Mad River Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club

2012-02-04T06:47:00.002-05:00

Trails Update: The groomers went on Thursday and Friday. Thanks Skip and P-Nut. Higher elevation trails The following trails have been groomed the past two days. From Que Vasseur to the Waterbury Bridge, the Log Job and Huntington. All are in good condition with sufficient snow. Get out and ride. Access from the gravel pit is good. The reroute of Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse has not been groomed. We presume cover is thin. Also coverage is very thin from the store to Harwood. This trail is not currently recommended for use. Lower elevations : Cover is very thin through the fields, but passable. Getting down into town is very questionable and not recommended. Come join us for our monthly meeting. Up for discussion & planning the Club Day Ride February 11th and Community Sledding Party February 25th. Event: Club Meeting Day: Tuesday, February 7th , 2012Time: 7:00 pmPlace: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT Cari WilsonMRRR President

Dinner

2012-01-29T07:19:00.002-05:00

Doug took a test ride this morning. Trails are sufficient between Apps -Steph &Janis’s and Dinner-Doug & Cari’s. Folks should be able to ride from Kenyon’s. Meet at 5:00pm It will be thin, but passable. Riding sleds down to Orr’s will be questionable. Especially if the sun shines on the 1in of fluff.

Our plan is to ride, but we may drive to the Orr’s depending on what the afternoon brings.

We will have two six-wheelers available for transporting people to Steph &Janis’s.
Both the Orr’s and Wilson’s driveways will be sanded.

5:00 pm meet at Kenyon’s--- I am not sure how many will come that    way due the conditions. We do not plan to ride down to meet folks.
Here is the lineup:
5:30 pm Hors d’oeuvre at Stephanie & Janis’s off of Sharp Shooters
      Road go through the pit and go straight.
7:00 pm Dinner at Doug & Cari’s off Rt 17 near Kew Vassuer Road.
8:30 pm Dessert at Reggie & Kathi’s off Rt 17F toward the village.

We are all looking forward to a fun evening. See you there.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Progressive dinner transport

2012-01-24T04:50:00.001-05:00

FYI Reggie Orr has offered to transport any participants to Steph and Janis’s via the deluxe accommodations of a six wheeler. Thanks Reggie!

Spaces still available!!!

The Progressive Dinner is next weekend, January 28th. With any bit of luck we will be riding to all locations. Please email me or call 496-3836 to reserve a spot by Tuesday. Our hosts need the final counts to prepare for the event.
Here is the lineup:
5:30 pm Hors d’oeuvre at Stephanie & Janis’s off of Sharp Shooters
Road go through the pit and go straight.
7:00 pm Dinner at Doug & Cari’s off Rt 17 near Kew Vassuer Road.
8:30 pm Dessert at Reggie & Kathi’s off Rt 17F toward the village.

We could use some help with food preparations. Please call Kathi at 496-4161 if you would like to help out with desserts. Or Cari at 496-3836 to help out with dinner.

Think Snow.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Trails update

2012-01-21T06:19:00.000-05:00

OOPS!! LET ME TRY THIS AGAIN……. Doug and I had a miscommunication. Trails Update: Last week the groomers went out with the compactor bar only. Then the rain hit……..bummer. The cold weather that followed will help set up a nice base WHEN we get some more snow.

Higher elevation trails All trails have been over with the compactor bar and the water bars are frozen. There is early season riding.

Lower elevations : Last week the groomers went out with the compactor bar only. Cover is thin, but passable. The groomer has not been across the valley floor.

Northfield and Waterbury Clubs are in about the same shape we are, compacted with early season riding. The bridge in Waterbury is open again.

Great news, through the hard work and generosity or old and new land owners we have rerouted Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. The reroute will be groomed the a 4’ drag only, we are hoping to widen it at some time. Please limit the late night riding, parts of the trial are close to several homes. Thank you for your courtesy.

Camel’s Hump loop will be closed for the season due to flood damage.

Think SNOW…. Lots of it!

Sorry for the mix up, but this is much better.

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

Progressive Dinner

2012-01-21T06:17:00.002-05:00

The Progressive Dinner is next weekend, January 28^th. With any bit of luck we will be riding to all locations. Please email me or call 496-3836 to reserve a spot by Tuesday. Our hosts need the final counts to prepare for the event.

Here is the lineup:

5:30 pm Hors d’oeuvre at Stephanie & Janis’s off of Sharp Shooters

Road go through the pit and go straight.

7:00 pm Dinner at Doug & Cari’s off Rt 17 near Kew Vassuer Road.

8:30 pm Dessert at Reggie & Kathi’s off Rt 17F toward the village.

We could use some help with food preparations. Please call Kathi at 496-4161 if you would like to help out with desserts. Or Cari at 496-3836 to help out with dinner.

Think Snow.

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

Progressive dinner

2012-01-07T08:20:00.002-05:00

Mark your calendars! The club has several events scheduled:

Join us for a Progressive Dinner, January 28th. This event delivers awesome food and terrific company. There are three stops: Appetizers, Dinner and Desserts. Appetizers start at 5:30, meet at Kenyon’s at 5:00 pm. There is a $10domation to offset costs. This event is limited to 20 people. Please email me or call 496-3836 to reserve a spot. Snow or no snow this event will go on.

Club Day Ride – February 11th, 2012. More details we be provided when the date approaches.

Community Sledding and Hotdog Roast – February 25th, 2012.

The question of the New Year: When will the SNOW arrive? Well, I do not have the answer, but I keep on hoping. Currently the all trails are closed.

Think Snow.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Happy new year.

2012-01-03T14:35:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year!!! May the new year bring us SNOW! Trails are currently still closed due to lack of the white stuff. Our first meeting of the new year is tonight. Hope you can make it.

Event: Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

here is the tma application

2011-12-08T06:23:00.000-05:00

Lost dog

2011-12-06T17:12:00.002-05:00

Hello,

My brother, Zeb Towne (244-7048) from Richardson Road in Duxbury, lost his long-legged, I-love-to-run&run dog Tuesday (11/22) before the storm. We were wondering if you might post our attached flyer/spread the word in the hopes that if you still have folks out blazing trails/posting signs, they might come upon her? Zeb lives very close to Camels Hump which makes for a vast area to cover and the clock is ticking. She was trained as a Leashed Tracking Dog so she may be tracking wounded deer; guarding it waiting for the hunter to arrive, or at this point, eating it. She had ID/contact info on her and we are just hoping no one has shot her yet. However, if her remains are found, Zeb would also appreciate being contacted. If you wouldn't mind/are able to, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you & kindest regards,
Hannah Towne
cell 310-1920
home 476-7558
hltowne@yahoo.com
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Yankee with correct dates

2011-12-06T06:01:00.002-05:00

P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, VT 05673
http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com

Come join us for our Annual Holiday Yankee Gift Exchange and Potluck Dinner. Please bring a dish to share, a beverage, a gift ( no more than $10) for the Yankee Gift Exchange, and some holiday cheer.

Event: Potluck & Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, December 6th , 2011 ( I made an oops! This is now the correct date.)
Time: 6:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Looking forward to seeing folks for an enjoyable evening.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Tma info

2011-12-04T08:20:00.002-05:00

P.O. Box 248
             Waitsfield, VT 05673
http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com

2011 Annual NEWSLETTER
      A special thanks to our current and past officers. We know how hard you work.
     President:        Cari Wilson (496-3836)                    Trail Master:         Tom Clark (496-3030)
    Vice President: Art Dages                                  Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
    Secretary:        Stephanie Maheu                             Co-Safety Officers: Skip Wallace (244-1580) &
    Treasurer:        Kerney Brown                                                                        Kevin Van Schaick

RAFFLE FUND RAISER
Congratulations to Karen & David Wright of Waitsfield, VT for winning the 2011 Artic Cat snowmobile.

The Raffle fundraiser was a success, raising about $3,000 dollars which goes directly into the local trails. We are all aware that this has been a difficult fall for many people in our club and communities, none the less you purchased tickets and generously donated prizes. Thank you for your continued support.

Our fund raiser is on the move! We are currently seeking a new location for the event. For suggestions or comments please call Cari Wilson at 802-496-3836.

TMA INFORMATION

VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get this savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2011. Please see the attached TMA information sheet. TMA’s will be available at Kenyon’s or the Duxbury Country Store. We are asking that local members use these options in lieu of mailing if possible.

Do you know someone who uses our local trials for walking, skiing, mushing or snowshoeing and would like to support the trails? For a donation of $15 they could become a supporting Club Member and receive their very own MRRR membership card.
E-mail communication is in full service now.   Many of you have been receiving regular updates of club events. If you know of a club member who is not receiving the e-mails and would like to be added to our mailing list contact: Cari@gmavt.net.

Please note that this is the only newsletter we mail as a hard copy. If you want us to post- mail our communications to you please contact us at the club address.
TRAIL UPDATE

Members have been working hard to get the trails ready for the season. It is always a push, but in the wake of Irene this year was particularly difficult. A special thanks to Reggie Orr, Tom Clark and Doug Wilson for facilitating much of the reconstruction work. It has been time consuming and costly for MRRR and VAST. We spent 3 days excavating corridor 100 to repair damage from the outhouse at WN58 to the suspension bridge. Trail C100 behind Harwood Union High School, needed major repairs to reestablish the trail and reroute Dowsville Brook back to its original location. On C17 the Pine Brook Bridge was washed out. It has been reinstalled and decked(Thanks Alan & Forest). Also on C17, a half mile trail washout and culvert repairs were made above Kew Vasseur Rd.   A washed out culvert was installed behind David Armstrong’s on C17 (Thanks David). C100 is currently closed from Duxbury store to WN5. We are still working on a reroute. Camels Hump State Park, C100A from WN62-WN59, will be closed for the season due to extreme washouts.

MARK YOUR CALENDERS - Up Coming Events

FREE SNOWMOBILE RIDER SAFTEY COURSE: Saturday December 3rd, 2011 9am to 4pm. Anyone 12 years of age or older, born after July 1, 1983 must take and pass a snowmobile safely course before operating a snowmobile on the VAST trails. Students MUST pre- register. Contact Kevin VanSchaick 496-5378 or Skip Wallace 244-1580.

HOLIDAY POT LUCK & YANKEE GIFT EXCHANGE: Tuesday December 6th, 6pm at the Mad River Ambulance Building. Please bring a dish to share, drinks for yourself, a gift (no more than $10.00) for the Yankee Gift exchange and some holiday cheer.

HOTDOG ROAST - New Year’s Day trailside get together to welcome the New Year- snow permitting; Meeting place and time to be announced

More winter events will be scheduled at our next meeting.

HOTDOG ROAST**** PROGESSIVE DINNER***** ANTIQUE SNOWMOBILE PARADE****
           WEEKEND OVERNIGHT RIDE ***** CLUB EVENING RIDES

MRRR blog- Whitney Phillips continues to do a great job maintaining and updating the blog. The site is: http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com.Please contact Whitney at ( madriverridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted.

TMA information and application can now be printed off the blog. Let your friends know.

                                                            Think SNOW!

Our next meeting is December 6th, 2011 at 6:00 pm at the Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT for our Holiday Celebration.

Yankee

2011-12-04T08:19:00.002-05:00

P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, VT 05673
http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com

Come join us for our Annual Holiday Yankee Gift Exchange and Potluck Dinner. Please bring a dish to share, a beverage, a gift ( no more than $10) for the Yankee Gift Exchange, and some holiday cheer.

Event: Potluck & Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, December 8th , 2011
Time: 6:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Dinner at the Hyde Away

2011-11-02T06:50:00.001-04:00

P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, VT 05673
http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com

The HYDE AWAY INN & RESTARANT and MRRR is teaming up for a fund raiser. On Thursday November 3rd , 25% of all food sales will be donated to MRRR. All you have to do is get out and enjoy a great homemade meal. Tell everyone you can; plan a group outing with your friends. The more people the better!!!! Please come out and support your club and a great local restaurant..

Event: Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, November 1st , 2011
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Agenda Attached

Dinner out!!

2011-10-31T06:24:00.002-04:00

P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, VT 05673
http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com

Congratulations to Karen Wright of Waitsfield for winning the 2012- F 570 Artic Cat at our annual fundraiser! Happy riding!!!

I would like to thank the ticket holders and all the businesses and individuals who generously contributed prizes for the event. Great job by the club members who put in the leg work to make the event a success.

The HYDE AWAY INN & RESTARANT and MRRR is teaming up for a fund raiser. On Thursday November 3rd , 25% of all food sales will be donated to MRRR. All you have to do is get out and enjoy a great homemade meal. Tell everyone you can; plan a group outing with your friends. The more people the better!!!! Please come out and support your club and a great local restaurant..

Event: Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, November 1st , 2011
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Dinner

2011-10-18T04:31:00.002-04:00

P.O. Box 248
Waitsfield, VT 05673
http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com

Raffle Fundraiser

Our Annual fundraiser is this coming weekend, Saturday October 22nd. This year we are raffling off an F 570 Artic Cat with reverse and electric start.

As we all know times are lean, but we really need your help this year!!!!!!

Currently we have 9 tickets available for purchase. Come get in the fun and support your club. You have a 1 in a 100 chance of winning a new sled! Plus dinner and a small gift/prize to take home.

Our prize donations could also use some help. Many of our local contributors were affected by the flood. We are currently 26 prizes shy of our 99 needed. Donations of any kind would be greatly appreciated. Gift cards from local establishment, baked goods, or services are just a few ideas. Please email me at cari@gmavt.net or call 802-496-3836.

All proceeds from this event go directly into the repairing and maintaining of our local trails.

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

2011-10-03T19:08:00.001-04:00

Raffle Fundraiser

Just a reminder that our annual fundraiser is approaching quickly; Saturday October 22nd. The last minute preparations are being made and we are still in need of donations. Some lucky person will go home with a 2012- F 570 Artic Cat! We hope you will join us at the Gatehouse Lodge at Sugarbush Resort. Please pick up your ticket at Kenyon’s Variety Store or Contact Donna Kenyon at 496-3922.

Club Meeting. All are welcome. I have attached a copy of our agenda.

Event: Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, October 4th , 2011
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Public Meeting

2011-06-12T09:15:00.002-04:00

Hello members this is a large parcel on which we have trails. Please take a moment to voice your opinion on the survey. If possible a showing at Crosset MS Brook would be terrific.

Cari Wilson

President MRRR

From: Sbmcvt@aol.com [mailto:Sbmcvt@aol.com]
Sent: Saturday, June 11, 2011 1:38 PM
To: info@vermonttraditions.org
Subject: REMINDER--CAMEL'S HUMP PUBLIC MEETINGS TUES. & WED.

Hello Everyone,

This is a reminder about two important meetings on the sprawling 25,541 acre (40 square mile) Camel's Hump Area State Lands in Central Vermont next week. It is important that Vermont Traditions Coalition and our member organizations have a presence at these meetings to weigh in on the side of recreational opportunity and public access for all as well as an aggressive timber mangement schedule for the benefit of forest health, wildlife abundance, and our rural wood products economy. There is no way of knowing what the state may propose next week and no way of weighing in on it if we don't have a meaningful presence.

As you all know, there's a Vermont Traditions Coalition meeting with Fish & Wildlife Department Commissioner Pat Berry Tuesday night. Thus, many of us including VTC staff will be at the VTC meeting. Hopefully, some folks in this E-mail Network plan on attending the Tuesday Camel's Hump meeting so that VTC can be aware of what transpired. Please notify Frank Stanley or I about Tuesday night's happenings if you do attend. Frank and I will attend Wednesday's meeting in Duxbury. Hopefully, others will join us so as to provide the meaningful presence we are seeking.

PUBLIC MEETING DATES

TUESDAY BREWSTER PIERCE MEMORIAL SCHOOL IN HUNTINGTON CENTER

WEDNESDAY CROSSET BROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL IN DUXBURY

BOTH MEETINGS RUN FROM 7 PM--8:30 PM

DON'T FORGET: TAKE AGENCY OF NATURAL RESOURCES SURVEY

If you haven't already done so, please take the public survey available to provide input to the Camel’s Hump Management Unit long range planning effort. Members of your organization and anyone else out there are welcome to take the survey. Please help us spread the word! This survey is available until the end of June.

The link is: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CHMU_public_survey

I have already taken the survey, but we need you, your organizations and your network of friends to also take it so our point of view is the clear majority. The same goes for the public meetings. We need to be in the majority at these meetings.

SOME TIPS RE: TAKING THE SURVEY & PUBLIC MEETING PARTICIPATION

--State in the survey that recreation and vegetative managementand wildlife habitat are very important. Resource protection and aesthetics management are not very important, in my opinion. These lands are classic, beautiful Vermont mountains, woodlands and varied terrain which, in and of itself, creates outstanding aesthetics and protects resources just by the fact that it is a vast woodland. Little or no management activity is needed for these values except maybe timber cutting to increase views.

--This area contains 15 miles of some of the most beautiful snowmobile trails in the state. Snowmobiling should be ranked very high. The logging road system would also lend itself to other motorized recreation at some point. Hunting and fishing (to the extent there are fishable waters within these lands) should be very high priority. Hiking Camel's Hump is very popular and always will be.

--This area should have been way, way more aggressively timber managed. There is an overwhelming amount of mature forest. Game and non-game species thrive on heavy cutting, and the cutting brings money to the state and sustainable Vermont wood product industries.

--Conflicts between different forms of recreation should require minimal to no management. The area is big enough for all forms of wooded recreation

--There should be no restricted "wilderness" style set asides. Back door posting of public lands is not what taxpayers bargained for when they bought the land.

--Public access by car or truck should be maintained or perhaps improved, depending on the specifics involving the land and access to it. There should be no road closures and perhaps some gate openings, again, depending on the specifics. For example, hunter disbursement during hunting season may be helped by opening some gates for the season.

--I'm sure many of you have important thoughts of your own to address.

If anyone wants to discuss any of this any further, I can be reached at the phone number below.

Steve McLeod, Executive Director

Vermont Tradions Coalition

802-434-3346

Club Meeting

2011-04-04T06:38:00.000-04:00

Hope you can make it to our club meeting.

Event: Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday, April 5th, 2011
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Topics to be discussed: Officer Elections
Landowner Appreciation
Signage Removal
Summer Projects

The sledding and hotdog roast was great fun. A special thanks to all who helped make it a great success Dimarios , Migneualts, Van Schaick, and the Wilsons,

Current trail conditions and March 13th Sledding

2011-03-11T16:14:00.000-05:00

Trails Update: The groomers have been out with the compactor bar only. If we fair well through this next bought of rain they will be out and about with the drag.

Higher elevation trails All trails have been over with the compactor bar. Northfield has not been opened up.

Lower elevations: The fields are currently CLOSED. The groomer has not been across the valley floor. There are ice chunks and debris littering the fields. Even with the new snow, lots of water is still sitting in the fields, meaning slush and other unseen dangers.

Here is some Eye Candy of playing in the fields at kenyon's with blue sky and DEEP snow.

TRAIL CLOSURE Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. Please respect the landowner’s request.

Happy Riding. Be safe and aware of the changing conditions.

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

There will be a fire to roast hotdogs and marshmallows. The sledding hill will be groomed for fast fun and snowmobiles will be available to tow folks up the hill. Bring your own sleds, hotdogs, drinks and something to share if you like. Hope to see you there.

Event: Sledding Party & Hotdog Roast
Day: Sunday March 13^th
Time: 10:30am to 2:00pm
Place: Sharpshooters Road, N. Fayston VT

Call me at 496-3836 if you need directions.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

HOt dog roast and sledding

2011-03-11T08:11:00.002-05:00

Event: Sledding Party & Hotdog Roast

Day: Sunday March 13^th

Time: 10:30am to 2:00pm

Place: Sharpshooters Road, N. Fayston VT

Call me at 496-3836 if you need directions.

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

Trail update

2011-03-08T05:31:00.000-05:00

Trails Update: Lots of rain and flooding Sunday, then 18 inches plus of snow downtown Sunday night and Monday. WOW!!

Higher elevation trails are deep with new snow; 2 or more feet with lots of drifting. The groomers will be breaking out trails this week, starting with the roads in the log job.

Lower elevations: The fields are currently CLOSED till the groomers can get out there and assess the situation. Yesterday the fields were covered with 2-3 feet of water. There are ice chunks and debris littering the fields. Even with the new snow, lots of water is still sitting in the fields, meaning slush and other unseen dangers.

TRAIL CLOSURE Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. Please respect the landowner’s request.

Happy Riding. Be safe and aware of the changing conditions.

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

SPECIAL PLACE & TIME THIS MONTH FOR OUR CLUB MEETING

2011-03-01T09:08:00.000-05:00

SPECIAL PLACE & TIME THIS MONTH FOR OUR CLUB MEETING, due to Town Meeting Day.

The meeting will be at the Big Picture Theater & Café at 7:30. You could ride in on your sled and/or have dinner before the meeting. Hope you can make it.

Event: Club Meeting

Day: Tuesday, March1^st , 2011

Time: 7:30 pm

Place: Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, VT

Anyone interested in a Wednesday Night Ride? They have been setting out weekly from Kenyon’s at 6:00pm. Come join us.

Cari Wilson,

MRRR President

Cari Wilson,
MRRR President

Special Meeting Place, thank you note and meeting new people.

2011-02-28T08:45:00.003-05:00

SPECIAL PLACE & TIME THIS MONTH FOR OUR CLUB MEETING, due to Town Meeting Day.

The meeting will be at the Big Picture Theater & Café at 7:30. You could ride in on your sled and/or have dinner before the meeting. Hope you can make it.

Event: Club Meeting

Day: Tuesday, March1^st , 2011

Time: 7:30 pm

Place: Big Picture Theater & Café, Waitsfield, VT

Anyone interested in a Wednesday Night Ride? They have been setting out weekly from Kenyon’s at 6:00pm. Come join us.

While I was unloading at Kenyon's something caught my eye. Right next to me, there were two friends and their son unloading. 2 sleds and a motocross bike with a track. I walked over and said hello. His first words were "go get your helmet and try it out" Both really friendly guys taking their son out for his first day on the trails. Thank you again for letting me try it out. Hope to run into them both again.

Let me say that it was a little icy but with some practice and some fresh snow. This thing would be a ton of fun!!!!

I got a call from a friend who lives south of here. He wanted me to give him rides to the top so he could ski. The sno mo was more fun than the skiing but don't tell him that.

Here is a thank you note from Judy in S. Burlington

Your trails were amazing today, thank you so much for all the volunteer effort.
Again, thank you
Judy from S. Burlington

TRAIL UPDATE:

All the trails were groomed prior to the new snow today, about 10” in the valley. Northfield, the Duxbury Store, the valley floor and the fields were groomed today. The remainder of the trail system, Camel’s Hump, Log Job and Huntington are scheduled to be groomed in the morning. Get out and ride. It should be a great weekend.

The Saturday February 19^th day ride was a great success. We had 15 participants and rode 145 miles. We went over the suspension bridge through Waterbury to East Montpelier through Calais, had lunch in Hardwick and retuned through Worcester, Middlesex and Waterbury. All in all a great ride.

Wednesday Night Rides are fun and happening weekly. The group averages 6 sleds give or take. They ride 50 or 60 miles and have dinner. Meet at Kenyon’s 6:00pm. All are welcome.

TRAIL CLOSURE Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. Please respect the landowner’s request. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Happy Riding

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

PS Did you get any great pictures???? Please send them along for us.

Trail Conditions

2011-02-12T08:13:00.000-05:00

All the trails have been groomed in the last 48 hours. They are flat and well covered. These are the best conditions we have had in several years! Get out and ride!

Saturday February 19^th day ride; We will meet at Kenyon’s 8:15am ready to ride, i.e. a full tank. The ride will be 100+ miles with a stop for lunch, so plan for the entire day. The actual route will be decided on closer to the date depending on snow conditions. We would like to have an idea of the numbers, please drop me an email if you are interested.

TRAIL CLOSURE Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. Please respect the landowner’s request. We are close to having a way through; details to come in the next week or so. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Happy Riding

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

PS Did you get any great pictures???? Please send them along for us.

Wed night ride & Day Trip 2/19/11

2011-02-07T09:35:00.000-05:00

The groomers were out today. Saturday’s storm dumped about 8 inches of nice damp snow, so the trails are setting up nicely. You have got to love all that snow! Thanks to all of our operators for all your long hours in the groomers to make our trail such a pleasure.

The trails are flat so let’s go!! Who is up for a Wednesday night ride? Meet at Kenyon’s, 6:00pm. Do we want to ride over to the Cider House for dinner? Drop me a quick email.

Heads up, the club is planning a club day trip on Saturday February 19^th. We will meet at Kenyon’s8:15am ready to ride, i.e. a full tank. The ride will be 100+ miles with a stop for lunch, so plan for the entire day. The actual route will be decided on closer to the date depending on snow conditions. Drop an email if you are interested.

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

Trail Conditions

2011-02-07T09:33:00.002-05:00

The groomers are out daily. The snow this week helped a lot and we are getting more tonight!!!!

Trails Update: Conditions are great with lots of snow.

Higher elevation trails have excellent snow cover. Camel’s Hump is being groomed as I write.

Huntington has been cut, packed, and groomed with a drag.

Lower elevations: the fields and the village are groomed with good coverage.

The trial to Northfield, the village and the fields will be groomed in the early morning.

100 from Harwood to the Duxbury Store is in good condition. Please remember the trail for the moment dead-ends at the store. The new store hours are 6:30am to 9:00pm.

TRAIL CLOSURE Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. Please respect the landowner’s request.We are close to having a way through; details to come in the next week or so. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Happy Riding

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

PS Did you get any great pictures???? Please send them along for us.

Progressive dinner & Meeting

2011-02-07T09:32:00.000-05:00

Thanks to all who participated in the Progressive Dinner. As usual it was a delightful time with good friends and lots of terrific food. A special thanks to our hosts, Gary & Arlie Belknap, Lisa Townsend & Paul Pizzale, Reggie & Kathi Orr and to all who contributed to the delicious feast. Check out the photos below courtesy of the Gary & Arlie.

Hope you can make it to our club meeting.

Event: Club Meeting

Day: Tuesday, February 2^nd, 2011

Time: 7:00 pm

Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Military Ride & Trails

2011-02-07T09:28:00.002-05:00

Come celebrate our service men and women by attending the Annual Military Appreciation Day sponsored by VAST.

Free snowmobile rides for kids and adults, vintage sled parade, Blackhawk helicopter (11:30am), food and more.

Event: Military Appreciation Day

Day: Saturday, January 29^th, 2011

Time: 10:00 to 2:00

Place: Kenyon’s Field Rt 100 Waitsfield, VT 5:30 pm

All trails have been groomed in the last couple of days.

Trails Update: Conditions are good to excellent throughout our entire trial system. A bit more snow would go along way.

100 from Harwood to the Duxbury Store is in good condition. Please remember the trail for the moment dead-ends at the store. The new store hours are 6:30am to 9:00pm.

TRAIL CLOSURE Rt100 corridor from the Duxbury Store to junction WN58-at the outhouse. Please respect the landowner’s request. We are working on an alternative route, we will keep you posted.

Happy Riding

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

Trail update Great snow but COLD!!!!

2011-01-22T08:26:00.000-05:00

All trials have been groomed in the last couple of days. Bundle up for the cold weather and enjoy the riding.

Trails Update: Conditions are good and improving daily.

Higher elevation trails have excellent snow cover. All trials have been groomed several times. 100A and the log job are in excellent condition, as is Camel’s Hump.

Huntington has been cut and packed, but not groomed with a drag. This should be done in the next day or so.

The trial to Northfield is groomed, but coverage is thin.

RT 100B is also groomed with thin coverage.

Lower elevations: the fields and the village are groomed with good coverage.

100 from Harwood to the Duxbury Store is in good condition. Please remember the trail for the moment dead-ends at the store. The new store hours are 6:30am to 9:00pm.

Happy Riding

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

If you get any great pictures please send them along for us.

Use the "send updates here" link under the contact us section on the right

The snow is here !!!

2011-01-16T08:12:00.000-05:00

The snow has arrived!!!! Wednesday’s storm created our winter wonderland we have all been waiting for.

Trails Update: Early Season riding, conditions are improving daily.

Higher elevation trails have excellent snow cover. The following trails have and groomed once Beaver Meadows and Camels Hump State Park Rt100A, and the roads in the log job. The trial to Northfield has been packed and trees cut out.

Lower elevations: the fields and the village were groomed Thursday. Snow coverage is good.

Happy Riding

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

Trail Update and Trail closure.

2011-01-12T06:43:00.000-05:00

Trails Update: Early Season riding, conditions are marginal.

Higher elevation trails have good snow cover. The groomers will be breaking out trails this week, starting with the roads in the log job. You can access through the gravel pit.

Lower elevations and the fields are very marginal, but a few sleds have been through. Currently there is not enough snow to groom down low.

Happy Riding – We are hoping this storm will dump enough to have us full operational. Think Snow!!!!

Trail update, 1/10/11

2011-01-10T22:21:00.000-05:00

Well, We got some snow but it is of the light and fluffy kind. The tails have yet to be packed but they are decent in the higher elevations.
from Dowsville rd up to the outhouse, has some branches but we sill get out and take care of that soon.
Fields are still very light on the snow so should some what be avoided.
That's it for know but lets just hope for snow.......
Wp

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2010-12-19T21:42:00.001-05:00

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Can't say enough about the service and quality.
Local rider Local Shop.
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Holiday pot luck... holiday get meeting

2010-12-05T21:42:00.000-05:00

Come join us for some holiday fun, Tuesday evening for a pot luck dinner and Yankee Gift Exchange. Bring a dish to share, drinks for yourself, a gift (no more than $10) for the Yankee Gift Exchange and some holiday cheer. Hope to see you all there.

Event: Club Meeting & Holiday Party

Day: December 7^th, 2010

Time: 6:00 pm

Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

TMA INFO

2010-12-05T21:41:00.000-05:00

TMA INFORMATION

VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get this savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2010. Please see the attached TMAinformation sheet.

TMA’s are available at: Kenyon’s Variety Store

The Duxbury Country Store –

Under new ownership: Now open 6 am to 9pm Mon—Sat and 8am to 5:30pm Sun

Or by mail see attached forms.

By joining VAST through our club your club membership dues goes directly to the support of the local MRRR trails we all enjoy.

Thank you for you support.

Cari Wilson

President MRRR

TMAs

2010-11-29T17:56:00.000-05:00

TMA INFORMATION

VAST is offering an Early Bird TMA discount again this season. In order to get this savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15, 2010. Please see the attached TMAinformation sheet.

TMA’s are available at: Kenyon’s Variety Store

The Duxbury Country Store –

Under new ownership: Now open 6 am to 9pm Mon—Sat and 8am to 5:30pm Sun

Or by mail see attached forms.

By joining VAST through our club your club membership dues goes directly to the support of the local MRRR trails we all enjoy.

Thank you for you support.

Cari Wilson

President MRRR

Safety Course...... Safety First Kids......

2010-11-17T17:43:00.000-05:00

SNOWMOBILE RIDER SAFETY COURSE:

Date: Saturday December 4^th, 2010

Time: 9am to 4pm

Location: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield VT

Free to any one 12 yrs of age or older, born after July 1, 1983 must take and pass a snowmobile safely course before operating a snowmobile on the VAST trails.

Lunch provided.

Students MUST pre- register.

Contact Kevin Van Schsaick 496-5378 or Skip Wallace 244-1580.

Club Meeting tonight 7:00 PM Ambulance Building

2010-11-02T07:58:00.000-04:00

It is November already. The snowmobile season is right around the corner. Come join us to discuss our winter event schedule. The snowflakes have been occasionally falling.

Event: Club Meeting

Day: Tuesday, November 2^nd, 2010 Double opps!

Time: 7:00 pm

Place: Mad River Ambulance Building, Waitsfield, VT

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

The Banquet was a great success

2010-11-02T07:56:00.000-04:00

The Raffle fundraiser was a big success; a special thank you to all our ticket holders, generous donation contributors and club members for all their time. We had good feedback regarding the new location at the Gatehouse Lodge at Sugarbush; The setting comfortable and food scrumptious. We plan on discussing the beverage costs and availability with Sugarbush for next year’s raffle.

Ramsey and Reggie Orr won the sled! Congratulations! Happy trails.

Go Kerney

2010-10-23T07:34:00.000-04:00

TREASURERER position filled!

Many thanks to Kerney Brown for volunteering; Kerney has been an active member of MRRR for years. In addition to the treasurer duties he spends most Saturdays in the fall with his chainsaw in hand working on the trails.

Annual Raffle Fundraiser

Preparations for the raffle are well underway. The big event happens next Saturday, October 23^rd. If you have not picked your ticket up from Kenyon’s do so as soon as possible. We are still collecting prizes for the big night. Donations can be dropped off at Kathi & Reggie Orr’s or Kenyon’s. Remember the location has changed to the Gate House at Sugrarbush. Festivities start at 6:00pm with cocktails, dinner served at 7:00pm and raffle begins at 8:00pm.

Early Bird TMA Information

Early Bird TMA’s are available at Kenyon’s Variety and so to be available at the Duxbury Store. A summary of the prices for all TMA’s are attached. If you do not own a sled but would like to support the local trails and club contact Cari Wilson at cari@gmavt.net.

You have all been thinking about snow because the mountains were all white this morning for the first time!! It is coming!

Cari Wilson

MRRR President

cruise

2010-07-16T12:07:00.000-04:00

Come and enjoy and evening on the water, dinner and great company.

Day: Wednesday July 21^st, 2010

Time: 6:30 pm departure from Burlington.

Place: Spirit of Ethan Allen III

Cost: $48/per person

You can make a reservation by calling the Lake Champlain Shoreline Cruises at 802-862-8300 or via their web site at www.soea.com

Doug Wilson from the club will be keeping track of who is planning to attend. Please call 802-496-3836.

Enjoy the sunshine,

Cari Wilson

President MRRR

JUNE 1st BBQ meeting

2010-06-01T09:05:00.000-04:00

Club Meeting and Cook-Out

Day: Tuesday June 1^st, 2010

Time: 6:00 pm

Place: At the home of Art and Cathi Dages;

Take RT 100 to River View Road in Waitsfield. It is the first house on the left.

Bring yourself a beverage, something to cook on the grill and a dish to share. Picnic wares and condiments will be provided.

Please bring a chair.

Topics to be discussed:

Landowner Appreciation

Summer Trail Projects

Don’t’ for get to send in comments regarding the trails for our Trails of the Year nomination.

See you there!

Cari Wilson

President MRRR

Trail of the year

2010-05-04T09:23:00.000-04:00

TRAILS OF THE YEAR NOMINATION

WE NEED YOUR HELP.

Do you LOVE to ride our trails? Are they flat? Do you receive honest trail up-dates regularly? Are the trails well signed and easy to navigate? Are the views SPECTACULAR?

I am putting together a portfolio of comments and pictures about the MRRR trail system. The plan is to submit them to VAST to nominate the MRRR for the Trails of the Year award presented at the VAST Annual Meeting. The recipients receive a sign and bragging rights, but it means a lot to the hard working members that maintain and groom our trails.

Please take a few minutes to reflect on the seasons’ fun and attach a couple of photos of scenery and/or club members.

Thank you for your time,
Cari Wilson
President MRRR

club meeting May 4th

2010-05-04T09:13:00.000-04:00

Come Join us for the Club Meeting
Day: Tuesday May 4th 2010
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Valley Ambulance Building

Elections will be held.
        Slate of Officers:
President:          Cari Wilson
Vice President:    Art Dages Or New Volunteer
Treasurer:         Seeking a Volunteer
Secretary:         Stephanie Maheu
Safety/Education: Skip Wallace
         Assistant: Kevin Vanschaick
Trail Master:       Marty DeHeer Or New Volunteer
          Assistant: Paul Pizzale or Kerney Brown

Nominations will be finalized at the meeting.

Topics to be discussed:
Landowner Appreciation
Summer Trail Projects
Trails of the Year Nomination
Elections

See you there!
Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Club Meeting Tuesday

2010-04-05T09:23:00.000-04:00

Club Meeting:
Day: Tuesday April 6th, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Mad River Valley Ambulance Building

Topics to be discussed:
Landowner Appreciation
Signage Removal
Summer Trail Projects
Trails of the Year Nomination
Officer Nominations for May Elections

See you there!
Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Great New Movie Called Planet Snowmobile

2010-03-22T14:48:00.002-04:00

ENJOY!!!

Planet Snowmobile - 2009 Full from Mikael Berntsson on Vimeo.

Stick to the trails

2010-03-15T10:28:00.000-04:00

Please stay on the trails. Our landowners give permission for the trail only. There has been some off trail excursions near the Fayston gravel pit with landowner concerns.

Please respect our landowner’s requests.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

I was having difficulties sending the Radar Run update email earlier. I had to cut and paste into a new email to get it to go, I left out a part of it by accident.

A very special thanks to Doug and Donna Kenyon who let us use their field to hold the event. Without their generosity and support we would not have had a race course to use.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Huntington gap Hot Dogs and some video from out west.

2010-03-11T09:25:00.001-05:00

Take a look at the pictures of Camel’s Hump, Huntington and the hotdog roast. I think Huntington was the best it’s been all year.

I counted 35 or more folks who showed to the roast via sled or car. We had a great time. Most folks took a ride on the way. The trails were good and the sun warm. Great idea Reggie!

Trails Update:
The snow is going fast or gone in the lower elevations so the fields are closed for the season. You can still access the higher elevations from Kenyon’s and the Fayston gravel pit. The higher evaluations are in ok shape, lots of snow a few bumps; Doug happily road 50 miles today. Doug is hoping to get out one more time, but is waiting on some parts for the groomer…..yes another breakdown. It has not been a good year for breakdowns. I’ll send out an email when he gets out again.

Enjoy the sunshine.
Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Here is something I found and I thought you would all enjoy it. What you are about to see is some good old hill climbing fun in Canada. Brent is running a Arctic Cat M 8 with a turbo 14lbs of boost On race fuel.
Seems like a lot but you will notice that his skis are off the ground most of the time.
ENJOY!!!!!!

Hot Dogs and smooth trails

2010-03-05T12:47:00.000-05:00

Come enjoy the warm weather, smooth trails, a campfire and hotdogs.

Date: Sunday, March 7th
Time: Fire will be ready for roasting around 12:30
Place: Trail side near the Fayston Gravel Pit.

Folks can ride in or drive. The festivities will be close enough to the pit so that people can easily walk to the campfire. This is a family friendly event. Our kids just love it.

Bring your own dogs for roasting and something to drink. The club will have condiments and paper goods. Bring something to share if you like, but not required.

See you there.
Cari
MRRR President

Video of hunington gap during the first storm of the year

2010-03-03T11:13:00.000-05:00

Change of Location for Meeting

2010-03-02T08:22:00.000-05:00

Hello All,
I hope you have been out riding on this snowy
weekend. I have difficulties with the last few
emails, so if you did not receive the photos check
out the blog.

CLUB MEETING

DATE: Tuesday March 2nd, 2010
TIME: 7:00pm
NEW LOCATION: The Mad River Valley Ambulance
has generously agreed to let us hold our meeting
in their beautiful facility in downtown Waitsfield.
Thank you Kevin for facilitating the change in
meeting place.

Topics to be discussed: Radar Run - March 6th
Summer Trail Projects
Community Service Discussion.
Summer Outing

Open to the public.
Hope to see you there.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

March 1st Photos and video

2010-03-01T10:48:00.002-05:00

Wow! Check out the pictures complements
of Lenny Scofield.

Many thanks to Mother Nature at last!
Finally some real snow. The valley received
30+ inches and higher evaluations 45+
inches… no I am not exaggerating! Lower
elevations got rain too, but not the higher
…..…just the white stuff.

All trails, with the exception of Huntington,
have been broken open and are flat. Many
thanks to Lenny and P-nut for all their hard
work and hours spent.

Conditions are good, but wet in the lower
elevations. Watch out for slush in the fields.
Higher elevations continue to be excellent!
The snow is a bit loose yet, but flat.

The plan is to break open Huntington tomorrow.
All trails are scheduled to be groomed again
early in the week.

Don't forget about the Radar RUN on the 6'th @ kenyon's
"If you ain't first, Your Last."

RIDE, RIDE, RIDE….. Enjoy the snow!

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Radar Fun RUN. March 5th

2010-02-24T09:26:00.002-05:00

HOW FAST CAN YOUR SLED GO?

Come test it out at the MRRR Radar Run.

Date: Saturday, March 6th
Time: Registration 10-11am
Radar Runs 11am–2 pm
Place: Kenyon’s Field
Cost: $5 to register and $2 per run

We will have burgers & dogs on the
grill and the radar gun ready.

Come earn some bragging rights!

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Trail Update .... IT"S DEEEEEEEEEEPPPPPPP

2010-02-24T09:25:00.000-05:00

Trails Update: Well Mother Nature is finally coming
to the valley. Let’s hope for lots of snow. The
upper elevations are in good shape. Everything from
Kenyon’s to up high has been groomed this week.
There are some ice patches, so take care. The
fields and lower elevations will be reassessed after
the tomorrow’s storm.

Wednesday Night Ride: Doug and I are planning
to ride tomorrow night! Come one come all. Maybe
we could do dinner too. Meet at 6:00pm at Kenyon’s.

The St. Johnsbury Overnight has been postponed
due to trail conditions. The back-up date is March 13th.
More details to come.

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Trail Update

2010-02-22T14:44:00.000-05:00

Trails Update: Doug, Lenny and the boys road
around the Log Job and toward Duxbury Store, but
did not go down to the store, on Wednesday. All
the trails continue to be mid-winter condition in the
higher elevations. We continue to groom the higher
elevations; the trails are flat and hard. You can access
the trails from Kenyon’s, just head up the hill or from
the Fayston Gravel Pit.   The fields are still waiting on
Mother Nature.   The Camel’s hump loop has a few
ice patches, so take care.

Get out and ride a few miles it is worth the effort.

Overnight Ride to St. Johnsbury
     on February 26th& 27th.
We will be trailering to St J. on Saturday morning
early and will ride in the area Saturday and Sunday.
We have reservations to stay at the Holiday Hotel
on Saturday night. The cost per room is $69, each
room has two queen sized beds. Folks who choose
to arrive on Friday night can stay for the same rate.

Please RSVP by February 22nd,
which is next Monday,
to Cari via email cari@gmavt.net or at 802-496-3836.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Trail update.

2010-02-12T10:07:00.000-05:00

Happy Riding,
The trial from Kenyon’s to the upper elevations is groomed and looking
great……..flat as aboard. We have not had a big snow but the inches
have made all the difference. The higher elevations continue to be
groomed and are ready for riding. The fields and the trail to
The Duxbury Store remains thin. We recommend you head to the
higher elevations.

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

FYI The Duxbury Store hours vary. Do not count on being able to fuel up there; you may be out of luck.

NEws Update

2010-02-08T08:51:00.000-05:00

Hello,

We held our February club meeting on Tuesday.
Thanks to all who attended.

I would like to congratulate Stephanie Mahue
for being elected to the position of Secretary;
A BIG hearty Thank you from the president and
all the club members.

The club currently has 164 members.

Come join us for a ride!

Overnight Ride to St. Johnsbury on February 26th& 27th.
We will be trailering to St J. on Saturday morning
early and will ride in the area Saturday and Sunday.
We have reservations to stay at the Holiday Hotel
on Saturday night. The cost per room is $69, each
room has two queen sized beds. Folks who choose
to arrive on Friday night can stay for the same rate.
Please RSVP by February 22nd to Cari via email
or at 802-496-3836.

Back up date March 13th

Wednesday Night Rides are still in the picture.
Would anyone like to ride from the gravel pit?

Think Snow …. We need some.
Cari Wilson
MRRR President

Trail and Groomer update

2010-02-08T08:50:00.000-05:00

Hello Fellow Snowmobile Enthusiasts,

Great news; Tuesday evening a group of guys
were able to replace the broken pump and the
groomer is out of the woods. It will be several
days before this groomer is out on the trails
again. They need to check it over for fluid
contamination in other parts of the machine.
A special thanks to Paul, Pete, Eugene and
Doug for all their hard work and cold hands!

I was out for a ride around the Camel’s Hump
loop on Thursday. Wow! The trails were terrific
and the views spectacular with the clear blue skies.
The trails are flat with plenty of snow, and a fresh
3 inches topped it off. It was a bit thin on the
Waterbury side, but still ok. I only saw one or
two water bars half open. You can access the
higher elevation through the Fayston gravel pit.
We continue to groom the higher elevation trails.

The lower elevations are still very thin and the
groomer has not been through. We are still waiting
on Mother Nature.

Cari Wilson
MRRR -President

Military Ride In.

2010-02-01T11:05:00.000-05:00

Military Ride was a GREAT success. Despite
the bitter cold temperatures, attendance was
good. Patrons had an enjoyable time. Ben &
Tim’s favorite was the Blackhawk helicopter.
The Times Argus has a very good article about
the event in Sunday’s paper.

Thank you to all who helped make this event
possible and to all those who have served
our country in the armed services.

Trails: OUCH ! They are still closed in the lower
elevation till further notice. More tough news
in the higher elevations, grooming has come
to a screeching halt due to a break down. Check
out the pictures above. The guys are working
on getting out of the woods, parts arrive on
Monday. It will be a couple of days yet.

Club meeting Day: Tuesday of this week
Place: Fayston Town Hall
Time: 7pm
Among the topics to be discussed are trails,
St. J Ride, Radar Run, location of 2010 Raffle
All are welcome to attend.

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Military Ride in Saturday

2010-01-29T13:14:00.000-05:00

The Military Ride, Saturday January 30th 2010
will be held as planned. The festivities are at
Kenyon’s Field from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
Cost is free and open to the public.

This event is to honor all who have served or are
serving our county in the military.

The event features: Guided Tours; Snowmobile
Vendors; Food; Safety Inspections; Youth sleds
available for kids to ride, Snowmobile demos
for the adults( YES! There is enough snow for
these demos), and a Black Hawk Helicopter
visit. This event is sponsored by VAST.

In light of the current trail conditions we are
asking people to arrive by car, not sled.
The rain last week did a number on our lower
elevation trails.

Trail Conditions:

All of our lower elevation trails are closed
until mother nature sends us some more
white stuff.

Good news about the higher elevation, snow
conditions survived the rain and thaw rather
nicely and are open. You can access the
higher elevations by trailering to the Fayston
gravel pit. Higher elevations should be freshly
groomed by Saturday.

Lets hope thats the last we see of the rain

2010-01-27T11:02:00.000-05:00

Well, we got hit pretty hard by that rain and wind but don't put em away yet. Although the low elevations took a beating, it got cold quick enough to prevent a total loss. Everything is firm to say the least but at least things are still white. On a brighter note, as I look out the window in is snowing now hopefully it will amount to somthing. There was plenty of wind out there with that rain so as always be safe and expect to see some downed branches until there is enough snow for the groomers to get back at it.
Don't forget to come out this Saturday to Kenyon's and show your support. It's always a great event.
starts at 10 am with opening ceremonies slated for 11:30. See you there.

Progressive dinner re-cap

2010-01-25T10:07:00.000-05:00

The Progressive Dinner was a big success. The trails were good, company fun and food was terrific! We had about twenty friends who joined in the festivities.

Appetizers featured scrumptious meatballs, my personal favorite, chips & dip, veggies, cheese & crackers and more. There was also a warm crackling fire! A special thanks to Gary & Arley Belknap and Jim & Jeannie Milne for hosting again this year.

Dinner was hosted by Paul Pizzale and Lisa Townsend. We had the choice of chili or white bean and sausage cassoullet with parmesan cheese…delicious. Cathi Dages provided the rolls and Skip Wallace brought his famous super salad.

The final stop was at Doug and Cari Wilson’s for coffee and a assortment desserts; white chocolate covered strawberries and bon-bon balls from Kathi Orr, pumpkin roll and whippy pies form Marsha Scofield, Lois DeHeer brought her famous cream puffs, and I made apple crisp served with ice cream and a fruit salad.

It goes with out saying we ate our fill of delicious foods!

Many thanks to all of you who helped make this enjoyable evening possible.

Think SNOW

Cari Wilson
MRRR – President
802-496-3836

Jan News Letter

2010-01-20T09:56:00.002-05:00

   President:        Cari Wilson (496-3836)            Trail Master:         Marty De Heer (496-7051)
    Vice President: Art Dages                                   Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)
    Secretary:        LOOKING for a Volunteer          Safety Officer:        Skip Wallace (244-1580)
    Treasurer:        Lois De Heer

                              January 2010 NEWSLETTER
Great news we have some snow! The trails have been fairly good since Christmas.
We like to say good “early riding”. The groomers have been out in full force,
but with the recent warm up they will need more snow before retuning to the
lower elevations. The higher elevation trails have good snow coverage and
continue to be groomed regularly.

E-mail communication is in full service now. Many of you have been receiving
regular updates of club events. We would like some feedback on the new set up;
too many e-mails, not enough or any general thoughts. If you know of a club
member who is not receiving the e-mails and would like to be added to our mailing
list contact: Cari@gamvt.net.

Our annual Progressive dinner will be held Saturday, January 23, 2010. Snow or no snow!
(Many of you already know this from the e-mail correspondence) The dinner is limited
to 30 members and a $10.00 donation is requested to help with the cost of the food.
If you would like to attend and to sign up for food contributions please call
Cari at 802-496-3836. We will meet at Kenyon’s at 5:30 pm to ride sleds or carpool.
                   Appetizers                   Belnap’s camp
                   Dinner                        Paul Pizzale’s
                   Dessert                       Wilson’s

MRRR blog- Whitney Phillips continues to do a great job maintaining and updating the blog.
The site is: http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com.Please contact Whitney at
( madriverridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted.

TMA information and application can now be printed off the blog. Let your friends know.

                          Up-Coming Events

Wednesday Night Rides:       Date:   Every Wednesday
                                                Place: Kenyon’s parking lot
                                                Time: Ready to Ride at 6:00pm

Wednesdays are a great night to get out; all the trails are freshly groomed! It is a time to
enjoy the trails with friends and share some local cuisine if folks choose to.
Everyone is welcome!

Military Ride:      Date: Saturday January 30th 2010
                             Place: Kenyon’s Field
                             Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
                             Cost: FREE

This event is to honor all who have served or are serving our county in the military. This
event features: Guided Tours; Snowmobile Vendors; Food; Safety Inspections; Youth sleds
available for kids to ride; Snowmobile demos for the adults, and a Black Hawk Helicopter
visit. This event is sponsored by VAST.

Many thanks to you all that have served our country from the Mad River Rindge Runners.

Weekend Overnight:     Date: February 26th & 27th
                                      Place: St Johnsbury
                                      Cost: Pending

Always an enjoyable weekend for all; we will be trailering to a St. J destination yet to be
determined. Some members ride and some choose to patron the local shops or sip coffee for
some leisure time. In the evening we all gather for a delightful dinner and colorful recounts
of the day’s events. Please contact: Cari at 496-3836 or cari@gmavt.net if you would like
to attend. RSVP by 2/6/10 More details to come via e-mail correspondence.

We are working on sponsoring a Radar Run some time in February, but the details are still
being hammered out. We will keep you posted.

                             Think SNOW!                Happy Trails

Next meeting will be February 2nd, 2010 at 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall.
                   Hope to see you there!! There will be cookies.

Trail Update Jan 19th

2010-01-19T08:30:00.001-05:00

Hello Fellow Snowmobile Enthusiasts:

Doug and I took our four year old boys Ben and Tim for a 60 mile ride. We went around the Camel’s Hump loop, up high the trails are terrific- plenty of snow, down past Duxbury Store and out through the fields.
We hand a fun family day and it was not too cold! The one benefit of the warm-up, even if it did not do the trails a lot of good.

TRAILS:
100 and 100A are good in the higher elevation- the log job and Camel’s Hump and Huntington (on the back side it runs out of snow quickly).
100 from Duxbury store to the fields is boney, the fields and valley floor are in need of more snow.
The groomer will not be able to go through the lower elevation again till we get a good snow fall. We will continue to groom the higher elevation trails.

Wednesday Night Ride: I am still up for a jaunt in the higher elevations. I am planning to be at Kenyon’s ready to ride at 6:00. We had a great time last week!

Progressive Dinner: Is on for this Saturday the 23rd . Please RSVP by Wednesday if you would like to attend. It is great time and terrific food.
      We now have about 22 people; 30 is the max.
                              There is also a $10 donation per person to cover food costs.

                              The Dinner will go on!!! Even if the trails are thin. Most of the ride will be in the higher elevations.
      People may also drive to the main course and dessert; appetizers do not have car access.

Happy Trials,

Cari Wilson
President MRRR

Progressive Dinner Ride /

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On Saturday January 23rd we are having our annual Progressive Dinner. For this event we meet at Kenyon’s and ride to three stops;
Belanap’s Camp on Corridor 100B north of WN55 for appetizers; then we ride on to Puzzle’s near WN91 for dinner; and on to the Wilson’s
for dessert between WN52 and WN54. The riding is fun, food is terrific and the company is enjoyable.

Event:   Progressive Dinner
Date:    January 23rd 2010
Place:   Kenyon’s
Time:    Ready to ride at 5:30 pm

This event is limited to 30 people.

RSPV to Cari Wilson, 802-496-3836 or e-mail, by Wednesday January 20th.

Hope to see you there.

Cari Wilson
MRRR –President
802-496-3836

Jan 12th Update

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Hello All,

The trails are groomed and ready for riding! Corridor 100 has been groomed from WN50, Neils field, to the suspension bridge. Lots of snow in higher elevations, fields is good, and snow is thin behind Harwood. Northfield has been groomed once, will need more snow prior to grooming again.

Tomorrow, January 13, 2010, the club having its first Wednesday Night Ride of the season; Meet at Kenyon’s ready to ride at 6:00.
Doug and I were thinking we could eat dinner at the Cider House in Waterbury. Hope to see you there.

Cari Wilson
MRRR President
802-496-3836

Jan 7th update

2010-01-07T14:15:00.003-05:00

So there is good news and bad news. The good news is that there is great coverage on our trails and the boys have been out with the groomers. It might even be cherry enough to get Reg out there for a ride. The bad news is that Burlington got 33 " and we got skunked.
We were up early and ready to go play in all the snow that was promised to us by the evil people at the weather channel. My friends woke up at 6 in burlington to dig out there trucks and drive to the valley ( where the snow was supposed to be ) only to find 3 " on the ground. I am not sure what caused this strange phenomenon but I hope it's the last time I ever see it happen.
The only snow to be found was on the other side of of the mountain. So up and over we went. It was fun busting through all the wind drifts and by about 10:30 or so I had stopped cursing Tom Messner.

Happy New Year!!!!

2009-12-30T10:02:00.003-05:00

We finally have some good coverage out there on the trails. The fields are still a little thin but once you get above 2k feet the coverage gets much better. The beaver meadow area down through the hump is as good as mid feb.

I went out yesterday and on my way home couldn't see the front of the truck.

Although it is cold out there I know there is snow getting blown into the meadow.

Get out there and be safe for 2010.

If you get some photos send them to me and I will post them up.

Turkey Time

2009-11-25T10:01:00.007-05:00

Turkey Time..... Looks like we have snow in the forecast for next week so cross your fingers.

Below you will see photos from the Raffle and fixing the bridge.

A Very Big THANK YOU to everyone for coming out and working in the rain.

IT's a group effort to make everything possible.

Remember. It is very important to go out to the shed or the shop and sit on your sled like you are riding. It makes them feel loved. It's better for them than an oil change and it will make run harder for you this winter.

OH Yeah.. the news letter is at the bottom...

PO BOX 248, WAITSFIELD, VERMONT 05673

President: Cari Wilson (496-3836) Trail Master: Marty De Heer (496-7051)

Vice President: Art Dages Ass’t Trail Master: Paul Pizzale (496-4476)

Secretary: Please VOLUNTEER!! Safety Officer: Skip Wallace (244-1580)

Treasurer: Lois De Heer

November 2009 NEWSLETTER

Congratulations to Mike Doney of Moretown for winning the 2009 Polaris IQ Shift. Our annual raffle dinner was a huge success. Thanks to all the members who volunteered and our local businesses for donating prizes.

The club could use YOUR help! Everyone is busy, but we need to keep our snowmobiling community and trails happy and healthy.

The club is seeking to find a volunteer to help out with the position of secretary. It is just a few hours a month.

We are still hard at work on the trails and need some strong strapping guys to run chainsaws and build bridges. The work crew meets every Saturday, 8:00, at Kenyon’s. Bridge work is also scheduled for November 14^th and 21^st. Call Marty at 496-7051.

BLOG site is: http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com.

Please contact Cari (vastridgerunner@gmail.com) if you have anything to be posted. We attempt to update the site regularly, but our resident expert has moved on, so we are on the learning curve. The blog will provide current information about club happenings. This is another area the club could use help with. Please let us know if you have such computer skills.

MRRR is going to a PAPERLESS newsletter. If you would like to receive our newsletter via email, please fill out the form at the bottom of the newsletter or email us (cari@gmavt.net). The newsletter will also be available on our blog when we work out the maintenance details. For the few who are not computer savvy and would still like a copy mailed through the post office, contact Cari at 496-3836.

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, 2009. For the Early Bird TMA via mail, applications must be post marked prior to 12-15-09. All paper work and documents need to be in correct order for us to process the application in a timely manor. Please see the attached TMA information sheet. TMAs will again be available at Kenyon’s or the Duxbury store

Holiday Pot Luck and Yankee Gift Exchange

Please bring a dish to share, drinks for yourself and a gift (no more than $12.00) for the Yankee Gift exchange to the December meeting.

Next meeting: Holiday Pot Luck on December 1, 2009,

Fayston Municipal Building at 6:00 pm

At our next meeting we will be scheduling this season’s fun activities so put your snowy thinking cap on.

Hope to see you there!

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MRRR Paperless Newsletter

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Address:______________________________________________

Phone:________________________________________________

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Mail to MRRR, PO Box 248, Waitsfield, Vermont 05673

Winter is coming

2009-11-16T13:01:00.003-05:00

Winter "Coming soon to a trail near you"

Time to blow the dust of the old sleighs and get ready.

This was dec 21st 2008

We would also like to congratulate the Orrs on the new addition to the club.

Grandpa Reg has such a nice ring to it.

August 2009 Newsletter

2009-09-01T17:28:00.002-04:00

August 2009 NEWSLETTER

It’s time again for the Season Kick Off Pot Luck Dinner.
Bring a dish to share and your drinks.

Please join us September 8, 2009, 6:00PM at the Fayston Municipal Building.

May 2009 Newsletter

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Due to increased costs and our limited budget this is the last newsletter that will be mailed. Newsletters are posted on our blog http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com. A request in writing from members without email who wish to continue receiving the newsletter should be sent to MRRR, PO Box 248, Waitsfield, Vermont 05673

Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted.

The slate of officers cannot be finalized due to open positions for President and Secretary. Please consider supporting the club by becoming an officer. Contact any club officer if you are interested.

President:
Vice President: Art Dages
Treasurer: Lois DeHeer
Secretary:
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 2, 2009 6:00 PM at the Dages’ Residence. Hope to see you there!!

April 2009 Newsletter

2009-04-22T19:11:00.002-04:00

April 2009 NEWSLETTER

We had our April meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, April 7, 2008.
Seven members attended.

TRAILS
Special thanks to our dedicated groomers, Doug, Peanut, Paul, Skip, Lenny and Stuart, who did an outstanding job again this year of maintaining our trails.

SLATE OF OFFICERS
Please consider supporting our club by volunteering to become an officer. The president and secretary positions are open.

The following nominations were made and will be voted on at the May meeting:

President:
Vice President: Art Dages
Secretary:
Treasurer: Lois De Heer
Trailmaster: Marty De Heer
Ass’t Trailmaster: Paul Pizzale
Safety & Ed: Skip Wallace

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.

Our last meeting for the summer will be June 2nd and 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: May 5, 2009, 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall.
Hope to see you there!!

New Link Added

2009-02-26T07:38:00.004-05:00

Richard Migneault thought that other club members might be interested inSledGPS Snowmobile Trail Maps for Garmin GPS. The link to this site has been added to the Links section on the right side of this site.

February 2009 Newsletter

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February 2009 NEWSLETTER

We had our February meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, February 3, 2009. Ten members attended.

Our annual Progressive dinner was held Saturday, January 24, 2009. Twenty two members attended. Special thanks to the Belnaps, Orr’s and DeHeer’s for hosting a great evening.

A family fun day honoring Vermont's military personal and their families was held January 31, 2009 at Kenyon’s Field. The Military VIP Ride-In was a huge success and well attended. Thanks to all the volunteers who made the day possible.

Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted to this blog site.

Please note our next meeting has changed due to Town Meeting Day.

Next meeting will be Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the DeHeer Residence.
Hope to see you there!!

Military VIP Ride-In This Weekend

2009-01-28T19:23:00.002-05:00

The VAST Military Ride In is this weekend Saturday January 31 and will be held at Kenyon's Field from 10-2 PM.
This is a family fun day honoring Vermont's military personal and their families.

Winter activities will include snowmobile rides for all ages, games, special events, and guests. A warming hut and barbecue will be available.

Please contact Doug Wilson if you are able to volunteer on Friday or Saturday.

January 2009 Newsletter

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January 2009 NEWSLETTER

We had our January meeting at the Fayston Town Hall on Tuesday, January 6, 2008. Eight members attended.

Sadly, Stanley R. Orr, a founding member of the Mad River Ridge Runners, passed away on January 1, 2009. Our deepest condolences to the Orr family. The family requests memorial gifts to the Mad River Valley Ambulance Service, PO Box 305, Waitsfield, VT 05673.

Unfortunately due to the lack of snow the Annual Hot Dog Roast will be rescheduled. Please check the blog for the date.

Our annual Progressive dinner will be held Saturday, January 24, 2009. Snow or no snow! The dinner is limited to 30 members and a $5.00 donation is requested to help with the cost of the food. If you would like to attend and to sign up for food contributions please call Cathi at 802-496-2577. We will meet at Kenyon’s at 5:30 pm to ride sleds or carpool.

Snow
Appetizers Belnap’s camp

No Snow
Art and Cathi Dages

Dinner Paul Pizzale’s

Dessert DeHeer’s

MRRR blog- Tony continues to do a great job maintaining and updating the blog. The site is: http://madriverridgerunners.blogspot.com.
Please contact Tony ( vastridgerunner@gmail.com ) if you have anything to be posted.

Next meeting will be February 3, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the Fayston Town Hall.
Hope to see you there!!

Groomer Report (Tuesday January 13)

2009-01-13T10:44:00.002-05:00

Doug Wilson reports that our trail system continues to be groomed. Camels Hump Park and the Log Job were groomed during the weekend. The Valley floor and the trail over to Northfield are going to be groomed tomorrow and the plan is to have the trail to Huntington groomed by this weekend.

We Need Your Help Clearing The Trails Of Fallen Trees

2009-01-07T19:19:00.004-05:00

The high winds that we have experienced in the valley the last couple of weeks has downed many trees throughout our trail system. These trees are going to seriously slow down the ability of our groomers to cover ground and open up more terrain. When you go out for a ride, please bring a chainsaw, a handsaw or even an axe or hatchet with you and do your part to help clear the trails. The trail to Huntington, the trail to Northfield and Paul's Trail (100A, Talc Mine Rd to the Log Job) need the most urgent attention.

The Passing Of One Of Our Founding Members

2009-01-03T09:50:00.002-05:00

Stanley R. Orr
1916 - 2009

Stanley R. Orr – 92, of Radcliffe Drive, passed away in the comfort of his family at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin on Thursday, January 1, 2009. Born in Calais on September 3, 1916, he was the son of the late Fred and Mabel (Slayton) Orr. On August 18, 1945, Stanley married the former Eleanor Wells in Plainfield.
Stanley was a graduate of the former Plainfield High School and as a young man he worked on the family farm in Calais. His specialty was raising turkeys. In 1946, he purchased the Hardware Store in Marshfield and with it founded a plumbing and heating business. Moving to Waitsfield in 1959, Stanley continued his plumbing and heating business and in addition, with his wife, began a ski lodge known as Orr’s Ark, a longtime institution in the Mad River Valley. Stanley retired in 1975 and with Eleanor, began traveling in their mobile home throughout the lower 48 states as well as Alaska, an adventure they completely enjoyed for nearly 30 years. Stanley also loved hunting and fishing.
His memberships included the Couples Club in Waitsfield, the Waitsfield United Church of Christ, the Valley Rotary Club and was a founding member of the Mad River Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club.
Stanley is survived by his wife of 63 years, Eleanor Orr of Waitsfield; a daughter, Deborah Orr of Moretown; a son, Reginald Orr and his wife, Kathi of Waitsfield; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews and extended family. Stanley was predeceased by two children, Peggy Orr and Brian Orr, as well as 3 sisters and 7 brothers.
Memorial services will be held from the Waitsfield United Church of Christ on Wednesday, January 7th at 6:30 p.m. The family requests that flowers be omitted; rather memorial gifts would be appreciated to the Mad River Valley Ambulance Service, PO Box 305, Waitsfield, VT 05673. To send on-line condolences please visit www.perkinsparker.com .

Amazing early season powder conditions

2008-12-23T18:49:00.006-05:00

Club member Whitney Philips submitted these great pictures of recent riding conditions up in the park.

December 2008 Newsletter

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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

TMA by Mail Form

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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”

November 2008 Newsletter

2008-11-20T21:07:00.005-05:00

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!

October 2008 Newsletter

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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!

September 2008 Newsletter

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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!!

Trail Work Begins This Weekend

2008-09-03T19:01:00.002-04:00

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.

August 2008 Newsletter

2008-08-13T19:20:00.000-04:00

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

New Snowmobile Forum

2008-06-07T14:33:00.004-04:00

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.

What to do after the snowmobile season ends?

2008-05-15T18:59:00.003-04:00

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.

May 2008 Newsletter

2008-05-15T18:52:00.001-04:00

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.

April 2008 Newsletter

2008-04-15T18:30:00.002-04:00

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!!

March 2008 Newsletter

2008-03-16T12:49:00.001-04:00

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!!

Sunday Cruise

2008-02-25T21:27:00.010-05:00

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

Grooming update 2/20

2008-02-20T17:08:00.005-05:00

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.

A couple of pics from last Saturday

2008-02-19T13:32:00.009-05:00

Whitney sent us these fine pics.

Heavy Rain and Flooding Today.

2008-02-18T17:57:00.004-05:00

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.