence that allows us to provide the best possible experience for our customers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa,” said Scott Wine, Polaris Chairman and CEO. “We are incredibly excited to add the highly-skilled employees in Poland to our outstanding Polaris team and confident in their ability to spur ongoing growth in the EMEA region.”

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“With our engineering and manufacturing assets in Poland, we will be able to develop and manufacture products specifically for this market. We will reduce the order lead time for our customers and will be able to provide better customer service. We also have opportunities to source more of our component parts locally from suppliers within the region. This will be a big benefit to this entire region” said Suresh Krishna, Vice President, Europe, Middle East and Africa. Allowing Polaris to manufacture products locally for the EMEA region, the Opole facility will improve the supply chain and help the company keep up with strong demand for its wide range of products. The facility will also focus on operational efficiency by incorporating LEAN manufacturing processes such as 5S implementation and visual management methodology. “This project is the greatest example that dreams come true. We are very proud that Polaris has decided to choose Opole as a partner on the other side of the ocean,” said Opole President Ryszard Zembaczyński. “It was a big challenge to complete this project for the City, Opole institutions and Opole University of Technology. I do believe Polaris feels here at home.” The Opole facility took just over a year to construct with only 15 months lapsed from the time the building contract was signed to production start. The Building features include a 2,500 meter product test track and energy saving paint systems. The plant has capacity for up to 500 employees to help Polaris meet future market demand.

an area dedicated to encouraging economic growth in the region. About Polaris Polaris is a recognized leader in the powersports industry with annual 2013 sales of $3.8 billion. Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets innovative, high quality off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® and RZR® side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles. Polaris is among the global sales leaders for both snowmobiles and off-road vehicles and has established a presence in the heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle market with the Victory and Indian Motorcycle brands. Additionally, Polaris continues to invest in the global onroad small electric/hybrid powered vehicle industry with Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), Goupil Industrie SA, Aixam Mega S.A.S., and internally developed vehicles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a complete line of Polaris Engineered Parts, Accessories and Apparel, Klim branded apparel and ORV accessories under the Kolpin and Cycle Country brands. Polaris Industries Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PII”, and the Company is included in the S&P Mid-Cap 400 stock price index. Information about the complete line of Polaris products, apparel and vehicle accessories are available from authorized Polaris dealers or anytime at www.polaris.com.

This facility is built on nearly 30 acres, within the Walbrzych Special Economic Zone in Opole, Poland,

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BRP INTRODUCES TWO NEW SKI-DOO BACKCOUNTRY EXPERTS Valcourt, QC, September 19, 2014 - BRP’s Ski-Doo Backcountry Experts will have two new team members this year with the addition of Jay Mentaberry and Jeremy Mercier. Both come on board to share their perspectives and lifestyle with the mountain sledding community through social media and at snowmobile events. Both are accomplished riders with great enthusiasm for the sport, easy to talk with personalities, and snowmobiling is an important part of both their personal and professional lives. The Backcountry Experts are a group of some of the most talented and engaging riders on Ski-Doo snowmobiles in North America that will once again be sharing their ride experiences, thoughts and opinions on everything for the deep powder market. With a wide range of riding styles, riding interests and unique talents, they offer snowmobilers perspectives from diverse backgrounds and different riding areas that appeal to just about everyone. Each member is passionate about helping people enjoy their sport and becoming better deep snow riders. The group includes: Rob Alford, Revelstoke, BC Ashley Chaffin, Valdez, AK Carl Kuster, Sicamous, BC Dave Norona, Vancouver, BC Jay Mentaberry, Alpine, WY Jeremy Mercier, Grand Lake, CO Bret Rasmussen, Preston, ID Adding Jay and Jeremy expands the groups US coverage, enabling BRP to share different riding areas, and also differing riding styles and perspectives. Jay leans towards the more extreme side as he’s been featured in many snowmobile films despite his relatively young age. Jeremy is more active in instruction and guiding services. You can catch up with the Backcountry Experts on Ski-Doo and Ski-Doo Mountain Facebook pages, their personal Facebook pages and the Ski-Doo Mountain Blog site, or visit ski-doo.com for links to all of these. Jay Mentaberry, Alpine, Wyoming, Extreme back country rider, hillclimb racer. Has been in seven films over the past four years. Can be seen in the new 509 film. Currently a low voltage apprentice specializing in fire alarm and security systems. Born in Elko, Nevada, his family relocated to Alpine for the amazing terrain and outdoor possibilities. Major influencers are his father in life and sleds and Tom Roby for snowmobiles and racing Jeremy Mercier, Grand Lake, Colorado, back country rider and instructor, avalanche certified guide, sled assisted ski and snowboard guide, former managing partner of Vagabond Ranch. Currently owns August Building, specializing in high performing homes. Grew up in northern Michigan riding trails with his family since age three. Moved to Colorado 20 years ago and hasn’t looked back since. 38 year old husband and father Major influencers are father, Mike Duffy of Avalanche 1, Bret and Tony from Ride Rasmussen Style and the locals around Grand Lake www.brp.com

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The Sno-Dak News took the opportunity to chat one on one with Bryan McCoy, the Executive Director of the Cavalier Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center in Cavalier, ND. SDN: Where can snowmobilers find more information on Cavalier, ND? BM: You can always visit our website www. cavaliernd.com, the Cavalier Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, or follow us on twitter @ C a v a l i e r C h a m b e r. SDN: What kind of tips do you recommend to snowmobilers visiting Cavalier, ND? BM: Just take a minute to enjoy the unique scenery that surrounds Cavalier! I also encourage visitors to share their experiences with the Chamber of Commerce to make it better for future travelers.

SDN: Not including snowmobiling, what other types of recreation does the community offer? BM: Winter activities include ice fishing on Lake Renwick, snowshoeing or cross county skiing at Icelandic State Park, and downhill skiing at nearby Frost Fire Lodge. During the warmer months, visitors can enjoy camping, hiking, ATV trails, or basically any outdoor adventure. SDN: Thanks for your time Bryan and hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to wishing you an excellent winter season!

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SKI-DOO AND BURTON TEAM UP Ski-Doo becomes the official snowmobile for Burton’s Team of Pro Snowboarders Ski-Doo and Burton to co-develop products Ski-Doo sponsors the Burton Mountain Festival

Valcourt, Québec, September 25, 2014 - BRP’s Ski-Doo brand is partnering with Burton Snowboards, the world’s leading snowboarding company, with Ski-Doo becoming the official snowmobile for Burton Snowboards’ team of pro riders. The two companies also agreed to codevelop products to suit the needs of snowboarders and snowmobilers and Ski-Doo becomes sponsor of the Burton Mountain Festival. The emerging trend of riders using snowmobiles to access the backcountry is on the rise, as people find it a more economical way to enjoy their sport. Feedback from Burton and Ski-Doo pro riders will be used to develop products and activities that are exciting and relevant for snowboarders and snowmobilers. “Partnering with BRP and Ski-Doo is a natural extension for Burton and our team of pro snowboarders,” said Nicholas Sargent, Vice President of Global Business Alliances for Burton. “Our riders use sleds to access fresh powder and new terrain all season long, so they’re really excited to have an official partnership with the Ski-Doo brand. We also look forward to integrating Ski-Doo into the Burton Mountain Festival, which will give them a strong brand presence at the leading snowboard demo experience in North America.” The Burton Mountain Festival, the most extensive, interactive snowboard demo experience takes place in eight sites throughout North America. “BRP is proud to develop a partnership with another innovative company like Burton Snowboards, the most renowned name in snowboarding,” stated Louis Lévesque, vice-president, Global Marketing and Consumer Experience. “We share a similar passion for the ultimate experience and a culture of constant innovation where we lead by pushing boundaries in our respective fields.” About Burton In 1977, Jake Burton Carpenter founded Burton Snowboards out of his Vermont barn and has dedicated his life to snowboarding ever since. Burton has played a pivotal role in growing snowboarding from a backyard hobby to a worldclass sport by creating ground-breaking products, supporting a team of top snowboarders and pushing resorts to allow snowboarding. Today, Burton designs and manufactures industry-leading products for snowboarding and the snowboard lifestyle, including snowboards, boots, bindings, outerwear and layering as well as year-round apparel, packs/bags and accessories. Privately held and owned by Jake and his wife, Burton President Donna Carpenter, Burton’s headquarters are in Burlington, Vermont with offices in Austria, Japan, Australia, California, Canada and China. For more information on Burton, head to www.burton.com and follow its line at facebook.com/burtonsnowboards, twitter.com/burtonsnowboard and @ burtonsnowboards on Instagram. About BRP BRP (TSX: DOO) is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of powersports vehicles and propulsion systems. Its portfolio includes Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am all-terrain and side-by-side vehicles, Can-Am Spyder roadsters, Evinrude and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts, motorcycles and recreational aircraft. BRP supports its line of products with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business. With annual sales of over CA$3 billion from 105 countries, the Company employs approximately 7,100 people worldwide. www.brp.com 32

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BRP REVISES SNOWMOBILING’S MOST POPULAR HELMET –

THE MODULAR 3

Valcourt, QC, October 9, 2014 – BRP has taken the helmet that started a revolution and reworked it with a new shell and improved visor. The Modular was introduced in 1998 as the first helmet designed specifically for snowmobiling with standard dual pane visor and breath evacuation system, along with the much hailed moveable jaw piece. The newest version, the Modular 3, keeps all the great features of previous designs like standard one touch adjustable sunshade operation, push button jaw piece that can be easily operated with gloves on, quick release chin strap and room for eyeglasses inside, while improving in key areas. Most noticeable is a new rear shell that has an edgier design that features more consistent sizing. Plus the Clear Vision Technology visor that has improved quality in clarity and durability - which when combined with the proven BREATH EVAC mask system - deliver on one of the most important aspects of this pure snowmobile helmet, clear cold weather vision. These visors are injection moulded in one piece rather than glued or taped together for a consistently clear view. Looking good won’t be a problem either as the Modular 3 comes six different versions to match your style. The Men’s X-TEAM Gravity Helmet and Ladies’ Diva Helmet feature high quality ink transfer graphics that resist scratching, plus there are four solid colors available too: White, Grey, Black and Hi-Vis Yellow. For those that want the extra security of a heated visor, you can add it as an option to any Modular 3 Helmet, or get it standard on the Modular 3 Electric SE Helmet available in black. For information on all the genuine BRP clothing and accessories to fit your ride visit www.store.ski-doo.com or your local Ski-Doo dealer.

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Ski-Doo becomes the official snowmobile for Burton’s Team of Pro Snowboarders

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Yamaha Snowmobile Race Team to be supported by Elka Suspension

Pleasant Prairie, WI—The Yamaha Snowmobile Race Team is excited to announce a new shock absorber sponsor, Elka Suspension, Inc. The team will be using Elka’s ultra-lightweight Stage 5 coilover shocks on both the cross country and hillclimb circuits. “What we are most impressed with is the Elka team’s level of commitment in helping our racers get on the podium,” said Yamaha Snowmobile Product Manager, Rob Powers. “Our goal in working with the Yamaha Snowmobile Race Team is to push our Stage 5 platform development even further in the snowmobile market. The Stage 5 is a proven winning product in other sports,” said Elka’s President Martin Lamoureux, himself an offroad racing champion. “We know it will be a winner in snowmobiling as well.” Patrick Tellier, Elka’s Marketing director, added, “We will be continuously developing and improving our products with the Yamaha Snowmobile Race Team, then offering those products to the general public so they can have access to the same high-performance suspension as the factory riders.” Both race team crew chiefs, Brian Strawsell and Troy Johnson, recently paid a visit to Elka’s facility outside of Montreal to meet with the engineering team and begin building shocks. You can catch a glimpse of that trip in the first episode of The Yamaha Racing Show on youtube.com/user/YamahaSnowmobilesUSA For more information about Elka Suspension, Inc, visit elkasuspension.com. Keep up with the latest Yamaha Snowmobile Race Team information on facebook.com/YamahaSnowmobilesUSA.

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Snowmobile North Dakota 40th Anniversary Celebrating 40 Years of Snow & Family

Dedication

he 40th Anniversary Special Edition magazine is dedicated to all the present and former members and volunteers of Snowmobile North Dakota. You have made our organization what it is today and your dedication has kept the state trail program running smoothly!

Snowmobile North Dakota Forty Years in the Making 1974-2014

Effective July 1st, 1969, a law in North Dakota stated that no snowmobile shall be operated on any public owned land, trails, lakes, etc. unless it has been registered. Several committed snowmobilers realized that an organized group could probably accomplish much more than any individual. Through dedication, enthusiasm, and the willingness to volunteer, snowmobile enthusiasts have built Snowmobile North Dakota and the state snowmobile trail program. Please enjoy this Sno-Dak News special edition magazine and reflect on Snowmobile North Dakotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 40 years and help us honor all involved.

1st SND Logo

2nd SND Logo Adopted in 1999

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Furtle Turtle

• Established in 2006 • Motto: “Slow to go but sure to grow”

Tommy the Turtle in Bottineau, ND

• Inducted over 300 members

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Denise Norsby always figures out a way to carry her Furtle Turlte souvenirs

• Cycle Hutt, HurtDidIt, Screamin’ Steves and the ND Powersports Dealers Association donated $650 in startup funds to purchase the membership tags • Has donated over $9,000 to help the SND Scholarship program, State Ride, Pink Ribbon Riders ND Snow Run, Minot Flood Relief Efforts, Aviation Education of North Dakota and many local organizations 2006 Cycle Hutt 2006 HurtDidIt 2006 Screamin Steves 2006 NDPDA Total:

$250.00 $150.00 $150.00 $100.00 $650.00

Gasmann Coulee Cruisers bought the Furtle Turtle tie in 2011

Corey Wanner is lucky Dean Forbes graciously lends his hat for the Furtle Turtle Tie auction annually

The 1st Furtle Turtle Initiation at the 2006 SND Convention

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• Program started in 1994 with various donations totaling $12,000 • In honor of Kim McInnes, his family donated $500 to the Grant & Aid program; Kim was active in the Sheyenne Valley Trail Association and served as the SND Vice President from 1999-2001 • The SND Silent Auction table held at the annual convention has generated over $7,000 for the Grant & Aid program; the silent auction table started in 2006 • Through SnowFest the Northeast Trail Association has donated over $2,000 to the program • The grant program will cover up to 70% of the total project cost • Grant funds can be used for warming houses, trail safety & improvement, public awareness of the trail system, enhance the community or a charity project

The Rough Rider Snowmobile Association hosting Show N Shine at the Gateway Mall in 2012 and teaching kids how to ride a snowmobile safely

• SND awards up to three projects a year based on the fund availability • Grants are always due one week in advance of the annual convention • Since 1998, SND has awarded 38 snowmobile clubs with grants totaling over $15,000

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kota received an Snowmobile North Da e Manufacturer’s bil mo ow International Sn rchase a pu to t an Association gr 2008. promotional trailer in

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Also known as ISMA, represents the four major snowmobile manufacturer’s including Arctic Cat, Polaris, Ski-Doo and Yamaha Offers annual grants to state and provincial snowmobile organizations to help with: 1. Promotion of the Take a Friend Snowmobiling/GoSnowmobiling.org Campaign 2. Safe Rider Support Efforts 3. Increasing or maintaining land access 4. Economic Impact Studies 5. Avalanche Awareness Projects 6. Membership Development/Retention/Growth ISMA grants have helped SND produce strategic plans; develop and promote promotional materials such as the promotional folders which eventually turned into bags, snowmobile PSA’s and the Get Registered Campaign; and purchase the SND promotional trailer Year 2002-‐2003 2006-‐2007 2008-‐2009 2009-‐2010 2010-‐2011 2011-‐2012 2012-‐2013 2013-‐2014 Total:

Snowmobile North Dakota Grants Reived ISMA Grant Microso< Grant Tourism Grant $ 2,500.00 $ 2,775.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 1,581.00 $ -‐ $ 1,394.00 $ -‐ $ 1,598.00 $ 1,071.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 952.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 1,020.00 $ 18,275.00 $ 7,616.00

Yamaha Helmets $ 11,047.00

$ 12,148.50 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00

$ 23,195.50

Total $ 54,086.50

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Microsoft Grant

Get Registered Campaign 2013

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Program started during the 2008-2009 season, through the assistance of Rural Cass Snowmobile Club member Char Gust

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The program provides a financial donation on behalf of Microsoft employees for their donated time to non-profit 501 (c) 3 organizations

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The program has generated over $7,500 in donations to help the club that has helped provide the initial donation, to clubs that host the annual Conventions and State Rides, and assist SND with promotional projects that would normally be out of reach

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Yamaha has graciously provided the North Dakota snowmobile program helmets to use for the states snowmobile safety education program

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Over 60 helmets were donated during the 2008-2009 season and 70 helmets during the 2013-2014 season

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Snowmobile North Dakota applied for an ISMA grant during the fall of 2007 requesting helmets for safety education promotion; after seeing the grant Yamaha made the companies first generous donation

Newly certified snowmob ile operators with their brand new helmets donated by Yamaha at the 2013 SND Conven tion

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North Dakota Tourism offers Marketing and Event grants to help with promotion

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The Marketing Grant has funds available for individual businesses, communities and tourism marketing organizations wanting to promote North Dakota tourism-related programs or projects

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The Event Grant has funds available for communities and event promoters wanting to regionally promote their tourism related event

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Applications are due at the end of August each year and applications can be found at www.ndtourism.com

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Snowmobile North Dakota received an Event Grant to host the International Ride

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ND Representatives attend the 1993 International Snowmobile Media Council Ride

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The first State Convention was held in Bismarck in 1979 and the cost of an adult registration was $19.25

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The city of Minot, ND has hosted the most State Conventions totaling 9, Bismarck came in with a close second at 8

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For the first five years Snowmobile North Dakota was in existence an annual meeting was held in the spring before the convention was implemented

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In 1979 it was agreed to go to a fall convention in lieu of the spring annual meeting

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Speakers have included Jerry Bassett with SnowGoer, C.J. Ramstad with Snowmobile Magazine, Mylo Hatzenbuhler, Edgar Hetteen the founder of Arctic Cat and Polaris, Too Tall Tom the weatherman, Brad Pozarnsky an Iditarod Sleddogger, Clark Collins with the BlueRibbon Coalition, Mike Island a professional snocross racer for Ski-Doo and 2003 X Games Champion and many representatives from the four manufacturers

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State Ride

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The first State Ride was held in 1985 and the route traveled from Minot to Bottineau

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The city of Devils Lake, ND has hosted the most State Rides totaling 6

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The Northeast Trail Association has hosted 11 state rides located throughout the trail system including Cavalier, Edinburg, Langdon and Walhalla

2011 State Ride was held on the North Central Trail System in Rugby, ND

2013 State Ride in Fordville, ND

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Recreational Trails Program

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The Recreational Trails Program is an 80/20 matching grant program that provides funding for both motorized and nonmotorized recreational trail projects

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Example projects include construction of new recreational trails, restoration of existing trails, development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail linkages, purchase and lease of recreational trail construction and maintenance equipment, and land acquisitions; construction of new recreation trails is given the highest priority

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Cities/counties/townships, park boards, park districts, state and federal agencies and registered non-profit organizations are eligible to apply

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Snowmobile North Dakota received its first grant in 1996 totaling $61,351 to help the Peace Garden Trail system with equipment and purchase trail signing

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Snowmobile North Dakota has received over $2.9 million in grants to build and maintain the fleet of equipment used to manage the state snowmobile trail program and help secure trail signage materials; the state snowmobile program’s match was $586,000

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Since the state snowmobile program provides the match, all equipment is owned by the North Dakota Parks and Recreation (Department); the Department provides the equipment to Snowmobile North Dakota through the contract free of charge

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International Ride held in the Peace Garden Trail system in 1996

The new You Are Here sign created in 2014. Recreational Trail Program funding helped secure the signs for all of the trail systems

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Scholarship

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The Rhoda Greenup Scholarship Fund was established in 1993

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The funding came from the $5,054 that Rhoda Greenup turned over to Snowmobile North Dakota when she resigned as the Sno-Dak News Editor

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The annual scholarships are based on the interest earned on the investments made to the program

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In order to qualify for the scholarship the recipient must have passed the youth snowmobile safety course and his or her family must be a member of Snowmobile North Dakota

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Since the initial donation, the principal has grown to over $20,000 through trail associations, club and memorial contributions

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Recipient Amount Bob Miller $400.00 Chantel Graveseth $400.00 Kelly Seibel $400.00 Cody Kummer $400.00 Keri Vammer $500.00 Jerome Wentz $500.00 Vicki Tongen $500.00 Robert Eggert $400.00 Emily Morgan $400.00 John Bata $400.00 Kelly Schiele $400.00 KrisPe Schill $400.00 Naomi Vanderpas $400.00 Jared Schultz $400.00 Kayla Johnson $400.00 Anna Bergsgaard $500.00 Chelsey Link $375.00 Heather Schuster $375.00 Kyle Faught $375.00 Rachelle KuWer $375.00 Elizabeth Hams $500.00 Amy Rourke $450.00 Cory Rodin $450.00 Bobby Frauenberg $250.00 Jared Girodat $250.00 Ryan Swenson $250.00 Megan Ternquist $300.00 Trevor Thiele $300.00 Kayla Rodin $300.00 Chris Klie $400.00 Amanda Cole $400.00 Taylor Boeder $300.00 Sydney KraZ $300.00 James Anderson $300.00 Anderw Ternquist $450.00 David McAtee $450.00 JaKayla Smith $1,100.00 Total: $15,050.00

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The Famous Horn

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The horn made its first appearance at the 2005 Convention in Minot, ND; it’s original owner Marty Malachowski

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Missy Sjolin stole the horn from Marty at the 2006 Convention in Bismarck and placed it on the silent auction table where Randy Zacher bid $100 for the horn; Marty agreed to sell it as long as the horn came back to the convention and was placed back on the silent auction table in 2007

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Marty and Randy earmarked all proceeds generated from The Famous Horn be donated to the Scholarship fund

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The Famous Horn has raised over $1,065 for the Scholarship Fund

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The Ridge Runners currently have the highest bid at $300 in 2012

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Year 2006 Year 2007 2006 2008 2007 2009 2008 2010 2009 2011 2010 2012 2011 2013 2012 2014 2013 2014

Winner Price Randy Zacher $100.00 Winner Price Curt Olson $65.00 Randy Zacher $100.00 Randy Zacher $150.00 Curt Olson $65.00 Beaver Valley Sno-‐Goers $85.42 Randy Zacher $150.00 Curt Olson $110.00 Beaver Valley Sno-‐Goers $85.42 Dakota Trailblazers $140.00 Curt Olson $110.00 Ridge Runners $300.00 Dakota Trailblazers $140.00 Perry Brintnell $115.00 Ridge Runners $300.00 Perry Brintnell $115.00 Total: $1,065.42 Total: $1,065.42

Marty Malachowski and Randy Zacher with the Famous Horn

Famous Horn Stolen from Marty Malachowski by Missy Sjolin at the SND Convention in 2006 and placed on the silent auction table, Randy Zacher purchased for $100

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Legislation

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In 1975 the Supreme Court ruled that snowmobiles are motor vehicles

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In 1976, 20,000 snowmobiles were registered with nothing coming back to the sport of snowmobiling; legislation was passed in 1977 giving $2 of every $6 registration to help secure trail signs, leases and grooming and the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department would manage the funds

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In 1981, the registration increased from $6 to $8

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In 1983, a bill passed allowing youth with safety certifications to ride with any person 16 or over with a valid drivers license

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In 1987, state law required anyone under the age of 18 to wear a helmet and the money collected from the youth snowmobile safety classes would be distributed to the state snowmobile fund

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After many years, the gas tax bill passed in 1989 allowing the gas tax multiplied by the number of registered sleds times 30 gallons would be distributed to the state snowmobile fund annually; this is why it’s so crucial to register snowmobilers during the first six months of the renewal period to ensure this money is collected

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A legislative ride was held on January 4, 1991 at Lake Metigoshe on the Peace Garden trail; the event was well attended and legislators were impressed with the quality of the trails

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In 1997, liability insurance became a requirement for snowmobiles on the state snowmobile trails

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In 2001, snowmobiles operating within a right-of-way may cross an interstate highway on an overpass or underpass, except where otherwise prohibited by law or signing

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In 2003, the snowmobile registration fee was increased from $20 to $40 every two years; the $15 annual non-resident snowmobile permit also passed

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In 2005, the youth snowmobile certification law was changed; the new law requires anyone 12 years of age or older without a valid driver’s license to take the snowmobile safety course

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In 2009, snowmobile trails located in right-of-ways (ditches) were deemed two-way trails; before this snowmobilers in several trail systems were being ticketed for operating their machine against traffic on the highway

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In 2009, a $5 safety fee was inducted into the state Century Code; this required North Dakota dealers to collect $5 on every sale of a used or new snowmobile and funds enhanced the states snowmobile safety education program

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The snowmobile definition changed in 2013 requiring the machine to weigh no more than 1,200 pounds and a maximum width of 48 inches

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Of The Year Awards

ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR 2013: Outback Autobody, Inc. – Minot 2012: Rugby Eagles – Rugby DEALER OF THE YEAR 2011: Panzer’s Power Sports – Devil’s Lake 2010: Gun & Reel Sports, Inc – Jamestown 2009: Joe’s Sport Center – Devils Lake 2008: Dakota Cat, Inc. – Valley City 2007: U-Motors – Fargo 2006: Moritz Sport & Marine – Mandan 2005: Joe’s Sport Center – Devil’s Lake 2004: Action Motorsports – Mandan 2003: Hwy 13 One-Stop Shop – LaMoure GROOMER OPERATOR OF THE YEAR 2014: Dale Deibert - Surrey 2013: Larry Spidahl – Devils Lake 2012: Randy Knain – Rugby 2011: Shawn Cole – Valley City 2010: Wayne Aune – Fairdale 2009: Terry Anderson – Ft. Ransom 2008: John Lange – Webster 2007: Perry Brintinell – Fordville 2006: Paul Gutknecht – Absaraka 2005: Beau Hilgers – Bottineau 2004: Dale Deibert – Surrey 2003: Jay Peterson – Devils Lake

FAMILY OF THE YEAR 2014: Randy & Deb Knain Family 2013: Cory & Gail Heilman Family – Rugby 2012: Mike & Laura Swanson Family – Rugby 2011: Rick & Joanie Bruggeman Family – Rugby 2010: Neil & Sheri Hoffmann Family – Larimore 2009: Todd & Deb Reynold Family – Horace 2008: Todd & Norma Rasmusson Family – Lisbon 2007: Troy & Sheila Klevgard Family – Casselton 2006: Jeff & Joanne Seifert Family – Casselton 2005: Brad & Missy Sjolin Family – Lisbon 2004: Bruce & Monica McCartney Family – Casselton SNOWMOBILER OF THE YEAR 2014: Allen Hoesel - Mandan 2013: Rick Bruggeman – Rugby 2012: Brad Grove – Rugby 2011: Jesse Fritz – Rugby 2010: Steve Renslow – Grand Forks 2009: Char Gust – Casselton 2008: Dennis Hulm – Strasburg 2007: Kevin Kubat – Jamestown 2006: Mark Shipley – Devils Lake 2005: Gary Buck – Valley City 2004: Keith Blixt – Casselton 2003: Dale Deibert – Surrey

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YOUNG SNOWMOBILER OF THE YEAR 2012: Bailey Nelson – Rugby 2011: Samantha Forbes – Minot 2010: Thomas Swanson – Rugby

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Hallof Fame

Gene Hammer was inducted into the Snowmobile North Dakota Hall of Fame in 2012

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Broad of Directors Special thanks to your years of service committed to snowmobiling in North Dakota

Al Huckell Al Mikkelson Alan Weismantel Allen Grenz Allen Seibert Andy Swanson Ardean Haugrud Ben Hanna Ben Lockwood Bev Bachmeier Bill Light Bill Marcellais Blaine Kotasek Bob Haney Bob Kongelf Bob Sickler Bob Smith Bob Sykora Bob Wilhelmi Brad Rodin Brad Sjolin Brian Sauer Brooks Kummer Bryan Bartnick Butch Aberle Byron Norsby Char Gust Cheryl Haney Chris Pederson Corey Wanner Dale Deibert Dale Kiser Dan Sweeney Dan Tveito Dan Vammer Darrel Salter Dave Dick Dave Link David Demaree David Hoffmann Dean Alber

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Dean Correll 2 Dean Forbes 2 Dean Horgan 1 Dean Schiller 1 Dean Tracy 2 Denise Norsby 1 Dennis Gravseth 3 Don Fanta 2 Don Green 2 Don Johnson 1 Don Olafson 4 Don Staiger 3 Don Underwood 3 Don Wegner 1 Don Wible 5 Doug Buckman 1 Doug Darby 4 Doug Unruh 4 Ed Kauk 2 Eldon Scott 2 Emeric Baesl 1 Emmanual Stroh 2 Floyd Koehmstedt 2 Frank Koppinger 2 Fred Gjesdal 2 Gary Breske 6 Gary Buck 4 Gary Markwart 6 Gene Hammer 4 Gene Koester 6 Gerald Lee 1 Glenn Herz 1 Gordon Domier 1 Greg Glasoe 5 Greg Strommen 4 Harland Haugen 1 Irvin Flemmer 2 Jean Seibel 2 Jeff Miller 2 Jeff Schuster 3 Jerry Bergerson 4

Jerry Huebner Jerry Lawson Jerry Reberg Jesse Fritz Jim Eslinger Jim Meissner Jim Metelmann Joe Bauman John Burke John Bushaw John Ehresman Kathy Rude Keith Jiskra Ken Aune Ken Hallerud Kevin Berger Kevin Isakson Kevin Kubat Kristie Thone Larry Grandelen Larry Nordbo Larry Weishoff Lee Zastera Lloyd Sauer Loren Skaare Lyle Gustafson Mark Gartner Mark Shipley Marty Malachowski Marvin Knell Melvin Wendel Mike Harris Mike Melhoff Mike Storley Milford Gandrud Neal Sundet Noel Friday Orville Dokken Orville Ellison Pat McLaughlin Pat Miller

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Paul Christenson 6 Paul Hornbacher 3 Paul Silbernagel 2 Perry Brintnell 13 Pete Lee 1 Ralph Liebelt 9 Raymond Brooks Kummer 1 Rhoda Greenup 5 Richard Kurtz 2 RJ Heiser 1 Robert Heiser 4 Robert Johnson 5 Rod Seibel 7 Roger Livdahl 2 Ron Greenup 10 Russel Brock 2 Scott Anderson 1 Scott Mund 3 Shawn Cole 1 Sherman Pladsen 8 Steve Mutschelknaus 1 Thelma Blohm 2 Tim Aronson 5 Tim Harrison 3 Tim Hoverson 5 Todd Ehresman 5 Todd Rasmusson 6 Tom Clemens 1 Tom Seefeld 1 Tonia Dosch 6 Troy Klevgard 8 Vern Olson 4 Vern Vetter 3 Victor Evjen 1 Walt Steen 3 Wayne Cole 2 Wayne Coulthart 3 Wayne Eggert 6 Wayne Hartman 2 Woody Seeman 3

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