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EDITOR’S LETTER
Can you believe that Memorial Day has already been celebrated? Every year goes by faster. This last month Scott and I were enjoying breakfast at one of our favorite local restaurants. We eat there so often, we have gotten to know not only the staff, but many of the customers as well. Anyway, as we were leaving, I happen to notice a fellow patron about to get into a well loved, older, lifted, Chevy 4x4 Square body. On the windows were several stickers including a Vietnam Veteran, Harley Davidson and one referring to snowmobiles. Couldn’t help but wonder what stories that truck and the driver could tell…next time I see him, I’m going to make sure he gets a copy of this issue.
Hope you spent Memorial weekend out on the road enjoying our awesome state of Michigan, saying hello to a veteran, eating at a local restaurant, finding a new trail and dreaming of what great adventures this summer will bring.
HERE’S A FEW HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS ISSUE:
1. Our cover shot was taken at “Twisted Trails” in Copemish. Scott and I met three new friends from Dirt Dudes UTV (check them out on You Tube) willing to share a photo op and conversation with us. Dom Santino describes this 400 acre park and the incredible variety of events planned at Twisted Trails in his article on page 25. This is a great place to visit and have a ton a fun at. 2. On page 2, Melissa Sullivan reminds all of us some simple, easy to implement safety tips to make sure the fun continues for all BRAAAPers on the trails. Hand signals, fire extinguishers and knowing local ordinances can make a weekend trip not only fun, but safe. 3. On page 3, Drummond Island, Gem of the Huron and Jeeps, do we need to say more? 4. Make sure to read Backroads and Waterfalls page 6. Jim Duke will have you warming up the SXS and gearing up the family for a ride any number of waterfall sightseeing trips. For Scott and I, a trip to Tahquamenon Falls is always a family favorite. 5. Check out Coyote Crossing on Page 10. Scott and I are looking forward to visiting owner Julie Finch, hopefully within the next 10 days. As I read this article, I could picture our family enjoying the bands, food and lodging Coyote Crossing has to offer. 6. As always, we try to bring articles from East Jordont to Copper Harbor to the Mounds and everywhere in between! If you have a favorite spot you would like us to feature, please let us know. We are always looking for great ideas and love to hear from our readers. (Please add our email)
We look forward to seeing everyone at local events, chapter meetings and volunteering in support of Michigan Snowmobiling and ORVs. Please remember to keep our veterans and first responders in your thoughts and prayers.
Be safe and enjoy the trails until our next issue.
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