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Clubs across the state of Wisconsin, like the Antigo Sno-Drifters pictured here, are starting to prep trails for the upcoming season, and they need your help. There are several fun club trail signing and brushing events listed in the AWSC calendar at the back of this magazine. Help out today!
FEATURES
6 PRESIDENT’S COMMUNIQUE - SRC AWSC President, Lori Heideman, recaps some tough decisions made by the Snowmobile Recreation Council (SRC) during August’s meeting.
18 TRAIL PREPPERS The club’s need your help prepping trails for the upcoming season. Here are a few exciting tools they use throughout the year.
20 RACE SCENE Both Polaris and Ski-Doo launched new snocross race sleds at Hay Days. Flip to the next pages in New Sleds section to read about Arctic Cat’s new Big-Bore engine and digital gauge also launched at the event.
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NOTEBOOK
THE WINTER PRE-SEASON IS OFF TO AN EXCITING START
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Last month I mentioned how our first issue was jam-packed with great AWSC information. After assembling this magazine, I share the same sentiment regarding the content in here you are about to read – it’s full!
what smacked me in the face to hear – none of them were club members. I think this serves as a reminder to keep that new audience in mind to try and pull them into club happenings and events.
2. In the same vein, I talked to plenty of young adults representative of the high school and college ages who were avid snowmobilers. Quite a few were club members, some were part of youth programs, and others weren’t involved at all. It made me feel good to hear the next generation loves snowmobiling and the passion for it continues. Again, a reminder to pull them in to the club and ALLOW them to be involved. A common theme I heard, they want to be utilized. Allow them the creativity to update club social pages, or teach them how to run some of the fun equipment when signing or brushing trails this fall.
Before I cover-off on everything great about this issue, I’m writing this after a fresh return from Hay Days grass drags in North Branch, Mn. This kick-off to winter left me with some highlights. Here are two applying to clubs:
1. The OEMs are a major draw for this event and contribute to its success. All weekend long within their displays, there were guest speakers, celebrity appearances, trainings, unveils and giveaways. The snowmobile model offerings on display are the best they’ve ever been, and surprisingly, I met a gaggle of people who were first-time buyers, or recent newcomers to the sport of snowmobiling. Half of those people shared stories of purchasing a used snowmobile as first-timers, and then upgraded to a brand new model this season. The other half were legit newbies who went straight to the top and purchased new. Regardless of how and when they entered, they attended Hay Days to see the new units they had purchased and are eagerly waiting for. Here’s
Speaking of Trail Prepping, the AWSC magazine committee decided to switch things up this year, and we moved our groomer cover to a fall issue. Seems to make sense to concentrate on trail tools now when they are at top of mind with all the clubs. In the middle of the magazine, you’ll enjoy looking at a few trail tools that may make maintaining them a little more helpful this winter.
Hay Days was a hot bed for new product unveils. You can read about the new racing snowmobiles, latest big-bore engine and gauge offerings from the OEMs before absorbing an extensive look at Club News from around the state. Check out the event calendar at the back of the magazine – I’m sure there is a fun trail maintenance day planned at a club near you!
I hope to see you at the Fall Workshop in La Crosse. If I don’t, have a great winter! - Kale
COMMUNIQUE
SNOWMOBILE RECREATIONAL COUNCIL AND TOUGH DECISIONS
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By: Lori Heideman
In August, the Governor’s Snowmobile Recreational Council (SRC) met and made recommendations on the requests for bridge and trail rehab projects and new trail miles. As I sat through those meetings, I realized there was a general theme of the SRC having to make some very tough decisions. Tough decisions on how the money in the snowmobile fund would need to be allocated. Tough decisions on what would be a priority to be funded or what could maybe wait a year.
It was evident the SRC took their role seriously. They went over each project and prioritized them. The SRC reviewed the financials for the program provided by the DNR, and in the end, there was just not enough money to fund all the projects. (If you are interested in looking at those financials you can find them on the Wisconsin DNR website under SRC.) It seems over the past year we had several reasons for the lower than normal funding. These reasons include the storm damage many counties experienced last year. Other reasons include the fact that some counties had a record breaking snowfall and more supplemental requests were received. And lastly, the SRC is playing catch up on projects from years ago and is trying to fund as many projects as they can, thus more money was spent on projects.
When the AWSC worked to pass legislation to initiate the trail pass, it was meant to accomplish several issues within the snowmobile program. The first was to get money into our program. The second was to get our magazine in many more snowmobiler’s hands by promoting club memberships and educating those that knew nothing about the actual snowmobile program. The trail pass did both. The past several years we had enough money to fund bridge projects and to fund new miles of trails for the first time in many years. That really has not changed. The money will still be coming in, however to be fiscally responsible, it does not make sense to spend and spend until it’s all gone. Therefore, tough decisions had to be made.
Being fiscally responsible means that we need to make sure the snowmobile program is strong and healthy. Once the trail pass was implemented, the amount per mile was increased from $250 to $300 a mile along with an equipment rate increase. These increases were meant to help at the club level, to put more money into their equipment. So being fiscally responsible and making those tough decisions has to be the SRC’s job. Spending only what we have, and what we absolutely need, has to be their priority.
The snowmobile program is strong and viable And although, sometimes tough decisions have to be made, keeping the program healthy is the SRC’s main objective. We do not need to panic, however, we need to keep many factors in mind, and the biggest one is that even with our increased funds, we still need to be fiscally responsible.
See you on the trails!
CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO DO SOMETHING EXTRA
Greg Roscizewski – Vice President
Happy October fellow snowmobilers. The acorns have been falling on the shed roof for well over six weeks now, and sometimes I swear they are golf balls. For me, that sound signifies the first sign its time to start thinking about snowmobiling. So, blow the dust off those sleds, fire them up and take in the smell of a little two-stroke or hear the purr of your 4-stroke to really get you in the mood. Right after, prepare yourself for a different kind of enjoyable work.
I’d like to start out this month with a shout out to everyone that has already been brushing and mowing trails. For some clubs there was no summer off. Many northern clubs are still trying to get caught up from all the winter storm damage and spring runoff damage. There was a lot of discussion at the Snowmobile Recreation Council (SRC) meeting in August on how the snowmobile program can help fund some of these repairs. Quite honestly, some clubs are still overwhelmed with the work and costs ahead. I truly hope when people ride this winter, they take a moment each time and think about all the hard work clubs go through to open and maintain these trails.
Clubs always need help. Each and every one of us can find something to help with this fall. Challenge yourself to do something extra, or new for your club. In the September WSN issue, I touched on the subject of just when you think you’re a hard-working snowmobiler, you look around and see others working harder.
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This is never truer than fall. Most importantly, to those that have chosen to be silent club members, make this the year to choose one thing to get your foot in the door at your club. Helping does not have to be physical labor on the trail. It can be as simple as a pan of brownies for the trail crew; helping organize a fundraiser; or a zillion things in between. All clubs have committees of all shapes and sizes with something for everyone. You might be amazed at how addicting and fulfilling it can be to help the team. Especially on that first ride, when you can look and smile that you helped create this trail.
I have to end this month with a giant shoutout to our Miss Snowflake, Rachyl Burzinski. On August 18, Rachyl traveled to Great Lakes Dragway in Union Grove, Wisconsin, and raced a speciallyprepped snowmobile on asphalt. For those of you that don’t know Rachyl, she is a very accomplished snowmobile grass dragger. Watching her try something similar, but very new, was an absolute pleasure. I think her whole group of friends and family had a great time. It’s always amazing to watch what a sponge for knowledge our young people are, and a reminder to let them get involved in your clubs. Our AWSC family is blessed to have everyone that makes the KAOS and Miss Snowflake programs what they are. In my opinion, money and effort well spent.
Until next month, Happy Motorsporting!
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By: Stormy Hovey – Office Manager
The change of seasons is in air! We can see it in the color of the leaves, pumpkin and apple stands that are popping up along the country roads. I will be celebrating my four year anniversary with AWSC in October. Our office staff is growing to meet the trail pass and membership work and are in the process of staffing-up! Pam Sidewell has returned and Terry will be back part-time mid-October (or earlier) when we start receiving more trail passes through the mail. Depending on the work load, we may look at adding a 20 hour per week position from November-December. It is hard to say because the memberships have been spreading out through the summer as more and more clubs are renewing members early.
The office has been busy working with club memberships and selling trail passes. I would like to remind the membership chairs, your club will not receive emails unless you have returned your club information form, just checking send email will not work.
AWSC Dues – How are they paid? We are adjusting to the dates of membership. What we haven’t mastered, is how to pay/renew your AWSC dues/membership. As I’m writing this on Friday afternoon, I have received three emails from those who can’t find where to renew an AWSC membership on the AWSC website – well, that is because you can’t renew on our website!
You need to pay your club dues and then your club will pay your AWSC dues. This has to be completed and you have to receive confirmation from your club before you can purchase your trail pass. If you send in your membership prior to completing this, we will send the trail pass forms back to you — we do not hold them in the office to process until your AWSC dues are paid.
There is confusion among the members about their AWSC membership, this membership is paid through your club when you renew your yearly membership with them. You CANNOT renew your AWSC membership through our office, it needs to be done through your local club. You can check your AWSC membership on our website (awsc.org) under Membership Inquiry. You will be able to see when your membership has been renewed.
FALL WORKSHOP INFORMATION – JOIN US!
Sunday, October 5, 2022. After October 10, the registration goes to $35, you can register at the Workshop ($35) banquet tickets will be limited and sold on a first come first served basis.
Hospitality Rooms: We will still have two hospitality rooms available. They will be released back to the hotel on October 5, as well. If your club is interested, please call the office ASAP to get sign up.
ADDITIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMINDERS
Miss Snowflake application can be found on the AWSC website / Application Deadline is Thursday, October 5, 2023 to the AWSC office. Scholarship Applications will be posted on the website by November 1. They will be due back to AWSC Thursday, January 4, 2024.
Silent Auction remember to bring a silent auction item to Fall Workshop from your club, county or association. All silent auction proceeds will benefit the Scholarship Awards.
KAOS Annual Community Service Project this year they will be holding a collection for kids new blankets and stuffed animals for hospital patients. Donations can be brought to the workshop to be dropped off or they can also be given to your Youth Rep/Advisor. Snowmobile Friendly Applications will be available on the website in November. Deadline in January.
ACSA Calendars We will be distributing calendars or taking names to mail out calendars at the workshop.
Raffle Tickets – Directors/Reps please remember to return any sold or unsold raffle tickets to the Fall Workshop. We still have a few raffle tickets left to sell at the office. The 2023 Raffle Drawing will be at 10:30am on Saturday, October 21, during the General Session.
As always stay safe, stay healthy and think SNOW!!!
Registration: Online registration is available at: https://awsc.org/ Workshop-Convention/2023-Workshop . Or by printing the form on the website and using the mail. Registration is $25 with the Banquet $35. Early Bird registration and prepaid Banquet ends
QUEEN’S CORNER
AWSC Miss Snowflake misssnowflake2223@gmail.com
By: Rachyl Burzinski
Ican hardly believe October is here, and soon I will be passing the Miss Snowflake crown on to another remarkable and deserving young lady. I am grateful for all the clubs and organizations who have graciously invited me to their events. This journey has been nothing short of incredible, and I will cherish every moment forever. The experiences I have had, the people I have met, and the memories I have created during my reign are truly priceless. I cannot express enough thanks to my parents, sister, family, and friends for their unwavering support. I would also like to extend my gratitude to the Orfordville Country Riders, the Rock County Snowmobile Alliance, and all the incredible supporters of the Miss Snowflake program. Through this journey, I have gained a deep appreciation for the AWSC and the dedicated members and clubs who selflessly volunteer their time year after year. Young ladies ages 16-22 who are passionate about the sport of snowmobiling, the application is out now on the AWSC website. Don’t miss your chance to apply for this once in a lifetime opportunity!
Here are a few pictures from some of the events I attended in August and September. I look forward to seeing all of you soon at the AWSC Workshop in La Crosse!
COUNTY SPOTLIGHT
By: Ethan Degner - Jefferson County Youth Advisor
The Jefferson Area Youth Snowmobilers (JAYS) are a newly established club started by a group of fourteen youth. Just like any other club in the state of Wisconsin, the JAYS hold monthly meetings dedicated to young members in the Jefferson County and surrounding areas. Meeting topics range from fundraising planning to youth involvement brainstorming, and of course, the fun factor is high! While the club is still very new, several fundraisers have taken place including a car wash, spaghetti dinner, Flower Mum sales and a continuous push for the product, RideLite! The current goal of the club is to obtain a trail of their own where youth members will be in charge of signing and maintaining!
This summer, the JAYS and KAOS got the opportunity to come together for a fun day during the summer directors meeting. On Saturday, the two groups enjoyed kayaking in the Jefferson County area. Following the kayaking trip, a fun-filled night of watching racing was cut short by a rainstorm at the local Jefferson Speedway.
NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
By: Jena Lenz - Jefferson County Youth Representative
Hi, my name is Jena Lenz. I am a Jefferson County KAOS youth representative. I am 17 years old and live in Jefferson, WI. I love to play basketball and enjoy golfing, and obviously, love to snowmobile. I am a member of the Jefferson Area Youth Snowmobilers (a youth club I helped start with my family), Twin River Riders, and Fort Driftskippers.
I am our alliance’s youth director and last year I won Miss Sparkle at the AWSC Miss Snowflake Competition. I have been snowmobiling on my own sled since I was a toddler. My first snowmobile was an Arctic Cat Kitty Kat, and now I ride a 2015 Yamaha Viper.
I’m excited to be a part of KAOS and be more involved in the community. I am even more excited about the events coming this year. Last year I was only able to go to the KAOS Youth Leadership Ride however this year I am excited to go on more trips and be more active. I am also excited to compete for Miss Snowflake again this year.
Jefferson Area Youth Snowmobilers
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2023 AWSC SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
The AWSC would like to thank all the businesses, clubs, groups and individuals who have donated to create the 13 scholarships awarded at the spring AWSC Convention. A total of $10,000 went to the following students. Congratulations!
$2,000 AWSC ScholarshipAlishya “AJ” Kreager
AJ Is a member of the Wisconsin Valley Sno Jets, Marathon County and graduated from Wausau East High in May of 2023. AJ plans to attend Northcentral Technical College in the fall for business management. AJ is the daughter of Wayde and Dawn Kreager.
$1,500 Morris Nelson Memorial ScholarshipJacob Ward
Jacob is a member of the Woodland Riders Snowmobile Club, Jackson County and graduated from Black River Falls High School in May of 2023. Jacob plans to attend Southwest Wisconsin Technical College in the fall for criminal justice-law enforcement. Jacob is the son of Kris and Trudy Ward.
$1,000 AWSC ScholarshipNicolaus Jensen
Nicolaus is a member of the Colfax SnoDrifters, Dunn County and graduated from Colfax High School in May of 2023. Nicolaus plans to attend Chippewa Valley Technical College in the fall for agronomy management. Nicolaus is the son of Jim and Jolene Jensen.
$1,000 Liberty Mutual Scholarship - Makayla Gambsky
Makayla is a member of the Calumet Sno-Trails, Calumet County and graduated from Chilton High School in May of 2023. Makayla plans to attend University of WisconsinGreen Bay in the fall for finance. Makayla is the daughter of Tim and Holly Gambsky.
$1,000 J F Brennan Scholarship - Ava Leibfried
Ava is a member of the Dickeyville Idle Riders, Grant County and graduated from Cuba City High School in May of 2023. Ava plans on attending Iowa State University in the fall majoring in Agriculture Business. Ava is the daughter of Nick and Jessica Leibfried.
Chloe is a member of the Near North Trail Riders of Athelstane, Marinette County and graduated from Southern Door High School in May of 2023. Chloe plans to attend University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in the fall majoring in Accounting. Chloe is the daughter of Duane and Rachel Lustila.
$500 KAOS Scholarship - Dillan Steger
Dillan is a member of the Kohlsville Kruisers Snowmobile Club, Washington County and graduated from Kewaskum High School in May of 2023. Dillan plans to attend the Moraine Park Technical College in the fall majoring in Gas Utility Construction and Service. Dillan is the son of Dave and Julie Steger.
$500 Schwartz & Shea Scholarship - Lauryn DeWitt
Lauryn is a member of the Poyganaires Snowmobile Club, Winnebago County and graduated from Winneconne High School in May of 2023. Lauryn plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in the fall majoring in Music Education. Lauryn is the daughter of Don DeWitt.
Brett is a member of the IG Snowcats Snowmobile Club, Grant County and graduated from Fennimore High School in May of 2023. Brett plans to attend University of Wisconsin-Platteville in the fall majoring in Physical Therapy. Brett is the son of Jim and Jamie Birchman.
Michaela is a member of Tombstone Pickerel SC, Langlade County and graduated from Tigerton High School in May of 2023. Michaela plans to attend Northern Michigan University in the fall majoring in Fish & Wildlife Management. Michaela is the daughter of Brian and Lisa Gleason.
$300 Ken’s Sports Academic Excellence Scholarship - Jacob Lashua
Jacob is a member of the Iola Norseman Snowmobile Club, Waupaca County and graduated from Iola Scandinavia High School in May of 2023. Jacob plans to attend University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse in the fall majoring in Pre-Med. Jacob is the son of James and Sherri Lashua.
Paige is a member of the Northern Lights Snowmobile Club, Oneida County and graduated from Mishicot High School in June of 2023. Paige plans to attend the University of Wisconsin Madison or Stevens Point in the fall majoring in Communications, Sciences and Disorders. Paige is the daughter of Ryan and Sarah Hoffman.
$300 Track Side Scholarship - Russell Klein
Russell is a member of the Sugar Camp Snowmobile Club, Oneida County and graduated from Three Lakes High School in May of 2023. Russell plans to attend the Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College in the fall studying Major Electrical Distribution. Russell is the son of Kirk and Stacey Klein.
THANK YOU TO OUR SNOWMOBILING FAMILY
By: Larry Rietbrock
When you ask, “Who do you consider your family?” most of us turn to thoughts of our mother, father or siblings, aunts and uncles. This past summer I discovered our “snowmobile family.” On May 5, my wife, Marie, suffered a horrible accident. She had a cardiac arrest, fell, hit her head on a rock and suffered a spinal cord injury paralyzing her with no movement in her arms or legs.
This is where we discovered how special our snowmobile family is. Snowmobiling has always been a very important part of our family. Marie is very active in our local club, Howards Grove Lakeshore Driftbuster’s, Sheboygan County.
Marie would attend the fall workshop, spring convention and winter and summer director’s meetings with me. She is also one of the leaders for the Lakewood area Women on Snow group and has been for years. I have been our club’s trail master for the past 30 years, Sheboygan County snowmobile trail manager, Sheboygan County Rep to the AWSC and the 2022 AWSC snowmobiler of the year. Our children are also very involved.
After Marie’s accident, many of our friends and family, most of them snowmobilers and club members, decided to have a benefit for Marie to help the family with medical bills. The benefit was held on July 7, at Butch and Annies Pine Grove. The place was packed with people all day. The amount of support we received from the clubs in Sheboygan County and the surrounding areas, and the state was amazing.
These fellow snowmobilers and AWSC members volunteered their time to help, their club made donations or just came to support us. All but a few of Marie’s fellow Women on Snow ladies came down to volunteer their time to help in any way they could.
Lori Heideman, AWSC president and fellow Woman on Snow participant, volunteered her time and we had a special appearance by Sam Landes, AWSC legislative chair. The day was amazing! The support we have received over the past four months from fellow snowmobilers, clubs, AWSC and KAOS has been overwhelming. The day of benefit, one of my fellow club members pulled me aside and said, “ Larry, if you don’t think snowmobiling matters….look around.”
Marie is currently in Fond du Lac at a skilled rehab facility where they continue to do physical therapy on her. As I am writing this letter, we are waiting for an MRI to be done on Sept 6, to see if there is any change with her spinal cord and if surgery can be done to restore movement to her arms and legs.
She is in very good spirits, and she believes she will walk again and be able to ride her sled and play with our new granddaughter. She is the strongest woman I know, when this first happened I was told the odds of her ever being off the ventilator were very slim. Well, she proved them wrong, and she will recover from this. It will
take time. Please keep up all the thoughts and prayers for her. If you want follow Marie’s journey, we have a Facebook page called “Marie Strong.”
Sue Smedegard always posts on her Facebook page ”I am going to see my snowmobile family this weekend” when there is an AWSC event. I truly found out this past summer what she means.
Thanks again, Larry Rietbrock
MISS SNOWFLAKE KICKS OFF 2024 WINTERFEST WITH A DRAG RACE
By: Darren Slotty
In August, AWSC’s Miss Snowflake, Rachyl Burzinski, was invited to Great Lakes Dragaway in Union Grove, WI, to join The Racine County Alliance of Snowmobile Clubs announce Racine County’s Winterfest 2024. In addition, Rachyl made plans to race a snowmobile…on asphalt, as part of the Midwest Snowmobile Drag Racing Series (MSDRS).
Rachyl is a very accomplished grass drag racer, but this would be her first time competing on asphalt aboard a specially prepared race sled owned by AWSC Vice President, Greg Roscizewski, who is a regular competitor in the MSDRS. Greg decided to sit this round out so Miss Snowflake could pilot his Team NSNP Racing asphalt Arctic Cat and be Rachyl’s coach and crew chief for the day.
Rachyl and her family arrived at the track in the early afternoon so she could get acquainted with the racing program and get-in a few practice runs. There was 23 sleds prepared to compete but not until Racine County youth snowmobiler, Kenzie Burkee, sang the National Anthem.
FIRST RACE
Rachyl had a great reaction time of .017 seconds but her competitor edged her out by a mere .007 seconds at the finish line. (extremely close race) To continue racing, Rachyl opted for a buyback, commonly referred to as a “gambler’s race” or second chance.
SECOND RACE
Rachyl broke-out (went quicker than her dial-in) by a scant .006 seconds – another very close run. In a bracket series such as this, races are won/ lost by tiny fractions of a second. For her first time competing, Rachyl proved she can run with the best of this accomplished group of drag racers.
After the racing was done, Rachyl was able to talk to the crowd and fellow racers about who she is and how she represents the AWSC as Miss Snowflake. Then Rachyl announced the Racine County Alliance of Snowmobile Clubs Annual Winterfest event at Great Lakes Dragaway: Saturday, January 27, 2024.
This celebration of winter features a Radar Run, youth racing (120cc and 200cc classes), live music, Freedom Raffle, and lots of fun. Racine County would like to thank Rachyl and her family for their enthusiasm, spirit, and dedication to snowmobiling. See you at Winterfest!
2023 SNOWMOBILE FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES AND COUNTIES
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The Snowmobile Friendly Communities (SFC) program was established to celebrate the volunteers who are the backbone of snowmobiling. The program is used as an advocacy tool to promote the mission statement of the AWSC - To promote safe and responsible snowmobiling.
Snowmobile Friendly Communities is a partnership between many stakeholders and is awarded to promote working together as a community for the betterment of snowmobiling. Both the community partners, as well as the snowmobile clubs, gain a marketing tool to promote tourism and trails in their specific community. Each community can promote the SFC award, and its artwork, throughout their area at their discretion to promote and welcome snowmobiling tourism.
Seven 2023 Snowmobile Friendly communities, and five counties, were announced at the Spring Convention and awards have been presented. You can learn more about applying for the Snowmobile Friendly Community program at the Fall Workshop in La Crosse, or on the AWSC website.
Eagle River, WI - Snowmobile Friendly Community, (Pop. 1,523)
A great partnership for the snowmobiling community
Working hard to support the snowmobiling community
• Keeping trails open and developing new trails
• Supporting trail grooming
• Initiating and supporting lawsuits that threaten access
• Encouraging snowmobiler participation in clubs and associations
• Promoting snowmobiling as a family activity
• Providing safety awareness and education through the Safe Riders! program
St. Germain, WI - Snowmobile Friendly Community, (Pop. 2,161)
Submitted by: Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club
Three Lakes, WI - Snowmobile Friendly Community, (Pop. 2,154)
Submitted by: Three LakesBrule River Trails
Tomahawk, WI - Snowmobile Friendly Community, (Pop. 3,453)
Submitted by: Northwoods Passage Snowmobile Club
Iron County, WI - Snowmobile Friendly County, (Pop. 6,203)
Submitted by: Iron County Rec Council
Langlade County, WI - Snowmobile Friendly County, (Pop. 19,344)
Submitted by: Antigo Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club
Oconto County, WI - Snowmobile Friendly County, (Pop. 39,355)
Submitted by: Oconto County Snowmobile Alliance
Price County, WI - Snowmobile Friendly County, (Pop. 14,024)
Submitted by: Price County Snowmobile Trails Association
Sawyer County, WI - Snowmobile Friendly County, (Pop. 18,530)
Submitted by: Sawyer County Snowmobile and ATV Alliance
Worth over $27,750 Sweepstakes ends November 13, 2023
Proceeds for Frankfort Freedom Riders Snowmobile Club
TRAIL PREPPERS
FIVE TOOLS TO MAKE TRAIL MAINTENANCE EASIER
Trail prepping for the winter season is in full swing for the majority of Wisconsin’s snowmobile clubs. This might be a physical act of mowing grass, cutting brush or trees, or a mental decision of making final purchase plans on a new grooming set-up. Here’s a look at a few tools your club may already be using, or should look at purchasing to make maintenance time out on the trail a little easier.
STIHL HT 131 POLE PRUNER
STIHLUSA.COM
This reliable telescoping pole pruner features the reduced-emission 4-MIX™ engine. Perfect for clubs who need to trim overhanging branches, this lightweight model extends up to 11.5 feet. The 14” guide bar and chain allow users to cut efficiently, and the slotted sprocket cover clears chips and sawdust to reduce clogging. A side-access chain tensioner makes easy work of chain adjustment. Grab the HT 131 to extend your reach and increase your productivity.
JOHN DEERE ROTARY CUTTERS
JOHNDEERE.COM
With one of the most expansive lines of rotary cutters in the industry—and featuring the Flex Cutter—John Deere can equip you with just the right model for your club’s operation. Property owners, agricultural producers, commercial operators and municipal contractors across the country rely on John Deere rotary cutter solutions to overcome the most challenging ground conditions — and so should you.
ARROWHEAD GROOMERS
ARROWHEADGROOMERS.COM
Hamblen Equipment Inc., “Home of the Arrowhead Groomers” is located in the heart of the snow belt in St. Germain, WI. Arrowhead Groomers established in 1976 manufactures groomer drags to keep high traffic snowmobile trails in top condition with dual trip spring loaded blades, reversible cutting blades, stiff hitch and dual rear wheels as a few of the main features. From The Minis to The Ultras, Arrowhead has a groomer for your needs.
MILWAUKEE M18 FUEL HATCHET™ 8” PRUNING SAW
MILWAUKEETOOL.COM
The MILWAUKEE® M18 FUEL™ HATCHET™ 8” Pruning Saw delivers increased control and access, has the power to cut hardwoods, and is the fastest cutting pruning saw designed to meet the ergonomic, performance, and durability needs of the snowmobile club. Weighing less than 5lbs without a battery and featuring a compact design, the cordless pruning saw provides increased control and maneuverability in tight access areas and is easily stored in your groomer cab or snowmobile bag.
UNIVERSAL TRUCK EQUIPMENT ULTIMATE SNOW GROOMERS
Building on the legendary Ultimate Snow Groomer platform, Universal is making grooming snowmobile trails easier than ever! With the ski design sensing height changes on the trail and reducing bounce and blade chatter, the Ultimate Snow Groomer Drag takes on the toughest snowmobile trails in the USA. The groomer blades on the Ultimate Snow Groomers Drags are angled and positioned for increased flow of snow, cutting of moguls and easier pulling. The groomer blades are also spring loaded and allow the blade to “trip” over any obstacle too big. The result is efficient and effective snowmobile grooming equipment for winter trails.
PRO TIP – CLUB QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING TO PURCHASE A GROOMER SET-UP
Submitted by: AWSC Trails Committee
All these questions will play into the width and size of a groomer set-up a club should purchase. A purpose-built trail groomer tends to be lighter than a tractor equipped with tracks, but tracks may not always be needed on tractors. Wider tracks make for better floatation. Considering these options and answering the questions below are a good start to choosing the best set-up for your club.
• Should you buy new or used? What can the club afford?
• What is your trail system? Swamps? Hills? Rail Road grades?
• What is the narrowest width of your trails? Can you remove a few trees?
• Do you have bridges? How wide are they? What is the bridge capacity?
• What size drag do you want to pull?
• What HP should you have?
• Should you get rubber or steel cleats? Rubber is quieter on roads but you lose traction. Steel is better in the hills. Both can have ice picks added.
• Should you have a front blade or not?
RACE SCENE
POLARIS LAUNCHES 2024 RACING SNOWMOBILES
Polaris introduced their new Snocross- and Cross Country-specific race snowmobiles for 2024. Based off the Matryx platform, both of these beauties have been built to tackle the toughest tracks this winter with upgraded Polaris race components. Visit their website for more information.
The Polaris Race Front Suspension and RX2 Rear Suspension on the 600R are strong, lightweight and long travel designs built for snocross. New for 2024 includes larger diameter chromoly construction with improved bushings and inserts, as well as new steering rod-end for improved durability and strength. Also new, are stiffer rate torsion springs for improved handling.
The Cross Country 600 also received durability and performance upgrades including stiffer rate springs on the front Walker Evans shocks to improve cornering and bottoming-resistance, and the Pro-CC rear suspension is updated with longtail torsion springs to deliver more stability and predictability, along with improved bottoming.
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The Ski-Doo MXZx 600RS E-TEC is incorporating REV Gen5 DNA for 2024 and bringing additional improvements. The newest version of the MXZx 600RS will deliver more performance and durability for top pros and independents alike with key features from the REV Gen5 platform. The list of improvements doesn’t stop with the platform as it also includes a re-engineered rear suspension and engine updates. Here’s a look at the 2024 MXZx 600RS Highlights:
NEW REV GEN5 PLATFORM DNA
● Taper/tilt tunnel design
● NEW 4-point engine mounting
● NEW quick change drive axle
● Short heat exchanger with internal loop
● 137-inch track
● Lightweight Lexan hood
● Quiet, high flow airbox design
● LED lightweight headlights
● NEW reinforced S module
● MX-inspired seat and hi-traction cover
● Racing foot box
● 5-gallon fuel tank
● Lower center of gravity
● High air flow left vent
RAS RS FRONT SUSPENSION
● Kashima coated 46mm KYB Pro Series shocks (high speed / low speed compression and high speed / low speed rebound adjustments)
● Integral base valve adjuster
● Rack steering with power assist
● Long spindle design (Stronger + better speed cornering)
● Lightweight Pilot R2 Ski - reinforced
NEW RMOTION RS REAR SUSPENSION
● Race proven rail design, higher front arm mount, new color
● 137-inch length
● NEW refined front arm
● NEW motion ratio (softer initial)
● NEW improved coupling
● Kashima coated 46mm KYB Pro Series piggyback center shock w/ high speed / low speed compression and high speed rebound adjustment
● Kashima coated 46mm KYB Pro Series piggyback rear shock w/ high speed / low speed compression and high speed / low speed rebound adjustment
● Integral base valve adjuster
● Revised geometry
● Holeshot Device
ROTAX 600RS E-TEC ENGINE (599.4 cc)
● E-TEC direct injection
● Monoblock cylinder design with Plasma coating- delivers high horsepower
● NEW larger injectors
● NEW engine calibration
● Intake booster injectors (850 E-TEC-inspired)
● Shorter intake length (850 E-TEC-inspired)
● Double reed valves (850 E-TEC-inspired)
● eRAVE (850 E-TEC-inspired)
● Lightweight exhaust system (stainless steel tuned pipe)
● Racing throttle block – ready for 50% throttle applications
● Reinforced engine mounts
● Hot start button
DRIVETRAIN
● Brembo brake system – large diameter rotor, easy maintenance caliper
The OEMs are always a major crowd draw at an event like Hay Days with a weekend schedule full of special guest speakers, giveaways, autograph signings and product unveils. Arctic Cat proved their contribution to the success of the event after packing the main stroll ways on Saturday. Enthusiasts and haters alike packed in around the Arctic Cat mainstage to witness the launch of an all-new 858 big-bore stroker engine and 8-inch GPS gauge package. Visit Arctic Cat’s website for more information on these two tech pieces which will debut on the 2025 models this upcoming spring.
PURPOSE-BUILT FOR THE CATALYST PLATFORM
• The 858 design is based on decades of Arctic Cat innovation to ensure the engine components were designed to optimize the CATALYST platform’s centralized design. From working around the centerline steering to integrating components for weight reduction and increased performance, there were no compromises.
• The laydown engine design places the intake and exhaust in front of the engine allowing for a claimed industry’s best mass centralization and lower center of gravity for incomparable rider maneuverability.
• Available across trail, crossover and mountain platforms for Model Year 2025.
OPTIMIZED POWER IN THE INDUSTRY’S EASIEST TO RIDE PACKAGE
• A new air intake system is integrated into the platform maximizing airflow to the engine for more power output. Multiple secondary, under-hood inlets prevent snow ingestion and optimize performance in all snow conditions.
• The new, patented exhaust valve design is the latest, most advanced in the industry. It stays tight to the piston as it moves and provides smoother exhaust port flow throughout a wider RPM range on both primary and auxiliary ports. It also provides seamless power and cleaner emissions.
• Compared to Arctic Cat’s 800 engine, the 858 provides 11% more power and torque, providing quicker acceleration and a higher top speed and is 4% lighter than Arctic Cat’s 600 C-TEC2 engine.
• To keep a lightweight, compact size for the CATALYST platform, Arctic Cat used an 85mm bore while increasing to a 75.6 stroke to achieve more horsepower and deep, bottomless torque that pulls hard and smoothly through the entire RPM range. The result is a power-dense stroker engine that’s an easy to ride package.
NEW 8-INCH G8 DISPLAY
POWERED BY GARMIN ANSWERS CALL FOR NEW GAUGE
In a surprise move, Arctic Cat caught the unsuspecting Hay Days crowd by surprise when they also announced an all-new 8-inch display screen powered by navigation leader, Garmin. Here are the highlights for all you adventure seekers:
MAIN MENU – Provides simple navigation between map, vehicle information, media, and phone applications and much more.
VEHICLE DATA SCREEN – Includes coolant temperature, fuel level, speedometer, odometer, RPMs, reverse indicator, and user customizable data fields
STATUS BAR – Status bar at the bottom of all screens offering quick navigation, active warnings, and key vehicle information.
TRAIL MAPS – Pre-loaded snowmobile trail maps for the United States and Canada that include points of interest such as restaurants, gas stations and campgrounds. Map views are layered to include topography, private/public lands, and various other features. Users can also plan and track routes.
GROUP RIDE – Without cellular coverage, users can use the integrated Group Ride Radio to see, text, and track up to 20 riders. Paired with a compatible Bluetooth headset, riders can also communicate with other riders through 2-way voice. Riders without an integrated device can download the free mobile app and join a cellular based Group Ride as well as enjoy all mapping features. *Radio based Group Ride not available in Canada or Europe.
PHONE CONNECTIVITY – Receive smart notifications, access dial pad, view contacts, receive live weather forecasts, look at the radar and play music when paired to a mobile device.
CLUB
COULEE TRACK-N-TRAIL CELEBRATES FIVE 50 YEAR MEMBERS
By: Rodney Johnson
At our spring fundraiser, five of our members were honored for fifty continuous years of membership, which is every year our club has been in existence. Honored members were: Donna Bean, Myron Stakston, Gary, Terry and Hilda Gilbeck.
Donna Bean and her late husband, Richard, had a large part in organizing our club. Donna did a lot of the leg work preparing by-laws and policies for our club. She was also the first secretary and Richard the first vice-president. They both served on various committees including our summer and winter drag races in the early years. Thank you Donna for your continued support!
Myron Stakston has always been a supportive member and continues to be. He served on the first board of directors and served as chairman of the trail committee, and was our first Trail Boss. Thank you Myron!
For the Gilbecks, our club has been a family affair for 50 years.
WAUKESHA COUNTY SNOWMOBILE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCED
By: Waukesha County Snowmobile Association
Four scholarships were awarded to youth members of the organization: Cameron Prescott, a senior at Arrowhead Union High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Jake Betz, a student at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Jacob Teske, a senior at Hartford Union High School, was awarded a $500 scholarship. Jordan Young, a student at UW-Whitewater, was awarded a $500 scholarship. The WCSA scholarships are funded by the organization’s 17 member clubs and individual members. Winners were chosen based on the applicants’ explanation as to how snowmobiling has impacted their lives, among other requirements.
CROSS COUNTRY CRUISERS
MAKE VERNA CREEK BRIDGE A REALITY
Submitted by: Jerry Wesner – CCC Trail Manager
Big thank you to Glenn Speich, CCC Land Manager Coordinator, Todd Bierman, Vilas County Rec Director, and the AWSC for making the Verna Creek bridge a reality. The old Verna Creek bridge had been around for a long time and it was old, narrow and only had a 10,000lb capacity. This made it very hard to pass a 17,000lb groomer through that section as we had to turn around on both ends and couldn’t pass over it.
Coulee Track-n-Trail members are front row (L-R)Myron Stakston and Gary Gilbeck. Back row is Donna Bean and Terry Gilbeck
Gary and Terry not only celebrated 50 years as club members, but also celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary the same year — love is (snow) blind!
Gary has been our Trail Boss for 45 years and Terry our treasurer for 35 years. Gary’s mother, Hilda, also a 50 year honoree, was still a member at 97 years young at the time of her passing.
It is dedicated and supportive members like these five keeping our clubs strong.
(L-R) Jordan Young, Jake Betz, Jacob Teske and Cameron Prescott
Verna Creek Bridge is located north of Arbor Vitae, on our Camp Lake trail. (Corridor 10&17) in Vilas County. The new bridge over the Verna Creek raven was funded by the AWSC thru snowmobile registrations, trail pass, and some fuel tax revenue. The new bridge was built by EBY’S Welding and Fabrication of Glen Flora, WI. The new structure is 30 ft long and 12 ft wide, with a 25,000 lbs. capacity. Cost of the bridge was around $30K.
The addition of the bridge will add ease and save about an hour’s time in grooming now that we can pass over the creek with our Track Tractor, and Piston Bully with 10 ft wide drag,
EBY’s was able to reuse the original pilons to remount the new bridge on to save money. A job well done. The bridge was installed in June 2023 way ahead of schedule.
Now all we have to do is wait for snow so we can try it out!
MERCURY TWISTERS CELEBRATE 50TH REUNION AT SNOWMOBILE HALL OF FAME
Submitted by: Jerry Wesner
Hundreds of snowmobile enthusiasts from all over the United States and Canada came to the reunion at the Snowmobile Hall Of Fame in St Germain, WI. Aug 18th-19th. They were able to see up close and personal some of the GREATEST snowmobiles ever made from Mercury.
They also talked to, got autographs and heard stories from some of the racing greats including Doug Hayes, Guy Peterson, Tom Wehner, Eddy Schubitzke, Fran Rosenquist, Denny Hughs and Brad Hulings. Lyle Forgeson the original designer and engineer told the story of the Twister design and build.
Thanks to everyone who came out and helped us celebrate the Mercury Twister’s 50th Birthday Celebration. Special thanks to Snowmobile Hall Of Fame, Snow Studs and Mercury Marine for sponsoring this event.
Seeking contestants for the 2023-2024 Miss Snowflake pageant. Contestants need to be at least 16 years of age and no more than 22 years of age as of November 1st, 2023. The application, rules and conditions can be found on the AWSC website. All applications are due in the AWSC office by Thursday, October 5th, 2023.
Statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation
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CLUB NEWS
BO-BOEN SNOWMOBILE CLUB HOSTS 10TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
BOBOEN.COM
Submitted by: Robin Lindberg
The 10th Annual Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club golf outing was held on August 27, at the St. Germain Golf Club. A record turnout of 106 golfers attended the fundraiser. It was a cool start to the festivities, but it turned out to be a beautiful day. A huge thank you to the generous golfers, hole sponsors and all the businesses and individuals that donated prizes. Congratulations to all the winning foursomes, hole event winners and the many raffle prize winners.
The Bo-Boen’s would like to recognize the staff at the St. Germain Golf Club for all their help and to the team at the Whitetail Inn for the delicious burger, brat, and chicken lunch. Many volunteers helped make this a successful event. This is a major fundraiser for the club with proceeds benefiting grooming operations and trail maintenance for the well-recognized St. Germain trail system.
FALL WORKSHOP AGENDA - LACROSSE, WI JOIN US!
2pm – 8pm AWSC Registration
2pm – 8pm Scholarship Silent Auction Drop-Off 5pm Hospitality Rooms Open / Hospitality Rooms are to be closed from 8pm-10pm
8am –9:30pmScholarship Silent Auction Drop-Off/Open for Bidding/Auction to close 30 minutes after conclusion of Banquet. 9am Miss Snowflake Contestants Gather / Judging
AWSC GENERAL SESSION
8:30 am – 11:30 am Guest Speakers – To Be Announced Officer Reports
Recognition of Past/Retiring Directors and 2023 Of The Year Award Winners
10:30am 2022-2023 AWSC Raffle Drawing
11:30am Lunch Break – on your own
1pm – 2:15pm Workshop Session 1
There will be 4 workshops all. Sessions 1-3 will be repeated for both sessions. Safety
DNR Safety Instructor Recertification – this is your chance to get your 3 year recertification. Snowmobile Friendly Community
SNARS/GTS are you new to using the system, or just have some questions?
This is the place to get your questions answered on how to enter data in the SNAR system or get your geofence issues resolved. Directors/Representative Responsibilities and Expectations - are you a new director or rep, and not sure what you should be doing?
Have you been around a while and want to get an update? Want to know how to properly contact and talk with your legislators?
Snowmobile Friendly Communities -Have you thought about applying and not sure where to start?
Want some ideas and suggestions about what to include? Need help maneuvering through the application?
Trailside First Aid - ever come across an injury on the trail and wonder how to help? Broken bone, frostbite, hypothermia, bleeding?
Learn what to do in an emergency situation from EMS and dispatch.
Membership Information – Office Staff will remain at registration to field questions/comments/concerns until 2:30pm 2:15 – 2:30pm Break
Seeking Donations for Silent Auction
The AWSC Scholarship Committee is organizing their Silent Auction to be held at Workshop October 21, 2023 Donations of all types are gratefully accepted, with all proceeds benefiting the scholarship program.
Deadline to donate is 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 21 at the Central Wisconsin Expo Center, Rothschild, WI. New extended bidding hours until 30 minutes after the banquet ends on the same day. Thanks for supporting young snowmobilers and their academic endeavors. AWSC.ORG Friday – October 20, 2023
2:30 – 3:45pm Workshop Session 2 – Breakouts will be repeated.
3:45pm HOSPITALITY ROOMS CAN OPEN AFTER WORKSHOP SESSIONS END
BANQUET
5pm – 6pm Pre-banquet Cocktails - Cash bar, free soda/beer-banquet attendees only
6pm Banquet – (Dress is Business Casual)
Recognition 2023 Retired Directors Awards for 2023 Of The Year Winners 2022-2023 Miss Snowflake – Rachyl Burzinski Farewell Address Announcement of “Miss Sparkle” Crowning of “Miss Snowflake 2023-2024”
Please Note: BANQUET TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED TO ATTEND CROWING OF MISS SNOWFLAKE 2023-2024
Sunday – October 22, 2023
8:30 am – until ? AWSC Directors Meeting
Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs
529 Trail Side Dr., Suite 200, DeForest, WI 53532 Phone: 800-232-4108 or 608-846-5530 • Fax: 608-846-5534 • Email: awsc@awsc.org • Website: www.awsc.org
President - Lori Heideman • racingator@wctc.net • 715-325-7126 • Vice President – Greg Roscewski • wldtrky101@wi.rr.com •
262-210-3095 Secretary - Sue Smedegard • suesmed@gmail.com • 715-656-3855/715-791-0082 • Treasurer -Lauren Levey • llevey17@gmail.com • 262-358-3763 Executive Director - Mike Holden • holdenmach@outlook.com • 920-980-2321
Adams County Director | Gary Gevers 920-723-0721 | ggevers@gmail.com
Adams County Rep | Melissa Rhodes 715-459-8001(C) | 715-325-1827(H) romesnobanditssecretary@gmail.com
Ashland County Director John Westfahl 920-740-5020 | jwwestfahl@gmail.com
Ashland County Rep Jim Meisenheimer 618-567-6805 | meisy52@yahoo.com
Barron County Director | Pete Schneider 715-234-6636 | schneiderconst@gmail.com
Barron County Rep | Markie Hansen 715-651-7207 | markie_ann@yahoo.com
Bayfield County Director Bayfield County Rep
Brown County Director | Ron Kucera 920-655-7034 | rsk2140@gmail.com
Brown County Rep | Alan Mazna 920-819-5128/920-321-8551 | alanmazna@yahoo.com
Buffalo County Director | Rick Duellman 608-867-3419 | plduellman@centurytel.net
Buffalo County Rep | Dave Green 715-495-9766 | dave@davefixeshomes.com
Burnett County Director | Jon Schoepke 715-349-7340 | schoepke@sirentel.net
Burnett County Rep | Jim Smedegard 715-656-3855 | suesmed@gmail.com
Calumet County Director | Tim Gambsky 920-378-0104 | tgambsky@gmail.com
Calumet County Rep Holly Gambsky 920-851-6002 | hgambsky@yahoo.com
Chippewa County Director Don Gunderson | 715-868-0006 back40trailriders@yahoo.com
Chippewa County Rep | Jean Rygiel 715-829-0503 | greenie19446@gmail.com
Clark County Director | Dennis Johnson 715-644-2039 | 500ssskidoo@gmail.com
Clark County Rep | Paul Drescher 715-743-4752 | padrescher@tds.net
Columbia County Director John (Jr) Brozek | 920-382-2620 jnttbrozek@centurytel.net
Crawford County Director | Chris Olson 608-778-9767 | olsonfeed@gmail.com
Dane County Director | Sam Landes 608-849-7680 | slandes58@gmail.com
Dane County Rep Steve Clark 608-843-9546 | clarkslc1@gmail.com
Dodge County Director | Daniel Reinhardt 920-296-0665 | nanapoppyr77@yahoo.com
Dodge County Rep | Brad Lagerman 920-210-9591 cblagerman70@sbcglobal.net
Door County Director Steve Sohns 920-839-1247 | sohns2833@gmail.com
Door County Rep | David Hemp 920-536-0248 | spud62w@yahoo.com
Douglas County Director | Matt Holter 715-296-1012 | mahcol1012@yahoo.com
Douglas County Rep | Dustin Androski 218-428-3015 | superiorite@gmail.com
Dunn County Director | Steve Baier 715-495-3269 | thebaiers@wwt.net
Dunn County Rep | Kevin Knospe 715-235-9685 | kdknosp@wwt.net
Eau Claire County Director | Ron Larson 715-828-6559 | txlindy@charter.net
Eau Claire County Rep | Max Henning 715-864-6389 | maxhenning4@gmail.com
Florence County Director | Jim Le Fevre | 715-528-5392 | legsj3@borderlandnet.net
Florence County Rep | Jerry Heidtke 920-946-7019 | jrheidtke3@gmail.com
DIRECTORS AT LARGE (PAST PRESIDENTS)
Doug Johnson | 715-268-6025 djsnow@amerytel.net
Orv Langohr | 920-565-4277
Scott Makowski | 262-794-3061 cookymanbev@gmail.com
Dave Newman | 715-212-7914 | dnewman@ceas.coop
Bob Staehler | 262-626-2329
Donna White | 920-348-5719 snodirdj@gmail.com
AWSC DIRECTORS AND REPS BY COUNTY
Fond Du Lac County Director
Ray Sippel | 920-533-4279 | joraysippel@gmail.com
Fond Du Lac County Rep | Tom Hinchliffe 414-322-8483 | hinchdundee@gmail.com
Forest County Director | Calvin Schmidt 414-791-9760 | calschmidt23@gmail.com
Forest County Rep | Robert Erdman 715-484-2277 | ezdock@dwave.net
Grant County Director | Patrick Neff 608-739-3211 | neff0315@gmail.com
Grant County Rep | Theresa Braudt 608-988-6590 | theresabraudt@yahoo.com
Green County Director | Darren Roth 608-214-9760 | roth9400@gmail.com
Green County Rep | Mark Stephens 608-844-0018 | mks601@msn.com
Green Lake County Director Michelle Gates | 920-229-5180 mmgates@charter.net
Green Lake County Rep | Tim Beier 920-858-0473 | proplowing@gmail.com
Iowa County Director | Jerry Buol 608-575-4319 | fatboyten@yahoo.com
Iowa County Rep | Scott Carlson 608-425-0063 l acemechanic@mhtc.net
Iron County Director | Larry Erickson 715-561-4834 | lderickson46@gmail.com
Iron County Rep | Joe Olson 715-561-3313 | joeolson@chartermi.net
Jackson County Director | Joe Kniseley 715-896-4695 | joeteresalkniseley@gmail.com
Jackson County Rep | Kris Ward 715-225-8930 | wards2530@gmail.com
Jefferson County Director Sherman Lawson | 920-648-2531 bigsherm@charter.net
Jefferson County Rep | Ethan Degner 920-723-2259 | degner24@gmail.com
Juneau County Director | Mike Hack 715-886-5999 | mwhack@wctc.net
Kenosha County Director Arlyn Baumgarten | 262-694-8242 abaumgarten@wi.rr.com
Kenosha County Rep | Sean Moore 262-496-4984 | moore.68@outlook.com
Kewaunee County Director Jay Thompson | 920-676-2479 jaysthompson66@yahoo.com
Kewaunee County Rep | Josh Haen 920-819-2289 | jbhaen@yahoo.com
La Crosse County Director | Nancy Olson 608-780-2524(C) | olybsnow@charter.net
Lafayette County Director | Leon Wolfe 608-574-5253 | leonnwolfe81@gmail.com
Lafayette County Rep Brian Bredeson 608-482-5380 | brbredeson@gmail.com
Langlade County Director | Tim Grall 715-216-3910 | tlgrall@hotmail.com
Langlade County Rep | Steve Noskowiak 715-610-1459 | sjjmnosko87@gmail.com
Lincoln County Director | Gary Hilgendorf 715-453-2629 | revitup2@frontier.com
Marinette County Director | Jeff Schwaller 715-927-5160 | jschwaller50@gmail.com
Marinette County Rep | Patti Mullarky 715-324-6020 | vintagepats@yahoo.com
Marquette County Director Mathew Buchholz | 608-354-8708 | marqawscdirrep@gmail.com
Marquette County Rep | James Johnson 608-296-2085 | kmjohnson@marqs.net
Milwaukee County Director | Jim Marks 414-810-9526(C) | ja_marks@tds.net
Milwaukee County Rep | Darin Prihoda 414-425-8112
Monroe County Director | Jason Guthrie 608-372-7019 | arlog8891@hotmail.com
Monroe County Rep | Chelsie Engelson 608-343-0950 | misssnowflake1314@gmail.com
Oconto County Director Deb Uhlenbrauck | 920-373-8578 uhlenbrauck@centurylink.net
Oconto County Rep | Gary Wagner 920-960-6823 | garywagner577@gmail.com
Oneida County Director Steve (Fuzzy) Moran | 715-367-0676 swamph2ofuzzy@gmail.com
Oneida County Rep | Scott Swendson 414-550-8961 | scott@swendsonmotorsports.com
Outagamie County Director | Gary Timm 920-841-6177 | gbcaetmm@gmail.com
Outagamie County Rep | David Gaskill 920-309-0140 | dgaskill@new.rr.com
Ozaukee County Director | Wally Thill 262-692-9165 | wthill1@wi.rr.com
Pepin County Director | Ryan Bauer 715-495-6246 | bauer0720@gmail.com
Pepin County Rep | Tim Milliren 715-285-5702 | tjmilliren@nelson-tel.net
Pierce County Director | Eric Lebakken 612-209-6424 | eric.lebakken@gmail.com
Pierce County Rep | Roger Spindler 715-495-8836 | jrsping@bevcomm.net
Polk County Director | Dan Carlson 715-566-0177 | dkcarlson.949@gmail.com
Polk County Rep | Doug Johnson 715-268-6025 | djsnow@amerytel.net
Portage County Director | Brian Swan 715-824-2585 | mrsleddin@gmail.com
Portage County Rep John Spreda 715-347-4072 | johnspreda@tds.net
Price County Director | Jim Walcisak 715-905-0100 | jawalcis@gmail.com
Price County Rep | Deric Bilgrien 715-820-3662 | globalderic@hotmail.com
Racine County Director | Mike Pauers 262-822-7277 | mpauersrtb@yahoo.com
Racine County Rep | Jim Lone 262-332-1536 | jameslone19@yahoo.com
Sauk County Director | Tim Lins 608-546-2030 | timlins@bugnet.net
Sauk County Rep | Ted Walmer 608-576-2223 | walmer1997@gmail.com
Sawyer County Director | Cathy LaReau 715-558-8966 | cathy@sawyercountytrails.com
Sawyer County Rep | Don Mrotek 715-634-8458 | don.mrotek@gmail.com
Shawano County Director Carol Grunewald | 715-754-5144 carol_g_1979@frontiernet.net
Shawano County Rep Katie Ann Grunewald | 715-754-5144 ktang_16@yahoo.com
Sheboygan County Director | Mike Holden 920-980-2321 | holdenmach@outlook.com
Sheboygan County Rep | Larry Rietbrock 920-645-5771 | larryrietbrock@tds.net
St. Croix County Director Michael Fletcher | 715-386-9016 mfletch9016@gmail.com
St. Croix County Rep | Rob Hackworthy 715-977-2173 | hackworo@gmail.com
Taylor County Director | Bob Meyer 715-437-0581 | bobstarla@gmail.com
Taylor County Rep | Nick Meyer 715-965-3682 l westborosnodusters@gmail.com
Trempealeau County Director Norbie Ziegler | 608-865-0362 ziegler.n14@gmail.com
Trempealeau County Rep | Paula Ziegler 608-865-0645 | pjziegler24@gmail.com
Vernon County Director | Lee Johnson 608-632-1328 | lcjohnson@mwt.net
Vilas County Director | Fred Suchy 815-263-3734 | fredsuchy6r@gmail.com
Vilas County Rep | Dennis Horan 715-542-2952 | greenthing1969@gmail.com
Walworth County Director | John Stohr 262-945-0202 | john@lakeareahomes.net
Walworth County Rep | Chuck Gamache 847-217-9482 | cwgamache@gmail.com
Washburn County Director Gwen Welter 715-635-2614 | gwenga@hotmail.com
Washburn County Rep | Randy King 715-635-7054 | spoonerking@gmail.com
Washington County Director Dean Wandel | 414-322-0872 dwandel1@wi.rr.com
Washington County Rep | Jerry Zier 262-628-2282 | jerryzier50@gmail.com
Waukesha County Director | Karen Jeras | 262-617-1137 | sledbugs@hotmail.com
Lincoln County Rep | Mark Swope 715-218-4581/715-536-3711 swamper@frontier.com
Manitowoc County Director | Elroy Jaeger 920-980-4665(C) | ecjaeger127@gmail.com
Manitowoc County Rep | Brian Woelfel 920-286-2709 | kbwoelfel@tm.net
Marathon County Director Wayde Kreager | 715-573-7282(C) wayde@kreagerinsurance.com
Marathon County Rep | AJ Kreager 715-581-8610 | misssnowflake2122@gmail.com
AWSC COUNTY YOUTH REPS
Calumet | Makayla Gambsky
Columbia | Parker Grams
Columbia | Kearsten Sytsma
Dane | Tanner Clark
Dane | Morgan Elliott
Dodge | Nora Buske
Dodge | Lindsey Unger
Grant | Ahlixander Reed
Grant | Jess Braudt
Iron | Hana Joustra
Richland County Director | Kerry Severson 608-604-5911 | kseverson99@gmail.com
Richland County Rep | Eric Siemandel 608-604-1031 | mtnmaxman600@gmail.com
Rock County Director | Rodney Burzinski 608-207-0065 rodney.burzinski@abcsupply.com
Rock County Rep | Erica Voelker 608-447-1621 | erkeehn@gmail.com
Rusk County Director | Jason Frye 715-595-3047 | jaythepyro@yahoo.com
Rusk County Rep | Terry Merget 715-567-0411 | merget.terry@gmail.com
Jackson | Anessa Olson
Jackson | Jake Ward
Jefferson | Jonathon Lenz
Kenosha | Samantha Goldman
Marathon | AJ Kreager
Monroe | Sara Guthrie
Oneida | Julia Gray
Portage | Abby Bey
Price | Lance Walcisak
Shawano | Michaela Gleason
Waukesha County Rep | Andy Slaby 262-424-5917 | andy.slaby@gmail.com
Waupaca County Director | Ronald Fietzer 920-982-2760
Waupaca County Rep | David Sarna 920-470-1429 | sarnadave@gmail.com
Waushara County Director | Stuart McIntyre | 715-258-9316 stuandjoanie@yahoo.com
Waushara County Rep | David Barker 715-335-6561 | wildqwlt@uniontel.net
Winnebago County Director | Mike Giese 920-450-5865 | wabmko@gmail.com
Winnebago County Rep | Paul Kuehnl 920-915-6527 l turfworkspro@yahoo.com
Wood County Director | Mike Herzberg 715-498-3274 | irideall@yahoo.com
Wood County Rep | Margie Straka 715-305-5040 | mmjajm2@gmail.com
Taylor | Hailey Zickert
Vilas | Ross Cooper
Waukesha | Aubrey Dill
Walworth | Madison Knops
Racine | Matthew Smith
YOUTH ADVISORS
Rock | Rachyl Burzinski
Rock | Tia Fuchs
Green Lake | Madisyn Gates-Roehl
Jefferson | Ethan Degner
Oneida | Kylee Swendson
CLUB FLASHBACK
A SEMI-CENTENNIAL SNOWMOBILE CLUB MEMBER
Submitted by: Kali Handel – Richard’s Grand-daughter-in-law
Richard “Dick” Handel has been a member of the local snowmobile club for 50 years and continues to pursue and share his love of snowmobiling. He enjoyed riding with his wife Karen for many years and his son Jason became interested as well. Dick’s passion for snowmobiling is now being carried on to a fourth generation through Jason’s son Aaryn, and Aaryn’s son, Bridger.
Dick has sat on the board for the County Line Sno Busters, and most recently served as the vice president. He still attends each meeting, now alongside his Grandson and his Great Grandson. He was a part of the snowmobile club when it was the Black Earth Valley Hummers, which went on to combine with the Mazo Bluff Riders to make the County Line Sno Busters Club.
Richard’s Grandson Aaryn owns the local powersports repair shop, and Dick is always willing to run for parts when needed. Dick thrives on conversation based around powersports. He enjoys taking trips up north and leading trips on the trails he knows so well around the south-central WI area where he has lived his whole life.
Dick’s first snowmobile was a 1971 Polaris Charger 399 which he traded for a 1974 Arctic Cat Cheetah 440. He paid $1,400 dollars for the Cheetah from Dean’s Arctic Cat in Dodgeville, WI. Eventually Dick tried out a Ski-Doo sled, and has never gone back. Dick has always had a knack for fixing things and making them usable for his situation. Dick is now experiencing snowmobiling on a whole new level of technology on his 2022 Ski-Doo Renegade Enduro 900 ACE with a built-in GPS. The man knows so many trails and backroads that his family sometimes jokes around and calls him “Grandpa Maps.”
With over 50 years of snowmobiling under his belt, Dick was asked what the biggest change has been. He replied, “The grooming equipment is now the greatest it has ever been, and because of this, we have some of the best trails ever when we get snow.” He went on to say, “The AWSC is the most well organized state association and the durability and quality of modern snowmobiles is the best it’s ever been.”
Richard’s club was able to purchase a new (used) groomer this year, and an exciting opportunity for even better trails in his community. Thank you, Richard Handel, for all of your years of being active in our snowmobile club world. Richard’s family looks forward to sharing many more years of riding with him as he continues to share this passion of the sport with his great grandson, Bridger, as well.
Did You Know, Yamaha has announced plans for an eventual withdrawal of the snowmobile business?
On June 28, 2023, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announced plans for an eventual withdrawal of the snowmobile business. The 2024 model year will be the final for available production in the European market, while North America’s final production will be the 2025 model year.
Like many attempts at the time, Yamaha didn’t create the first snowmobile - There were other individuals and manufacturers before them trying to make these fun snow vehicles a reality. Yamaha started by taking what Bombardier created in 1965 and modeled it to create a snowmobile of their own. Yamaha focused on adding double tracks to improve the stability of the design and began testing for control and speed the same year. In 1966, they furthered testing and the results were less than impressive. The prototype had serious snow flotation and handling issues but fortunately, development continued.
model and was introduced with oil injection and slide-valve carburetors – features still in use today. Several new models in the early 1970s came with standard features like reverse and electric start placed within a compact, lightweight chassis. Models like the SW396, SW433 and EW643 proved their popularity as more and more consumers wanted in on the fun and function of snowmobiling.
Introduced as a test model with technology gleaned from more than a decade of motorcycle manufacturing, the root of all Yamaha snowmobiles came from a stylish white machine introduced in 1968 called the SL350.
The SL351 in 1969 was considered Yamaha’s first full production
By 1972, the GP433 was a standard production model that immediately found success on professional race circuits as well as with backyard competitors which fueled Yamaha to build an intentional race snowmobile in 1974 — the GPX433. The success of the GPX solidified Yamaha’s standing as the best snowmobile manufacturer on the market.
The coming decades would see many innovations and exciting advancements from Yamaha — the Bravo, Vmax, SnoScoot, Phazer, Exciter, Mountain Max, SRX and more propelled Yamaha as sales leaders in the market.
From humble beginnings in Japan to their current 2024 SideWinder 4-stroke turbo powerhouse, Yamaha has been a major force in the snowmobiling market for nearly 60 years.
EVENTS
OCTOBER
7: Casco, WI. Door Drifters Snowmobile Tri-County Grass Drags, Air Rio Creek, E4523 County Highway K, Registration 9am, Racing 10am, Food & Beverages available, Gary: 262-893-6953 / gary. drexler@eqmc2.com
7: Harshaw, WI. Harshaw Wanderers SC Meat Madness and More! Birch Lake Bar & Resort, 5320 Lakewood Road, 3-5pm, Many raffles include meat, beer, booze, apparel, cash, gift certificates and more, Scott: 715-409-6719, harshawwanderers45@gmail.com
14: St. Germain, WI. Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club Trail Brushing at the Groomer Barn located in Community Park, 9am, bring gloves, clippers, shears, saws etc, FB: Bo-Boen
14: Conover, WI. Conover Sno-Buddies Trail Brushing, SnoBuddies Groomer Barn, 4685 Park Cr, 9am-1pm, members meet to help prepare for smooth, wide trails. Bring your chain saw, trimmers ATV/UTV, truck or a strong back, Randy: 847-980-0349 / conoversnobuddies@gmail.com
14: Hayward, WI. Northwest Relic Riders Vintage Snowmobile Club 15th Annual Vintage & Antique Snowmobile Show and Swap Meet, Flat Creek Lodge, 10290 WI-27, 8am-2pm, bring your vintage sled(s) and join the fun! Registration 8am, Judging Noon, Trophies 1:30pm, enjoy a day of fun with music, trivia, club clothing sales, raffles, Craig: 715-634-8377 / www.relicriders.com / FB: relicridersclubs
16: Conover, WI. Conover Sno-Buddies Season Kick-Off Party & Meeting, 4-7pm, Conover Recreation Center, 4697 Park Circle Dr, Food and beverages available, board members will be on hand to answer any questions. Get your clothing, raffle tickets and membership forms for the season. Bonfire and s’mores and cornhole tournament too, Randy: 847-980-0349 / conoversnobuddies@gmail.com
NOVEMBER
4: Amberg, WI. Ranger City Riders Snowmobile ATV/UTV Club Annual Sportsman’s Raffle at Clubhouse, W7973 Amberg St, 3-10pm, Doors 3pm, Big raffle 7pm, food, meat and bucket raffles, music, beverages, bucket raffles, Jason: 920-655-9958 / rangercityriders@gmail.com
4: Harshaw, WI. Harshaw Wanderers SC Meat Madness and More! Maday’s Fishtrap Bar & Resort, 9408 CTH-N, 3-5pm, raffles include meat, beer, booze, apparel, cash, gift certificates and more, Scott: 715-409-6719 / harshawwanderers45@gmail.com
9: Mercer, WI. Mercer Area Sno-Goers 3rd Annual Christmas Party, Club Groomer Barn (Trail 17), 2625 W Margaret St, 5pm-Midnight, Potluck dinner with Christmas themed games, Santa presents for children, Tanner: 715-476-2888 / publicrelations@mercersnogoers. com / FB: Mercer Area Sno Goers
22: Conover, WI. Conover Sno-Buddies 5th Annual Poker Run. Conover and surrounding area businesses. 12/22/23 thru 3/2/24 Sno-Buddies start the 5th Annual Poker Run. Get your game card at local area businesses, Draw party 3/2/24 at Twin Lake Pub, Randy: 847-980-0349 / conoversnobuddies@gmail.com
JANUARY
2: Mercer, WI. Mercer Area Sno-Goers Club Ride, ride leaves from the Groomer Barn (Trail 17), 2625 W Margaret St, Ride 9:30am, Tanner: 715-476-2888 / publicrelations@mercersnogoers.com / FB: Mercer Area Sno Goers
13: Conover, WI. Conover Sno-Buddies & Phelps Snowmobile Club Trailside Roast. Intersection of Trails 8 & 6 near Blong Road, Vilas County Intersection #500, vintage snowmobile enthusiasts are invited to participate in group rides from each club’s groomer barn and arrive to the trailside roast featuring hotdogs, brats, s’mores, hot cocoa and more, Randy: 847-980-0349 / conoversnobuddies@ gmail.com
13: Mercer, WI. Mercer Area Sno-Goers Winterblast, Club Groomer Barn (Trail 17), 2625 W Margaret St, 8am-11pm, raffles, feed, music and more, Tanner: 715-476-2888 / publicrelations@ mercersnogoers.com / FB: Mercer Area Sno Goers
19-21: Lakewood, WI. 37th annual Waubee Snowflakes Women on Snow at Waubee Lodge in Lakewood, registration includes lodging, meals, guided trail rides and entertainment, accepting 36 riders, Info: warjacksrule@gmail.com
21: Batavia, WI. Beechwood Night Fliers Annual Brat & Burger Fry, Town of Scott Community Center, 1360 Hwy 28, 10am-5pm, brats, burgers, potato salad, bean and homemade treats, basket, walk around, sportsman and annual raffles, kids games, Jenny: 920-9482071 / FB: Beechwood Night Fliers
23: Mercer, WI. Mercer Area Sno-Goers Club Ride, Ride leaves 9:30am Groomer Barn (Trail 17), 2625 W Margaret St, Tanner: 715476-2888 / publicrelations@mercersnogoers.com / FB: Mercer Area Sno Goers
25-28: Eagle River, WI. Women on Snow, Eagle Waters Resort, 3958 Eagle Waters Rd, Weekend package includes condominium lodging, guided trail riding, fuel, lunch and dinners, registration October 1 thru December 15, 2023, Jacki: 815-351-8707 / womenonsnowwi1@gmail.com / womenonsnow.org
27: Mercer, WI. Mercer Area Sno-Goers Club Breakfast, Around the Corner Pub, 2633 Railroad St, Breakfast 8am until gone, Tanner: 715-476-2888 / publicrelations@mercersnogoers.com / FB: Mercer Area Sno Goers
27: Union Grove, WI. Racine County Alliance of Snowmobile Clubs – Racine County’s Winterfest, Great Lakes Dragway, 18411 1st St, Gates 10am, Darren: 414-238-3069 / FB: Racine County Alliance of Snowmobiles
FEBRUARY
3: Stetsonville, WI. Tired Iron Vintage Riders Snowmobile Show & Ride, Centennial Community Center, 8:30-11am, Registration $5.00 per sled, $20 for 4 or more. Trail ride 1pm, Awards 3pm, Food and refreshment all day, raffles, vintage clothing and more, Leon: 715427-5441 or Jesse: 608-516-3669
SOUND SMELL TASTE
BEAT THY NEIGHBOR
ANTIGO YAMAHA 919 S SUPERIOR ST ANTIGO, WI ANTIGOYAMAHA.COM
DONAHUE SUPER SPORTS 6821 HIGHWAY 54 EAST WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI DONAHUESUPERSPORTS.COM
ECKLUND MOTORSPORTS & MARINE 325 N MALL DR APPLETON, WI FOXVALLEYPOWERSPORTS.COM
FUEL POWERSPORTS 4196 N WOODCREST RIDGE DR WEST BEND, WI FUELPOWERSPORTS.COM
GRIP & RIP MOTORSPORTS N9804 US HIGHWAY 45 CLINTONVILLE, WI GRIPRIP45.COM
HAMMERTIME SPORTS 2252 ANDERSON DR BELVIDERE, IL HAMMERTIMESPORTS.COM
HANKSTER’S MOTORSPORTS 6319 S US HIGHWAY 51 JANESVILLE, WI HANKSTERSMOTORSPORTS.COM
HAUCK POWER SPORTS 2072 19TH ST RICE LAKE, WI HAUCKPOWERSPORT.COM
HOLZHAUER’S PRO MOTOR SPORTS 17933 HOLZHAUER AUTOMALL DR NASHVILLE, IL HOLZHAUERPROMOTORSPORTS.COM
JC POWERSPORTS 404 N US HIGHWAY 141 CRIVITZ, WI JCPOWERSPORTSONLINE.COM
JOHNSON SALES N1255 US HIGHWAY 51 ARLINGTON, WI JOHNSONSALESINC.COM
LANG EQUIPMENT 541 S 8TH ST MEDFORD, WI LANGEQUIPMENTLLC.COM
MAY’S SPORT CENTER 75 W MAPLE ST STURGEON BAY, WI MAYSSPORTCENTER.COM
MILWAUKEE POWERSPORTS 7221 S 13TH ST OAK CREEK, WI MILWAUKEEPS.COM
MUKWONAGO YAMAHA 970 GREENWALD CT MUKWONAGO, WI MUKWONAGOYAMAHA.COM
NIELSEN ENTERPRISES 130 S MILWAUKEE AVE LAKE VILLA, IL NIELSENS.COM
NORTH COUNTRY YAMAHA N10932 COUNTY ROAD A TOMAHAWK, WI ANTIGOYAMAHA.COM
POWER PAC 3802 S CENTRAL AVE MARSHFIELD, WI POWERPACEQUIPMENT.COM
POWERSPORTS 1 3000 SPIRIT CT APPLETON, WI POWERSPORTS1.COM
POWERSPORTS OF ABRAMS 2667 E FRONTAGE RD ABRAMS, WI POWERSPORTSABRAMS.COM
RECREATION PLUS 614 RINK AVE # 879 TWIN LAKES, WI
RICHS YAMAHA 14354 ARCHER AVE LOCKPORT, IL RICHSYAMAHA.COM
ROCK RIVER POWERSPORTS 400 N WATERTOWN ST JOHNSON CREEK, WI ROCKRIVERPOWERSPORTS.COM
RYDEN MARINE 9724 STATE HIGHWAY 70 MINOCQUA, WI RYDENMARINE.COM
SHOREWOOD HOME & AUTO 3445 EAGLE NEST DRIVE CRETE, IL
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ST. CROIX POWER SPORTS 1075 N 4TH ST NEW RICHMOND, WI STCROIXPOWERSPORTS.COM
T.A. MOTORSPORTS 525 AMERICAN DR FRANCIS CREEK, WI TAMOTORSPORTS.COM
TEAM MOTORSPORTS 1890 MID VALLEY DR DE PERE, WI TEAM-MOTORSPORTS.COM
TEAM WINNEBAGOLAND 5827 GREEN VALLEY RD OSHKOSH, WI TEAMWINNEBAGOLAND.COM
VETESNIK POWERSPORTS SUPER STORE 27475 US HWY 14 RICHLAND CENTER, WI VETESNIK.COM
WILD RIVER SPORT AND MARINE N7023 US HIGHWAY 53 TREGO, WI WILDRIVERSPORT.COM
YAMAHA OF PORT WASHINGTON 540 W GRAND AVE PORT WASHINGTON, WI PORTYAMAHA.COM
