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EDITOR’S LETTER
from the editor
At Michigan Snowmobiler and ORV we are always looking for new ways to share stories of our great state. This week our story comes for nearly next door to our own back yard. A close family friend was able to buy about 55 acres of ground with his brother. We were lucky enough to be invited over to enjoy some relaxed family time the day after the purchase. Three generations gathered in a shed while a short lightening storm passed overhead. Then we were off for a quick side by side tour of the new property.
It was gorgeous. Even though it was 4 in the afternoon it felt closer to 9pm because the trees and brush were so dense. We had just enough space to get through on a really nicely maintained side by side trail that looped through the 55 acre parcel. With a little imagination it felt like we were in the Upper Peninsula not within a 60 mile drive of the Metro area.
For all of our readers, take a moment and enjoy a memory of your favorite Michigan place – wherever it may be. Never take for granted our great state and all that it has to offer. This state never ceases to amaze me. It always seems to have a new secret area of beauty tucked away just waiting to be enjoyed and cherished.
In our issue this month, we have articles you won’t want to miss:
Page 24 – Sled Warrior – Learn about the 40 year career of Jeff “JJ” Longton.19 time MIRA High Point Champion
Page 30 – It’s all Left Turns – I-500 Described from the Volunteer side!
Page 40 – Summer Snowmobiling? – Hear about the International Snowmobile Conference
Page 36 – It’s all in the Family – Looking for a Snowmobile or sports vehicle Auction?
As always at Michigan Snowmobiler and ORV, we hope this issue has our readers dreaming of fun! 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.
Please feel free to reach out to us. We love to hear from our readers. Be safe and enjoy the trails until our next issue.
As alway, you can reach out to us at Michigan Snowmobiler at publisher@michsnowmag.com
VOLUME 56 - NUMBER 1
Founded September 1967
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MICHIGAN SNOWMOBILER and ORV INC., The Michigan Snowmobiler is published 10 times per year, September through February and May through August. PUBLISHER | Peter Farago
EDITOR | Ann Drzewiecki
ADVERTISING MANAGER | Scott Drzewiecki
CREATIVE ART DIRECTOR | Michelle Sheridan
SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR | Chelsie Dzabanski
WEB MANAGER | Kelly Kosek
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS | Jim Duke, Ric Federau, Kim Kisner, Dominic Santina, Bret Wilber, Joyce Wiswell
SALES | Chris Sutton, Scott Muldoon
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