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  • SNOWMOBILER Online

    New York October 2014

    The Official Publication of the New York State Snowmobile Association

    Special Snow-Show Section: Pages 18 - 22

    OCT. 24-26

    Photo by Lori Pinckney

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  • NYSSA Online Magazine

    Contact NYSSA: PO Box 1040, Pine Bush, NY 12566-1040 * EMAIL - [email protected] October 2014 - Page 2 TOLL FREE: (888) 624-3849 * FAX: (888) 317-2441 * www.nysnowmobiler.com

    DEC and State Parks Release State Open Space Conservation Plan for Public Comment Public Comments Accepted Through December 17; Public Hearings to be Held Statewide

    Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Joe Martens and Office of Parks,

    Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) Commissioner Rose Harvey today released the 2014 State

    Open Space Conservation Plan for public comment. The plan guides State Environmental Protection Fund in-

    vestments in open space protection. Public comments on the draft plan will be accepted until December 17

    and a series of public hearings will be held across the state from October 21 to October 23.

    The Draft Plan makes recommendations on how open space conservation will help accomplish Gover-

    nor Cuomo's goals, which include: ensuring clean water, air and land for a healthy public and vibrant econ-

    omy; greening New York's economy; protecting natural resources and promoting outdoor recreation; increas-

    ing and improving the visitor experience; creating a 21st century parks system that is aesthetically compelling,

    energy and operationally efficient, and built to last; and working to address climate change.

    Building upon the recommendations of Regional Advisory Committees, the Commissioners now ask

    the public to make recommendations on how open space conservation programs can make the state better pre-

    pared and more resilient in preparation of future storms and climate change. Governor Cuomo created the NYS

    2100 commission in response to Superstorm Sandy to generate recommendations to improve resilience and

    strengthen the state's infrastructure in the face of natural disasters and other emergencies. Many of the open

    space recommendations included in the 2100 Commission report are integrated into the draft plan.

    The draft plan was created through the work of nine Regional Advisory Committees composed of rep-

    resentatives of county governments and people knowledgeable in open space conservation selected by DEC

    and State Parks. The nine committees correspond to DEC's nine administrative regions. Each committee was

    asked by the Commissioners to review the existing 2009 plan, including the list of priority open space conser-

    vation projects, as well as policy recommendations, to make New York's comprehensive open space conserva-

    tion program stronger in the future.

    The Commissioners invite the public to comment in writing and at the public hearings. Specifically,

    comments could offer suggestions on:

    how the state and its partners can promote and enhance existing and new state lands as tourism des-

    tinations as part of a comprehensive open space conservation program;

    how the state can make public lands attractive to a diversity of New Yorkers;

    how DEC and State Parks can offer better access for sportsmen and women;

    how DEC and State Parks can work to provide outdoor recreation opportunities for New Yorkers

    and visitors of all abilities through Universal Access;

    where DEC and State Parks can further develop Universal Access; and

    what the state can do to acquire and make more accessible lands near and in urban centers.

    "The draft plan covers a lot of ground," Commissioner Martens added. "We urge the public to review the draft

    plan and give us comments that can strengthen the State's Open Space Conservation program in the future."

    State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, "Open space and agriculture are inherently con-

    nected. Farms not only provide an opportunity to grow local products, but a habitat for wildlife and scenic vis-

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    tas that are a draw for tourists across the state. Many of the goals of the open space plan such as maintaining

    critical natural resources and enhancing scenic, cultural and historic resources are made possible in large part

    due to the existence of working farms and woodlands. Updating the state's Open Space Plan every three years

    is a good way to ensure that our existing open space resources are inventoried and enables the state to better

    plan for future open space protection efforts."

    Public comments can be submitted by email to [email protected] or mailed to DEC by

    December 17 to: Open Space Conservation Plan, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY 12233

    An electronic version of the draft plan is available on DEC's website.

    A Series of public hearings will be held from October 21 to October 23 throughout the state. There will be a

    workshop before each hearing and the public will have an opportunity to attend either an afternoon or evening

    session. Please note that hearing times are different for Region 9.

    Workshop: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Hearing: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Evening Hearing: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

    Since 1992, the Open Space Conservation Plan has served as the blueprint for the State's Open Space Program,

    guiding the investment of land protection funds from the Environmental Protection Fund. As required by law,

    the Plan is updated periodically, relying heavily on the work of the nine Regional Advisory Committees,

    which have worked with staff from both agencies and the public to produce a draft for public hearings and

    comments in 2014. Following the public comment period the Plan will be finalized and submitted to Governor

    Cuomo for approval in 2015.

    Region 1

    October 22, 2014

    NYS DEC Region 1 Headquarters

    SUNY at Stony Brook Rm B-02

    50 Circle Road

    Stony Brook, NY 11790

    Region 2

    October 22, 2014

    NYS DEC Region 2 Office -

    Long Island City

    47-40 21st Street

    Long Island City, NY 11101

    Region 3

    October 21, 2014

    Bear Mountain State Park

    Bear Mountain Inn

    Bear Mountain, NY

    Region 4

    October 21, 2014

    NYS DEC Region 4 Office

    1130 North Westcott Road

    Schenectady, NY 12306

    Region 5

    October 21, 2014

    OPRHP Saratoga Regional Office

    Gideon Putnam Room

    19 Roosevelt Drive

    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

    Region 5

    October 23, 2014

    NYS Region 5 Headquarters

    Main Conference Room

    Route 86

    Ray Brook, NY 12977

    Region 6

    October 21, 2014

    Utica State Office Building

    Conference Room A

    207 Genesee Street

    Utica, NY

    Use front door and sign in at the

    guard desk.

    Region 6

    October 22, 2014

    NYS Region 6 Headquarters

    Dulles State Office Building

    First Floor Conference Room

    317 Washington Street

    Watertown, NY

    Region 7

    October 23, 2014

    State Fair Grounds

    The Martha Eddy Room

    581 State Fair Boulevard

    Syracuse, NY

    Region 8

    October 22, 2014

    NYS DEC Region 8 Headquarters

    6274 East Avon-Lima Road

    Avon, NY 14414

    Region 9

    Hearings 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.;

    and 7 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    October 22, 2014

    Concord Town Hall

    86 Franklin Street

    Springville, NY

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  • NYSSA Online Magazine

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    SNOWMOBILER Online

    New York

    Publisher: The New York State

    Snowmobile Association

    P. O. Box 1040,

    Pine Bush, NY 12566-1040

    Editor: Anne O’Dell

    [email protected]

    888-624-3849 x101

    2014-15 Officers

    President Jim Elmore, 585-813-4610 [email protected]

    Vice

    President

    Randy Phillips, 585-265-1753

    [email protected]

    Secretary Rosanne Warner, 315-697-8130 [email protected]

    Treasurer John Occhino, 845-225-3140 [email protected]

    Staff

    Executive

    Director

    Dominic Jacangelo, 888-624-3849 x104

    [email protected]

    Trail

    Coordinator

    Jim Rolf, 888-624-3849 x102

    [email protected]

    General

    Manager

    Anne O’Dell, 888-624-3849 x101

    [email protected]

    Membership

    Helpline

    888-624-3849 x103

    [email protected]

    Join or Renew Membership Online:

    Our Website: www.nysnowmobiler.com

    New York State Office of Parks,

    Recreation & Historic Preservation’s

    Website

    www.nysparks.com/recreation/snowmobiles

    DMV, Register a Sled: NY Resident

    DMV, Register a Sled: Out of State

    CONTENTS

    President’s Message...Jim Elmore P. 5

    Getting Volunteers Started...Randy Phillips P. 8

    From the Desk of the Executive Director ...D. Jacangelo P. 10

    Look Before you Pump: Ethanol P.13

    Rope a Friend! ...Rosanne Warner P. 16

    Special Snow-Show Section P. 18-22 Make a Positive Impact this Winter… Charles Wiff P. 23

    TRAILS: Trail Coordinator Report ...Jim Rolf P.24

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  • NYSSA Online Magazine

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    President’s Message by Jim Elmore, NYSSA President 585-813-4610 [email protected]

    Snow is coming soon to New York, unless you live near

    White Face Mountain you have al-ready seen early snow. On October 9, it was snowing and enough to cover the ground with the white gold. Many snowmobilers are already re-newing their club dues and registering their snowmobiles for the upcoming

    season. Please, don’t wait till the trails open to accomplish this task. Clubs need early season revenue to purchase signs and secure fuel for their groomers. Winter forecast for a snowmobiler is like the football sea-son;, every sports channel and news-paper has predictions on how the NFL teams will perform before the season starts. Every snowmobile volunteer I know, reads every winter prediction that is published. From numerous government webpages to the Farmer’s Alma-nac, everyone is hoping for the right phrase to be published;, a cold and heavy amount of snow is predicted for the season. With so many areas across North America receiving snowfall in September and now October, we might have a great season ahead of us.

    The past NYSSA Board of Directors meeting should drive some attention regarding interest on our trail system. Our Directors voted for the implementation of an expanded trail inspection program. It has become known for many on our Board that there is some blatant disregard for trail signing occurring in the State. If the club currently strives to mark their trails in accordance to the Parks manual, this inspection program will have little bearing on their work. It is not a widespread issue but, there are some areas that do little or nothing on trail signing or maintenance for club mem-

    bers. The majority of the clubs across the State take great pride in the amount of volunteer time they put into signing and caring for their trails. Unfortunately there are a few that make us all look bad, and that is not a fair system for the great work the majority of the clubs perform year in and year out. We have one the safest trail systems in the Country, and we want to keep it that way. If the club you belong to has questions regarding the inspection program they should contact the District Director for more informa-tion on this new inspection program. Please contact NYSSA if you need any information on trail staking and signing, I want everyone to feel confident signing the trails you take great pride in.

    Another Big East show has passed and if you miss attending again this year, you missed some great bar-gains and new products. Our SledNY and the Allstate Insurance Take A Friend snowmobile was introduced

    (Continued on page 6)

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    to the crowd, our first snowmobile was reintroduced with a new decal wrap and it looks really impressive. The one big bargain I signed up for was Supertrax magazine, for $15 you receive their magazine for three years. Don’t worry, they will be sending a free edition with the NY Snowmobiler magazine to all our members in November and January 2015. We are thankful they print and mail this important magazine to all our members. NYSSA alone could not afford to cre-ate, print and mail this to all, it is great Supertrax steps up and assist us in getting this information to our members. They offer a great product and is well worth the price of a subscription to their magazine. We are working on getting the “Take A Friend Snowmobiling” program underway. NYSSA is hosting this event 4 times around the State this upcoming season. We have 3 of the 4 sites picked out and now we are just working on smooth-ing out some of the details before we introduce this event. It is no secret, snowmobilers are vanishing from the sport. The last 2 seasons we have seen an increase in snowmobilers over 2012 but, we must get new people into the sport or old friends that have not rode a snowmobile in many years back on the trails and to club activities. The stops we are planning on will not bring tens of thousands back on board overnight, but it is a start in the right direction. Word

    of mouth is the best advertising and we need to actually start showing people how much fun snowmobiling is. Please watch our NYSSA web page and our Facebook page with our NYSSA online magazine for dates and sites on this pro-gram for this season. If one of the sites is close by, please stop in and remember to bring a friend with you. We will have our NYSSA trailers with the SledNY and Allstate Insurance snowmobiles available for a ride, we will supply all rid-ers with the safety equipment they need to take a tour on these snowmobiles. We will guarantee a snowmobile ride, all they have to do is be ready to smile when they return.

    If you have any questions or concerns about snowmobiling, please feel free to contact us at NYSSA. All the contact information is available on our website http://www.nysnowmobiler.com.

    (Continued from page 5)

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    For this month, I am going to take the opportunity to reprint an article I wrote about a year ago regarding volunteerism. This article looks at volunteerism within snowmobile clubs; both the club issue of finding volunteers and the club member issue of “where do I fit in?” This is an opportune time to run this article again as, clubs have had the initial meetings for the new season and are

    looking for new volunteers, and new members are showing up and trying to figure out how they might help.

    If you have been snowmobiling in New York State for any duration of time, you are well aware that there is a con-stant need for volunteers to help run the clubs prepare and maintain the over 10,000 miles of trail, run the county associations and run NYSSA. Hopefully, at this point you have found your niche within that network and are doing your part to maintain the healthy snowmobiling system we have here in New York. Ours is one of the most well defined and developed systems in the world thanks to all of us, past and present, who spend countless days and nights doing what we do to make it all come together. But, what if you are new to the sport or for various reasons, have not found your niche within the system. Maybe you are willing and able to help, but don’t know where to start or how to become involved. Let’s take a look at both sides of this situation, the club newbie looking to volunteer, and the club veteran scrambling to get ready for the rapidly approaching season. How do we get these two parties to communicate more effectively getting the newbie into the mix and thus reducing the burden on the existing vol-unteer?

    One complaint I often hear from new club members is that they try to get involved but they lose interest when nobody responds to them and they feel as thought their help is not wanted. Many complain that there seems to be cliques that handle all of the work and they don’t feel wel-come. Shame on us all for presenting that appearance to our new

    members, especially when we so desperately need their help. As experi-enced volunteers we should all strive to welcome new members with open arms and open minds as to how they can help.

    One technique to break the ice is to invite new members to stay after meetings to meet the officers, committee chairs, and other existing key club members. Avoid asking new members to stand up during the meeting; many people don’t want to be the center of attention, espe-cially in a new environment to them. Keep the introduction on a

    smaller, more personal scale and they will be more comfortable. This setting helps the new member to be more open in discussing what his or her background, capabilities, desires, etc are. As the facilitator of such a meeting, be sure to inquire as to these items in your conversation as this is your opportunity to build the volunteer base of your club, association, or NYSSA. Members are much more likely to volunteer if you ask them to do something specific rather than ask them to pick something to help out with. Be sure to discuss all of the volunteer functions of the club or association including physical and non physical duties. Remember, these new members probably have no idea what goes on at the club, association or NYSSA level. Walk them through the various roles after you have drawn information out of them. Guide them towards a task that might be well suited for them; let them get excited about it and volunteer to help; they then have ownership of their volunteer position and they are much more likely to fol-low through over the long haul.

    For new members, your first club meetings might be a little intimidating and confusing. People will be discussing things you probably have no frame of reference for; landowner permission, insurance, trail grants, what are all of these things? Don’t worry; you don’t need to know all of these things to be a good volunteer. Just listen for things that interest you and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Things move pretty fast at this time of year and if nobody asks, then often no information will be offered. The best advice is don’t stop asking questions; members will not get upset at this as they will see that you are interested. They will see a potential volunteer.

    (Continued on page 9)

    Snowmobiling in New York State: Getting Volunteers Started By Randy Phillips, NYSSA Vice President, [email protected]

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    For whatever function you volunteer to do, give it the full season before you decide whether or not to continue. Often, people volunteer and have an experience that is less than satisfactory because of poor mentoring by the experienced club member. Don’t give up, rather ask the person to help you understand what needs to be done. Most often it is not a matter of cliques or that people don’t value your help; it is most often that existing volunteers get into a routine and they are under time pressure to get the job done. If they don’t help you, go to the club President or another officer and ask them to help get you on the right path.

    For current volunteers, officer, committee chairs and other folks who are in the middle of the preseason crunch, please don’t alienate new club members and volunteers. These are the peo-ple that will someday take over for you. Each and every club volunteer should always be looking for their replacement. The notion that you don’t have time to train a new volunteer is a faulty one. We have no greater responsibility as stewards of the snowmobile system in New York than to welcome and train new

    volunteers. Volunteers are by far our most valuable assets. When I was President of my local club, I had a rule: if you want out of a leadership position, find and train your replacement. There is no reason not to take five or ten minutes and sit down with a new volunteer. Get to know them, find out their back-ground and capabilities and see where they can best help you. Partner them with someone in the club who does the task they are interested in, creating a mentoring situation. This will make the new volunteer comfortable as they won’t be directly responsi-

    ble for results until they are comfortable. The time spent will be well worth it and will pay off in short order as many hands makes for light work.

    It is incumbent upon all of us who know the process and what needs to be done to welcome and help those who are new to the game. Without that, volunteerism will dry up and the quality of the trail system will suffer. For the new members, be patient and diligent. Find what you are interested in and pursue it. It may be a little clumsy at first and it may look like the veteran volunteers don’t care or want you around. I assure you that’s not the case; they are just used to their routine. I have witnessed a new generation of volunteers emerge in my local club and it’s a wonderful sight. It happened because when the new members showed interest, the veteran volunteers stopped and listened, took them under their wing and showed them the ropes. This should happen in every club, every association and NYSSA, every year. I hope that you will help make it happen. Good luck.

    (Continued from page 8)

    Registration is open at

    www.isc2015.com

    The typical chicken barbecue can use some extra hands!

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    From the Desk of the Executive Director By Dominic Jacangelo, Executive Director [email protected] 888-624-3849 x104

    “Infect Someone”

    From time to time folks have asked me how I got started in snowmobiling. I am originally from Long Island, and I often wonder about the answer to that question myself. The an-swer comes down to, someone “infected” me about 20 years

    ago. They grabbed ahold of me and said, “how would you like to try something new!” Well one ride was enough to con-vince me that this was one of the most enjoyable facets of living upstate where frankly the winter snow seems to last longer than the summer heat.

    In previous issues, I have writ-ten about where our registra-tion and participation numbers

    are heading. Unlike the past decade, we all need to work on introducing the sport to new riders and bring some of those who rode years ago, back to the sport.

    This winter I am going to ask you to “infect someone.” Take that friend of yours who likes your company, cars, boating or motor sports of any kind; stick them on a sled; and see if our infection spreads. Not everyone is going to like snowmobiling, but many will. Research by ISMA suggests that there are many people with an interest, but few know how to get started. Can we really expect anyone to layout thousands of dollars for a sled when they don’t have a good comfort level for the sport?

    In January and February, NYSSA will be hosting several “Take a Friend Snowmobiling” events across New York State. Working with local clubs and dealers, we will have the equipment available to introduce the sport to new

    riders. I hope you will take advantage of these events and sign someone up to take a ride. Fill out the form at the end of this article and include your e-mail as well, and we will send you a notification of the events as they are scheduled.

    November 4th is Election Day!

    I really hope that you are registered to vote. This year every state elected position is up for election. Candidates for Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, State Assembly and State Senate have all staked out their positions and are seeking office. All of our member of the House of Representatives are up this year as well. I won’t tell you who to vote for. Our organization does not endorse candidates. But I will ask you to please vote. When you vote you are increasing the power of snowmobiling to influence political leaders. You are stepping up for access to state

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    HELP US INFECT SOMEONE!

    Got a friend that might like to try snowmobiling?

    Hand them the form below, and we’ll arrange for a ride!

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    lands and you are asserting your right to pursue the sport you so enjoy. They are many important races this year. Take a moment to find out where the candidate sits on positions important to you and vote accordingly. I always say, if you don’t vote, don’t complain!

    Winter is Coming!

    I know that it is just around the corner. My club membership has been renewed for some time, my registration is re-newed and my sled insurance has been renewed with Nationwide, one of our corporate sponsors. You will be getting a mailing soon (if you have NOT opted-out of receiving our sponsor mailings) promoting their insurance discounts.

    Don’t wait for the snow, join your club now. Believe it or not, most local sponsors are just now getting their last pay-ment on last winters trail work. The state is finally sending out additional checks five months after the grant year has

    closed. There are lots of reasons for the delay but it does

    not change the fact that the clubs need your membership fee now, not in January when much of the season’s work already needs to be in place. Now is the time for bridge work, signing, brushing out the trail, and erecting fencing to protect private property. The clubs need your support now when resources are at their lowest!

    Something New!

    This past month I was approached by a company that was pitching a somewhat new idea and service. The idea was that individual owners could rent their sled out through a web site that would connect potential renters with the owner. The owner sets the rental price and the company puts a 25% premium on that to cover the owner for liability and any damage that might come to the sled. I have to admit, I wondered if this concept would really take off. Would you hand over your sled to a complete stranger? Would this be unfair to those who rent sleds for a living? Is it an attractive use of a sled while you await the sale of your sled or sleds and puts some money in your pocket? The web based company currently rents personal water-craft, boats, snowmobiles and four wheelers with some success. Go to www.fun2rent.com and let me know what you think!

    Remember to vote on November 4th , stay safe and I’ll see you on the trail!

    (Continued from page 10)

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    The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association Partners With OPEI and NMMA on the

    ‘Look Before You Pump’ Ethanol Education Campaign

    The campaign cautions users of snowmobiles, boats, motorcycles,

    HASLETT, MI, OCTOBER 9, 2014: The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has partnered with the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) in the ‘Look Before You Pump’ campaign, an ethanol education and consumer protection program. The campaign reminds consumers to always use fuels containing no greater than ten percent ethanol when powering their outdoor power equipment or other non-road product, such as boats, snowmobiles and motorcycles, not designed for higher ethanol fuel blends.

    The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association is the leading association representing the manufacturers of snowmobiles, which encourage policies, programs and activities to improve the lifestyle activity of snowmobiling.

    The ‘Look Before You Pump’ campaign is most known by its emblematic prominent, red warning hand symbol indicating ‘OK’ for 10 percent ethanol and ‘No’ for mid-level ethanol blends (such as E15, E30, E85). The campaign was launched in October 2013, in response to higher ethanol blended fuels being made available in the marketplace for ‘flex-fuel’ automobiles, and to warn consumers not to inadvertently mis-fuel their engine products not designed to handle these higher ethanol fuel blends.

    The level of support for ‘Look Before You Pump’ continues to grow. No one wants

    to damage or destroy their equipment. But the changing fuel marketplace de-mands education, as evidenced by retailers, dealers, and manufacturers—and now major industry organizations—being more proactive in telling American con-sumers and business owners to be more mindful when selecting the right fuel for their products.

    According to Ed Klim, President of ISMA, “It is important our customers know their fuel selection is important.”

    The National Marine Manufacturers Association also joined forces this summer in spreading the campaign messaging, and major retail outlets including Lowe’s, Walmart and True Value, as well as independent dealers, began using the ‘Look Before You Pump’ message in their stores and in customer circulars and catalogs this past year.

    A summer 2013 Interactive study shows the vast majority of Americans (71 per-cent) are “not at all sure” if it is illegal or legal to put high level ethanol gas (i.e., anything greater than 10 percent ethanol) into engines such as those in boats, mowers, chain saws, snowmobiles, generators and other engine products. The US EPA is on record stating that snowmobiles should NOT use fuel with more than 10% ethanol (E-10).

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    Adirondack Powersports

    Appolson’s

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    Bob Weaver’s Motorsports

    Buck’s Motorsports

    Caprara’s Outdoor World

    Cycle Motion

    Cycle Shack

    Della Motorsports

    Don’s Polaris

    Edelmann Sales, Inc

    Excell Motorsports

    Fun Unlimited

    Gamble Distributors

    Griffin Motorsports

    Hermans Performance

    Ingles Performance

    Ithaca Recreation

    Jan-cen Automotive

    K&H Kawasaki

    Kubecka’s Polaris

    Leisure Time

    Maddie’s

    Matt’s Cycle Center

    Menneto Powersports

    Moody Polaris

    O’Neil Sales

    Pioneer Motorsports

    Polaris of Riverhead

    Powerhouse Motorsports

    Precision Power

    Preferred Powersports

    Schoff Polaris

    Sled Shop Racing

    Sportline Power

    Sports Unlimited

    T. Nelson Sales

    TC Sports

    Teixeira’s Polaris

    Waite Motorsports

    Zahm & Matson, Inc.

    Zambri Motorsports

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    Sponsored by Identification # 31-215-850-08920 Raffle License # 15327

    ONONDAGA COUNTY SNOWMOBILE ASSOC. INC. In support of N.Y.S. SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

    The 1st Prize Winner will select one of the four prizes above; 2nd will choose next;

    3rd will choose next; and the 4th prize winner gets the remaining prize.

    NYS Arctic Cat Dealers

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    9 1 night stay for 2, honeymoon suite plus breakfast - Inn at The Beeches, Rome

    10 $400 Cash - Onondaga County Snowmobile Association

    11 SMH10 Dual Pack Communicators for Snowmobiles - Sena Technologies Inc

    12 Gift Certificate - 2 night stay in a jacuzzi suite - The Edge Hotel, Lyons Falls

    13 $300 Gift Certificate - Fun Unlimited, Gouverneur

    14 $300 Cash - Seven Valley Snow Goers Inc

    15 2 pack Ride Lite System w/Mounts - Quad County Snowmobile Club

    16 GC for Overnight Golf Package for Two - Byrncliff Resort & Conf Ctr, Varysburg

    17 1 nite stay Sun-Thur Oct 15-Apr15 - 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, Clayton

    18 $250 Cash - Delaware Valley Ridge Riders

    19 $250 Cash - Northern Erie Sno Seekers

    20 $250 Cash - Shawangunk Snowmobile & Rescue Club

    21 $250 Cash - Snow Rats Snowmobile Club

    22 $250 Cash - Wayne County Snowmobile Federation

    23 $200 Gift Certificate - Bibbens Sales & Service, Weedsport

    24 2 night stay at Charlie's Inn & Dinner for 2 - Charlie's Inn, Lake Clear

    25 1 Night stay, best available room type - Country Inn & Suites, Mt. Morris

    26 $200 Gift Card - DDS Motorsports, Utica

    27 $200 Gift Certificate toward Stay - West Wind Motel & Townhouses, Turin

    28 $200 Cash - Caledonia Trailblazers Snowmobile Club

    29 $200 Cash - Cattaragus County Director George Couell

    30 $200 Cash - Cattaraugus County Snowmobile Federation

    31 $200 Cash - Chenango County Snowmobile Federation

    32 $200 Cash - Cranberry Lake Mountaineers

    33 $200 Cash - Erie County Federation of Snowmobile Clubs

    34 $200 Cash - Ful-Mont Snow Travelers Snowmobile Club

    35 $200 Cash - Genesee Sno Packers

    36 $200 Cash - Niagara County Snowmobile Federation

    37 $200 Cash - Oneida County Area Snowmobile Association

    38 $200 Cash - Penn Mountain Snow Riders

    39 $200 Cash - Salmon Creek Snowmobile Club

    40 $200 Cash - Shawnee Sno-Chiefs Snowmobile Club

    41 $200 Cash - Tioga Ridge Runners

    42 $200 Cash - Wyoming County Snowmobile Federation

    43 1 night luxury overnight stay - Tailwater Lodge, Altmar

    44 $150 Cash - Cayuga County Snowmobile Association

    45 $100 Cash - Childwold Sno Packers

    46 $100 Cash - O-T-GO Snowgoers

    47 $100 Cash - Pulaski Boylston Snowmobile Club

    48 $100 Cash - NYSSA Staff

    49 $50 Cash - Onondaga County Snowmobile Association

    50 $50 Cash - Onondaga County Snowmobile Association

    5th Prize: $1,400 2014 Triton XT10-101 Open Snowmobile Trailer - Fisk Distributing, Lyndonville, NY

    6th Prize: $1,000 Cash donated by the Snowmobile Clubs of Chautauqua County NY

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    8th Prize: $615 Woody’s Complete Traction Package, Gear Bag & Golf Balls - WoodysTraction.com

    WINNER’S CHOICE!

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    Rope a Friend! by Rosanne Warner, NYSSA Secretary, [email protected]

    Every year my family and I make it an effort to take a friend who has never ridden a snowmobile for a ride and every year we rope a new person or two into the sport. It is widely known that a person is most likely to enter into the sport if they have someone to ride with. For this reason, my husband and I have for years kept a spare sled in the garage for just the

    occasion. The first ride is on me, after that, they are on their own with gas and oil but I will still loan out the spare if a second ride is requested. Last year, we took three newbies for rides and I am happy to say that all three went out and purchased their own sled, be it new or used, after just one ride. We have been doing this for years and I always look forward to it. To see the look on someone’s face when we take that first break on the side of the trail. To be hon-est with you, I have never seen anyone unhappy or ask to turn around and go home. I’m quite sure that I am not alone with this concept, after all, why wouldn’t snowmobilers try to get their friends involved? One more friend who rides is another person to go riding with and who doesn’t like that idea? Growing up, I came from a snowmobiling family. We had Ski-Doo’s for years but like most people, I got out of the sport for several years while I was in my early 20’s. What got me back involved was the opportunity to ride a friend’s sled. One ride and I was out looking for a snowmobile of my own. Been riding ever since. Now I know that not everyone has the means to have a spare sled. My spare sled is 10 years old, but to a new rider, they don’t know the difference between a 2004 and a 2014……..well, at least not until they RIDE a 2014. Because not everyone has the means to keep that extra sled just in case a friend wants to tag along, NYSSA is begin-ning a campaign to encourage people to “Take a Friend Snowmobiling”. Last year I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to ride with the Governor of New York State, who I’m happy to say, is no slouch on a snowmobile. That ride and a very well written application to the International Snowmobile

    Manufacturers Association (ISMA) for a $5,000 award was all it took for NYSSA to get the ball rolling to a purchase a

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    Does your child need to take a Snowmobile Safety Course?

    They are listed at:

    http://www.nysparks.com/recreation/snowmobiles/safety-courses.aspx

    ..new courses are added throughout the season, if you don’t see one offered in

    your area. Also check with your local club.

    Courtesy Kappit.com

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    snowmobile to be used in Take a Friend Snowmobiling events that are being planned across the state. Obviously $5,000 wasn’t enough to purchase a brand new 2015 snowmobile, so Arctic Cat kindly sold it to us at a price significantly below retail, and Allstate Insurance pitched in to complete the sale.

    These Take a Friend rides are an effort to encourage new people to enter the sport. People who have never had the opportunity to ride a snowmobile can attend an event and take a ride on one of NYSSA’s two snowmobiles. The Association already had a 2010 Yamaha 4-stroke that has been used in the past, but we recently pur-chased a 2015 Arctic Cat Pantera 2-up. NYSSA thanks Allstate for the sponsorship of both sleds. Upcoming Take a Friend Riding events will be held: January 11, 2014 in Batavia, New York (location to be announced) January 24, 2015 at the Grafton State Park Winterfest in Cropseyville, New York. February 8, 2015 at the Delta Lake State Park in Rome, New York. There will also be an event in Chautauqua County. Who knows, more dates and locations may become available!

    If you know someone who may be interested in coming to an event or if you are interested in volunteering at an event, contact me at: [email protected] or hand them the form on page 7! See you on the trail.

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    The new Pantera made it’s debut at

    Allstate’s booth at the Big East!

    Lots of kids -- and grownups -- get infected at the sled

    shows. There are shows coming up all over the Northeast!

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    Wondering why these ads are here?

    NYSSA will be promoting safe snowmobiling in New York State

    at each of these out-of-state events.

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    Old Forge, NY

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    Take a Friend Snowmobiling this Winter – Make a Positive Impact This Season

    By Charles Wiff, Gramercy Communications, (607) 743-8314

    If you’ve been following Executive Director Dominic Jacangelo’s column over the summer, you already know about plans to make a Take a Friend Snowmobiling campaign a success this winter. Gramercy Communications will be working in tandem with NYSSA on supporting this effort and making it a success.

    This campaign is a great opportunity for snowmobilers everywhere to introduce their love of the sport to a friend, coworker or loved one. What better time than this coming season, when snowmobilers across the state will be doing the same?

    The Take a Friend Snowmobiling effort also presents the opportu-nity to expose non-snowmobilers to some positive messages about the sport and the community. First-timers are unlikely to be familiar with proper safety procedures, the statewide trail system, the good work that clubs do on and off the trail or the $868 million economic impact the sport has every year in New York, which keeps businesses open and people employed.

    Even if they don’t become regular snowmobilers, they’ll leave the experience richer in information and equipped to serve as an advocate for the sport.

    We at Gramercy Communications hope to expose as many people to the marketing themes associ-ated with Take a Friend Snowmo-biling out through a variety of

    channels – advertising, events, and public relations, to name a few. But as with all truly effective marketing efforts, the strongest agents of change are brand ambassadors – those who are committed to and believe in the message.

    So this season, we ask that you think about whom you would like to expose to the sport, and when you do, consider yourself an ambassador for snowmobiling. If every NYSSA member is able to touch just one friend this season with a positive and moving message about snowmobiling, it could have a tremendous impact.

    As a parting thought, with the start of the season around the corner, Gramercy Communications is ready to provide assistance to clubs, whether that's creating a press release or providing counsel. You can always reach our office at (518) 326-6400, or reach Charles Wiff by cell phone at (607) 743-8314 or by email at [email protected].

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    Trail Coordinator Report by Jim Rolf, NYSSA Trail Coordinator 888-624-3849 x 102 [email protected]

    As I finish this month’s article, the outside temperature here in CNY is pushing 80 degrees. One last day or two of “Indian Summer”, I hope. Almost all of the long-range winter weather forecasts are looking good, predicting a cold and snowy season here in the Northeast. Let’s pray they are correct!

    The Big East Show!

    The UNOFFICIAL kick-off to the snowmobile season here in NYS was held in Syracuse earlier this month! I visited with different vendors, some of whom this was the first time at this show, and they felt this was one of the best years in quite a long time. They all seemed to have the same sentiments that “Friday was steady, and Saturday was packed for most of the day. Sunday had streaks, and ended well.” Big vendors, like Shade Tree (who I found out went out of business recently) were absent though.

    I get requests from vendors to test out their products and give them a real-world assessment of what they of-fer snowmobilers. This year two such vendors asked me to do that: Bite Harder: Carbide Runner Sharpening Tools (at biteharder.com) with a ski carbide sharpening tool that utilizes a standard hand drill and ROCZTOYZ.com with their newest HID headlight system for all 2 and 4-stroke sleds. ROCZTOYZ also sells plug-n-play wiring systems for cell phones, MP3 speakers, AC adapters, GPS wiring, cell phone heaters, and much more. I will test the HID head-lights from them and the carbide sharpener from Bite Harder then write an article with my opinion on their claims to both be better for safe snowmobiling. I like both concepts so far.

    New Intersection Signs?

    Last year NYSSA learned through Linda Rockwood at MV-GIS (www.nysnowmobilewebmap.com) that new junction numbers were being assigned by NYS Parks to the trails. Parks has ordered and will soon be receiving these signs that they will send to each club’s municipal sponsors as soon as they receive them. Some clubs may get right out and place them at each intersection to replace the old junction ID #’s, while others will place the new signs along with the old signs so as to allow riders with older maps to be able to see both and find their locations. New signs should be up by next season and all mapping projects will be requested to use only the new numbers that Parks will have as-signed by then.

    Adirondack Rail Trail proposal…

    As previously announced, the NYS DEC and DOT joint news release came in positively for the re-opening of the Remsen-Lake Placid Travel Corridor UMP. There has been no new news since the announcement though. The Trails Committee recommended that we press this issue harder through our lobby firm, to which I agree. Everyone will be kept up to speed as soon as anything is announced as we must now be prepared to be fully involved with the DEC UMP action and urge NYS to do the right thing by not spending any more money on the section of rails south of Tupper Lake to Old Forge, but to covert that segment to a “rail trail” as well. That is viewed as the best plan for NYS snowmobilers

    and the ADK businesses, as well as the tax-payers of NYS (who would solely foot the bill to revitalize the rails on that section).

    ‘Lack of Trail Signing’ Issue

    Last month, both the NYSSA Trails and Safety Committees presented some suggested additions to the current Safe Trails Education Program (STEP) by “putting some teeth” into the signing guidelines program this upcoming sea-son for those clubs who disregard the signing guidelines. While every Trail Maintenance Entity (TME) signs the agree-ment with Parks to mark their trails in accordance with the NYS Snowmobile Trail Signing Guidelines Handbook ,and NYS Law actually states that TMEs must strive to delineate (mark the boundaries) and mark their trails properly, each year there are a few areas that are lacking in this very important regard. Safe trails is an important duty that NYSSA feels strongly about, and at this month’s NYSSA Board meeting, a procedure sequence was voted on and approved by a far majority of NYSSA Directors.

    While NYSSA has an ethical duty to educate and help clubs to provide the safest trails possible, we really have

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    TRAILS

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    no say in the possible holding back of trail funding for TMEs by NYS Parks. So both Committees felt that it is time to make some official changes with language that would hopefully curb those clubs whose practice of not signing trails according to the guidelines (namely missing Stop and Stop Ahead signs; missing object markers at bridges, culverts, other potential hazards; and other determined “safety instances” like downed trees or impassable culverts/bridges) with a procedure that may include financial holdbacks by NYSSA. NYSSA only holds “the cards” to the membership system with the ability to restrict a club’s ability to sell and provide DMV discount membership vouchers as well as to the trail liability insurance policy itself. There will of course be consideration given to allowing TMEs time to rectify any instances after they are alerted to them before any such penalty phase would kick in. The intent is to have clubs com-ply, and never have to initiate any penalty.

    STEP classes are held around the state and club volunteers who sign trails are encouraged to attend these classes as they are planned and announced.

    STEP Program/Groomer Operator Training

    To go along with what is mentioned above and what I wrote about last month, I would really like to build-up the NYSSA trail inspection program again. After a couple of years of “low-snow depression” along with no real teeth into the advisers’ findings, we seem to have lost some good previous trail advisers. STEP (NYSSA’s Safe Trails Educa-tion Program) provides educational sessions to clubs and riders alike as to the guidelines that Parks has in place in regards to signing trails for safety. Both the Safety and Trails Committees within NYSSA are looking to bolster this program this year not just as a penalty process, but to make sure riders are being better alerted via signage to safety issues along trails more and more each year. Most clubs do a fine job and are to be appreciated for their efforts. But we know that there is always room for improvements.

    Training sessions are being planned for this fall. I am asking all Directors to inquire with your local clubs about setting up a class. Anyone interested in attending one of these training sessions this fall should then contact their club(s) to let them know. As classes are scheduled, I will post them on our website. One each in Oswego and Genesee Counties already took place. Upcoming STEP classes that I have officially been alerted to are in Monroe, St. Lawrence, Franklin/Clinton, Ontario/Livingston, and Chautauqua Counties, with a Groomer Class scheduled in Oneida

    Co. As more are planned, dates and location will be posted on the NYSSA www.nysnowmobiler.com website, in the Member Menu side.

    To go along with this “safety initiative” on signage, NYSSA will be promoting safety on the trails with other materials that are available to us that showcases the placement of responsibility while snowmobiling on the operator, where NYS Law places it. Look for these messages throughout the winter.

    Online Snowmobile Safety Program

    The NYSSA Safety Committee is continuing to discuss developing a NYSSA Snowmobile Safety Online Course for any snowmobiler to take anytime they want to be better educated to snowmobile safety, along with also being a possible program that Court Judges can use as part of their sentences to snowmobile scofflaws. This is another way that NYSSA would be emphasizing safety to snowmobilers, as we should, online and available to every snowmobiler.

    Parks is also discussing looking into developing the current program into an online venture as well.

    RIDE RIGHT! And BETWEEN THE STAKES!!!

    Join a club, wherever you ride!!!

    THINK! You are an ambassador of this sport.

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    NYSSA CHARITIES PAGE

    Pink Ribbon Riders www.pinkribbonriders.com The Pink Ribbon Riders mission is to promote awareness of breast cancer in the motor sports industry for both men and women while raising funds for those in need.

    Easter Seals www.easterseals.com Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for over 85 years.

    NYSSA encourages its individual members and its Clubs to support

    the following charitable organizations:

    The USO www.uso.org/howtohelp The USO is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to support the troops by providing morale, welfare and recreation-type services to our men and women in uniform.

    Safety Question:

    Q: A corridor trail is:

    A) A high volume primary snowmobile route through more than one county

    B) A snowmobile route to local gas stations and restaurants

    C) A trail over to your friend’s house

    An

    swer: A

    Note: we don’t make these questions up -

    they’re right out of the Safety Program

    workbook!

    Safety Courses are listed at http://www.nysparks.com/recreation/snowmobiles/safety-courses.aspx

    -- beginning in September each year.

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  • NYSSA Online Magazine

    Contact NYSSA: PO Box 1040, Pine Bush, NY 12566-1040 * EMAIL - [email protected] October 2014 - Page 29 TOLL FREE: (888) 624-3849 * FAX: (888) 317-2441 * www.nysnowmobiler.com

    It’s TIME to RENEW

    your

    CLUB MEMBERSHIP!

    How to Renew Online and Print your Voucher

    1. Go to www.nysnowmobiler.com and click on the Big Green Button at the upper left.

    2. Enter your Member ID and password.

    Don’t know your Member ID? Use the “Forgot” link:

    Don’t know your Password? Use the button.

    3. Once you are logged in, you may renew your membership with your existing Club, or join a different club, or join several clubs. Be sure to select the “Individual” or “Family” member-

    ship type as appropriate.

    4. Fill in your credit card info and press PAY NOW!

    5. Once the transaction is completed, return to the home page. To the right of the Club Name

    is the word ‘Voucher’. Click on that to view and print your Voucher.

    Still need assistance? Email us at [email protected], or call the Membership Help Desk at 888-624-3849 x 103.

    Turn the page to learn how to register your sled(s) online

    with the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles! -->

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  • NYSSA Online Magazine

    Contact NYSSA: PO Box 1040, Pine Bush, NY 12566-1040 * EMAIL - [email protected] October 2014 - Page 30 TOLL FREE: (888) 624-3849 * FAX: (888) 317-2441 * www.nysnowmobiler.com

    How to register your sled(s) online with

    the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles

    1. Let’s get you to the right place:

    If you are a New York State Resident, go to this website:

    https://transact.dmv.ny.gov/RegistrationRenew/index.cfm

    If you are Out of State, go to this website:

    https://transact.dmv.ny.gov/SnowmobileOutofState/

    2. Follow the on-screen instructions (they are different for NY Residents and Out of State, so we can’t reproduce them here).

    3. Remember to enter your 12-digit NYSSA Voucher ID (located above the barcode on your

    2014-15 Voucher) with no dashes or spaces.

    4. Print your Temporary Registration - your permanent registration and stickers for your

    sled will be mailed to you by NYS DMV within ten days.

    XX-XXXX-XXXXXX

    You are now… READY

    TO

    RIDE!

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  • As the unified voice for NY Snowmobiling, NYSSA works year-round to promote

    the sport and protect the trails needed for winter enjoyment. NYSSA is recognized

    and accepted in Albany, across the state, and nationally as the organization that

    represents the rights and needs of New York’s snowmobilers.

    PO Box 1040, Pine Bush, NY 12566-1040

    888-624-3849 / Fax 888-317-2441

    E-mail: [email protected]

    www.nysnowmobiler.com

    NEW YORK STAT E

    SNOWMOBI LE ASSOCIATI ON

    Club Events are listed on our website: www.nysnowmobiler.com Safety Courses are listed at

    http://www.nysparks.com/recreation/snowmobiles/safety-courses.aspx

    NYSSA Calendar of Events November 1 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting Carnegie Conf Ctr - upstairs at

    Drivers Village, Cicero, NY

    December 6 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting Maplewood Inn, 400 7th North St, Liverpool, NY

    January 10, 2015 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting & Sunday, January 11 “Take a Friend Snowmobiling Event”

    TBD Batavia, NY

    January 24, 2015 “Take a Friend Snowmobiling Event” Grafton WinterFest Cropseyville, NY

    February 7, 2015 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting & Sunday, February 8 “Take a Friend Snowmobiling Event”

    The Beeches Inn & Conference Ctr Rome, NY

    March 7, 2015 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting Carnegie Conf Ctr - upstairs at Drivers Village, Cicero, NY

    April 10 - 13, 2015 SLEDNY Educational Forum & NYSSA Annual Meeting

    Rochester Riverside Convention Ctr Rochester, NY

    April 4 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting Carnegie Conf Ctr - upstairs at Drivers Village, Cicero, NY

    May 2 NYSSA Board of Directors Meeting Carnegie Conf Ctr - upstairs at Drivers Village, Cicero, NY

    June 10 - 13, 2015 International Snowmobile Congress Niagara Falls Convention Center Niagara Falls, NY

    (11days after each BOD Meeting).

    November 12, 2014

    December 17, 2014

    January 21, 2015

    February 18, 2015

    March 18, 2015

    April 16, 2015

    May 13, 2015

    Season 2014-15 NY Snowmobiler Publication Dates:

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