Club member Whitney Philips submitted these great pictures of recent riding conditions up in the park.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Amazing early season powder conditions
Club member Whitney Philips submitted these great pictures of recent riding conditions up in the park.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
December 2008 Newsletter
December 2008 NEWSLETTER
President: Tony Amenta (496-2925)
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our Annual Holiday Potluck, Yankee Gift Exchange and December meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, December 2nd. Thirteen members attended.
The official opening day of the season Monday, December 15th. Thanks to all the volunteers that made that opening possible.
The Annual Hot Dog Roast will be New Years Day. We will meet at Kenyon’s and will depart on sleds at 11am. Please bring your own hot dogs and drinks.
Future club outings include: An overnight ride to St. Johnsbury’s - February 7th and 8th; A Quebec weekend in March and the annual Progressive Dinner on January 24th. More info to follow.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog.
Next meeting will be January 6, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall.
Hope to see you there!!
Have a wonderful safe and snow filled Holiday
President: Tony Amenta (496-2925)
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our Annual Holiday Potluck, Yankee Gift Exchange and December meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, December 2nd. Thirteen members attended.
The official opening day of the season Monday, December 15th. Thanks to all the volunteers that made that opening possible.
The Annual Hot Dog Roast will be New Years Day. We will meet at Kenyon’s and will depart on sleds at 11am. Please bring your own hot dogs and drinks.
Future club outings include: An overnight ride to St. Johnsbury’s - February 7th and 8th; A Quebec weekend in March and the annual Progressive Dinner on January 24th. More info to follow.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog.
Next meeting will be January 6, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall.
Hope to see you there!!
Have a wonderful safe and snow filled Holiday
Saturday, November 22, 2008
TMA by Mail Form
Mad River Ridge Runners
To purchase your 2008/2009 TMA you will need the following:
1. A copy of the sled’s current registration (expiration date Sept. 2009)
2. A check made out to “Mad River Ridge Runners” (MRRR) for the amount of the TMA plus the local club dues ($12.00) and county club dues ($3.00) and $20.00 VAST grooming surcharge
You can purchase your TMA at:
• Kenyon’s Variety Store, Route 100, Waitsfield, Vermont
• Duxbury Store, Route 100, Duxbury, Vermont
• Or by mail to: Mad River Ridge Runners
P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, Vermont 05673
You must complete and sign the form and include #1 and #2 above when requesting your TMA by mail. *Non-Resident land owners must send a copy of your paid tax bill for 2008
Remember early bird TMA’s are sold only until December 15, 2008 and will be full price after December 15, 2008.
Questions Call Lois DeHeer at (802) 496- 7051 or Kenyon’s at (802) 496-3922
2009 VAST TMA QUICK PRICE LIST
(PRICE INCLUDES ALL FEES) $12 County Fee, $3 Club Fee, & $20 Grooming Surcharge
Prices to & including Dec 15th Resident $100
Non Resident $130
Family (Resident) $68
Family (Non Resident) $83
Classic $85
Prices after Dec 16th Resident $125
Non Resident $165
Family (Resident) $80
Family (Non Resident) $100
Classic $105
Note: if paying by check, please make out to:
“Mad River Ridge Runners”
To purchase your 2008/2009 TMA you will need the following:
1. A copy of the sled’s current registration (expiration date Sept. 2009)
2. A check made out to “Mad River Ridge Runners” (MRRR) for the amount of the TMA plus the local club dues ($12.00) and county club dues ($3.00) and $20.00 VAST grooming surcharge
You can purchase your TMA at:
• Kenyon’s Variety Store, Route 100, Waitsfield, Vermont
• Duxbury Store, Route 100, Duxbury, Vermont
• Or by mail to: Mad River Ridge Runners
P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, Vermont 05673
You must complete and sign the form and include #1 and #2 above when requesting your TMA by mail. *Non-Resident land owners must send a copy of your paid tax bill for 2008
Remember early bird TMA’s are sold only until December 15, 2008 and will be full price after December 15, 2008.
Questions Call Lois DeHeer at (802) 496- 7051 or Kenyon’s at (802) 496-3922
2009 VAST TMA QUICK PRICE LIST
(PRICE INCLUDES ALL FEES) $12 County Fee, $3 Club Fee, & $20 Grooming Surcharge
Prices to & including Dec 15th Resident $100
Non Resident $130
Family (Resident) $68
Family (Non Resident) $83
Classic $85
Prices after Dec 16th Resident $125
Non Resident $165
Family (Resident) $80
Family (Non Resident) $100
Classic $105
Note: if paying by check, please make out to:
“Mad River Ridge Runners”
Thursday, November 20, 2008
November 2008 Newsletter
November 2008 NEWSLETTER
We had our meeting at the Dages’ residence on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Nine members attended.
Thanks to all the members who volunteered and our local businesses who donated prizes, our annual raffle dinner was a huge success.
Congratulations to Terry Severy for winning the 2009 Polaris 550 IQ Shift.
VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get that savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2008. TMA’s will again be available at Kenyon’s or the Duxbury store
We are still hard at work on the trails and need volunteers. The work crew meet every Saturday @ 8am at Kenyon’s.
We are holding our annual snowmobile safety class on December 1, 3 + 4 at Reggie Orr's shop in Waitsfield. Please contact Skip Wallace for details and to register.
Holiday Pot Luck and Yankee Gift Exchange.
Please bring a dish to share, drinks for yourself and a gift (no more than $10.00) for the Yankee Gift exchange to the December meeting.
Next meeting: Holiday Pot Luck on December 2, 2008, at Fayston Town Hall at 6:00 pm
Hope to see you there!
We had our meeting at the Dages’ residence on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Nine members attended.
Thanks to all the members who volunteered and our local businesses who donated prizes, our annual raffle dinner was a huge success.
Congratulations to Terry Severy for winning the 2009 Polaris 550 IQ Shift.
VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get that savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2008. TMA’s will again be available at Kenyon’s or the Duxbury store
We are still hard at work on the trails and need volunteers. The work crew meet every Saturday @ 8am at Kenyon’s.
We are holding our annual snowmobile safety class on December 1, 3 + 4 at Reggie Orr's shop in Waitsfield. Please contact Skip Wallace for details and to register.
Holiday Pot Luck and Yankee Gift Exchange.
Please bring a dish to share, drinks for yourself and a gift (no more than $10.00) for the Yankee Gift exchange to the December meeting.
Next meeting: Holiday Pot Luck on December 2, 2008, at Fayston Town Hall at 6:00 pm
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
October 2008 Newsletter
President: Tony Amenta (496-2925)
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
October 2008 NEWSLETTER
We had our October meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Nine members attended.
The Annual Raffle Dinner tickets are available at Kenyon’s. The dinner and raffle will be held on Saturday, October 18th at the Montpelier Elk’s Club. 100 tickets are being sold at $120.00. A ticket is a chance to win a 2009 Polaris 550 IQ Shift sled and includes 2 dinners. Social hour will begin at 6:00 pm and dinner will be at 7:00 pm.
Prizes are still needed for the raffle, it you would like to donate a prize please drop off prizes at Reggie and Kathi Orr’s as soon as possible.
VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get that savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2008. TMA’s will again be available at Kenyon’s or the Duxbury store
We are still hard at work on the trails and need volunteers. The work crew meet every Saturday @ 8am at Kenyon’s.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog site. This site is updated regularly and provides current information about club happenings.
Next meeting: Due to Election Day our next meeting will be Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 at 7:00 PM at Dages’ residence. Call Art at 496-2577 for directions. Hope to see you there!
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
October 2008 NEWSLETTER
We had our October meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, October 7, 2008. Nine members attended.
The Annual Raffle Dinner tickets are available at Kenyon’s. The dinner and raffle will be held on Saturday, October 18th at the Montpelier Elk’s Club. 100 tickets are being sold at $120.00. A ticket is a chance to win a 2009 Polaris 550 IQ Shift sled and includes 2 dinners. Social hour will begin at 6:00 pm and dinner will be at 7:00 pm.
Prizes are still needed for the raffle, it you would like to donate a prize please drop off prizes at Reggie and Kathi Orr’s as soon as possible.
VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get that savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2008. TMA’s will again be available at Kenyon’s or the Duxbury store
We are still hard at work on the trails and need volunteers. The work crew meet every Saturday @ 8am at Kenyon’s.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog site. This site is updated regularly and provides current information about club happenings.
Next meeting: Due to Election Day our next meeting will be Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 at 7:00 PM at Dages’ residence. Call Art at 496-2577 for directions. Hope to see you there!
Monday, September 15, 2008
September 2008 Newsletter
September 2008 NEWSLETTER
We had our September meeting and annual pot luck dinner at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Sixteen members attended.
It’s time to start working on the trails. The club has a lot of projects and needs more volunteers to help. The work crew meets every Saturday @ 8am at Kenyon’s. Come on out, it’s a great time to meet club members and enjoy the outdoors. Bring work gloves, water, and a box lunch.
Our Annual Raffle Dinner will be held on Saturday, October 18th at the Montpelier Elk’s Club. 100 tickets are being sold at $120.00 and will be available for pick up after September 27, 2008 at Kenyon’s. A ticket is a chance to win a 2009 Polaris 550 IQ Shift sled and includes 2 dinners. Social hour will begin at 6:00 pm and dinner will be at 7:00 pm. It’s a good night out with your friends and neighbors. Volunteers are needed to help. Donations are also requested as raffle prizes. If you have a prize to donate please contact any club officer for pick up.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog. This site is updated regularly and provides current information about club happenings.
Next meeting: Tuesday October 7th, 2008 at 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
We had our September meeting and annual pot luck dinner at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Sixteen members attended.
It’s time to start working on the trails. The club has a lot of projects and needs more volunteers to help. The work crew meets every Saturday @ 8am at Kenyon’s. Come on out, it’s a great time to meet club members and enjoy the outdoors. Bring work gloves, water, and a box lunch.
Our Annual Raffle Dinner will be held on Saturday, October 18th at the Montpelier Elk’s Club. 100 tickets are being sold at $120.00 and will be available for pick up after September 27, 2008 at Kenyon’s. A ticket is a chance to win a 2009 Polaris 550 IQ Shift sled and includes 2 dinners. Social hour will begin at 6:00 pm and dinner will be at 7:00 pm. It’s a good night out with your friends and neighbors. Volunteers are needed to help. Donations are also requested as raffle prizes. If you have a prize to donate please contact any club officer for pick up.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog. This site is updated regularly and provides current information about club happenings.
Next meeting: Tuesday October 7th, 2008 at 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
Trail Work Begins This Weekend
We will be meeting at Kenyons at 8AM this Saturday weather permitting. Our plan is to begin work on replacing the long bridge at Turners Farm that parallels route 100. Please come out and lend us a hand.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
August 2008 Newsletter
August 2008 NEWSLETTER
President: Tony Amenta (496-2925)
Vice President: Art Dages
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
Please join us for the
Mad River Ridge Runners
2008-2009 Snowmobile Season Kick Off Pot Luck Dinner
September 2, 2008
6:30 pm
Fayston Municipal Building
President: Tony Amenta (496-2925)
Vice President: Art Dages
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
Please join us for the
Mad River Ridge Runners
2008-2009 Snowmobile Season Kick Off Pot Luck Dinner
September 2, 2008
6:30 pm
Fayston Municipal Building
Saturday, June 07, 2008
New Snowmobile Forum
We have added Freedom Sledder, a new snowmobile forum to our list of web links.
Check it out at http://www.freedomsledder.com.
The Vermont Forum should turn out to be a valuable resource to all Vermont snowmobilers.
Check it out at http://www.freedomsledder.com.
The Vermont Forum should turn out to be a valuable resource to all Vermont snowmobilers.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
What to do after the snowmobile season ends?
Word on the street is that Donna Kenyon has a brand new Can Am Spyder.
Keep posted for more information about the Mad River Ridge Runners 1st Annual Summer Ride.
Keep posted for more information about the Mad River Ridge Runners 1st Annual Summer Ride.
May 2008 Newsletter
MAY NEWSLETTER
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our May meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. Eight members attended.
The final count of club members is 245 for the 2007-2008 season.
The new slate of officers has been voted on and accepted. Effective June 1, 2008 , officers are as follows:
President: Tony Amenta
Vice President: Art Dages
Treasurer: Lois DeHeer
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Trail Master: Marty DeHeer
Assistant Trail Master: Paul Pizzale
Saftey Officer: Skip Wallace
Our last meeting for the summer will be our annual cookout at the Dages’ Residence. Please call Art at 496-2577 for directions. Please bring your own drinks and meat to grill, a pot luck dish to share and lawn chairs.
Next meeting will be Tuesday, June 3, 2008 6:00 PM at the Dages’ Residence. Hope to see you there!!
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog.
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our May meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. Eight members attended.
The final count of club members is 245 for the 2007-2008 season.
The new slate of officers has been voted on and accepted. Effective June 1, 2008 , officers are as follows:
President: Tony Amenta
Vice President: Art Dages
Treasurer: Lois DeHeer
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Trail Master: Marty DeHeer
Assistant Trail Master: Paul Pizzale
Saftey Officer: Skip Wallace
Our last meeting for the summer will be our annual cookout at the Dages’ Residence. Please call Art at 496-2577 for directions. Please bring your own drinks and meat to grill, a pot luck dish to share and lawn chairs.
Next meeting will be Tuesday, June 3, 2008 6:00 PM at the Dages’ Residence. Hope to see you there!!
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
April 2008 Newsletter
APRIL NEWSLETTER
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our April meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, April 2, 2008. Six members attended.
TRAILS
The trails officially closed for the season on April 15th.
It was an outstanding snowmobile season. The trails were awesome thanks to all our groomers!
SLATE OF OFFICERS
The following nominations were made and will be voted on at the May meeting:
President: Tony Amenta
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trailmaster: Marty De Heer
Ass’t Trailmaster: Paul Pizzale
Safety & Ed: Skip Wallace
Next meeting: May 6, 2008, 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our April meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, April 2, 2008. Six members attended.
TRAILS
The trails officially closed for the season on April 15th.
It was an outstanding snowmobile season. The trails were awesome thanks to all our groomers!
SLATE OF OFFICERS
The following nominations were made and will be voted on at the May meeting:
President: Tony Amenta
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trailmaster: Marty De Heer
Ass’t Trailmaster: Paul Pizzale
Safety & Ed: Skip Wallace
Next meeting: May 6, 2008, 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
Sunday, March 16, 2008
March 2008 Newsletter
March 2008 NEWSLETTER
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our March meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2008. Nine members attended.
The season is almost over but the trails have been awesome thanks to our groomers. We have enjoyed outstanding conditions this year and there is still time for some good riding before the end of the season.
Our TMA sales increased this year due to this year’s outstanding snow.
It is that time of year again when we vote for a new slate of officers. At this time, we have the position of president and secretary open. If you are interested in this or any other position, please contact Art Dages or come to the April meeting. The nominations will be made at the April meeting and will be voted on at the May meeting.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted. This site is updated regularly and provides current information about club happenings.
Next meeting: April 1, 2008 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our March meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2008. Nine members attended.
The season is almost over but the trails have been awesome thanks to our groomers. We have enjoyed outstanding conditions this year and there is still time for some good riding before the end of the season.
Our TMA sales increased this year due to this year’s outstanding snow.
It is that time of year again when we vote for a new slate of officers. At this time, we have the position of president and secretary open. If you are interested in this or any other position, please contact Art Dages or come to the April meeting. The nominations will be made at the April meeting and will be voted on at the May meeting.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted. This site is updated regularly and provides current information about club happenings.
Next meeting: April 1, 2008 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
Monday, February 25, 2008
Sunday Cruise
Here are some photos from our sunday cruise, We had a blast, did the bridge loop out to the hump and back. It was sunny and sweet conditions. Went with Reggie and Kathy and we even took Ramsey out for a ride. Photos are zeb and matt and the crew.
Story and pictures submitted by Whitney Phillips
Story and pictures submitted by Whitney Phillips
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Grooming update 2/20
The grooming fleet has been busy since the rain storm on Sunday night and Monday. The Huntington Trail has been groomed. The Lower Camel's Hump Loop is currently being groomed by Skip and he reports that the trail is in excellent shape. The plan is to groom the Upper Loop on Thursday and the fields along the Mad River where we had some flood damage as soon as possible.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Monday, February 18, 2008
Heavy Rain and Flooding Today.
The heavy rains and warm temps of last night and this morning caused the Mad River to flood over its banks and take out a section of trail near meadow road in Waitsfield. Ride with caution and better yet wait until it gets cold and the groomers are able to get out and patch things up.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
February 2008 Newsletter
February 2008 NEWSLETTER
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our February meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, February 5, 2008. Thirteen members attended.
Our annual Progressive dinner was a huge success. We had 29 members enjoy appetizer’s thanks to Peanut and Sarah Ferris, dinner at Reggie and Kathi Orr’s and dessert at Marty and Lois DeHeer’s. It was a perfect evening of great eating and great riding. Thanks to all our hosts for an outstanding evening. Special thanks to the Belnap’s for the use of the “Hilton”
Eleven club members enjoyed an overnight ride to Saint J’s. Pictures have been posted on the blog.
MRRR blog- Don’t forget to check our site for the latest club activities. The site is: http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted.
Ryan McDonald was this year’s winner of the 2007 VAST Volunteer TMA Award. Every year VAST awards a volunteer from each county a TMA for their work on the trails during VAST Volunteer Weekend.
As of February 5th we have 191 members
Next meeting will be Tuesday, March 5, 2008 7:00 PM at the Dages’ Residence. Hope to see you there!!
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our February meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, February 5, 2008. Thirteen members attended.
Our annual Progressive dinner was a huge success. We had 29 members enjoy appetizer’s thanks to Peanut and Sarah Ferris, dinner at Reggie and Kathi Orr’s and dessert at Marty and Lois DeHeer’s. It was a perfect evening of great eating and great riding. Thanks to all our hosts for an outstanding evening. Special thanks to the Belnap’s for the use of the “Hilton”
Eleven club members enjoyed an overnight ride to Saint J’s. Pictures have been posted on the blog.
MRRR blog- Don’t forget to check our site for the latest club activities. The site is: http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted.
Ryan McDonald was this year’s winner of the 2007 VAST Volunteer TMA Award. Every year VAST awards a volunteer from each county a TMA for their work on the trails during VAST Volunteer Weekend.
As of February 5th we have 191 members
Next meeting will be Tuesday, March 5, 2008 7:00 PM at the Dages’ Residence. Hope to see you there!!
Friday, February 15, 2008
Club Trip To St Johnsbury
The club went on its annual overnight trip to St Johnsbury last weekend. We have been trying to go for several years and this season there was finally enough snow to ride out of St J. On Saturday we rode north through Maidstone and Island Pond and then back south through Burke putting 140+ miles on the trip odometer. On Sunday we took it easier and rode around the Danville area. Conditions were superb.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Stolen Snowmobile
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 02/10/08, at approximately 0000hrs, individuals stole a black and gray 2001 Ski doo 600 out of the back of William Walkie's truck. Walkie's truck was parked at the Volco gas station near the junction of Route 17 and Route 100 in the town of Waitsfield. The individuals placed it into another truck and drove off with the snowmobile. If anyone has information concerning this incident please contact Trp. Schneider at 229-9191 or contact Crime Stoppers at1-800-529-9998.
On 02/10/08, at approximately 0000hrs, individuals stole a black and gray 2001 Ski doo 600 out of the back of William Walkie's truck. Walkie's truck was parked at the Volco gas station near the junction of Route 17 and Route 100 in the town of Waitsfield. The individuals placed it into another truck and drove off with the snowmobile. If anyone has information concerning this incident please contact Trp. Schneider at 229-9191 or contact Crime Stoppers at1-800-529-9998.
Friday, February 08, 2008
Trail Report Friday February 8th
We received close to 2 feet of snow during the last week and the trails are in great condition. Get out there this weekend and enjoy the snow.
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Club Meeting Tonight. Tuesday 2/5
The Mad River Ridge Runners are meeting this evening at the Fayston Town Hall. The meeting begins at 7PM and all members are invited.
Saturday, January 19, 2008
There snow in them hills!
All of these pics were taken today in the Log Job and Camel's Hump State Park. Get it while the gettings good.
Friday, January 18, 2008
Trails are open
We have some good news to report this evening. Our trails are open once again and the conditions are improving.
With the return to cold temps and a couple of light snowfalls the groomers were able to get out during the week and groom our upper elevation trails including the Log Job and Camel's Hump park. Conditions are very thin on the lower elevation terrain and it is highly recommended that you ride with the utmost caution since early season conditions do exist.
Have a great weekend!
With the return to cold temps and a couple of light snowfalls the groomers were able to get out during the week and groom our upper elevation trails including the Log Job and Camel's Hump park. Conditions are very thin on the lower elevation terrain and it is highly recommended that you ride with the utmost caution since early season conditions do exist.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, January 17, 2008
January 2008 Newsletter
January 2008 NEWSLETTER
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our January meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, January 8, 2008. Thirteen members attended.
Thanks to the great early snow and the hard work of our groomers the Annual Hot Dog Roast was a huge success. Members enjoyed a ride around Camel’s Hump loop and then hot dogs roasted on an open fire at Skip and Brenda’s house. Thanks Skip and Brenda for hosting the ride.
Depending on the weather the overnight ride to Saint J’s will be February 9th and 10th and will be limited to 20 members. Call Kathi Orr at 496-4161 if interested.
Next meeting will be Tuesday, February 5, 2008 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
President: Art Dages (496-2577)
Vice President: Howard Emerson III
Secretary: Cathi Dages
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)
Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)
We had our January meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, January 8, 2008. Thirteen members attended.
Thanks to the great early snow and the hard work of our groomers the Annual Hot Dog Roast was a huge success. Members enjoyed a ride around Camel’s Hump loop and then hot dogs roasted on an open fire at Skip and Brenda’s house. Thanks Skip and Brenda for hosting the ride.
Depending on the weather the overnight ride to Saint J’s will be February 9th and 10th and will be limited to 20 members. Call Kathi Orr at 496-4161 if interested.
Next meeting will be Tuesday, February 5, 2008 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall. Hope to see you there!!
Friday, January 11, 2008
Trails are closed for now.
The weather was brutal this week and with 60 degree temps and a couple of days of steady rain there isn't much left besides open water bars and mud holes. The good news is that there is a storm forecasted for early next week and cold weather is on the way.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Trail Stake Shots
Doug Wilson took these photos back in the late fall of his twin sons helping out with trail work and staking the trails. The rumor is that Santa brought the boys a Polaris 120 for Christmas. We will try to post some photos of the boys with their new sled later in the season.
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
More pics from Sunday's Hot Dog Roast.
Brenda sent us some more excellent pics of last Sunday's hot dog roast. Thanks to Brenda and Skip for having the club over to their place for an awesome cookout.
Monday, January 07, 2008
Hot Dog Roast & Ride
The Ridge Runners held their annual Hot Dog Roast & Ride on Sunday. We went for a ride around the Camel's Hump loop and then roasted dogs at Skip and Brenda's place. The trails were in great shape and we had a blast.
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