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THE NEW HAMPSHIRE SNOWMOBILE ASSOCIATION NEWSTHE NEW HAMPSHIRE SNOWMOBILE ASSOCIATION NEWS

VOL. 47, No. 1 – Early Fall 2014www.nhsa.com

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NHSA County DirectorsBELKNAP DIRECTOR Warren PiquettePO Box 39Lochmere, NH [email protected]

BELKNAP ASSISTANT~Vacant~

CARROLL DIRECTORGeorge Kaye139 Pine Hill RoadCenter Ossipee, NH 03814 [email protected]

CARROLL ASSISTANTMark Galloway413 Green Mountain RoadEffingham, NH [email protected]

CHESHIRE DIRECTOR~Vacant~

CHESHIRE ASSISTANT~Vacant~

COOS DIRECTORCheryl Spillane521 Mt. Misery RoadLittleton, NH [email protected]

COOS ASSISTANTJ. Scott Graham2374 N. Littleton RoadLittleton, NH [email protected]

GRAFTON DIRECTOREvelyn Ferrell1059 Route 118Dorchester, NH [email protected]

GRAFTON ASSISTANTJena Hayes993 Partridge Lake Road Littleton, NH 03561 [email protected]

HILLSBORO DIRECTORBill Bolton42 Norris RoadWeare NH [email protected] HILLSBORO ASSISTANTWendy Parker68 Blair AvenueHillsboro, NH [email protected]

MERRIMACK DIRECTORBeth Horvath-PalmerPO Box 249N. Sutton, NH 03260 [email protected] MERRIMACK ASSISTANT~Vacant~


Steve Pulver (1989-1990)439 Candia Road, Chester, NH 03036

John Violette (1987-1989)12 Woodland Circle, Bow, NH 03304

Charles Case (1983-1985)45 Chase Rd., Londonderry, NH 03053

Conrad (Russ) Hardy (1981-1983, 1985-1987)(deceased)

Carol Pelletier (1979-1980)21 Mack Hill Road, Amherst, NH 03031

Barton Witham (1977-1979, 1980-1981)(deceased)

David Mayhew (1975-1977)(deceased)

Catherine Dickson (1973-1975)(deceased)

Everett Coutermarsh (1972-1973)(deceased)

C. Willard Pike (1971-1972)(deceased)

Ellis Ring (1969-1971)P.O. Box 214, Northwood, NH 03261

Past Presidents of NHSARuss Davis, Jr. (2011-2013)75 Meadowbrook Lane, Gilford, NH 03249

Terry Callum, Jr .(2008-2011)1253 Second NH Turnpike, Newport, NH

Craig A. Mayo (2006-2008)155 Avery Road, Sunapee, NH 03782

Lucy Ford (2004-2006)80 Patten Road, Alexandria, NH 03222

Dana Cabana (2001-2004)1570 Route 106 North, Loudon, NH 03301

Ron Booth (2000-2001)(deceased)

Dennis Ford (1998-2000)80 Patten Road, Alexandria, NH 03222

Paul Vahey (1996-1998)(deceased)

Charles Kurtz (1994-1996)P.O. Box 221, 230 Bean Rd., Errol, NH 03579

Harold Case (1992-1994)41 Chase Rd., Londonderry, NH 03053

Gerry West (1990-1992)P.O. Box 221, Epping, NH 03042

Important Agency ContactsBUREAU OF TRAILSChris Gamache, Chief172 Pembroke RoadConcord, NH [email protected]

FISH & GAMECaptain John Wimsatt11 Hazen DriveConcord, NH [email protected]

EASTER SEALSMike CormierEaster Seals555 Auburn StreetManchester, NH [email protected]

NHSA Office614 Laconia Road, Unit 4, Tilton, NH 03276

Phone: 273-0220 • Fax: [email protected]

OFFICIAL PUBLICATIONNEW HAMPSHIRE SNOWMOBILE ASSOCIATION, INC.

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The SNO-TRAVELER is published six times per year from September thru April by The New Hampshire Snowmobile Association, 614 Laconia Road, Unit 4, Tilton, NH 03276.

Subscription fee is included as part of NHSA membership dues. Annual subscription fee is $15.00 per year for non-members. Periodicals Postage paid at Tilton, NH and additional mailing offices.

POSTMASTER: Please send all address changes to the Sno-Traveler, c/o the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association, 614 Laconia Road, Unit #4, Tilton, NH 03276

Telephone: 603.273.0220 • Fax: 603.273.0218E–mail: [email protected] • Website: www.nhsa.com

MANAGING EDITOR: Gail Hanson

We reserve the right to refuse ads or articles which, in the opinion of NHSA, are in poor taste or do not support the purpose aims of the association.

Typesetting, layout done by Millennium Integrated Marketing, Manchester, NH 03101 603.792.2200Printed by The Concord Monitor, Concord, NH 03302

The NHSA assumes no responsibility for typographical errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. This publication’s liability for an error shall not exceed the cost of the space occupied by the errors.

Articles from the Sno-Traveler may be copied and reprinted if credit is given.Letters and other commentary from readers are welcome.

NHSA Officers 2014 – 2015

Any mail to Directors and Assistants should be sent directly to THEIR full addresses (as printed above), NOT to the NHSA office, except when stated otherwise.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORGail [email protected]

OFFICE ASSISTANTPhyllis [email protected]

PRESIDENTRoger Wright630 Red Water Brook RoadClaremont, NH [email protected]

VICE PRESIDENTBob DohertyBob Doherty757 Old New Ipswich RoadRindge, NH 03461899-9878 [email protected]

TREASURERMarie Hixson1332 Winona RoadNew Hampton, NH [email protected]

SECRETARYGene Propper19 Springfield StreetConcord, NH 03301603-391-6911ere1farm.aol.com

PAST PRESIDENTRuss Davis, Jr.75 Meadowbrook LaneGilford, NH [email protected]

(Lto R) Roger Wright, Marie Hixson, Bob Doherty. Missing in photo is Gene Propper, Secretary and Russ Davis, Past President.

ROCKINGHAM DIRECTORDave Copeland43 Blaisdell DriveNorthwood, NH [email protected]

ROCKINGHAM ASSISTANTRobert Kennedy4 North RoadFremont, NH 03044Cell: 234-0043 [email protected]

STRAFFORD DIRECTORJoe Gorman, Sr.28 Finethy RoadAlton, NH [email protected]: 235-8983

STRAFFORD ASSISTANTRussell Neal50 Evergreen Valley RoadMilton, NH [email protected]

SULLIVAN DIRECTOR~Vacant~

SULLIVAN ASSISTANT~Vacant~

CONTRIBUTOR / DEALER DIRECTORMiles Cook23 Farmington RoadRochester, NH [email protected]

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DepartmentsNHSA Sno-Scoop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Trail Tales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Treasurer's Monthly Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

A Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Camp Sno-Mo Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Ed Klim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Fish and Game Sno-Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Club News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Making the Tracks We Follow Today. . . . . . . . . . 34

Kids Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

NHSA Affiliated Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Dealer/Contributor Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Classified Ads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Advertiser’s Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

This Issue…

Features

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2014 RACE

INTO WINTER

When? Where? How?

Details on Page 23, 24, 25

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2014-2015 Winter Grant-In Aid Application The submission deadline for the winter grooming grants is Friday, October 10th at 4:00pm

Annual Meeting Wrap-Up Election results, awards and more!

Congratulations to Marie Hixson New Hampshire Newest Iron Dog

NHSA Executive Director, Gail Hanson Inducted into International Snowmobile Hall of Fame

Conservation Officers of the Year New Hampshire Fish and Game Department honors officer’s outstanding performance

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by Gail Hanson, Executive Director

Club News Due ApproximateIssue Date at NHSA Office Mailing Date

Fall 2014 October 8th November 5th

Early Winter November 12th December 10th

Winter 2015 December 17th January 14th

Late Winter January 21st February 18th

Spring 2015 February 25th March 25th

2014-2015Sno-Traveler Club News

Deadlines & Mailing Dates

October 8th Club News Articles are due for the Fall 2014 issue of the SnoTravelerCall Gail, 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

October 10th thru 12th New Hampshire Snowmobile Association "RACE Into WINTER" Grass Drags & Water CrossingPeterson's Brookvale Farm, Fremont, NHwww.nhgrassdrags.com

October 21st NHSA Board of Directors Meeting ~ 7:00pmNHSA Office, 614 Laconia Road, Tilton273-0220 or email: [email protected]

November 8thAnnual Trailmaster Meeting Attitash Grand Summit Hotel & Conference Center Bartlett, NH273-0220 or email: [email protected]

November 12thClub News Articles are due for the Early Winter issue of the SnoTravelerCall Gail, 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

November 18thNHSA Board of Directors Meeting ~ 7:00pmNHSA Office, 614 Laconia Road, Tilton273-0220 or email: [email protected]

December 16thNHSA Board of Directors Meeting ~ 7:00pmNHSA Office, 614 Laconia Road, Tilton273-0220 or email: [email protected] December 17thClub News Articles are due for the 2015 Winter issue of the SnoTravelerCall Gail, 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

Save The Dates

Annual Trailmasters Meeting

Saturday ~ November 8th 2014

Attitash Grand Summit Hotel & Conference CenterBartlett, NH

Registration 8:00 a.m.

New Hampshire Snowmobile Association

614 Laconia Road, Unit 4Tilton, NH 03276

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Treasurer’s Monthly Report

Dated: August 2014

Total Income: $27,807.49

Total Expenses: $21,131.85

Net Income/Loss $6,675.64

Respectfully Submitted,Marie HixsonTreasurer

The above figures are based on an accrual bookkeeping system. These figures show an overview only.

Looking for the Latest Safety Class

Schedule?For up-to-date class availability and

schedule please check www.nhsa.com

Trail Talesby Chris Gamache, NH Bureau of Trails

This summer has been a busy one for the Bureau

of Trails and many of the local snowmobile clubs. A fair amount of rain fell throughout the state this summer but for the most part trails held up well and we have not been informed of any major since spring.

Despite the good snows most of last winter (except for January) registrations were not as high as we would have liked to see them and the direct impact from that is less funds available for Grant In Aid projects this summer. On average it takes about $1.5 million to cover the GIA portion of the winter grooming operations in NH. Really snowy years may see that figure go up to about $1.8 million. When a snowmobile isn’t registered is actually hits us with 3 financial losses for the year: 1) less direct GIA revenue comes in for the State grant program to clubs; 2) for each registered snowmobile there is a figure used for how much fuel the average sled uses in a year for off-highway travel and that is returned to GIA from gas tax. Those funds don’t come in if a sled is not registered and finally 3) RTP. Each year we have to report to the Federal Highway Administrations the number of registered OHRVs and Snowmobiles and that figure is used to determine the State’s apportionment for the Recreational Trails Program. If we don’t register we then lose those funds which come back to your local club.

We certainly understand times are tough and riders don’t want

to put a sticker on their sled until they are ready to ride, but without that sticker there may not be trails to get onto when you are ready.

Signing Changes Updates Continued….

Last winter’s Trail Condition Reports highlighted the major signs used on NH’s Snowmobile Trail System all winter long. This coming year clubs will be part of a big push to update and improve the trail signage statewide. This will take a number of years to get finalized, just like it did with the Groomer Operator Safety Awareness Program, but when completed the last major improvement needed to the trails will be done. There will always be trail work and grooming (and signing) but once the basics are agreed to and re-introduced to the volunteers the trail signing should dramatically improve. Fortunately we received very few complaints about NH trails throughout the winter, unfortunately what complaints came in or were posted were predominantly about signage. The International Association of Snowmobile Administrators (IASA) voted on the final snowmobile trail signing guidelines at our annual meeting in June. The format that the majority of the States, Canadian Provinces and Russia and Sweden will follow for snowmobile signage is now official and will be used to rewrite NH’s snowmobile trail signing guidelines.

A couple of projects of note for this coming winter are: completion of the Corridor 19 reroute from

Albany to Conway. The trail was opened up last winter for use but still needed some work and Trails staff finished it up this past week. Corridor 26 in Brookfield has been completed from Clark Road to Wakefield. This is a section of rail corridor which still has rail in place and it took more than average snow to make it ready for sleds each winter. A parallel trail was built along the trails with help from the Seven Lakes Snowmobile Club, Cotton Valley Rail Trail Club and the Brookfield/Wakefield unit of the Trails to Rails Action Committee. Great cooperative effort by 3 very different user groups and Trails staff and the end result is a better trail for everyone involved. Pisgah Mountain Trail Riders worked with Trails Staff in Cheshire County to redeck an 800’ railroad trestle in July so it is ready for the winter season also. Corridor 12 in southern Coos County was mowed this summer and the result should be much better sight lines and snow along this busy section of rail corridor.

Great job by all the clubs this summer and a big Thank You to the Trails Bureau guys in the field for everything they work through to get projects finished up for the winter season. See you at the Grass Drags. ❄

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A Message From the President

ROGER WRIGHT NHSA President

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I have found it very hard hard not to think about the upcoming

season. I am not sure if someone is just teasing me but I’ve been emailed various weather bulletins, for three weeks in a row, about great winter predictions for the upcoming season. Although I rarely follow weather predictions, all forecasts are consistent. Lots of snow and cold! I’m choosing to believe they can’t all be wrong. A bitterly cold and snow filled season- works for me!

In early June, I attended the International Snowmobile Congress in Keystone CO. This annual event provides a great opportunity to speak with leaders of snowmobile organizations from several states and countries. We share ideas that have worked and ones that haven’t. Each year we come away from this event with new ideas and information to pass on to our clubs. This was my first trip to Colorado, which was a pleasure once I became used to the thin air. It also provided me the opportunity to play in the snow in June. Wow! Highlights of this year’s congress also include our very own Marie Hixson being inducted into the Iron Dog Brigade. Gail Hanson was also inducted into the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame. Congratulations to both Marie and Gail on receiving these prestigious awards.

Even through the summer months, there is a busy schedule at NHSA and especially now with fall just around the corner. Final preparations for the Race into Winter (Grass Drags & Watercross) event are in full swing. If you’ve

never been, I recommend you go at least once. It’s quite a 3 day snowmobile extravaganza. Fun for the entire family! Thanks to our Marketing Committee who worked hard over the last 4 months to develop a new Event Sponsorship program. The new program for 2015 event kicks off in October. Tri-State Reciprocity weekend meetings went well with support from Vermont and Maine again this year. This weekend continues to be a huge success. If you haven’t already booked your rooms for the Easter Seals Ride-in to benefit Camp Sno-mo, don’t miss out and reserve today. The Ride-in Committee continues to come up with many new ideas to raise money for the kids this year. Be sure to watch the website for details. The Map and Trails Committee is wrapping up details for the Trailmaster’s Meeting in November. It is most certainly busy. Many of our Committees are in preparation to start the season.

Can you spare a few hours to volunteer for your local snowmobile club? September is often when clubs and associations begin holding fundraisers and trail projects. Volunteers are a popular subject or more to the point, the lack of volunteers. Many clubs only see handful of members to perform most of the work. It takes a tremendous volunteer effort for each club to provide great trails and membership value. Fewer volunteers means longer hours for each to complete the project. There are many contributing reasons to a decline in volunteers today including increasing demands of employers are making it difficult to separate work from family time. Members that live a long distance away from where they snowmobile are just a few reasons. NH Clubs will continue to network reviewing solutions for a smaller volunteer pool but I ask for your help too. Clubs have many various events that encompass a wide variety of experience from trail work, marketing, cooking, data entry, etc. There is something for everyone. Your choice to pick

a day to volunteer a few hours of time will go a long way in assisting your club in reaching their goals. Great trails!

I hope to see you on the trails. ❄

Along with having another great summer I am delighted

and excited to announce to you all that on Monday, August 11th 2014, Camp Sno-Mo received the attention of the WMUR Channel 9. T.V. show Chronicle.

Following months of behind the scenes negotiating consisting of phone calls and emails finally they agreed to come out to camp Sno-Mo. It needs to be noted that without the conviction and perseverance of our very own Marie Hixson this may have never gotten off the ground.

On behalf of Easter Seals NH and Camp Sno-Mo I would like say many thanks of appreciation to Marie for all her efforts and finally getting to see the fruits of her labor and for the industriousness in going above and beyond in making this exciting and wonderful opportunity happen. Camp is truly fortunate in having such a dedicated and supportive person like Marie Hixson involved with camp Sno-Mo.

I honestly believe there is no better example of New Hampshire representation than that we have on display and involved with at camp. We have four major agencies working together all with one goal in mind – Camp Sno-Mo!

The partner/friendships are as follows: NHSA, NHFG and Bureau of Trails, Easter Seals NH, and the Daniel Webster Council. All of these have such deep roots in NH and cover all points of the compass much like camp Sno-Mo and the clients we continue to serve each year.

To give you an idea of the number of clients and campers we have served in my short time here we are at over 1,000 children with special needs and their families, again with the vast majority of that number hailing from NH.

Thank you all again very much for yet another safe and happy summer at Easter Seals Camp Sno-Mo.

Sincerely, Robert Kelly ❄

Camp Sno-Mo Updateby Robert Kelly, Regional Director of Camping

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þ Wear Protective Clothing. The most important piece of protective clothing you can wear is an approved helmet. Make sure the helmet has been approved by either Snell or DOT. If you have any questions about the condition of a used helmet, contact a competent dealer and ask their opinion.

þ Know your abilities to ride and do not exceed those levels.

þ Identify the capabilities of the machine you are riding and do not exceed those levels.

þ Always ride at a speed that is reasonable and prudent for the existing conditions. If you cannot control your machine, you are riding too fast, no matter what the posted speed limit is.

þ Know the area you are riding in. Be aware of potential hazards such as washouts and other changing trail characteristics. Get a map of the trails and talk to local riders.

þ Always keep an open mind to learning. You're never too old to learn. Take a class, join a club and ride with a friend.

þ Use common sense when riding. Be prepared; carry a first aid and survival kit. Take along some spare plugs and tools that may not be in the machine’s tool kit.

þ Let someone know where you will be riding and when you plan on returning. If you run into problems, these extra precautions can be time and lifesavers.

OHRV Safe Riding TipsRIDING a recreational vehicle has inherent risks. The best way to avoid getting hurt or encountering problems while riding an OHRV is to manage these risks:

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The Farmers’ Almanac Predicts ‘A Colder Winter.’by Ed Klim, International Snowmobile Manufactures Association

ED KLIM INTERNATIONAL SNOWMOBILE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

HASLETT, MI, AUG. 26, 2014 – The Farmers’ Almanac is predicting a colder winter for much of the nation this year. The publication has been predicting the weather since 1818 and touts an 80% success rate.

The 223 year old chronicle of climate - The Old Farmers’ Almanac (a different publication from the Farmers’ Almanac) predicts a super cold winter in the Eastern two thirds of the country.

In the words of the author of the Farmers’ Almanac, “We should look at this upcoming winter as

not just colder - but think of it as a ‘Refriger-NATION’.”

This is a substantively different forecast than the global warming crowd is putting out!!!!!

The Farmers’ Almanac historically publishes this time of year, enabling farmers and others to order enough heating oil, wood for the wood burning stove and salt for the roads. It’s best to prepare for the real winter that’s coming!

Normal precipitation is expected over most of the US and Canada, and the Farmers’ Almanac has noted that the first 10 days of January will be a time for active wintery weather featuring heavy amounts of snow.

This looks like a great time to be inventorying your sweaters, your snowmobile clothing, your boots, your socks, and think about purchasing a new snowmobile! This winter should be a fun one for outdoor winter enthusiasts. Here are the Farmers’ Almanac’s maps presenting the 2014-2015 winter outlook for the US and Canada. ❄

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Bureau of Trail Awards

NH Snowmobile Association Awards

2014 NHSA Annual Meeting Wrap-Up

Andover Snowmobile ClubBelknap Snowmobilers

Derry PathfindersHardy Country

Hooper Hill HoppersHudson Sno-Men

Monadnock Sno Moles

Mt. Cardigan Snowmobile ClubNH Bureau of TrailsNH Fish and Game

NH Snowmobile MuseumNor’easters Snowmobile Club

Ossippe Valley Snowmobile Club

Seven Lakes Snowmobile ClubSutton Ridgerunners

Umbagog Snowmobile Association

Uncanoonuc MountaineersWhite Mountain

Snowmobile ClubWolfeboro Snowmobile Club

Presidential Service Award Evelyn Ferrell

2013 Scholarship Recipients 1st place – Alix Hurley (Mt. Cardigan Snowmobile Club)

2nd place – Logan Whalley (Bow Pioneers)

3rd place – Jordan Shurtleff (Strafford Swamp Stompers)

“Fib” McBurney Beth Horvath-Palmer

Snowmobiler of the Year Ray Philibotte

(Southern New Hampshire Snow Slickers)

Business of the Year Dalton Mountain Motorsports

Groomer of the Year Dave Charrette (Scrub Oak Scramblers)

Club of the Year Weare Winter Wanderers

Jr. Snowmobiler of the Year Jacob Labbe

(Southern New Hampshire Snow Slickers) Snowmobiling

Family of the Year Lloyd and Di Drew

(Swift Diamond Riders)

Lifetime Achievement Award Ann & Bill Sargent

(Hardy Country)

NHSA Election of Officers for 2014-2015: ROGER WRIGHT – PRESIDENTBOB DOHERTY – VICE PRESIDENTMARIE HIXSON – TREASURERVACANT – SECRETARY

45 Year Awards to:Bruhawachet Sno-Trackers

Colebrook Ski-BeesContoocook Sno-MadsGroveton TrailblazersHooper Hill Hoppers

Lancaster SnowdriftersLivingston's Auto Repair

Merrimack Sno-BudsMohawk Trail Riders

Monadnock Sno MolesMoultonboro

Snowmobile ClubMt. Major Snowmobile Club

Pemigewasset Valley SMCPisgah Mt. Trailriders

Pittsburg Ridge RunnersS-Ki-Mo's Snowmobile Club

Snowdrifters Snowmobile Club

Southern NH TrailblazersSouthern NH Snow Slickers

Twin State Trail Busters

40 Year Awards to:Exeter Snow Hounds

Kearsarge Trail Snails Northwood Crank Pullers

Sno-Streakers, Inc.Strafford Swamp Stompers

Washington Sno-Rider

35 Year Awards to:Mascoma Valley

Snowmobile ClubSeven Lakes

Snowmobile ClubWaumbek Methna Snowmobile Club

30 Year Awards to:

Ossipee Valley Snowmobile Club

Umbagog Snowmobile Association

White Mountain Snowmobile Club

20 Year Awards to:Colebrook Country Club

Evergreen Valley Snowmobile Club

Henniker Trail TravelersNew Hampshire Trail Dawgs

Townline Trail DustersWinchester Trail Riders

15 Year Awards to:

Billerica Motorsports

10 Year Awards to:Evergreen Motel

Sandwich Sidehillers

5 Year Awards to:DaSilva Gelormini

MotorsportsFranconia Notch Vacation

Rental & RealtyMountain Grooming

EquipmentPinnacleview Equipment,

SPA Restaurant & Outback Pub

Townplace Suites by MarriottLandowner of the Year

Alvin J. Coleman and Son (Albany, NH)

BOT Chief's Award Don LeClair

(Bridgewater Mountain Snowmobile Club)

Special Recognition Award District 1 Jim Hebert

(Groveton Trail Blazers)

District 2 Colin Preece

(Mountain Meadow Riders)

District 3 Mt. Cardigan

Snowmobile Club

New HampshireFish & Game Department Awards

2014 OHRV Safety Instructor of the Year Award Ron Shaw (Bridgewater Mountain SMC)

Recognized for Submitting 6 Consecutive Articles to Sno-Traveler:

Fireside Inn & Suites, Lebanon, NH

2014 YEARS OF SERVICE

Bureau of Trails Award District 3 Special RecognitionMt. Cardigan Snowmobile ClubShawn Violette, BOT presenting Bruce Sunnerberg

Presidential Service Award

was awarded to Evelyn Ferrell

Roger Wright, NHSA President,

and Evelyn Ferrell

Family of the Year Lloyd & Di Drew

(Swift Diamond Riders)

Lloyd Drew, Di Drew, Gail Hanson, Kevin Drew

Club of the Year Weare Winter Wanderers

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Fish and Game Sno-Notesby Captain John Wimsatt, New Hampshire Fish and Game

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Executive Director’s Office 603-271-3511Business Office 603-271-2741Law Enforcement 603-271-3127 Dispatch 603-271-3361 OHRV laws and Education 603-271-3129License Information, Merchandise 603-271-3421 OHRV Registrations 603-271-4300

Headquarters11 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH [email protected]

Region 1 (North Country)629B Main Street, Lancaster NH [email protected] 603-788-3164 Region 2 (Lakes Region)PO Box 417, New Hampton NH [email protected] 603-744-5470 Region 3 (Southeast NH/Seacoast)225 Main Street, Durham NH [email protected] 603-868-1095

Region 4 (Southwest NH)15 Ash Brook Court, Keene, NH [email protected] 603-352-9669

CAPTAIN JOHN WIMSATT NEW HAMPSHIRE FISH AND GAME

This month’s Super Harvest Moon was brighter and clearer

than I have ever seen it. As I write this article the temperature is dropping into the 50’s and for the first time, I grabbed the sweatshirt to head out into the crisp night time air. No humidity, no bugs – perfect night!

The deadline of this first Sno-Traveler article reminded me that the switch has been thrown from OHRV season to snowmobile season! In a word, this year’s OHRV season has been exponential. Without question, there has been a significant positive economic impact along with thousands of new and returning riders to Coos County. Several organized events, rapidly expanding riding opportunities and hundreds of miles of open trails and road systems have created a large draw for riding enthusiasts. Many dedicated volunteers and clubs along with generous landowners are to thank for much of this new opportunity.

All of this change has also brought many new and substantial challenges for law enforcement at NHFG as well as state, local and county police enforcement. While

OHRV revenues have shown improvement (9% this year), we are still below OHRV registration totals from back in 2007. In short, this means we must do more with less revenue and with less staffing. However, we are looking at the positives and working on ways to seek new revenue sources and increase staffing to meet these new challenges.

There are important connections between OHRV and snowmobile activities. First, many of the volunteers that do much of the work are both snowmobile and OHRV enthusiasts. Other common ground includes legislative overlap, business interaction, state and local government agency involvement, and most importantly, trail use and landowner overlap. As we move into future riding seasons, it will become increasingly important for both groups to communicate effectively in order to responsibly manage the resource, landowner base and sport.

On another note, please remember to contact OHRV Program Assistant Dennis Etchells, Jr. at 271-3129 at least 30 days in advance to schedule Snowmobile/OHRV Safety Education classes so that he can make arrangements to collect course materials and packets. As a reminder, we offer the traditional free snowmobile/OHRV course at locations throughout the state and new this year, an online safety education course as an alternative option. The fee for this course is $29.95 and is paid directly to the online vendor, not to NHFG. For information on both course options go to ride.nh.gov

If you have a snowmobile event to plan for this riding season,

please remember to submit an event permit application to my office at least 30 days prior to the event.

We met this summer with representative from Maine and Vermont to set the 2015 Tri-State Reciprocity weekend dates. The proposed dates are January 30, 31 and February 1. The rule making process takes at least 90 days, so these dates will not be finalized until late November or December. No changes or problems are anticipated by the 3 states. We also continued discussions about the potential for a 3 state trail pass/registration endorsement that would allow a rider to ride in all three states. New Hampshire passed a law this spring that granted the authority to work on this initiative with our neighbors to the east and west. At this time, the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers (VAST) is reviewing the information presented. The Maine Snowmobile Association (MSA) did not attend the meeting and at this time has not expressed an interest. We hope they will continue to review the potential for this unique registration product.

As the weather continues to cool, I wish you good luck over the hunting seasons. Don’t forget the NHSA Grass Drags in Fremont October 10-12. Remember, when you start those machines for the first time, old ethanol blended fuel will ruin new and old sleds! Make sure to drain those tanks and start with fresh gas. I generally learn this the hard way over and over again! Ride Safe. ❄

Josselyn’s Getaway Log Cabins306 North Road, Jefferson, NH 03583Direct Trail Access to Corridor 5

Secluded and handcrafted, spacious log cabins offer fireplaces, private decks w/grills, kitchens, TV/VCR and beautiful log furniture. Kids Free. Pets OK.

www.josselyns.com1-800-586-4507

DidYOUKNOW?

53% of the snowmobilers usually trailer their snowmobiles to go riding. 47% either snowmobile from their primary residence

or have a vacation home where they keep and use their snowmobiles.

DidYOUKNOW?

Over 90,000 full time jobs are generated by the snowmobile industry in North America. Those jobs are involved in manufacturing, dealerships and tourism related businesses.

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Congratulations Marie!!Marie Hixson, NHSA Treasurer inducted into the Iron Dog Brigade at the 2014 ISC Congress

Marie is from New Hampton, New Hampshire and

works as an OHRV Safety Regional Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. She is married to Eddie and they have two grown children, Stacie and Daniel. Marie started riding with her husband after moving to New Hampshire in 1995 and she’s been hooked ever since. Her most memorable snowmobile event is their Sunday rides where snowmobiling neighbors would meet in their yard to ride out for the day with the kids and grandkids, cooking out on the trail and just enjoying the time together.

She has participated in the Camp Sno-Mo Ride-In for some time, however this past year and currently she has been fortunate to Chair the event. This gave her a completely different perspective to see firsthand the hardworking volunteers all working together to make sure the Ride-In is a continued success. Her position as OHRV Safety Regional Coordinator has given her the opportunity to expand her knowledge and to travel state-wide to various events and venues to offer snowmobile safety certification classes. The last two years Marie was invited to be an instructor at Fish & Game’s “Becoming an Outdoors Woman” program which had women participate from across New England who were new to the sport or hadn’t been involved in many years.

She is a member of several snowmobile clubs and has served as recording secretary, vice-president, director, and New Hampshire delegate to ACSA and ISC in 2010 and 2012 and currently is the NHSA Treasurer and is a part of several committees for NHSA.

The Iron Dog Brigade is truly an honorary society. Of the 130 current members, 8 are from New Hampshire and 50 have been inducted into the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame. Current New Hampshire

members consist of Rolly Martin, snowmobile club advocate, Bob Anderson, BRP/SkiDoo Manufacturere Rep, Charlie Case, NHSA Past President; Harold Case, NHSA Past President, ACSA Past President, and member of the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame; Charlie Kurtz, NHSA Past President and member of the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame; Paul Bergeron, Past President of the Pittsburg Ridge Runners, Dana Cabana, NHSA Past President and Gail Hanson, NHSA Executive Director and member of the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame.

All are, or were, very successful leaders in their respective professions or volunteer groups. They all share the same goal... to promote the sport of snowmobiling.

Each year several are nominated for membership openings created by the passing of a member. Those eligible are inducted at the annual banquet consisting a ceremony compete with a four foot long sword touching each shoulder as they process from a “pup” to a full-fledged member of the Iron Dog Brigade.

But they are the people who have, for well over 15 years, rolled up their sleeves, got to the task at hand, in whatever snowmobile arena it might be, and worked hard and diligently to keep the sport of snowmobiling on track.

For more information on the Iron Dog Brigade, go to www.irondogbrigade.com. ❄

BICKFORD’S SPORTS CENTER

1664 Dover Rd., Route 4, Epsom, NH 03234(603) 736 -9050www.bickfordssportcenter.com

See us at the Epping Grass Drags October 10th, 11th, 12th

ANNUAL

OPEN HOUSEOctober 18th thru 25th

MANY SPECIALS!

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Twenty-one years ago, Gail stepped into snowmobiling as the secretary for a local New Hampshire snowmobile

club. Nine years later, she became the first full-time Executive Director of the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association, accepting responsibility for the association's day-to-day operation. That role also included working with New Hampshire's Division of Parks & Recreation, the state's Fish & Game Bureau, coordinating the association's conferences, fundraisers, workshops, plus maintaining a role as the sport's advocate in the state legislative arena. Under her leadership, New Hampshire law was changed to give a registration discount to riders if they were members of a local club, which dramatically increased membership rates. During her tenure as Executive Director, New Hampshire's snowmobile community has had an economic impact of more than half a billion dollars annually, representing three percent of New Hampshire's gross product. Inducted into the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame for her contributions in the category of Trail & Program Developer, Gail Hanson has demonstrated a unique ability and commitment to promote the growth of snowmobiling in New Hampshire for more than twenty (20) years.

Gail Hanson - Trail & Program Developer

International Snowmobile Hall of Fame

Class of 2014Twenty-five years ago, Elmer Cone of Bovey, Minnesota, felt strongly that those snowmobilers who had created the sport, built its infrastructure and helped it to grow should be honored. His idea was to create a snowmobiling Hall of Fame that would recognize those pioneering entrepreneurs, adventurers, volunteers, trail and program builders who not only got snowmobiling started, but whose efforts have led to what is now a worldwide sport and industry with sales and trails wherever there is snow. Today Cones dream, the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame ( ISHOF), is located in Eagle River, Wisconsin, the iconic "Snowmobile Capital of the World" where ISHOF honors 98 snowmobilers for their contributions to the sport. This September 12-13", ISHOF will celebrate its 25th anniversary by inducting three new members into the Hall of Fame: Gail L. Hanson, Larry Shepherd and Lyle Shipe.

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Town & Country Inn and Resort20 State RT. 2 Shelburne/Gorham, NH

February 6th, 7th & 8thReservations can be made by calling 1-800-325-4386 or 603-466-3315

Double Occupancy $104.00 plus service charge & NH room tax

Suites$119.00 plus service charge & NH room tax

Additional per person per room $10.00 plus service charge & NH room tax

Direct Trail Access

24 hour front desk

Lounge with Pub Menu

Indoor Heated Pool

Health Club

Jacuzzi / Sauna / Steam Room

Game room

Cable TV

High Speed Wireless / Free Wi-Fi

In Room Coffee

Cribs & Cots Available

Iron & Ironing Boards Available

Refrigerators & Microwaves Available

Pet Friendly ($6.00 per pet per day)

Hotel Amenities Include:

Discounted Rates of $82.00 per night available Thursday & Sundaywith the additional charges of extra people, tax and tip

Make Your Reservations Nowfor the

2015 Easter Seals Ride-In

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NH OHRV/Snowmobile Safety Course Now Available OnlineCONCORD, N.H. -- If you need to complete an Off Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile safety course to get your New Hampshire safety certificate, you now have the option of completing the training online. Sign up today at http://www.wildnh.com/OHRV/ohrv_online_ed.html.

The course is approved by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and is the only mobile-friendly New Hampshire course that features both OHRV and snowmobile content and live-action video.

"The New Hampshire OHRV and snowmobile course is a great way for students to become educated online, at their own pace, while learning key safety information we find important for riding both OHRV's and snowmobiles," said Captain John Wimsatt, OHRV/Snowmobile education and Law Enforcement coordinator for New Hampshire Fish and Game. "The course uses video, animations

and more to teach those valuable lessons and emphasize the importance of respecting landowners and private property. Partnering with offroad-ed.com was a natural choice, and together we're putting safety-conscious riders on the trails."

The course is available on any device, so students can access the course on the Web even if the only way they have to connect to the Internet is via their smartphone. Plus, the new mobile-ready course features live-action videos, realistic illustrations and interactive animations that make it easier and more fun to learn how to safely operate an OHRV or snowmobile. The course's two safety video series teach about the appropriate OHRV and snowmobile riding gear, riding in various conditions, loading and unloading, plus much more.

"Our goal in developing a combined OHRV and snowmobile safety course was to create a comprehensive learning

experience that would be fun for our students. In our video series, we use humor, where appropriate, to focus the student's attention on the safety advice," said Kurt Kalkomey, CEO of Kalkomey Enterprises, Inc., which produces offroad-ed.com and snowmobile-ed.com. "We also wanted to avoid lecturing. Our content and videos are meant to engage students with opportunities to explore and select the best options for staying safe while operating their OHRV or snowmobile. This helps students develop true understanding rather than just memorizing the lesson."

The training offered in this course is approved by the N.H. Fish and Game Department and is the same material that is taught in the Today's ORV Rider and Today's Snowmobile Rider manuals used in the traditional course. Studying at http://www.offroad-ed.com is free. To get a safety education certificate before operating an OHRV or snowmobile, students

pay a one-time fee of $29.50, only after passing the exam.

Traditional classroom OHRV and Snowmobile safety education courses, taught by 150 Fish and Game-certified volunteer instructors and Regional Coordinators, will continue to be available statewide at no charge. A schedule of classes can be found at http://www.wildnh.com/OHRV/schedule.html.

"We're delighted to have the online course up and running, because it is a helpful option for people who may have difficulty getting to a class," said Wimsatt. "Traditional classroom courses led by our dedicated volunteer instructors remain the bedrock of our safety education program, certifying more than 1,500 riders every year." ❄

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Thank you for your support!Thank you for

your support!

New Hampshire Snowmobile Association 2014-2015 Legal Fund Form

The Legal Fund needs your support to protect the rights of snowmobilers in pursuing the enjoyment of their sport! This fund is not limited to just NHSA legal issues... any NHSA club can apply for funds if they have a valid legal issue.

Please Print Clearly

Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Shipping Address: _____________________________________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________ State: _______________ Zip: _________________________

Club Member of: ______________________________________________________________________________

Amount: Enclosed: __ $5 __ $10 __ $15 __$25 __ $50 __ $100 Other donation amount: ________________

Daytime Telephone: ________________________ Email: ___________________________________________

Return this form to: NH Snowmobile Association 614 Laconia Road, Unit 4, Tilton, NH 03276

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Conservation Officers And OHRV Safety Instructor HonoredCONCORD, N.H. – The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Law Enforcement Division recently recognized the 2013 Officers of the Year and the OHRV Safety Education Instructor of the Year. The honorees are as follows:Conservation Officer Matthew W. Holmes, of Whitefield, N.H. – 2013 Northeast Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Association Officer of the Year

Conservation Officer Gregory Jellison of Bath, N.H. – 2013 Shikar-Safari International Wildlife Officer of the Year

Ron Shaw of New Hampton, N.H. - OHRV Safety Education Instructors Award

Conservation Officer Matthew Holmes of Whitefield, N.H., earned the 2013 Northeast Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Association of the Year Award.

Holmes patrols in Dalton, Carroll, Whitefield, Jefferson and several unincorporated townships on the west side of Mount Washington. He has worked at Fish and Game since 2005.

“In 2013, Officer Holmes once again demonstrated an outstanding work ethic and enthusiastic attitude towards his profession that has remained consistent throughout his career,” said Fish and Game Law Enforcement Chief Col. Martin Garabedian.

A member of the Specialized Search and Rescue Team and a Field Training Officer, Holmes excels at promoting positive public relations and is a top-notch field investigator. “He is a tireless wildlife investigator who takes his job to heart,” said Garabedian. “More importantly, Officer Holmes is a team player and goes out of his way to assist others.”

As a member of the Specialized Search and Rescue Team, Holmes constantly responds at a moment’s notice to hikers in distress. His patrol area encompasses a good portion of the White Mountain National Forest’sPresidential Range, so he is frequently the first officer called to area search and rescue missions. From his years with Fish and Game and as a former employee of the White Mountain National Forest, Holmes has a depth of knowledge of and experience in the White Mountain region.

The Conservation Law Enforcement Chief’s Association,

also known as CLECA, is an organization made up of Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs from the States of Virginia to Maine, US Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Office of Law Enforcement and Canadian Provinces. The primary purpose of the Association is to encourage and promote conservation law enforcement cooperation among the eastern states represented. Annually, CLECA recognizes an officer from each state for their outstanding contributions to fish and wildlife protection of our country’s natural resources.

Conservation Officer Gregory Jellison of Bath, N.H., was honored as the 2013 Shikar-Safari International Wildlife Officer of the Year. Patrolling the towns of Bath, Landaff, Easton, Haverhill, Benton, Piermont, Warren and Orford, Jellison has 18 years of experience in New Hampshire Fish and Game Law Enforcement. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife Management from the University of New Hampshire.

During the past year, Jellison resolved a number of significant big game cases, obtaining convictions in three separate illegal night hunting incidents. He also investigated the illegal taking of two moose and a black bear, conducting several interviews of witnesses and travelling to New York State to interview the suspect. A confession was obtained from the perpetrator, leading to several high-profile convictions.

Jellison is a member of Fish and Game’s Honor Guard and is a Firearm Instructor and Armorer, a Field Training Officer and a trained Background Investigator. He recently, joined the Dive Team, as well. He is a big proponent of public outreach and singlehandedly mans the booth at the weeklong Haverhill Fair. Jellison also serves on a committee to promote the Operation Game Thief program.

“Officer Jellison has earned the

respect of his fellow officers as a tough investigator, a mentor and team player,” said Fish and Game Law Enforcement Chief Col. Martin Garabedian.

The Shikar-Safari Club International was founded in 1952, as a group of international hunters who joined together to exchange experiences and ideas about hunting. It started as a social hunting organization, but soon recognized its potential to accomplish meaningful goals in the field of conservation. About 1973, the Shikar-Safari International Foundation was formed. Moneys raised by the members of the Shikar-Safari International are used to carry out various conservation projects throughout the world.

Ron Shaw of New Hampton, N.H., was honored as the 2013 OHRV Safety Education Instructor of the Year. A continuous supporter of Fish and Game’s OHRV Safety Education program, Shaw has donated countless hours throughout the year to teach youngsters and adults how to safely enjoy the sport of snowmobiling and OHRV recreation.

“Shaw is a great advocate of getting youngsters and their parents involved in local clubs,” said Captain John Wimsatt, OHRV Education and Enforcement Coordinator for Fish and Game. “He knows it is not all about the hard work, but also about camaraderie and helping your community.”

Grafton County OHRV Regional Coordinator Marie Hixson met Shaw in 2000 while working on a road construction project and was immediately impressed by his attention to safety. “When I became an OHRV safety instructor, I asked him if he would be interested in teaching with me; he responded with an enthusiastic ‘Yes!’ That was 10 years ago, and in all the

time since, he has never said no to a class,” said Hixson.

At age 77, Ron Shaw is a busy man and effective volunteer. He is president of the Bridgewater Mountain Snowmobile Club and is active year-round performing trail construction and maintenance, trail grooming and organizing rides.

“This instructor, and so many other volunteer OHRV safety instructors, are what make our

OHRV Safety Program so successful,” said Wimsatt. “We are fortunate to have them on board, and it is a genuine pleasure to present Ron with this well-deserved honor.”

The OHRV Safety Education Instructor of the Year award was created in 2003 in memory of Bud Wool and Jack Willey, who were pioneers in setting the standards of safety education for snowmobiles and OHRVs. ❄

EPA Acknowledges Ethanol Damages EnginesAmerican Snowmobiler By Ross Halvorson, AmSnow's Associate Editor

On Friday, April 18, 2014 the U.S. Environmental

Protection Agency publicly acknowledged the using ethanol in gasoline can damage internal combustion engines. The use of ethanol gasoline increases exhaust temperatures, thus indirectly causing component failure.

According to a statement released by the EPA, “Ethanol impacts motor vehicles in two primary ways. First, ethanol enleans the [air/fuel] ratio (increases the proportion of oxygen relative to hydrocarbons) which can lead to increased exhaust gas temperatures and potentially increase incremental deterioration of emission control hardware and performance over time, possibly causing catalyst failure. Second, ethanol can cause materials compatibility issues, which may lead to other component failures.

“In motorcycles and non-road products [using E15 and higher ethanol blends], EPA raised engine-failure concerns from overheating.”

After hearing the comments of the EPA, the FTC has reopened

the debate on a rule change that would require more signage at gas pumps to identify higher ethanol blended fuels. That sounds excellent, however, the current proposal from the FTC also calls for signage to be rounded to the nearest factor of 10 which could raise more concerns if consumers are not told if a fuel actually contains slightly higher than 10% ethanol.

Currently, E10 (or fuels containing up to 10% ethanol) is the only ethanol blended fuel approved for snowmobiles. Using any fuel with an ethanol content of more than 10% may void your warranty. A 2013 study conducted by Michigan Tech University helped the EPA determine that E15 fuels were NOT approved for use in snowmobiles.

The eventual outcome is something that concerns motorsport lovers of all types. Motorcycles, boats, ATVs, side-by-sides, etc. are all affected by the FTC’s eventual decision. ❄

To learn more about the FTC’s proposed rules regarding ethanol fuel use or to voice your concerns visit.

federalregister.gov/articles/2014/04/04/2014-07423/ automotive-fuel-ratingscertification-and-posting#h-10

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92 509, Inc. 877-743-3590 www.ride509.com

MVT Allstate Wicks Insurance 603-668-7228 www.kurtwicksinsurance.com

11 Arctic Cat 800-3-ARCTIC www.arcticcat.com

MVT Aroostook County Tourism 207-498-8736 www.visitaroostook.com

14 Aucoin Concessions 207-933-2163 www.aucoinconcessions.com

103 Axxtion Sports 262-290-8666 www.axxxtionsports.com

99 B & M Fabrications 612-202-9245 www.bmfabrications.com

21 Barton's Motorsports 603-323-8054 www.bartonsmotorsports.com

13 Bickford's Sport Center 603-736-9050 www.bickfordssportcenter.com

MVT Bikeman Performance 715-483-3003 www.bikemanperformance.com

10 BRP/SkiDoo 800-3-SKIDOO www.ski-doo.com

44 & 45 daSilva Motorsports 603-329-7810 www.dasilvamotorsports.com

Back Field C-R Helicopters 603-881-4356 www.crhelicopters.com

100 Caliber Products, Inc. 612-991-2001 www.caliberproductsinc.com

89 Camp Sno-Mo / Easter Seals NH www.eastersealsnh.org

25 Camoplast Solideal 518-562-4414 www.camoplastsolideal.com

70 Central Mass Power Sports 978-345-7360 www.centralmasspowersports.com

78 Chappell Tractor 800-698-2640 or 800-616-5666 www.chappelltractor.com

62 Dixie Chopper 765- 246-7737 www.dixiechopper.com

82 Ecklund Motorsports 920-233-3313 www.ecklundmotorsports.com

MVT FCMQ (Federation of Montreal Snowmobile Clubs) 514-252-2779 www.fcmq.qc.ca

90 Freedom Cycle 603-225-2779 www.freedomcyclenh.com

ICE Fremont Boy Scouts Troop 1

73 Frosty Ice Cream 603-235-1600

31 Gates Corporation 603-738-9647 www.gates.com

4 Gelinas Food Concession 603-288-8019 [email protected]

MVT GPS Trailmasters 603-493-5474 www.gpstrailmasters.com

49 Graphic Design Ventures 920-539-0491 [email protected]

36 & 37 HK Powersports 603-668-4343 www.hkpowersports.com

26 Hygear Suspension 607-533-7434 www.hygearsuspension.com

79 Indian River Sports Center 231-420-9696 www.ir-sc.com

52 Irwin Marine 603-875-5700 www.irwinmarine.com

59 James R. Rosencrantz & Sons 888-508-4414 www.rosencrantztractor.com

8 & 77 JR's Steak & Seafood 603-391-9990 [email protected]

95 KLOTZ Lubricants 260-490-0489 www.klotzlube.com

24 Korky's / Striker Brands, LLC 651-762-1950 www.korkys.com

30 L & M Concessions 603-344-9433 [email protected]

MVT Lancaster Snow Drifters www.lancastersnowdrifters.org

MVT LeQuebec Maritime 418-724-7889 www.quebecmaritime.ca

MVT Maine Snowmobile Association 207-622-6983 www.msa.com

76 Marion's Fried Dough 978-265-0085 [email protected]

7 Mac Shack 617-913-4547

MVT Mack Studs 603-279-3330 www.mackstud.com

93 MB Tractor & Equipment 603-286-4101 www.mbtractor.com/tilton-nh/

29 Mr. Jacks Catering Service 978-663-7375 www.mrjackscatering.com

46 & 47 Motorcycles of Manchester (MOM's) 603-627-3957 www.momsnh.com

35 Nashua Sports and Cycle 603-897-0350 www.nashuasportsandcycle.com

19 Nault'sPowersports 603-669-7220 www.naultspowersports.com

48 New Hampshire Bureau of Trails www.nhtrails.org

48 New Hampshire Fish & Game Department www.wildlife.state.nh.us/OHRV

Headquarters New Hampshire Snowmobile Assoc. 603-273-0220 www.nhsa.com

Vintage Tent New Hampshire Snowmobile Museum www.nhsnowmobilemuseum.com

83 Northwoods Expression, LLC 207-695-0999 www.northwoodsexpression.com

41 & 42 Outdoor Performance 603-744-9875 www.nhoutdoor.com

98 Over The Top Shelters 603-731-9030 www.overthetopshelters.com

102 Philbrick Motorsports 978-799-8001 www.philbrickmotorsports.com

18 Phily's Good Eats 603-370-0179 [email protected]

MVT Pittsburg Ridge Runners 603-538-1142 www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

74 Pig Park BBQ 413-544-9712

50 & 51 Plaistow Power Sports 603-612-1000 www.plaistowpowersports.com

9 Polaris Industries, Inc. 800-POLARIS www.polarisindustries.com

69 Polaris PG & A

71 Profile Powersports 603-447-5855 www.profilepowersports.com

60 ProLine Products 603-652-7337 www.nhtrailers.com

94 RAVEX www.ravexperformance.com

87 Regina Faye's Kettle Corn 603-889-4421

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40 Rochester Sports Center 603-332-1022 www.rochestersportscenter.com

88 Rock The Hills 802-535-4170 www.rockthehillsvt.com

5 Sandi’s Concessions 603-370-1321 www.sandiscandykettle.com

43 Scottie's Good Food 914-456-5251

28 Scrub Oak Scramblers Snowmobile Club www.sossc.com

80 Sick Nasty Clothing 774-244-8015 www.sicknastyclothing.com

104 Sled The East 802-343-5313 www.sledtheeast.com

85 Smart Power Sports 603-903-1320 www.smartpowersports.com

91 Snow Snowmobile Destination / 418-543-3536 www.saguenaylacsaintjen.ca Four Points by Sheraton Quebec Resort

MVT So. NH Snow Slickers www.snowmobilenh.com

22 & 23 South Side Sales & Service 413-664-7111 www.southsales.com

38 Specialty Tire & Power Sports 508-871-7171 www.specialty-tire.com

MVT Starting Line Products, Inc. 800-621-2893 www.startinglineproducts.com

32 Sure Trac Systems 970-389-2903 www.suretracsystems.com

MVT Swift Diamond Riders www.swiftdiamondriders.com

6 SYD's Big Apple 603-345-1628 [email protected]

27 TeamHard 612-490-5696 www.teamhard.com

56 & 57 The Trailer Outlet 888-350-6500 www.traileroutlet.net

MVT Travelers Snowmobile 406-646-7773 www.allyellowstone.com

61 Tri City Line-X 603-742-9800 www.linexofleenh.com

53 Ultimate Sports 765-423-2984 www.usi-skis.com

63V & 72 Umbagog Snowmobile Association www.umbagogsnowmobile.com

54 Universal Technical Institute www.uti.edu

16 Weare Winter Wanderers SMC www.wearewinterwanderersc.org

MVT Wes Pettengill Collectibles 978-465-3140

81 Wiseco Performance Products 800-321-1364 www.wiseco.com

12 Yamaha Motor Corporation www.yamaha-motor.com

BOOTH # COMPANY NAME PHONE WEBSITE OR EMAIL BOOTH # COMPANY NAME PHONE WEBSITE OR EMAIL

2014 NHSA Grass Drags and Watercross Participating VendorsAs of September 10 – go to www.nhgrassdrags.com for updated vendor information

MVT: Multi-Vendor Tent • Italic: Food Concession

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Admission to the show is $15.00 on Friday, $20.00 on Saturday or Sunday per person.

A three-day pass is available for $40.00

Admission for children under 12 is FREE

FREE Parking is available The gates open at 2:00pm on Friday, and 9:00am on Saturday and Sunday

Pets are NOT permitted. Glass bottles are NOT permitted. Wire Ties are NOT permitted.

The race grounds are on a farmer’s field and the cows may eat broken glass and/or wire ties and the result isn't nice!

The North Gate usually has a much shorter ticket line, so please try to use it… You’ll get there much faster.

Physical Address:

152 Martin Road, Fremont, NH

Coming from points north or west:1. Route 101 East to Exit 6

2. Get on Depot Rd and drive south

3. It turns into Beede Rd, go 0.5 miles

4. Bear left on Rogers Rd and drive southeast 0.2 miles

5. Bear left on Shirkin Rd and go about 1.4 miles

6. Turn right onto Martin Rd and go about 0.8 miles

Coming from Maine:1. Route 101 West to Exit 7

2. Get on Route 125 and drive south 1.2 miles

3. Turn right onto North Rd (at blinkers) and go 0.6 miles

4. Turn right onto Martin Rd and go 0.3 miles

Coming from Massachusetts:The preferred way would be north on Route 93 and then east on Route 101, then follow the above directions from points west. While it is further, there will be less traffic. If you come north on Route 125, be sure you take the Kingston / Plaistow exit off I-495. There are two Route 125 exits, you want the one closer to Maine!

1. Route I-495N - Plaistow Exit at Route 125 (Exit 51)

2. Stay on Route 125 North for 16.4 miles

3. Turn left onto North Rd and go 0.6 miles

4. Turn right onto Martin Rd and go 0.3 miles

For a List of NHSA Grass Drags and Watercross Participating Vendors go to Page 23.

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NHSA Workers & Vendors – please contact the NHSA office for details on camping.

Competitor pit camping has limited space but may be available upon request. To request a reservation for Competitor Camping, contact Phyllis at the NHSA Office at 603-273-0220.

There are a limited number of campsites available on the race grounds. Sites are available on a first come first served basis starting on July 1st. You may reserve your camp site by calling the NHSA Office at

603-273-0220.

2014 Campground Policies All campsites will be pre-assigned.

The sites are $170 for the weekend that includes two 3-day passes to the races. ( Limit of 4 adults to a site.) NO TENTS ALLOWED. All additional people (more than 2 adults) over the age of 12, staying in campers are required to purchase a three day admission pass. ($40 per person). Visitors are not allowed. Passes will be given out upon check-in at the gate. Check in may begin at 8:00 am on Friday, October 10th. All campers must vacate their sites not later than 7:15pm on Sunday, October 12th.

All campsites must be reserved at the NHSA Office and paid for by credit card or check in advance in full.

All reservations after September 12th are to be credit card only.

Cancellation Policy- Cancellation of reservations must be made 14 days prior to October 10th for a full refund minus a $10 processing fee. No refunds are

available after September 19, 2014.

2014 Campground Rules These sites are for self-contained units only. (No tents allowed) There are no hookups. There will be a $500 charge for dumping waste on the ground.

Pets are allowed in the campground area only. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Pets are not allowed in the Main Event area.

Only four adults may be registered to any one site. No visitors allowed.

Any damages to the fences or farm will be billed back to the camper that occupied that site.

ATV’s, motorcycles, or golf carts are NOT ALLOWED

in campground or anywhere on site. (Exceptions

for handicapped must be pre-approved by

Camping Director.)

Campfires may be allowed depending on local

conditions. All campfires must be attended at all times.

Campfires shall not exceed a Category 1 (a small

controlled fire, such as a camp or cooking fire, not

greater than 2 feet in diameter contained within a ring

of fire resistive material or in a portable fireplace). All

fires must be extinguished not later than 12:00 midnight.

All campers must park in their assigned sites and

park parallel.

Quiet Hours are from 10:00pm to 7:00am.

WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.

Parking for only one vehicle per site is allowed. Parking

is available in the campground for an additional

vehicle for registered guests only. .

All vehicles entering or exiting must check in or out at

check in booth.

Any unauthorized vehicles left in parking lots after

12:00 midnight on Friday or 8:30pm on Saturday or

Sunday will be towed at owner’s expense.

Unauthorized entry into the Vendor parameter area

before or after event hours is prohibited.

No Glass Bottle allowed.

No Fireworks allowed

Campers may be evicted for actions involving intent

to harm others, destruction of properties, any criminal

activity or noncompliance of any Campground Rule.

Refunds are not available to campers evicted.

When you come to the track with a camper please

use the North Entrance and get to it by using Exit

6, Beede Rd.. off 101. Just follow the signs. If you

come from Exit 7, you may not be able to get to the

camping area as there is no cross traffic in front of

the track.

ON-SITE CAMPING

CAMPING – LODGING

Exeter Elms Family Campground190 Court St. Rt. 108, Exeter, NH 03833 • 603-778-7631

Pine Acres RV Resort74 Freetown Road, Raymond, NH 03077 • 603-895-2519

Sanborn Shore AcresPO Box 626, Hampstead, NH 03841 • 603-329-5247

LOCAL CAMPGROUNDS

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (TENTATIVE)

FRIDAY – OCTOBER 10TH, 2014 2:00pm – 9:00pm Gates Open - Vendor Displays & ATV Demo’s

2:00pm – 5:30pm Snocross Practice

4:00pm – 6:00pm East West Watercross Qualifying Challenge

6:00pm – 9:00pm Grass Drag Amateur Trail Stock Racing

9:00pm Gates Close

SATURDAY – OCTOBER 11TH, 2014 9:00am – 5:00pm Swap Meet Opens

9:00am – 6:00pm Gates Open - Vendor Displays & ATV Demo’s

10:00am – 1:15pm Water Cross Racing Pro/Semipro

10:00am – 1:00pm Grass Drag Pro Race Qualifying

11:00am – 5:00pm Eastcoast Snocross Exhibition Races- Periodic

1:00pm – 1:30pm Mini Sled Races

1:15pm RaveX Freestyle Show

1:30 – 2:30pm Grass Drag "Dash for Cash" Race

2:00pm – 6:00pm Water Cross Racing Pro/Semipro

2:30pm – 5:30pm Grass Drag Vintage Sled Racing

6:00pm Gates Close

SUNDAY – OCTOBER 12TH, 2014 9:00am – 5:00pm Swap Meet Opens

9:00am – 6:00pm Gates Open - Vendor Displays & ATV Demo’s

10:00am – 1:15pm Water Cross Racing Pro/Semipro

10:00am – 1:00pm Grass Drag Pro Racing

11:00am – 5:00pm Eastcoast Snocross Exhibition Races- Periodic

1:00pm – 1:30pm Mini Sled Races

1:15pm RaveX Freestyle Show

1:30pm – 5:00pm Grass Drags Pro Race Competition

2:00pm – 6:00pm Water Cross Racing Pro/Semipro

6:00pm Gates Close

SWAP MEET

You cannot take your vehicle out and then return, once you leave, you are out. Transportation will be provided to take sold items out of the flea area. You are expected to stay until racing ends.

The actual hours for the Swap Meet will be 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. each day.

The New Hampshire Snowmobile Association and/or Peterson Brookvale Farm assumes no liability for lost or stolen items. It is your responsibility to secure/protect your property.

The Swap Meet will run on both Saturday and Sunday. The lot will open at 7:00 A.M. for setup and all vendors must be in the Swap Meet area before 9:00.

1 Day Swap Meet Prices (Either Saturday or Sunday)

$20.00 Standard Pickup Truck or Car (16' x 20' space)

$40.00 Truck with 2 place trailer 2 - 16' x 20' spaces or 40' long total


$150.00 Commercial type vehicle

2 Day Swap Meet Prices

$ 40.00 Standard Pickup Truck or Car (16' x 20' space)

$ 80.00 Truck with 2 place traile 2 - 16' x 20' spaces or 40' long total


$200.00 Commercial type vehicle

Admission: $20.00 per person for each day.

NO NEW PARTS OR CLOTHING or anything that will compete with the vendors will be allowed.

NO SNOWMOBILES or ATV'S ARE TO BE DRIVEN ANYWHERE ON THE GROUNDS

NO RAFFLE SALES

NO STREET SELLING ALLOWED

When swappers arrive, they should enter the event at the "New Pit Road".Entrance gate for Swap Meet will be on your left hand side.

SWAP PRICES Regular admission fee per person will be charged separately.

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BELKNAP COUNTY DIRECTOR

Warren PiquettePO Box 39

Lochmere, NH 03252 603-524-1683

[email protected]

CARROLL COUNTY DIRECTOR

George Kaye139 Pine Hill Road

Center Ossipee, NH 03814603-986-9666

[email protected]

Belmont Bogie BustersPO Box 130 Belmont, NH 03220 www.belmontbogiebusters.com Keven Yelle, Trailmaster

Yes, Sir Finally Summers coming to an end!

As I'm writing this note and looking out over the front field all I can think about is climbing and jumping over all the snow drifts and snow piles to come . Oh, I CANT WAIT!!

We are still talking about all the great club rides and work parties that were done last year. This past August the BBB’s participated in Belmont Old Home Days. Special thanks to Lakes Region Truck Service for refurbishing the 8 foot drag and to Northeast Systems Control for pulling the Skandic and drag in the parade.

The BBB’s have many great trail improvements coming this fall to add to our already fantastic trail system that stretches thru out town – thank you Lane Owners for all your support!

The first club meeting is September 9th (upstairs) at the Belmont Corner Meeting House at 7:00PM. Everyone and all are welcomed to attend! We have many great ideas to go over and trail improvements to talk about. You will also be able to sign for your yearly memberships at the meeting.

Can’t wait to see all the riders on the snowy trails this winter season.

Sno StreakersPO Box 780 Meredith, NH 03253 Tom Hughes

Sno Streakers have not been idle over the summer months. A busy preseason began on August 23 & 24; the club was selling SNO-CONES and popcorn at the 35th Annual Meredith Fine Arts & Craft Festival in downtown Meredith. The club each year has a booth to sell, the always appropriate, snow cones to

treat the visitors to Meredith. Many people work the booth for the two day event that, over the years, has raised considerable money for the club.

This year we added freshly popped popcorn to our menu and it was a huge success.

Our crews have been busy getting the groomers all prepped and ready for the eventual snow season. The Tucker Sno-Cat is getting its annual maintenance as well. We have the tracks out being revulcanized and the undercarriage is getting needed preventative maintenance. Our Trail Master, Todd Andrew, feels we will be ready by the time snow flies with all our trails and all our equipment for this season.

Trail maintenance begins on September 14th; Work crews meet each Sunday morning at McDonalds in Meredith at 8 a.m. to be assigned to a work party. Trail maintenance can't begin soon enough for some; it means that snow is on the way. Local trails are not changing at this point but routine maintenance of shrubs, limbs, etc. need to be cleared out and cleaned up. If you ride the trails, we can use your help to keep them up. The trails in our district are dependent upon the snow covering the Railroad tracks. Grooming does not generally begin until after January 1st when the rail line is opened to non-rail traffic. There is more trail maintenance after that date, as we need to put bridges out over the Winona Trestle. You don't want to try to ride over that before the decking is added. It is a dangerous section of our Corridor Trail without sufficient snow and the decking.

Trail-maps are still on sale and are being freshened up for later in the season.

The club will hold it’s Annual Chicken BBQ as part of the October meeting on the 25th at the Meredith Center Grange Hall on Meredith Center Road beginning at 6 pm. We hope all our members will attend and bring a side dish to go with the Chicken. The Grange has said the Hall will be decorated for Halloween so, come as you are or in costume.

See you on the TRAILS!!

Ossipee Valley Snowmobile ClubPO Box 261 West Ossipee, NH 03890 ossipeevalleysnowmobileclub.com

Fall is in the air, the kids are back in school, and we are turning our thoughts to the upcoming snowmobile season. As you all know, trail work is a year-round effort, and this summer was no exception. Local members have been busy rebuilding several bridges that were badly in need of repair. A new gate was installed on Black Pond Road to prevent wheeled vehicles from entering our trail system and tearing up the trails. Trail work is being done on the Bowles Trail after crossing Gardner Hill Road to remove stumps and rocks, and re-grading to improve drainage. This will be a great improvement, as this was a problem area in the past.

The purchase of a sickle bar to attach to our drag will ease the burden of brushing out trails once we have snow. However, in the meantime we desperately need help brushing out trails before the season starts. Work parties will be out on weekends starting in October until the snow flies. Check our Website, ossipeevalleysnowmobileclub.com and Facebook for more information.

Our annual fishing derby was held in June. This year the derby was moved to a new location at Ossipee Lake Marina. Everyone that participated had a great time, and we plan to continue this event next year.

The Board of Directors has been busy planning a variety of events for the coming season, including an event to thank our landowners for their support of the club. Once again, we will be holding our annual Snowmobile Swap Meet on Thanksgiving weekend. The Swap Meet has been very successful and has continued to grow every year. If you have snowmobiles, parts and accessories and other snowmobile gear that you want to get rid of,

this is a great opportunity. Several club members will be working at the Grass Drags again this year – a great way to raise funds for our club. It’s not too late to get involved! Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for more events to be announced during the season.

New maps are in the works, and hopefully will be ready for the printer soon. All trails have been GPS’d and a new numbering system will make our trails easier to follow. There are still some spaces available for ads if you’re interested.

After a great deal of consideration the Board has decided not to re-open the Snack Shack this coming season. Several factors were considered, including the competition from the many different restaurants adjacent to our trails, and the difficulty in recruiting volunteers to staff the Snack Shack on a regular basis. Our thanks go out to all the members who worked on this project last winter.

By now you should have received your membership application for the coming season. There are three ways to renew your membership – in person, by mail, or on line using Pay Pal. We appreciate your early response, as your membership dues comprise a large part of our operating budget. We count on you!

Our first general meeting will be on October 4th at a location to be announced. Watch our website, ossipeevalleysnowmobileclub.com and our Facebook page for more information.

Scrub Oak ScramblersPO Box 185 Madison, NH 03849 www.sossc.com Dave George

Ready...Get set......Hold on its only September. The leaves are changing and your club needs your help. Work parties are started and preseason work is in full swing. The Grass Drags are coming and we will be needing volunteers to work the food booth once again. Also needed will be help to load and unload in the week before and after the event. Check the web site and Facebook for more info and if you would like to join us for work parties email any officer and we can place you on the work party list to be notified as they happen.

Memberships have been coming in and be aware of the new procedures in place for our newsletters on the forms. October 18th is our first meeting of the new season at 7PM with a pot luck dinner at 6:15PM. We are

holding yard sale fundraiser at Charrette Flooring on Sept. 27th if interested get the info on the website.

We need to thank all the volunteers who helped over the summer on different projects and the behind the scenes work that is always happening regardless of snow. It takes a lot of gears to make this machine work and it shows every winter when the trails show off our hard work!

Seven Lakes Snowmobile Club PO Box 311 East Wakefield, NH 03830 sevenlakessnowmobileclub.com Submitted by Bob Lundgren

Well, it’s official…the 2014-2015 snowmobile season is underway. At least that was pretty much the theme of our last Board meeting on August 10. It’s been a cooler than normal August but today it’s supposed to be pushing 90 degrees so thinking about snow is not easy. We’re in good shape financially and we ended the season with 430 members though as with most organizations, a relative handful does most of the work. However from what I hear about other clubs, we have an exceptionally large core group. To those non-participating members… don’t wait to be asked but try to attend a meeting or gathering and get to know us. It’s a great way to make friends and support our sport.

Our long-time member Chuck Waleik, who has ably managed our annual efforts for the New Hampshire Motor Speedway cleanup crew fund-raiser, announced that he’ll be easing out of that job over the next year. He is looking for a new person to manage this and he has offered to work with that person. Our club has earned as much as $10,000 a year in this effort which involves two NASCAR events. I understand that Chuck has been there every day of these events but it’s not easy to get help for even one day per year. Anyway his services have been valuable and we owe him a lot of thanks.

We try to keep our membership informed on a timely basis by having our member’s part of an e-mail tree whereby long time member Dave Lee has forwarded along information about trail issues, for sale, events of interest. You must be a dues-paying member to remain on this valuable service. However Dave announced that he will be stepping away from this role since it’s hard to manage this

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from warmer climes. Fortunately Barbara Wilkins who updates our web site has offered to take over. So thanks to Dave for his hard work and thanks to Barbara for stepping up to the plate! In addition we have a Facebook account and a web page…sevenlakessnowmobileclub.com. It’s a challenge and we depend on all members to let us know what’s going on, especially when weather and trail conditions can change so quickly.

Doug Labree, our equipment manager gave a report on our Tuckers and has assured us they’ll be ready to go once we have enough snow. Because of the nature of many of our trails, rocks and rails can be hard on the equipment so care must be taken by operators early in the season.

You’ll be receiving your membership renewal forms soon so, be sure to get them returned on a timely basis with the appropriate payment. This helps our treasurer from getting too nervous as the bills roll in.

FYI because our status as a 501 (c) 4 organization we have to file an annual tax return which currently costs about $350 per year in accounting fees. (BTW, a 501 (c) 4 organization is non-profit but is NOT tax exempt so money paid to us is not income tax deductible) Running a snowmobile club has never been simple but it tends to get more complex all the time. We owe a special thanks to our Officers, Directors and other volunteers. With your support it makes those long, cold winters something to look forward to!

That’s all for now. Enjoy the New England autumn.

Wolfeboro Snowmobile ClubPO Box 268 Wolfeboro Falls, NH Sue Gaudette; Secretary

Every year, it seems like summer will be a long stretch before we start thinking about our favorite sport;..snowmobiling! And every year, I almost miss the first deadline for the SnoTraveler!

WSC is enjoying a little summer break from meetings. We are happy to have received a summer grant for trail and bridge work for the first time in 2 seasons. This money was very much hoped for, as there is some work to be done to keep our scenic and popular trails safe and ready for riders to enjoy. We will be organizing work parties very soon.

Our President had a bit of a tangle with his health earlier this

Hooper Hill HoppersPO Box 142 Walpole, NH 03608 www.hooperhillhoppers.com Michael Powers – Vice President

What turned out to be a somewhat productive winter ended on a sad note for our club. In April we lost one of our oldest active members George Graves at the young age of 87. I'm sure if any of you ever met him you would remember him. He always had a smile on his face and if you needed any information on anything, he was your man. I had lived in town for 3-4 years and didn't belong to the club so never new him. At my first meeting he was introduced to me and proceeded to tell me where I came from, how long I had been in town, where I lived, who my mother and father were, the names of my brothers & sisters, what I had for a sled and almost what I had eaten that night for supper before coming to the meeting!! Yup, that was George!! I for one will miss our history lessons and the warmth he

was always willing to share. We have started a fund in his name and already have some special plans for the donations we have already received. If you would like to donate just send it to the address above with a note on it saying George Graves Fund.

We got our yearly fund raising efforts off the ground this year at the Walpole Old Home Days in June. The club member help was unbelievable. Thanks' to all of you we had a very successful day and a good start on the year. The weather was perfect and with the help of Scott Surles the food was outstanding as usual! Once again this year we have trail work to be done and bridges that need to be replaced as well as service on the Tucker. More then previous years our fund raising efforts will be crucial this year.

The first event on our fall schedule is the NHSA Grass Drags on October 11th and 12th. We like to have at least 8-9 people per day helping out at the Scotties Good Food booth. This is an all day event so we ask that you sign up for full days only. Please help us this year with this fund raiser if you can. Sign up for one or both days.

Our second fund raiser is the Keene Pumpkin Festival which is slated for October 18th this year. This one requires a lot of help and you can volunteer for 1/2 the day but we prefer all day. I would love to have the same amount of help we had for Old Home days!! You can even dress up in a Halloween costume if you like!! Please put these dates on your calendar and see if you can set aside some time for your club this fall.

Monadnock Sno MolesPO Box 265 Rindge, NH 03461 www.snomoles.org Andy Lawn

Greetings fellow snowmobile enthusiasts from the Monadnock SnoMoles!

The Moles have already begun plotting and planning for the 2014/2015 snowmobile season. We had a Yard Sale on August 23 in order to raise some badly needed funds for groomer repairs and upcoming bridge building project. The Yard Sale was successful and we managed to have a few extra bucks so we had

COOS COUNTY DIRECTOR

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Colebrook Ski-BeesPO Box 125 Colebrook, NH 03576 www.colebrookski-bees.com Diane Herchenroder

Well as of this writing, fall has come to the North Country. Leaves are changing, snowmobile magazines are coming to the house and many of us are starting to think that in a few short months we will be

riding again. We are checking out our gear and sleds to make sure we are ready to ride when the flakes start flying.

The Ski-bees have been busy already preparing for the coming season. Much of the summer was spent surveying which bridges need repair or replacement, getting together material lists, doing repairs, and planning re-routes. Repair crews will most definitely be needed this fall, so check our Facebook page to see when and where crews are needed. There are some very large kiosks that have to be set. They are at trail intersections that are common to the Ski-bees and the Metallak ATV club.

We have also been doing many fundraisers. In June the Ski-bees food shack was at the Colebrook Blessing of the Bikes. In August we had the food shack at the North Country Moose Festival for two days and had our fourth annual golf tournament at the Colebrook Country Club. Thanks to all of you that helped support us during these fundraisers. Many thanks also to Buddy and our cook shack crew for all the time they spent preparing and cooking in the summer heat.

A new fundraising activity for this year is our Big Buck Contest. For a $20 entry fee, there is a nice big pay-out for the biggest buck taken in the area as well as a 2nd and 3rd place prize. If you are just hearing about this it is too late! Entries had to be received by September 14.

A fundraiser, still in the planning stage, is the First Annual Snowmobile/ATV Swapmeet to be held in late October. Look for details on our website, local newspapers and on-line snowmobile sites. A great way to get some cash for your not-needed parts, sleds, ATV, and clothes. Also a way to get some needed things at a good price!

Before I forget, we have many new officers that were elected this past April. President - Amy FalconerVice President - Mike RodevitzTreasurer - Audie PorterSecretary - Diane HerchenroderTrail Master - Chris ChaseTrail Administrator - Francis GrondinMembership - Alison Lynch

Many many thanks to the outgoing officers for all the time and energy that they have given to the Ski-bees over the years.

Thanks to those of you that helped with donations to offset the cost of damages to a local tree farm in Clarksville. Damage was over $1,000 and the cost of a re-route.Circle on your calendar: Nov. 21 - Wild Game Dinner at the Colebrook Country ClubDec. 6 - The OHRV Safety Course

year, but he is up and running just fine now and heading off to Sturgis. He also hosted our annual summer officers/families pizza party at his lovely home. A tradition we have all come to look forward to.

Our 2 Tuckers will be gone over again…one of which gave us an unexpected fit of issues early last season, causing our trails to go through a rough patch, but hopefully everything is fixed and ready to go by snow time.

We meet the first Tuesday of the month at 7PM at the Windrifter Resort on S. Main St., Wolfeboro. New members are always welcome. We have had some newcomers join the club recently and very much welcome some new ideas and helpers. Meetings start in September.

On that note: one of our newcomers has volunteered to take over the duties of Secretary which I have accepted. It has been a great pleasure writing our club notes and news for the past (7?) years and I look forward to seeing you all on the trails.

ourselves a SnoMoles Cookout. We had a great time playing horse shoes and discussing our priorities for this season.

We already completed a small project this summer when we replaced a gate that some overzealous cowboy decided to pull out of the ground with his pick-up truck. Hope he can harness some of that energy to help us maintain trails?!

We also got a call from the State to repair a washout on the railroad bed. We were happy to accommodate that repair but didn’t get much help from the hikers and bikers that frequent the trail?

September 6 we will be building a bridge in New Ipswich, NH. The state helped us with some funding for this bridge which is making this project possible. The land owner has been extremely cooperative and we all know how critical that is.

The SnoMoles have always had a goal in the last few years to improve our trail system to Wilton. Getting through New Ipswich is key to achieving our goal. This trail has been open for a while but has not been particularly user friendly. Hopefully we can get 2 bridges built this fall to make a marked improvement on this section of trail? If we can get to Wilton more readily then it opens up a whole series of trails north of the Monadnock region.

Stay tuned for our progress report in the Sno-Traveler November edition.

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Details on events can be found on our web site as we get closer to the event time.

If you are from the area or here during the week for other reasons, our monthly meeting is on the first Wednesday of the month at the Colebrook Country club at 7:00. Stop by.

The Farmer’s Almanac is calling for another winter like the last one. So get your equipment ready and cross your fingers.

Pittsburg Ridge Runners17 Dickson Lane Pittsburg, NH 03592 www.pittsburgridgerunners.org Curt Shaw, President

Greetings, welcome to fall colors.We are preparing for a new

season once again. Repairs are underway to trail 140 near Cedar Stream Road and the bridge at Mc

Keage’s Camp. We are improving Trail 20 from Indian Stream Road to the park in Pittsburg village. Thank you to all the landowners along the way for your cooperation. These improvements will make the trail much easier to groom and will improve the ride immensely.

We are in discussions with the Trail’s Bureau regarding the logging closures for this season. At this writing things are looking dire for the west side of the system. We are told that Indian Stream Road will be used for logging all the way past Depot Camp. This means the potential loss of a great deal of trail on the west side of Route 3. We are discussing alternative access to the Malvina Loop and sharing road elsewhere. I will keep you all informed as the season approaches. All trails to the east of Route 3 will be available as of this writing.

Happy Trails!

Swift Diamond Riders1411 Diamond Pond Road Stewartstown, NH 03576 www.swiftdiamondriders.com

The Swift Diamond Riders held their annual meeting on Aug. 23rd. There was a good showing of attendance. Tim Anderson, interim chairman, ran the meeting.

At this time, it looks like Four Mile Brook will be open. The Swift from Robber’s Roost to Tracey Brook will be closed. We need to repair a bridge on 134 and another by Little Diamond. Work party schedules will be posted on our website, www.swiftdiamondriders.com. If you need more information or plan to make one of the dates, please call Vicky or Dick at 603-237-8045.

We are planning to be at the Grass Drags this Oct. Come see us there. We will have our new membership forms ( our club dues/memberships have been reduced this year ). Clothing will also be displayed for sale. The dates are

Oct. 10-12, 2014.We voted on officers and

board members. The results were: Tim Anderson, Chairman – Dick LaCombe, Vice-chairman – Secretary, Vicky Schmartz – Treasurer, Kelly Drew – Jeff Haynes, Trail Administrator – Mike Gove, Trail Master, Vinnie Finnigan and Brad Gaudreault finish off the board members. Kevin Drew will be the past president advisor. After more than 24 years with the Swift Diamond Riders, Lloyd and Di Drew have retired from the board.

We voted on some changes to our By-Laws after lengthy discussions. All were approved.

Vicky Schmartz will be in charge of the Warming Hut this year and Di will be there to help out. If there are any other people who would like to volunteer a day or two this winter, please give us a call at the above number.

Our sno-phone is still 237-5845. We wish you all a great fall season.

Waumbek Methna Snowmobile ClubPO Box 115 Jefferson, NH 03583 Submitted by: Debbie Dubois

The middle of August is not the best time to try and write something in regards to snowmobiling. I’m still in vacation at the beach mode, at least mentally if not physically. However, with the gentle encouragement of our president, Gil, (bless his heart!) I will try and get a few notes down to bring everyone up to date on the news in Jefferson.

Our Landowner Appreciation Cook-out in June wrapped up our activities for the 2013-14 season. Unfortunately very few landowners were able to attend but those that did enjoyed the delicious food prepared and cooked by Gil, Sherry, and Mike and spent an enjoyable afternoon visiting with old and new friends.

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Evelyn Ferrell1059 Route 118

Dorchester, NH 03266603-786-2770

[email protected]

Alexandria Ledge Climbers 80 Patten Road Alexandra, NH 03222 Alexandrialedgeclimbers.org Lucy Ford

Welcome to the 26th season of the Alexandria ledge climbers snowmobile club.

This year we have a few challenges in front of us. First and foremost are the Tuckers tracks. Last year we had quite a

few breakdowns due to worn out track rubber. I would like to thank all of you that helped in putting back together and or putting the tracks back on not an easy thing especially when it’s cold.

On September 28th and 29 we will be replacing the track rubber with new and can use all the help we can get. The work will be done at the fords house starting at 10am. Lunch will be provided on both days provided we need both days to complete the transformation.

Last year we started a new website Alexandrialedgeclimbers.org this is a great place to get up to date information on the trails, club and trail conditions. Bob Armstrong has taken on the task of being our web master and has done a great job.

We also have a face book page that has some great photos anyone with any photos that they would like to share can send them to [email protected] and I will put them up.

We are going to try once again to do a cookout on the trail for a fund raiser last year we did not have the snow for it. I have put 2 dates the calendar and we will send out reminders when it gets close.

We also have done Yankee candle at Christmas this seems to be a good fund raiser also so you can be looking for the info in the mail happy shopping.

All events that we do are subject to weather so please call 603-744-5497 before any meeting or event to make sure we are still having it.

See you on the trail. Think Snow

Bridgewater Mountain Snowmobile Club PO Box 368 New Hampton, NH 03256 www.bridgewatermtnsmc.org

From the BMSC Board of Directors, thank you to all the club members and "fans" for making last year one to remember. Why? We had great weather for sledding and we had an interactive season with club members. We had our first official club trail ride/cookout in many years and we updated you on trail conditions frequently and you provided great feedback

through Facebook and emails. So THANK YOU!

This summer was the big overhaul season for the club's groomer; the Bombardier BR180. Instead of spending more of our funds for a new groomer, we decided to do a significant overhaul to the groomer and spend a fraction of the cost of a new machine. Despite our thoughtful attempts to budget for this expense through grants from the State, some unforeseen repair bills have fallen on the club's shoulders.

We will always look to earn your membership renewals through our grooming efforts and communication with members during the season. It would help the club immensely if we earned your renewal now in early fall to help with our groomer repair expense bills. We greatly appreciate any extra donation to the groomer repairs as well. We're taking every precaution possible to ensure that the groomer is not broken down in the middle of the winter.

We love hearing from you! Please provide feedback anytime during the year and always know that the club operates through a group of dedicated volunteers that welcomes your participation. You can message us through Facebook or send us an email through the website.

Our monthly club meetings are at the Newfound Grocery Store in Bridgewater on the 1st Saturday of the month at 7pm. We will notify you through the website and Facebook as when the meetings will start up again this season. All are welcome to attend the meetings, hear what’s going on, and meet other members who love snowmobiling and enjoy the trails just like you. All clubs exist because someone volunteers their time; we hope to see you soon!

Littleton Off Road RidersPO Box 281 Littleton, NH 03561 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lists/291529787672412 Scott Simons

It has been a busy off season for the Littleton Off Road Riders snowmobile club. In May we had elections of officers and the Board of Directors. Jena Hayes stepped up for the position of President, Steven Hight for Vice President and the Treasurer is Melissa Hartshorn. Several people stepped up for the Board of Director positions. We would like to thank our past President, Todd Hartshorn for all he has done in the past years. Todd will continue to be active in

Our trusty BR180 getting overhauled

our groomer activities. During the summer Jena stepped down from her president position so she could focus on the Assistant Country Director for Grafton country. Steve Hight was “promoted” to the acting President position.

During the summer Steve has been out in the community knocking on doors trying to raise money for the club. He has been doing a great job and has been able to obtain enough donations to cover the insurance on our groomer. Steve also worked with the Mt Eustis ski tow committee to get our trail rerouted around the ski area.

Trail maintenance will be starting in the next few weeks and we can use all the help we can get for the 100 miles of trails that we support. There are some bridges that will need attention to fix a few “holes”, that I am sure we all came across in our travels this past winter.

We are seeking new members. Feel free to join the Littleton Off Road Riders snowmobile club as by contacting [email protected] or by attending one of our club meetings held at the Littleton Senior center. Please check the Littleton Off Road Riders Facebook page for the meeting dates. Our meetings start at 7:00PM. Dues are $20 per year for single or $25for family membership. We certainly hope you can join us!

My thought for this season: Please respect the landowners that our trails traverse. Without their permission and without the work of club members, our Littleton and NH snowmobile trail system would not exist.

Mt. Cardigan Snowmobile ClubPO Box 203 Canaan, NH 03741 www.mtcardigansnowmobile.com Debbie Mason, Secretary

I hope everyone has been able to enjoy their summer. It seems as though we have only had only one really hot week of summer, I hope that doesn’t mean we are going to have a really warm fall.

Thanks to everyone who came out to support us at our annual concession during Canaan Old Home days. We were able to get a lot of donations from local businesses and that allowed us to have a successful weekend. Thank you Dawn, Justin, Bruce, Alice, Tina, Helen, Keith, Ben, the Kondi family, Emily and the Hurley family without all of you the weekend could not have been as successful or fun. Also thank you, Walter Buckwold for

donating the wood that we raffled off. For the first time in many years we entered a float into the parade to thank our landowners and our sponsors. The Granite State Youth Trail Blazers from Canaan did a great job with the float and we got 3rd place in the float division.

Due to some summer storms we have some trail work to do this fall. The more volunteers we have the faster it can get done.

Some of us are working at the grass drags in Fremont October 10-12 but it doesn’t seem like work when you are having fun. I would encourage you to check it out.

I would like to congratulate Alix Hurley for winning the NHSA’s book scholarship. We will miss working with her on the trails this fall as she is off to study at Castleton.

Our club meetings will start October 17 at 7:30 at the fish and game club house on Ball Park Rd in Canaan. All are welcome and encouraged to come.

Think Snow!

White Mountain Snowmobile ClubPO Box 721 Lincoln, NH 03251 whitemountainsnowmobileclub.org Jeff Ingalls, Vice President

As I notice the leaves already starting to change at the higher elevations around the Lincoln/ Woodstock area and the dwindling population around our humming bird feeders I know fall is right around the corner. The summer seemed to fly by, its seems as only yesterday I was in negotiations for the Memorial Day Weekend “honey do” list and this morning I opened negotiations for the Labor Day Weekend “honey do” list. The silver lining is that snow is on the way!

Our club elections were held last May at our final club meeting. The following officials were voted to continue to lead our club in the year ahead.President – Rick CastonVice Pres. – Jeff IngallsTreasurer – Lee GeierSecretary – (vacant)Board of Directors: John Mackay, Dave Rousell, Dick Wolfe, Larry VanceTrail Administrator: Jarrett Ham and the Trail Master appointed by Jarrett is Jeff Ingalls.

We closed last season with our end of season volunteer and landowner’s banquet at the American Legion Post 83 in Lincoln. A big Thank You to Mark Houde and his wife Paula for a

Membership renewal forms will be in the mail and online by October 1st. Please try and finalize your membership early as it really helps to save a lot of confusion and frustration when you are ready to ride. Along with the application forms will be the opportunity to purchase a ticket for the “Race Into Winter” raffle by NHSA. Tickets are actually available now for the 2015 Artic Cat ZR4000 and can be purchased by emailing Sherry at [email protected]. Only 1000 tickets will be sold at $20.00 each. Proceeds from the raffle are distributed amongst the participating clubs. This is a great way to help support the club financially. Last year your purchases helped us to earn more than $500.00.

A few projects are on tap to be completed before the snow arrives. The 2011 Tucker Groomer is scheduled to have the tracks replaced. Club members will be replacing a bridge on Corridor 5 (pipeline) near 115A and a wood shed will be constructed at the warming hut. Anyone interested in helping out with these last two projects should send a note to the above email address for schedule information.

As always we invite your suggestions and participation. The first meeting of the 2014 season will be coming right up in September. Hope to see you there!

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super meal followed with great dessert that only contributed to my “groomer gut”! The evening would have ended without incident but for a disintegrating plastic fork that wounded Dave Perkins in the right hand. Luckily Jarrett stepped forward to give him the summer off from trail work so he could heal and be ready for fall. In all seriousness Thank You to all the volunteers and landowners who step forward to make it possible for the club to offer a great trail system locally.

Our monthly club meetings will kick off on September 8 at 6:30PM at the club’s office at Lin-Wood Auto Center in Lincoln. Meetings will continue monthly at 6:30PM on the first Monday of the month until May. We encourage our members to sign up early for this season’s club membership. This helps clear up a must-do item for each of us and assures the continued mailing of your copy of the Sno-Traveler, which is published six times a season. It also helps aid our budget plans for repairs/fuel for our groomers/drags. Membership forms can be printed from our website. If you don’t have a membership form, please just jot your name, address, and email address down and mail to the club along with a check for $30.00 (the same for both single and family memberships) to the clubs address at the top of this column. Thanks and welcome back. Remember YOU are the CLUB and are always invited and welcomed at our scheduled monthly club meetings.

A breakfast at the American Legion Post 83 in Lincoln is scheduled for late November or early December with the ability to renew your club membership. More info to follow in the club’s Fall Newsletter and on/in local media.

Wishing you all a great fall and safe travels amongst the “peepers” and as always THINK SNOW!

HILLSBORO COUNTY DIRECTOR

Bill Bolton42 Norris Road

Weare NH 03281603-529-0616

[email protected]

Hudson Sno-Men41 Chase Road Londonderry, NH 03053 Michelle Rodrigue

Dear fellow snowmobilers,I hope that you all had a good

summer. But now it is time to talk about winter coming up soon. We are going to start our regular meetings with our first one being held on September 17th at the Hudson Rec Center in Hudson NH. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. We have our meetings every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Back in May we had elections so our President is Bill Schmerder, Vice President is Gil Breault and our Treasurer is Harold Case and Secretary Michelle Rodrigue. We elected two Board of directors Denis Rodrigue and Amos Wintle and now Karl Rodrigue is in charge of membership. In November we will have our Flea Market and sometimes in December we will have our Safety course. On these words enjoy the rest of the summer and fall.

Merrimack Sno-BudsPO Box 833 Merrimack, NH 03054 http://snobuds.com Steve McCarthy

Merrimack Sno-Buds commended by NH governor

Members of the Merrimack Sno-Buds snowmobile club met with Gov. Maggie Hassan in Concord on April 15 and were presented with a commendation for their “dedication and support to their community and state.”

Since 1976, the Sno-Buds have donated $311,422 to New Hampshire Easter Seals, $10,870 to the Merrimack Heating Assistance program and $1,045 to Wasserman Camp in Merrimack.

Meeting Dates for 2014----2015 at Merrimack Town Hall, 6 Baboosic Lake Rd, MerrimackSept 3 - Memorial RoomSept 29 - Memorial Room (County Meeting)Oct 1 - Memorial RoomNov 5 - Memorial RoomNov 26 - Memorial RoomDec 3 - Memorial RoomJan 7 - Memorial RoomJan 21 - Matthew Thornton RoomFeb 4 - Memorial RoomFeb 18 - Matthew Thornton RoomMarch 4 - Memorial Room March 18 - Matthew Thornton Room ActivitiesSept 27 - Merrimack Fall FestivalNov 15 - Snowmobile Safety Class @ Law Motor Freight

That’s it for this month. Think snow, ride safely and best regards,

Merrimack Sno-BudsHollis Nor’Easters PO Box 517 Hollis, NH 03049 www.noreasters.org Doug Cleveland, Treasurer

The Hollis Nor’Easters Snowmobile Club elected the following officers and directors for the 2014-2015 season at the March Annual Meeting: President - Doug Sattler, Vice President - Trevor Hardy, Treasurer - Doug Cleveland, Secretary - Sue Keough, Membership Coordinator - Jeanne Cleveland, directors with terms expiring in 2017 - Amos White, Jon Lavoie and Joe Vallier. Andrew White was elected to complete the term of Sherry Wyskiel who decided to resign after several years of dedicated service. Andrew’s term expires in 2015 along with Dave Jennings and Tim Martineau. Our other three directors whose terms expire in 2016 are Jeff Peters, Dave DiTullio and Michael McLaughlin. Last season the Nor’Easters had our best year ever with more than 700 members and plenty of snow for great riding.

Our monthly club meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month from September through April, starting at 7:00 PM at the Lawrence Barn Community center on Depot Road in Hollis, just down the street from the Hollis Town Hall. All are welcome to attend, and membership applications and trail maps will be available at all meetings. In order to avoid uninterrupted delivery of the Sno-Traveler it is strongly recommended that you renew your club membership as soon as possible. After this issue of the Sno-Traveler you must be a NHSA member to receive future issues starting with the November issue. It is also a good idea to renew your club membership early so you can register your sleds and be ready to ride before snow flies and avoid the last minute rush.

This spring the Nor’Easters helped the State clean up Silver Lake State Park prior to the summer season. We power raked the beach and raked up the entire park area as our way to say thanks to the State for letting us use the parking area and trails through the park in the winter. Also in May several of our members attended the NHSA Annual Meeting in West Lebanon where NH Fish & Game explained the new sled registration process for the upcoming season. This summer we purchased a new

(used) drag to be used primarily on some of our narrower trails, and also a new John Deere tractor which will be used to pull our largest drags.

We hope you all had a nice summer. As usual, several club members, most notably Amos White, our Trail Administrator, and Jeff Peters, our Assistant Trail Administrator, have been working on trail improvements over the spring and summer. Rocks and stumps were removed and wood chips laid down on several trails which were also widened. Amos led a volunteer trail crew of students who improved several trails in Hollis, Brookline and Wilton, including construction of a new bridge on Primary Trail 501. Significant work was also done to improve the Rail Trail in Brookline. We were happy to be able to assist the Brookline Icebreakers and Wilton Lyndeborough Winter Wanderers in improving some of their trails, which are an important part of our overall regional trail system. The Nor’Easters would like to take this opportunity to thank all the landowners who allow us to use the trails across their property. Our groomed trail system connects from the Hollis Town Forest and Silver Lake State Park to trails in Brookline, Mason, Milford and Wilton (Corridor 13).

This year the Nor’Easters annual college scholarship was awarded to Sara Swabowicz of Hollis whose family is a member of our club. The Nor’Easters again participated in the Hollis Old Home Day on September 13 where we had a float in the parade and a booth promoting our sport, with membership applications, trail maps, and other snowmobiling information available. The Nor’Easters again plan to have our annual pre-season BBQ cookout on Saturday November 8 at the Brookdale Fruit Farm, hosted by the Hardy family who have been club members since the founding of

the club in 1970. Also, our annual snowmobile safety class will be held on Saturday November 1. Check our new web site at www.noreasters.org for details on club activities and to download a membership application or to sign up for the snowmobile safety class. See you all at the Grass Drags October 10-12 where a number of our Nor’Easters members will be working again this year, and THINK SNOW.

Southern New Hampshire Snow Slickers26-B Raymond Road Deerfield, NH 03037 www.snowslickers.org Bill Lincoln, Director - Communications

We hope everyone is having an amazing summer! Things are starting to get rolling preparing for the 2014-2015 snow season. Last year we saw near record good conditions in southern NH, amazing riding, amazing grooming, and some of the best conditions most people can remember within the southern trail systems! Big thank you to all of our groomer operators, as well as our maintenance teams who worked many, many extra hours to keep our trails mint! It’s also very exciting that our own Ray Philibotte and Jacob Labbe were named NHSA Snowmobiler Of The Year, and Junior Snowmobiler Of The Year, (respectively) for 2014! We are all very proud to have two of our members receive these awards!

All that snow meant an extra hard year on our equipment. Our ‘97 machine that grooms Bear Brook State Park was in need of a much needed refurbish, ending the season with major electrical and track/drive system issues, among

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other things. Like many clubs, we received only a fraction of the GIA for which we applied to conduct important repairs to that machine, and we will be doing the best we can with what we were given. Our other two groomers need some work as well, and our maintenance team has already begun work to make sure these are ready for the snow. Remember: every donation you make to your club helps! Snowmobile clubs live off your memberships, so the earlier you join, the better prepared we are for the season.

October’s general meeting will be on Monday October 20th @ 7:00PM, and our annual pork roast will be on Saturday October 25th 4p-7p. Check out our website for a full calendar of this season’s events. If you’re interested in helping with our social events, we always need help there too! Contact [email protected]

We are also launching a new Facebook group. After seeing the success other clubs had with using Facebook groups as a place for members to interact, we will be converting from our old ‘page’ to a new group format. You can join by visiting https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowslickers/. This will allow members to interact with each other much easier than our old forums or Facebook page.

As a reminder, we offer onsite trailer parking for Snow Slickers members at our clubhouse in Candia! No need to tow up; just drive up and ride. The cost per trailer is $150 for six months, or $275 for the whole year.

The club is run by volunteers and we need your help. We are currently looking for people to man our booth at the Grass Drags our membership desks at the clubhouse and local dealers starting in December. If you're able to help with either of these please contact [email protected]

See you all on the trails soon! Enjoy the fall because winter is coming!

Uncanoonuc MountaineersPO Box 486 Goffstown, NH 03045603-497-4023 uncanoonucmountaineers.org Linda Lambert – Secretary

Hi readers,Welcome to the 2014-15

snowmobile season. I’m so glad the summer months are behind me now—I HATE the heat!

Yes, it’s me again! As I sit here writing this article I feel both

happy and sad. I’m happy because having to write this article means it’s almost winter. (OK, well, we’re at least a day closer!) And, I’m sad (x2)—1st for me, because our club still can’t find anyone to take the Publicity position and write this article; and 2nd for all of you who, unfortunately, have to put up with me and my writing AGAIN! I really did try to save you from me. Sorry I failed. Let’s move on before I cry.

The Uncanoonuc Mt’eers ended last season and began this one at our May Banquet with the exact same board members. In fact, we’ve had most of the same board members for over 15 years. Our president, Al Lambert is entering his 15th year as prez, treasurer, Lee Forcier has in at least 20 years, I’ve been secretary or social director for 18 years, and the list goes on. Does your club have the same longevity problem? I thought so.

By the time you read this we will have had our 1st board meeting and club meeting, and our calendar of events will be in place. You can visit us at our newly designed website.

With that being said, many thanks to UM member Karl Towsley and his talented son and daughter for their extraordinary work updating, revamping, and making our website more user friendly. Karl and his family received the “President’s Award” (the highest award given by our club) at our May Banquet for the many, many hours they have spent (and continue to spend) to improve our website. Karl is fairly new to our club and stepped up to the plate in our time of need. That speaks volumes about who Karl is!! Wonderful and talented!

How did you all do with gardens this year? I failed miserably at that, too, this year. Tomato plants just wouldn’t grow, the cuke & zucchini plants were kept neatly trimmed by the deer (they just love the tiny, succulent leaves at the tips of each shoot), but the corn grew up big and beautiful until a raccoon discovered that nobody else was eating the preemie cobs. Even my flowers did poorly. I’m blaming all the rain we had for my failure.

On the bright side, all my wild animals were fed and happy. Some took pleasure in the garden while others like the fox, skunks and opossum found pleasure in eating the sunflower seeds that fell from my bird feeders. Even the raccoon loved the sunflower seeds but he chose to bend the pole to get fresh seeds directly from the feeder. I thought the bear was back

when I saw the bent pole, but then one night I caught the bandit in the act—busted Mr. Raccoon!

Sincere, well-deserved thanks to Mandy Matheson for all her time, patience, effort and diligence in serving as Assistant County Director. You will be missed. Hope you’ll be able to come to a county meeting every now and then and sit on the “other” side of the table.

Thank you, Bill Bolton for all you continue to do for our county. We all appreciate it. We look forward to meeting and working with the new Assistant Director, Wendy Parker.

And lastly, thank you to all who took the time to read my corny article yet again.

Prep your machines early as snow is coming sooner than you think!!

Weare Winter WanderersPO Box 513 Weare, NH 03086 www.wearewinterwandererssc.org Dave Ward - Publicity Director

Summer is coming to an end and planning for the new riding year is under way. The trail maintenance plans are being made. Repairs to both trails and equipment will take place soon. The cook trailer is being made ready for the grass drags in Epping. Extensive upgrades have been made to the trailer which include a new look. The menu at the grass drags will include our famous hand cut french fries along with our sausage subs and will also include some new items. The pulled pork has become a new favorite. Be sure to stop by while you are at the grass drags and say hi. All of this would not be possible without the countless hours of time put in by our many volunteers. We thank them all for their dedication to the club and the sport of snowmobiling. Due to the help of this large and diverse group of volunteers, the Weare Winter Wanders is proud having been chosen as the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association Snowmobile Club of the Year!! This is a direct result of the tireless efforts of our volunteers.

The club welcomes its new president Mr. Bill Bolton to his new duties. Bill has been active with the club for many years and is an avid snowmobiler logging as many miles on his sled per winter as most of us do in our cars. Along with him, new on the board this year or elected to a new position are, Dan Johnson, Trail Master, Melissa Boudreau, Vice President, Cheryl Pizzale, Secretary, Naomi

Bolton, Treasurer and Linda Merrill, Social Director. Thanks to all the officers and volunteers, both past and present for making this club what it has become...the 2014 club of the year.

During our annual meeting awards for volunteerism above and beyond went to Wayne Hood, Bill Bolton, Marc Philips, Russ Mathason as well as the entire Hill Climb Committee. In addition to these awards there was a long list of junior members who all helped out on trail work last year. These young members were awarded certificates of appreciation. These members are the future of the club and the sport. Congratulations to all and job well done. A special thanks to our outgoing president Mr. Wayne Hood. Wayne brought a fresh look and new energy to the board and has started wheels turning that will make a difference for years to come. Planning for the NH Hillclimb Challenge is well under way. The event grows each year and has become a must see if you have not already done so. The event includes demo rides for all, the hill climb race, Vintage oval racing and drag racing. All at the same mountain on the same day. It's a great fun day to wrap up the season with. See you all out at the Grass Drags as we Race Into Winter!!

MERRIMACK COUNTY DIRECTOR

Beth Horvath-PalmerPO Box 249

N. Sutton, NH 03260 603-927-6364

[email protected]

Andover Snowmobile ClubPO Box 332 Andover, NH 03216 andoversnowmobileclub.com By Allan Houle

As we look forward to the 2014/2015 season we can only hope that we have as good a winter as we had last year, once the ice passed us, we had some good conditions for the remaining of the winter.

Our 4th of July Event was a wash-out this summer. With excellent preparation put forth for the event, the only thing that we cannot control is the weather.

Thank you to all that worked so hard to make this event work.

Trail work will begin this month with a lot effort being put forth in trimming to minimize the effects of ice and heavy snow on limbs. We faced quite a few low hanging limbs from last year’s ice and wet snow storms and where slowed down having to clear the trail prior to grooming after such storms

Club meetings are held on the second Monday of each month from September through April. This year’s officers and directors are: President: Allan Houle, Vice President: Pat Frost, Secretary: Lisa Meier, Treasurer: Mike Henderson, Trail Master: Greg Miller, Directors: Craig Mayo, Todd Miller, Tom Heath and Jeff Monahan.

Work has begun on this year’s Club Calendar, you can contact Susan Nelson if you would like to have your special dates recognized on the calendar. We started a new fundraiser last year with a club money calendar that did very well for its first year, look for it again this year.

We are also working on creating a new Club Trail map for this season, Todd Miller and team have been very active getting all of the GPS information in order and have made some good progress on the new map. This will be a welcomed upgrade for our trail users.

Upcoming Events will be our Annual Italian Buffet held on the last Saturday of January. We will also be hosting our Annual Highland Lake Snofest in February, stay tuned to our website for the actual date, speaking of our website you can find us at www.andoversnowmobileclub.com.

Happy Sledding

New Hampshire Trail DawgsPO Box 45 Suncook, NH 03275 www.nhtraildawgs.com Lisa Meffert - Secretary

The kids have gone back to school, summer vacations are over, and thoughts are returning to those cool fall and snowy winter months ahead of us - hopefully the upcoming snowmobile season will be another great one!

The Trail Dawgs are looking forward to it and have started to prepare. During the next month we will be working on cleaning up the brush and tree growth on the Range Road trails and hope to re-open a closed trail by replacing a bridge.

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by Allan Houle

As we approach another winter season we would like

to extend an open invitation for you to enjoy the Museum this upcoming season. The Museum is open on Saturdays during the winter months. You can visit us via auto or snowmobile trail. We are located in the Museum Complex in Bear Brook State Park, located in Allenstown, N.H. We can be reached by telephone at (603) 807-8900 or contacted via email at [email protected]; you can also visit our website at nhsnowmobilemuseum.com.

We would like to thank everyone that came out in support of our Spring Swap Meet this past June, what a great day we had. The weather was awesome we had quite a few vendors on site with many people in attendance. These Swap Meets have been very popular and only get bigger and bigger each year

Other Upcoming Events for the 2014/2015 Season will be:

Fall Swap Meet will be held on September 20, 2014 at the Museum Complex in Bear Brook State Park. This event runs from 8:00 a.m. through 2 p.m. and will be held rain or shine. The Museum

will be open for your enjoyment and food and beverages will be available on site. This is a good place to sell or find that special machine, collectable, or part that you may have or are looking for. People travel from all over the North East and Canada to attend this event. The attendance has been great from both vendors and buyers.

Antique/Vintage Display Tent at the NHSA Grass Drags and Water Cross Event – Friday October, 10th through Sunday October 12th. Come visit us at the NHSA Grass Drag Vintage Tent and enjoy our display. We will have an enclosed 40’ X 60’ Tent with approximately 30 machines on display along with collectable museum clothing for sale. We will also have our Raffle Sled on display. The Raffle Sled is one of our major fundraiser for this year.

2014 Raffle SledFor our 2014 Raffle Sled we have

chosen an early model Arctic Cat Kitty Cat. These machines were made as an entry sled for youth. The four main manufacturers of today still offer a youth entry level sled similar to the Kitty Cat, featuring a 60 cc power plant, these

were good machines to teach the little one on a good packed snow course. Tickets are $2.00 each, 3 tickets for $5.00 or 15 tickets for $20.00. Tickets will be available at the Fall Swap Meet in Sept. You can also send us a request for tickets through our email address or purchase from Museum staff members. We will have the sled on display and tickets will be available at the NHSA Grass Drags and Water Cross Event on Oct. 10, 11, and 12th in Freemont, N.H. The sled will also be awarded at

this event on Sunday Oct. 12th at the Museum Display Tent. Please contact us by phone or by email with any questions. Thank you!

The Winter Rally will be held on Sunday February 14th and 15th, 2015. This will be our 30th Anniversary and we are planning a special event. We will provide more information regarding the Feature Sled and the plans for festivities for the two day event.

The museum will be open, and the fireplaces will be going, hot food and beverage will be

available on site for the event. Many of the machines on display in the field area will be enjoying the riding area. We also have a vintage ride through the groomed trails within Bear Brook State Park when conditions allow. This is a good day to step back in time and see how this sport of snowmobiling started. You will see many interesting modes of snow travel on display.

The 2014/2015 Winter Season is about to begin, Enjoy! Thank You! ❄

This is a photo is from a previous Winter Rally of a 1966 Arctic Cat – Did you know that Artic Cat were once “Red and White”?

Photo from the Spring Swap Meet

Photo from last year’s Vintage Tent Display

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ROCKINGHAM COUNTY DIRECTOR

Dave Copeland43 Blaisdell Drive

Northwood, NH 03261603-942-8303

[email protected]

Derry PathfindersPO Box 692 Derry, NH 03038 www.derrypathfinders.org Kathy Messana

It can happen quite unexpectedly. An event that becomes “frozen in time” or etched into your memory. We are quite fortunate to live in New Hampshire where we are often mesmerized by the weather, and where nature allows us to encounter the great outdoors during all four seasons. For those of us who relish the winter as much as any other season – it’s coming! But before we can enjoy the bounty of white which allows us to create memorable riding experiences, we still have lots to do during the fall.

Fall is truly a great time to join your local snowmobile club. Come join us and make some memorable moments before we gear up and hit the trail. We will be holding meetings, working on trail maintenance, and participating in local events in the community – all while we watch the seasons

change right before our eyes. Yes, no doubt, you are a busy person. If you choose to squeeze us into your schedule, you will find that you did a great thing for yourself and your family.

If you haven’t taken one before, this year is the perfect time for you to take a snowmobile safety class. We strongly encourage all riders to take the course at least once. And we suggest that families take the course together. We all want to be safe on the trail.

Thank you to all Derry Pathfinders for all that you do. Thank you to all who have stepped up to take on an active role. Without such dedicated people, we wouldn’t have such a high-spirited, little club located in the southern part of the state. This snowmobile season brings some changes in our elected offices, and a big change within social media. So, check us out on the web at www.derrypathfinders.org or find us on Facebook, where you can like us.

Enjoy the change of the seasons, get active with your local club, and start crossing off the days until winter finally arrives.

Blow Me Down SnowridersPO Box 221 Cornish Flat, NH 04746 John Berry, Trail Administrator

The Blow Me Down Snowriders were successful this summer in their endeavor to erect a new warming hut on the club’s own property located very closely in proximity to their old hut. Many members were instrumental in making this happen but I would especially like to acknowledge our assistant trail master Ken. We are fortunate as a club to have him as an active member and he lives close by to our new warming hut thus providing our new hut regular monitoring.

Ken has been instrumental in clearing our lot location for the hut by cutting trees and organizing brush clearing parties. He volunteered to rake and level the lot as well as seed it to his high standards. After clearing all necessary trees Ken then cut and split the wood for snowmobilers to enjoy the warmth this upcoming cold and snowy snowmobile season. Ken also laid the foundation of our warming hut by excavating the site, hauling in the necessary fill and then compacting the site to level perfection. He was instrumental in placing our new hut exactly in the right location and performed the finishing touches to the exterior by placing stone steps to our front door.

Ken also operates our Holland tractor groomer regularly grooming our section of Corridor 5 as well as sections of our primary trails. Anyone who had the privilege of riding these trails last year knows just what a fantastic grooming job he does. He is also our chief mechanic as his knowledge of all equipment is excellent and thus he keeps the tractor in tiptop running mode.

We regularly choose Ken to oversee and use his equipment when doing trail work in the season following our club’s fundraiser activity of running our food booth at the Cornish Fair the 3rd week of August each year.

Wow is we lucky to have Ken as an active member. Please consider joining our club this year and enjoying our new warming hut and supporting Ken and our club in our efforts to make snowmobiling on our trails a rewarding experience this coming winter. ❄

the following 2014/2015 Directors & Officers:Mike Poulin – PresidentJake Pfaff – Vice PresidentLisa Meffert – SecretaryRoger Leroux – TreasurerKevin Gagne – Trail AdministratorJake Pfaff – Trail MasterGeorge Vaillancourt – Equipment ManagerDeb McDonald – Memberships

At the same meeting, George Vaillancourt was presented with the “President’s Award” for his continued support and dedication to our Club. Congratulations George and thanks for everything!

We hold our meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Kimballs Cavern (back meeting room), 351 Pembroke Street, Pembroke, @ 7:00. We are always looking for new members and volunteers to strengthen our club; please feel free to join us.

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1. YOU SHOULD WEAR YOUR HELMET EVERY TIME YOU RIDE

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5. Racing on the trails is highly encourage.

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COLEBROOK TWO FAMILY HOUSEGREAT HOUSE! – FANTASTIC VIEWS! Snowmobile club, recreational or business! Enjoy 4 seasons in this charming farmhouse built in 1860 - addition built in the 1960’s, with many renovations in ’04 -‘13. Main house has a family room w/new windows to enjoy the spectacular view, kitchen, pantry, dining room, 4 bedrooms, laundry area, 2 ½ baths, whirlpool tub, front porch and many more nooks to explore. Original wood floors and woodwork make this property a gem! Apt. has living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, laundry area, wood fireplace.

PLEASE CONTACT RAYMOND E. DAVIS REAL ESTATE 603-237-4400 RAYDAVISREALESTATE.INFO LISTING #3762c

ISOC and AMSOIL Championship Snocross, powered by Ram, announce multi-year television deal with CBS Sports NetworkNORTH BRANCH, MN. (SEPT. 6, 2014) - Officials with the International Series of Champions (ISOC) - in conjunction with 48th annual Hay Days - announced today a multi-year deal between AMSOIL Championship Snocross, powered by Ram, and CBS Sports Network.

The new television package-kicks off on Sunday, Dec. 7 on the CBS Television Network with a one-hour show. Programming continues on CBS Sports Network with 17 one-hour shows airing on Sundays beginning on Dec. 14, including a one-hour live show on Sunday, March 15, 2015.

"Starting the season on CBS sets the stage for a highly-anticipated season of AMSOIL Championship Snocross racing on CBS Sports Network from New York to South Dakota - and points in between," said ISOC Director of Operations and Racing, Carl Schubitzke. "This will be the first time ever in the sport of snocross racing history that the opening program will air on broadcast television."

CBS Sports Network is available across the country through local cable, video and telco providers and via satellite on DirecTV Channel 221 and Dish Network Channel 158. For more information, including a full

programming schedule and how to get CBS Sports Network, go to www.cbssportsnetwork.com.

On the Emmy-nominated production side, Joe Harewicz returns to head up the Long Haul Productions team, while Digital Wave TV's Ray Colaiacovo mans the AMSOIL Championship Snocross production truck.

Beginning with AMSOIL Championship Snocross' season-opening round in Duluth, Minn. and running through the season finale in Lake Geneva, Wis. CBS Sports Network will air 17 one hour programs of the ACS races. ❄

Polaris Industries Inc. Receives Symbol of Appreciation from Boy Scouts of AmericaSpecial print honors Polaris’ partnership and commitment to Off-Road Vehicle Safety and Environmental SustainabilityMINNEAPOLIS (AUG. 18, 2014) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII) received a one-of-a-kind print from the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) in appreciation for its commitment to a 10-year partnership to provide age-appropriate vehicles, safety equipment and safety instruction to BSA camps across the nation. This token of appreciation was presented during a special ceremony at Polaris’ 60th Anniversary celebration held in Minneapolis.

“Polaris, like so many of the partners that the Boy Scouts of America has, represents the best when it comes to the growth of young people,” said Brad Farmer, BSA Assistant Chief of Scouts, during the ceremony. “We are proud of this partnership with Polaris that helps us in our commitment to provide programs that build the character of young people and train them for life.”

The original print presented to Polaris Chairman and CEO Scott Wine and Polaris President and COO Bennett Morgan during the ceremony was created by award-winning artist Greg Newbold, who has also created cover art for several issues of BSA’s Boys Life and Scouting Life magazines.

“Polaris is excited to partner with the Boys Scouts of America and work together to implement a program that introduces youth to outdoor sports with an emphasis on safety, responsible riding and respect for the environment,” said Wine. “A special thanks to the entire BSA organization for the beautiful print and the opportunity to help educate the youth of today on these important issues.”

The partnership, which began this spring, stems from Polaris’ commitment to promoting youth safety on its products, environmental respect and the

benefits of outdoor activities. Available to BSA’s almost 3 million youth members, the Polaris ATV Safety Program will teach basic riding practices and offer participants a chance to earn safety patches.

Vehicles provided through the program include the easy-to-use Phoenix 200s and Sportsman 570 EXTs. As part of the donation, Polaris will adjust models as needed and replace older units over time to ensure that Scouts always have the most up-to-date and age-appropriate vehicles available.

This partnership with BSA builds on Polaris’ strong history of supporting youth-focused off-road vehicle safety programs including Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota, the Salvation Army’s Northwood’s Camp, Shriner’s Hospital for Children, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux and the Michigan Department of Resources

and sponsorships of 4-H Traveling ATV Safety Classrooms.

About PolarisPolaris 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 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. ❄

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Government Data Show U.S. in Decade-Long CoolingJames Taylor, Contributor (originally published on www.forbes.com)

The National Oceanic and Atmospher ic

Administration’s most accurate, up-to-date temperature data confirm the United States has been cooling for at least the past decade. The NOAA temperature data are driving a stake through the heart of alarmists claiming accelerating global warming.

Responding to widespread criticism that its temperature station readings were corrupted by poor siting issues and suspect adjustments, NOAA established a network of 114 pristinely sited temperature stations spread out fairly uniformly throughout the United States. Because the network, known as the U.S. Climate Reference Network (USCRN), is so uniformly and pristinely situated, the temperature data require no adjustments to provide an accurate nationwide temperature record. USCRN began compiling temperature data in January 2005. Now, nearly a decade later, NOAA has finally made the USCRN temperature readings available.

According to the USCRN temperature readings, U.S. temperatures are not rising at all – at least not since the network became operational 10 years ago. Instead, the United States has cooled by approximately 0.4 degrees Celsius, which is more than half of the claimed global warming of the twentieth century.

Of course, 10 years is hardly enough to establish a long-term trend. Nevertheless, the 10-year cooling period does present some interesting facts.

First, global warming is not so dramatic and uniform as alarmists claim. For example, prominent alarmist James Hansen claimed in 2010, “Global warming on decadal time scales is continuing without letup… effectively illustrat[ing] the monotonic and substantial warming that is occurring on decadal time scales.” The word “monotonic” means, according to Merriam-Webster Online, “having the property either of never increasing or of never decreasing as the values of the independent variable or the subscripts of the terms increase.” Well, either

temperatures are decreasing by 0.4 degrees Celsius every decade or they are not monotonic.

Second, for those who may point out U.S. temperatures do not equate to global temperatures, the USCRN data are entirely consistent with – and indeed lend additional evidentiary support for – the global warming stagnation of the past 17-plus years. While objective temperature data show there has been no global warming since sometime last century, the USCRN data confirm this ongoing stagnation in the United States, also.

Third, the USCRN data debunk claims that rising U.S. temperatures caused wildfires, droughts, or other extreme weather events during the past year. The objective data show droughts, wildfires, and other extreme weather events have become less frequent and severe in recent decades as our planet modestly warms. But even ignoring such objective data, it is difficult to claim global warming is causing recent U.S. droughts and wildfires when U.S. temperatures are a full 0.4 degrees Celsius colder than they were in 2005.

Even more importantly than the facts above, the USCRN provides the promise of reliable nationwide temperature data for years to come. No longer will global warming alarmists be able to hide behind thinly veiled excuses to doctor the U.S. temperature record. Now, thanks to the USCRN, the data are what the data are.

Expect global warming alarmists, now and for the foreseeable future, to howl in desperation claiming the USCRN temperature data are irrelevant.

Of course, to global warming alarmists, all real-world data are irrelevant. ❄

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Snowmobiling is a great family lifestyle. It is an activity that keeps parents and kids together. Historically

individuals who snowmobile at a young age continue to snowmobile with their parents throughout their

lives, sharing great experiences as a family. In many winter regions, snowmobiling is simply the main form of winter outdoor recreation and in some cases the

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NHSA Affiliated Clubs

BELKNAP COUNTYBelknap Snowmobilers, PO Box 7224, Gilford, NH 03247-7224 www.belknapsnowmobilers.com

Belmont Bogie Busters, PO Box 130, Belmont, NH 03220 www.belmontbogiebusters.org

Gilmanton Snowmobile Association, PO Box 291, Gilmanton, NH 03237 www.gilmantonsnowmobilers.com

Mohawk Trail Riders, PO Box 167, Sanbornton, NH 03269 www.mohawktrailriders.org

Mt. Major Snowmobile Club, PO Box 208, Alton Bay, NH 03810 www.mountmajorsnowmobileclub.com

Sno Streakers, Inc., PO Box 780, Meredith, NH 03253 www.sno-streakers.com

CARROLL COUNTYMoultonboro Snowmobile Club, PO Box 118, Moultonboro, NH 03254 www.moultonborosmc.org

Mountain Meadow Riders, PO Box 342, North Conway, NH 03818 www.mmrsc.net

Ossipee Valley Snowmobile Club, PO Box 261, West Ossipee, NH 03890

www.ossipeevalleysnowmobileclub.com

Sandwich Sidehillers, PO Box 113, North Sandwich, NH 03259 www.sandwichsidehillers.com

Scrub Oak Scramblers, PO Box 185, Madison, NH 03849 www.sossc.com

Seven Lakes Snowmobile Club, PO Box 311, East Wakefield, NH 03830 www.Sevenlakessnowmobileclub.com

Snoward Bound Snowmobile Club, PO Box 400, East Conway, NH 03813

White Mountain Trail Club, PO Box 191, Bartlett, NH 03812 www.whitemountaintrailclub.com

Wolfeboro Snowmobile Club, PO Box 268, Wolfeboro Falls, NH 03896-4130

www.wolfeborosnowmobileclub.com

CHESHIRE COUNTYAshuelot Valley Blazers Snowmobile Club, 40 Old Spofford Rd., Winchester, NH 03470

Chesterfield Snowmobilers, PO Box 24, Chesterfield, NH 03443

Hooper Hill Hoppers, PO Box 142, Walpole, NH 03608 www.hooperhillhoppers.com

Keene Sno-Riders, PO Box 1511, Keene, NH 03431 keenesnoriders.com

Little Monadnock Family Trails, Inc., 84 Water Street, Marlborough, NH 03455 Email: [email protected]

Monadnock Trail Breakers, PO Box 338, Dublin, NH 03444 www.monadnocktrailbreakers.com

Monadnock Sno Moles, Inc., PO Box 265, Rindge, NH 03461 www.snomoles.org

Pisgah Mountain Trailriders, PO Box 546, Hinsdale, NH 03451 http://pisgahmtntrailriders.blogspot.com

Stoddard Rock Hoppers, PO Box 900, Stoddard, NH 03464 www.stoddardrockhoppers.org

Westmoreland Sno-Belters, PO Box 8, Westmoreland, NH 03467 www.westmorelandsnobelters.com

Winchester Trail Riders, Inc., PO Box 225, Winchester, NH 03470 www.winchestertrailriders.org

COOS COUNTYColebrook Ski-Bees, PO Box 125, Colebrook, NH 03576 www.colebrookski-bees.com

Dalton Ridge Runners, 64 Bush Road, Dalton, NH 03598 www.daltonridgerunners.com

Groveton Trailblazers, 24 Eames Street, Groveton, NH 03582 www.grovetontrailblazers.com

Jefferson Hi-Landers, PO Box 273, Jefferson, NH 03583 www.jeffersonhilanders.com

Lancaster Snow Drifters, PO Box 566, Lancaster, NH 03584 www.lancastersnowdrifters.org

Milan All Weather Riders, PO Box 75, Milan, NH 03588 www.milanallweatherriders.webs.com

Pittsburg Ridge Runners, 17 Dickson Lane, Pittsburg, NH 03592 www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

Presidential Range Riders, PO Box 141, Gorham, NH 03581 www.presidentialrangeriders.org

Stratford Nighthawks, 18 Washburn Rd., North Stratford, NH 03590 www.stratfordnighthawks.com

Swift Diamond Riders, 1411 Diamond Pond Road, Stewartstown, NH 03576 www.swiftdiamondriders.com

Twin Mountain Snowmobile Club, PO Box 179, Twin Mountain, NH 03595 www.twinmtnsnowmobile.org

Umbagog Snowmobile Association, 26 Allison Street, Concord, NH 03301 www.umbagogsnowmobile.com

Waumbek Methna Snowmobile Club, PO Box 115, Jefferson, NH 03583 www.waumbekmethna.com

White Mountain Ridge Runners, PO Box 425, Berlin, NH 03570-0425 www.whitemtridgerunners.com

Whitefield Sno Kings, PO Box 64, Whitefield, NH 03598 www.snowkings.com

GRAFTON COUNTYAlexandria Ledge Climbers, 80 Patten Road, Alexandria, NH 03222 www.metrocast.net/~thefords/trails.html

Asquamchumaukee Valley Snowmobile Club, PO Box 284, Warren, NH 03279 www.avscnh.org

Baker River Valley Snowmobile Club, PO Box 122, Wentworth, NH 03282 www.mybrvsc.org

Bridgewater Mountain Snowmobile Club, PO Box 675, Ashland, NH 03217 www.bridgewatermtnsmc.org

Bruhawachet Sno-Trackers, Inc., PO Box 441, Rumney, NH 03266 www.bruhawachet.com

Central N.H. Snowmobile Club, PO Box 1315, Campton, NH 03223-1315 www.cnhsc.com

Connecticut Valley Snowmobile Club, 39 Slate Ridge Dr, Haverhill, NH 03765 www.ctvalleysnowmobileclub.com

Hardy Country Snowmobile Club, PO Box 43, Hebron, NH 03241 www.hardycountrysnowmobileclub.net

Lisbon Stump Jumpers, PO Box 142, Lisbon, NH 03585 www.lisbonstumpjumpers.org

Littleton Off Road Riders, PO Box 281, Littleton, NH 03561 www.littletonoffroadriders.com

Lyme Pinnacle Snowmobile Club, PO Box 121, Lyme, NH 03768

Mascoma Valley Snow Travelers, PO Box 307, Springfield, NH 03284 www.mascomavalleysnowtravelers.com

Monroe Bumper Humpers, 363 Coppermine Road, Monroe, NH 03771 [email protected]

Mt. Cardigan Snowmobile Club, PO Box 203, Canaan, NH 03741 www.mtcardigansnowmobile.com

Pemigewasset Valley Snowmobile Club, PO Box 391, Bristol, NH 03222 www.pemivalleysc.org

Snowdrifters Snowmobile Club, 2532 Buffalo Road, Rumney, NH 03266 snowdrifters.info

Squam Trail Busters, PO Box 555, Holderness, NH 03245 www.squamtrailbusters.org

Twin State Trail Busters, PO Box 858, Lebanon, NH 03766

White Mountain Snowmobile Club, PO Box 721, Lincoln, NH 03251 www.whitemtsnowmobileclub.org

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTYBorder Riders Snowmobile Club, PO Box 644, Pelham, NH 03076 www.pelhamborderriders.org

Brookline Icebreakers, PO Box 198, Brookline, NH 03033 www.Brooklineicebreakers.com

Crotched Mt. Ridge Runners, PO Box 163, Greenfield, NH 03047

Hudson Sno-Men, 41 Chase Road, Londonderry, NH 03053 www.hudsonsno-men.org

Merrimack Sno Buds, PO Box 833, Merrimack, NH 03054-0833 www.snobuds.com

Night Riders, Inc., PO Box 759, Hillsboro, NH 03244 www.nightridersnowmobileclub.com

Nor'Easters Snowmobile Club, PO Box 517, Hollis, NH 03049 www.noreasters.org

Southern New Hampshire Snow Slickers, 26-B Raymond Road, Deerfield, NH 03037 www.snowmobile-nh.com

Uncanoonuc Mountaineers, PO Box 486, Goffstown, NH 03045 www.uncanoonucmountaineers.org

Weare Winter Wanderers, PO Box 513, Weare, NH 03281 www.wearewinterwandererssc.org

Wilton/Lyndeborough Winter Wanderers, PO Box 455, Wilton, NH 03086 www.wlww.org

MERRIMACK COUNTYAndover Snowmobile Club, PO Box 332, Andover, NH 03216-0332 www.andoversnowmobileclub.com

Bee Hole Beavers, 61 Piper Hill Rd., Loudon, NH 03307 www.beeholebeavers.org

Bow Pioneer Snowmobile Club, PO Box 1772, Bow, NH 03304 www.bowpioneers.org

Contoocook Sno-Mads, PO Box 682, Contoocook, NH 03229

Deerhead '400 Snowmobile Club, 54 Island Road, Candia, NH 03034

Fort Mt. Trail Winders Snowmobile Club, PO Box 61, Epsom, NH 03234

http://fortmountaintrailwinders.snowclubs.com

Henniker Trail Travelers, PO Box 168, Henniker, NH 03242 www.hennikertrailtravelers.com

Kearsarge Mountaineers Snowmobile Club, Inc., PO Box 48 North Sutton, NH 03260

Kearsarge Trail Snails, PO Box 97, Warner, NH 03278 www.kearsargetrailsnails.com

Lakes Region Snowmobile Club, PO Box 6008, Franklin, NH 03235 www.lakesregionsnowmobileclub.com

Lake Sunapee Snowmobile Club, Inc., PO Box 391, Newbury, NH 03255 www.lsscinc.org

NH Sno-Shakers Snowmobile Club, C/O 7133 Oak Hill Rd., Loudon, NH 03307 www.snoshakers.com

New Hampshire Trail Dawgs, PO Box 45, Suncook, NH 03275 www.NHTraildawgs.com

Suncook Valley Sno-Riders, PO Box 301, Pittsfield, NH 03263 www.suncookvalleysnoriders.com

Sutton Ridgerunners, PO Box 453, North Sutton, NH 03260 www.suttonridgerunners.com

Town Line Trail Dusters, Inc., PO Box 3031, Boscawen, NH 03303 http://traildusters.snowclubs.com

T-N Arch Trail Travelers, Inc., 136 Bean Hill Road, Northfield, NH 03276 www.tnarchtrailtravelers.org

ROCKINGHAM COUNTYDerry Pathfinders, PO Box 692, Derry, NH 03038 www.derrypathfinders.org

Exeter Snow Hounds, 75 Beech Hill Rd., Exeter, NH 03833 www.exetersnowhounds.org

Great Bay Sno-Rollers, 39 Ash Swamp Road, Newmarket, NH 03857

Newfields Sno-Raiders, Inc., PO Box 89, Newfields, NH 03856 www.newfieldssnoraiders.org

Northwood Crank Pullers, 47 Meadow Lane, Northwood, NH 03261 www.northwoodcrankpullers.com

S-Ki-Mo, 92 North Main Street, Salem, NH 03079

Southern New Hampshire Trailblazers, PO Box 263, Kingston, NH 03848 www.snhtrailblazers.com

STRAFFORD COUNTYBarrington Snow Goers, PO Box 146, Barrington, NH 03825 www.snowgoers.org

Evergreen Valley Snowmobile Club, PO Box 1255, Milton, NH 03851 www.evergreenvalley.org

Lee Sno-Travelers, c/o Scott Mills 79 Lee Hook Rd., Lee, NH 03861

Powder Mill Snowmobile Club, PO Box 324, New Durham, NH 03855 www.powdermillsnowmobileclub.com

Strafford Swampstompers, PO Box 301, Strafford, NH 03884 www.straffordswampstompers.org

SULLIVAN COUNTYBlow-Me-Down Snowriders, PO Box 221, Cornish Flat, NH 03746-0221 www.bmdsnowriders.com

Blue Mt. Snow Dusters, ORC, PO Box 428, Grantham, NH 03753 www.snowdusters.org

Crescent Lake Regional Sno-Riders, PO Box 992, Claremont, NH 03743 www.clrsr.com

Hidden Valley Sno-Riders, PO Box 417, Marlow, NH 03456 www.hiddenvalleysnoriders.org

Old #4 Rod, Gun & Snowmobile Club, PO Box 679, Charlestown, NH 03603 www.old4rgsmclub.org

Shugah Valley Snow Riders, Inc., PO Box 944, Claremont, NH 03743 www.svsrclub.org

Tri-Town Trailblazers, PO Box 205, Alstead, NH 03602 www.tritowntrailblazers.com

Twin Ridge Mountaineers, PO Box 262, Goshen, NH 03752 www.twinridgemtneers.org

Washington Snow Riders, PO Box 401, Washington, NH 03280 www.washingtonsnowriders.org

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NHSA Dealer/Contributor Members 2014-2015 As of September 12, 2014

Please support our generous dealer/contributor members

BiteharderPo Box 773Laconia , NH 03247603-393-0188www.biteharder.com

daSilva Motorsports 7 Moultonboro Neck RoadMoultonboro, NH 03254603- 253-6688daSilvamotorsports.com

Gilmanton Winery528 Meadow Pond Rd.Gilmanton, NH 03237603-267-8251www.gilmantonwinery.com

Granite State Assurance, Allstate Agency40 East Main StreetTilton, NH [email protected]

HK Powersports - Laconia1197 Union AvenueLaconia, NH 03246603-524-0100www.hkpowersports.com

Irwin Marine723 East Side DriveAlton, NH 03810603-875-5700www.irwinmarine.com

Meredith Woods Four Season Camping Area26 Campground RoadMeredith, NH 03253603- 279-5449www.meredithwoods.com

Proline Products LLC34 Industrial WayMilton, NH 03851603-652-7337www.nhtrailers.com

TownePlace Suites by Marriott14 Sawmill RoadGilford, NH 03249603-524-5533www.marriott.com

Bear Country Powersports LLC54 Main Street Errol, NH 03579603-482-3370www.bearcountrypowersports.com

Cabins @ Partridge 3 Partridge RoadPittsburg, NH 03592603-538-6380www.partridgecabins.com

Cabot Inn & Suites200 Portland St.Lancaster, NH 03584 603-788-3346www.cabotmotorinn.com

Colebrook Country Club15 Abenaki LaneColebrook, NH 03576603-237-5566www.colebrookcountryclub.com

Errol Motel LLCPO Box 63 / 132 Main StreetErrol, NH 03579603-482-3256www.errol-motel.com

F. B Spaulding Company244 Main St.Lancaster, NH 03584 603-788-2281www.fbspaulding.com

Lancaster Motor Inn112 Main StreetLancaster, NH 03584 603-788-4921www.lancastermotorinn.com

Lemieux Garage161 Main St.Colebrook, NH 03576603-237-4377www.lemieuxgarage.com

Paradise Point CottagesPO Box 98Erroll, NH 03579603-482-3834www.paradisepointcottages.com

Ramblewood Cabins & Campground59 Ramblewood Rd. Pittsburg, NH 03592 603-538-7741www.ramblewoodcabins.com

Snowfield Cabins25 Kingfield RoadPittsburg, NH 03592603-538-7008wwwsnowfieldcabins.tripod.com

SPA Restaurant & Outback Pub869 Washington StreetWest Stewartstown, NH 03597603-246-3039www.spa-outback.com

Tall Timber Lodge & Rainbow Grille609 Beach RoadPittsburg, NH 03592603-538-6651www.talltimber.com

Bickford's Sports Center1664 Dover RdEpsom, NH 03234603-736-9050www.bickfordssportcenter.com

Freedom Cycle110 Manchester StreetConcord, NH 03301603-225-2779www.freedomcyclenh.com

MAINE

Allens Four Season Accommodations37 Johns St.Jackman ME, 04945207-668-7683allensfourseasonsaccommodations.com

Kassbohrer All Terrain Vehicles, Inc.45 Alfred A. Plourde ParkwayLewiston, ME 04241207-784-5840www.pistenbullyusa.com

Northern Outdoors1771 Route 201The Forks, ME 04985207-663-4466www.northernoutdoors.com

MASSACHUSETTS

Billerica Motorsports & Marine6 Riveredge RoadBillerica, MA 01862978- 667-1518www.billericamotorsports.com

Independent Amsoil Dealer171 Hunt Rd.Chelmsford, MA 01824978-256-3695www.syntheticlubricantsdealer.com

Philbrick Motor Sports496 Groton Road, #10Westford, MA 01886978-799-8001www.philbrickmotorsports.com

VERMONT

Absolute PowerSports VT70 Industrial ParkWells River, VT 05081802-429-2500www.absolutepowersportsvt.com

Mountain Grooming EquipmentPO Box 324Waitsfield, VT 05673802-496-3836 [email protected]

GREAT NORTH WOODS

WHITE MOUNTAIN REGION

LAKES REGION

MONADNOCK REGION

MERRIMACK VALLEY REGION

SEACOAST REGION

HK Powersports - Hooksett1354 Hooksett Rd.Hooksett, NH 03106603-668-4343www.hkpowersports.com

Jordan Equipment Co.744 Clough Mill Rd.Pembroke, NH 03275603- 228-3564www.jordanequipment.com

Milwaukee Iron Works636 North Mast RoadNew Boston, NH 03070603- 497-5073www.milwaukeeironworks.com

Nault's Powersports420 Second StreetManchester, NH 03102603-669-7220www.naultspowersports.com

New Hampshire Snowmobile MuseumBear Brook State ParkAllenstown, NH 03275603-809-8700www.nhsnowmobilemuseum.com

Prinoth, LLC264 NH Route 106Gilmanton, NH 03237603-267-7840www.prinoth.com

Best Western Plus Sovereign Hotel

401 Winchester Street

Keene, NH 03431

603-357-3038

www.bestwestern.com

Highland Lake Marina Restaurant &

Services, Inc

1219 Shedd Hill Road

Stoddard, NH 03464

603-466-3943

www.highlandlakemarina.com

Livingston's Auto Repair

123 Henniker Street

Hillsboro, NH 03244

603-464-5000

www.livinstonsarcticat.com

Pinnacleview Equipment Inc

19 Pinnacle Lane

Walpole, NH 03608

603-756-4808

www.pinnacleviewequipment.com

Troy Arctic Cat & Ski Doo

PO Box 598

Troy, NH 03465

603- 242-7839

www.troyarcticcat.com

daSilva Gelormini Motorsports, LLC710 Route 111E. Hampstead, NH 03826603-329-7810www.dasilvamotorsports.com

Liberty Mutual Insurance Company828 Central AvenueDover, NH 03820800-437-1180libertymutual.com/lm/christophervalley

Evergreen Motel537 Presidential HighwayJefferson, NH 03583603-586-4449www.evergreenmotelnh.com

Franconia Notch Vacations287 Main St.Franconia, NH 03580800-247-5536www.franconiares.com

Garneau's Garage101 Route 302Twin Mountain, NH [email protected]

Hampton Inn - Littleton, NH580 Meadow LaneLittleton, NH 03561603-444-0026www.littletonhotel.co

Jefferson Inn6 Renaissance LaneJefferson, NH 03583603-586-7998www.jeffersoninn.com

Josselyns Getaway Cabins306 North RoadJefferson, NH 03593603-586-4507www.josselyns.com

Omni Mount Washington Resorts310 Mt. Washington Hotel Rd.Bretton Woods, NH 03575800-258-0330www.brettonwoods.com/lodging

Town & Country 2928 East Conway Rd.East Conway, NH 03813603-939-2698www.townandcountry.com

Town & Country Motor Inn20 State Route 2Gorham, NH 03581603-466-3315www.townandcountryinn.com

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GET NOTICED!

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS

IN SNO-TRAVELER!

Classified AdsThe “Sno-Traveler” and/or the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association cannot and will not be

responsible for the authenticity or actuality of the below listed advertisements.

To place an ad:Email Gail Hanson at [email protected] or fax her at 603-273-0218.

Cost:

• Free listing for NHSA Members. (You must be a Member to place a classified ad.)

• $135.00 charge for each business classified ad

All ads will run for 2 issues. Please notify the NHSA office if your object has been sold.

Deadline:

We must have your copy by the 1st of the month preceding the issue in which you want to advertise.

SNOWMOBILES2004 Arctic Cat T660 Turbo: 1850

miles w/ Picks, carbides, clean and very

fast. $3500. Call 860-345-2616. Ask

for Bill

FOR SALE Errol, NH: 14x70 Mobile Home on

snowmobile & ATV trails; 3 Bedroom

– furnished; Kitchen – furnished; Liv-

ing Room – furnished; Washer/Dryer

and Dishwasher/Refrigerator included.

Double pane windows throughout, some

utensils and bedding included, 10x 20

shed w/metal roll-up door, Direct TV

ready, on leased land (rent is approx.

$175.00 monthly). No Reasonable Offer

Refused! 603-482-3566

RENTALS Vacation Rental for 2 people at Mill

Cove in Boothbay Harbor, Maine:

$500 per week for two people, queen size

bed, small living room, complete kitchen,

and bathroom with 4 foot shower. Enjoy

the view and our new dock on Mill Cove

(tidal water). Bring your kayakand enjoy

the harbor. Less than 5 minutewalk to the

center of Boothbay Harbor for itsmany

restaurants, tour boats and shopping. No

smoking and no pets, rentals are from

Saturday to Saturday. All reservations will

be on a first call basis. Call or write for

more information 603-353-4488, Tom

and Sheila Thomson, 173 Strawberry Hill

Road, Orford, NH 03777.

SERVICESSno- Country Shocks: Service, rebuilding, valving of high pres-sure gas shocks. Fast turnaround, 10 years experience. Located in Cole-brook NH. Call Ken at 603-237-5814 or email: [email protected].

SAFE SNOWMOBILING

MEANS... Never consume alcohol or drugsbefore or during snowmobiling.

Become familiar with the snowmobile you ride.

Operate at safe andreasonable speeds.

Stay on trails and areas where snowmobiling is permitted.

Avoid travel on unfamiliar frozen bodies of water.

Use extra caution at night.

Keep your snowmobileproperly maintained.

Become familiar with theterrain you will travel on.

Listen to the weather forecastbefore you leave.

Always wear a helmetand proper clothing.

Never ride alone.

Let someone know where you aregoing and when you plan to return.

Carry emergency supplies.

Learn survival skills.

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NHSA Calendar of EventsDate Event Location Information

OCTOBER 2014

October 1st Merrimack SnoBuds Club Meeting Merrimack Town Hall, Memorial Room 6 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack

www.snobuds.com

October 8th Club News Articles are due for the Fall 2014 issue of the Sno-Traveler Call Gail, 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

October 9th Pittsburg Ridge Runners Monthly Meeting – 7:30pm PRR Club House 17 Dickson Lane, Pittsburg

603-538-1142 or www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

October 10th thru 12th

New Hampshire Snowmobile Association "RACE into WINTER" Grass Drags & Water Crossing

Peterson's Brookvale Farm ~ Fremont, NH www.nhgrassdrags.com

October 17th Mt. Cardigan Snowmobile Club Meeting – 7:30pm Mt.. Cardigan Fish & Game Clubhouse 26 Ball Park Road, Canaan

www.mtcardigansnowmobile.com

October 18th Alexandria Ledge Climbers Groomer Workshop – 9:00am Lunch Provided

Ford's House - 80 Patten Road, Alexandria, NH Please call ahead or check the website for up to date time & place. All meetings are subject to change due to the weather. www.AlexandriaLedgeClimbers.org

October 21st NHSA Board of Directors Meeting – 7:00pm NHSA Office, 614 Laconia Road, Tilton 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

October 27th Hillsborough County Meeting - 7:30pm Hosted by the Hudson SnoMen

Bill Bolton, County Director - 603-345-2949

October 27th Rockingham County Meeting – 7:30pm Hosted by the Derry Pathfinders

Alex Carr Playground, Derry Dave Copeland, County Director 603-942-8303 or email: [email protected]

NOVEMBER 2014

November 5th Merrimack SnoBuds Club Meeting Merrimack Town Hall Memorial Room 6 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack

www.snobuds.com

November 8th Annual Trailmaster Meeting Attitash Grand Summit Hotel & Conference Center Bartlett, NH

273-0220 or email: [email protected]

November 8th Alexandria Ledge Climbers Club Meeting & Trail Work - 9:00am

Ford's House - 80 Patten Road, Alexandria, NH Please call ahead or check the website for up to date time & place. All meetings are subject to change due to the weather. www.AlexandriaLedgeClimbers.org

November 12th Club News Articles are due for the Early Winter issue of the SnoTraveler 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

November 13th Pittsburg Ridge Runners Monthly Meeting - 7:30pm PRR Club House - 17 Dickson Lane, Pittsburg 603-538-1142 or www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

November 18th NHSA Board of Directors Meeting ~ 7:00pm NHSA Office, 614 Laconia Road, Tilton 273-0220 or email: [email protected]

November 21st Mt. Cardigan Snowmobile Club Meeting - 7:30pm Mt.. Cardigan Fish & Game Clubhouse 26 Ball Park Road, Canaan

www.mtcardigansnowmobile.com

November 24th Hillsborough County Meeting - 7:30pm Hosted by the Uncanoonuc Mountaineers

Goffstown Park & Rec, Mast Rd Bill Bolton, County Director - 603-345-2949

November 26th Merrimack SnoBuds Club Meeting Merrimack Town Hall, Memorial Room 6 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack

Information: www.snobuds.com

November 24th Rockingham County Meeting - 7:30pm Hosted by the Great Bay Sno-Rollers

Fremont Depot Dave Copeland, County Director 603-942-8303 or email: [email protected]

November 29th Pittsburg Ridge Runners Annual Christmas Craft Fair PRR Club House - 17 Dickson Lane, Pittsburg 603-538-1142 or www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

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Mountain View Trail DedicationThe Lancaster Snow Drifters

have had a busy fall. On October 15 we secured funding for a trail From The Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa to Mount Prospect. The Snow Drifters worked to finish the snowmobile trail by December 15. With the help of many volunteers, Beattie Enterprises, and P & R Excavating, the project was completed on time. The trail is 5.9 miles long From the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa to the new parking lot at Mount Prospect, Weeks State Park; it has three 40’ bridges. The volunteers worked many weekends clearing the trail and building the bridges in below 0° temperatures.

With the opening of the Mountain View Trails, the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa is proudly dedicating the 1st bridge coming north from the Mountain View is dedicated to longtime employee, Archie Couturier.

From 1955 to 1967, Mr. Couturier worked as a bellman back when the resort was known at the Mountain View House. According to Mr. Couturier, one of the highlights of working at the Mountain View House was how the staff was treated like family. Many guests would return season after season, and enjoyed seeing the familiar faces of the staff year after year.

After leaving Mountain View House, Mr. Couturier worked at Brown Street Furniture for 37 years before retiring.

In 2009, Mr. Couturier decided to return to work and looked to the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa. The resort was happy to welcome a former employee once again. Mr. Couturier works in the Food & Beverage department.

The 2nd bridge is dedicated to Mike Beattie, a charter member of the Lancaster Snow Drifters Club in Lancaster. Mike has been instrumental in all the trail construction and development of bridges throughout the trail system. He held the position of trail master for the club for many years and worked hard to secure funding for the snowmobile bridge over the Connecticut River in Lancaster as well as the cable “Perseverance” bridge over the Israel River. Active in the club since it’s inception, he worked hard at helping the club continue its success over the many years. He was past chairman of the Lancaster Grand Prix for several years, and would have been proud to see the 50th reunion of the Kilkenny Cup.

We would like to thank our volunteers, Beattie Enterprise, P & R Excavating, and The Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa, who work hard to make this happen. ❄

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LOOKING FOR A CAMP THAT FEELS

LIKE HOME? 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, “getaway” on 5 acres w/access to trails, spacious living area, drilled well, power and state approved septic, plus has views! 2 stor-

age sheds, one with power and heat. Get ready for winter riding! Contact Coralie at Ray Davis Real

Estate for more information @ 603-237-4400 or www.raydavisrealestate.com Listing #4515c

SNOWMOBILER’S DREAM!STEWARTSTOWN, NH - $79,900

Ingles Performance Announces Plans for 2014-15 Snocross SeasonPHOENIX, NY (Aug. 29, 2014) — With summer quickly fading away and the first chilly nights just around the corner, one of the northeast's top snowmobile race teams is preparing for a new season.

Ingles Performance will return to East Coast Snocross (ECS) competition after claiming both the Pro Open and Pro Lite championships last winter. Returning to the high-profile Ski-doo squad is defending and four-time series champion Danny Poirier, along with fellow Quebec native Mathieu Morin. Both riders will compete in Pro Open with a goal

of earning the 2015 championship.“We're very excited to have

Danny and Mathieu back for another season,” team co-owner and general manager Robin Ingles said. “Danny was fast and consistent all winter long in 2013-14; and we expect more of the same from him this coming season. Mathieu is in better shape physically than ever; he was injury-free all summer, riding dirt bikes and watercraft to stay in shape. We should be poised to come away with another strong season in 2014-15.”

Vermont natives Leo and Hunter Patenaude are also back with Ingles Performance, yet will compete

on the International Series of Champions (ISOC) circuit in the Sport class. Hunter won the 2014 ECS Pro Lite title last winter in one of the best rookie seasons witnessed in years. Both Ingles and Ski-doo are hoping for a championship from one of these two; and they've got the talent needed to reach that goal.

Poirier enjoyed one of the best seasons in his lengthy career in 2014, never straying far from the podium. A solid run in Malone last March locked up his fourth Pro title (2004, 2009, 2012, and 2014), giving Ingles and Ski-doo reason to smile. Morin also enjoyed a strong 2014 season, with five wins to his credit.

“I'm super happy to be back with Ingles for another season,” Poirier said. “Last year, they gave us everything we needed to win. Not just me, but the entire team. Mike and Robin want to see their sleds out front, and work hard to make that happen. I look forward to racing the 2015 Ski-doo; they've made several improvements. I think with a year under our belts, we'll be in good shape this season.”

Even though the Patenaude brothers will focus their efforts on ISOC this season, they will try to run as many ECS events as possible when time allows. Hunter and Leo both love the series and racing in New England, but each will have a ton on their plate. The Sport class is loaded with talent in ISOC; so doing well in the points there won't be a cakewalk, by any stretch.

“I've always wanted to be able to race full-time on the ISOC circuit,” Hunter said. “This is a great opportunity for me; one I'll enjoy and take very seriously. I'm excited to be racing with a group of faster riders. I'm hoping I can prove to the bigger teams that I have the skills to compete in ISOC.”

Ingles Performance would like to thank their great sponsors for their continued support; Ski-doo, Woody's, C&A Pro Skis, ROX Speed FX, DP Brakes, VP Racing Fuels, Fly Racing, 139designs.com, Moto Tassinari, NGK Spark Plugs, SPI (Speed Punk Images), the Ale-n-Angus Pub, and RFH's Restaurant and Motel.

For more information, please go to inglesperformance.com. ❄603-279-3330 • www.mackstud.com

5 Year Bend or Break Warranty

Mega StudNEW N-Vader Studs

Assorted Color BackersMack Apparel

COME SEE US AT THE GRASS DRAGSin the Multi-Vendor Tent

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Absolute Power Sports NH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 603-466-5454 www.absolutepowersportsnh.com

Absolute PowerSports VT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 802-429-2500 www.absolutepowersportsvt.com

Bickford's Sport Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 603-736-9050 www.bickfordssportcenter.com

Billerica Motorsports & Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9978-667-1518 www.billericamotorsports.com

Diamond Peaks Motel & Country Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31603-237-5104

GPS Trailmaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46603-493-5474 www.gpstrailmasters.com

HK Powersports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 46603-668-4343 or 603-524-0100 www.hkpowersports.com

Josselyn's Getaway Log Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141-800-586-4507 www.josselyns.com

Liberty Mutual Insurance Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 800 437-1180 www.libertymutual.com/lm/christophervalley

Mack Studs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46603-279-3330 www.mackstud.com

New England PowerSports Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27413-369-8092 www.nepowersportexpo.com

Northern Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 888-770-SLED www.northernoutdoors.com

Outdoor Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 603-744-9875 www.nhoutdoor.com

Pittsburg Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34603-731-7455 www.pittsburgselfstorage.com

Polaris Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15800-POLARIS www.polarisindustries.com

Prinoth, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 603-267-7840 www.prinoth.com

Proline Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48603-652-7337 www.nhtrailers.com

Ray Davis Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 46603-237-4400 www.raydavisrealestate.com

SkiDoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13800-3-SKIDOO www.ski-doo.com

The Trailer Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 888-350-6500 www.traileroutlet.net

Wicks Insurance Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20603-668-7228 www.agents.allstate.com/kurt-wicks-manchester-nh.html

Yamaha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3800-88-YAMAHA www.yamaha-motor.com

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