Clubs across Wisconsin are busy prepping trails for the snowmobile season. If you can, lend a hand to your local club. The countdown to winter is on! Inside this issue you’ll find updates, events, and more. Thanks for being involved—have a safe and fun season!
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PRESIDENT’S COMMUNIQUE AWSC President, Lori Heideman, talks about inviting, engaging, and valuing both new and younger members, clubs can grow stronger, more fun, and better prepared for the future.
AWSC NEWS - 2025 SNOWMOBILE FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES Take a look at the eleven Snowmobile Friendly awards that were announced and presented at the AWSC Spring Convention in March.
READERS RIDE Elias Ishoel, a Ski-Doo snocross racer, has stepped away from the sport. Known for his success, he earned five ISOC Pro class titles in a row and last season claimed the FIM Snocross World Championship in Europe.
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Upcoming AWSC Events
2025 AWSC Fall Workshop, October 24-26, Holiday Inn & Convention Center, Stevens Point, WI
Information was sent to club officers in August – can be found on the AWSC website (awsc. org) or call the office at 608-846-5530.
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EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK
THE ROAD TO SNOW SEASON
September kicked off with a trip to North Branch, MN, for the legendary Hay Days event, and once again, it didn’t disappoint! What makes Hay Days so special is the atmosphere: riders and motorsport fans from across the U.S. and Canada come together, celebrating the sports we love. I enjoyed catching up with attendees and learning about new products and upcoming events. Be sure to check out the “Hay Days 2025” and “Race Scene” features in this issue for even more highlights from this year’s event.
By: Rachyl Burzinski
With the snow season quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to connect with your landowners. Even a quick “thank you” goes a long way. Keeping them updated on any trail changes, no matter how small, is important as well. Without the generosity of landowners, our trail system wouldn’t exist. Landowners allow trail access on their property with the understanding that snowmobilers will ride responsibly and safely, and fellow riders appreciate it too. Together, let’s continue to show the respect that keeps our trails open. Ride right and stay between the orange blazers!
It’s also the perfect time to get additional youth and young adults more involved in club activities. Clubs statewide are busy prepping trails and renewing memberships, and new members bring fresh energy and ideas. Don’t be afraid to ask them to step in and help; they may surprise you with what ideas and talents they bring to the table. Programs like KAOS (Kids and Adults on Sleds, ages 14–21) and Next Gen Riders (ages 21–35) are always looking for members. Encouraging young riders to join and become actively involved is one of the best ways to keep the future of our sport strong.
Club leaders should also remember the power of making meetings and events collaborative and fun. A friendly welcome, a personal invitation to join a committee or crew, or just taking time to get to know new members can make a huge difference. Often, simply inviting someone to lend a hand is enough to get them excited and eager to return. Snowmobiling thrives on connection, and when we make space for everyone, from seasoned veterans to brand-new members, we all benefit.
Lastly, if you have any club news, nostalgic club flashbacks, vintage sled stories, fun photos, or a trail tale worth sharing, I’d love to feature it! Send them my way at rachyl@mspninc.com. Your stories are the heart of this magazine, and they’re a great way to share the pride and passion of your club with the entire snowmobiling community.
I hope to see many of you at the AWSC Fall Workshop in Stevens Point. Have a great October!
BUILDING THE FUTURE OF SNOWMOBILING
Every year, we talk about getting new members to join a club. Sometimes, the comments we receive are that clubs are not as welcoming as they should be. Why would we join a club if we could just buy a trail pass? It’s a whole lot easier, and we do not have to do any work. I have also heard that they have joined a club, didn’t feel welcome or were ignored, or that the club seemed clicky. As clubs, we seem to complain that we need new, younger members, yet we are still unwilling to let others join or take over our duties.
We need to be more willing to let others in and take on some of the responsibilities. The clubs that make meetings and events fun seem to prosper and have more members, and the clubs that are unwilling to let others help seem to be missing out on getting new members. We cannot complain if we are unwilling to let go of old ways, invite new people in, and listen to and accept their ideas.
For the past several years, we have heard that the younger generation doesn’t want to get involved or work. But are we sure in this sport that is really what is happening? When was the last time you invited a young person to a meeting and asked for their opinion or listened to their ideas? Or gave that young person the ability to become a member of the executive board or a groomer operator and let them become involved. Chances are, you will not
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regret it, and they may bring their friends. We need each other; you may find they have more to give than you can even imagine. Some are knowledgeable in social media, marketing, and IT. Get to know them and engage them in your club.
This is not always the younger generation. It may just be a new member who has a talent that you need. Most people can contribute in some way. As clubs, we need to find out how and let them help.
How do we make meetings fun and welcome new members? Acknowledging their presence at a meeting is a good start. Talking to them and asking questions about their family, getting to know them. Or asking them to be on a committee or help with an event. That is how I became involved; I was asked to participate. I had so much fun, I came back for more. Sometimes it merely takes being nice, polite, and acknowledging that they are new members.
I get it, not all new members may want to help, but sometimes asking goes a long way to get that new person involved. With the new snowmobile season upon us, why don’t we make it our mission to ask just one person to join our club? Or to ask that member who doesn’t seem to ever get involved to help with an event. Or get some of our younger members to step into some new roles. Let’s try to make this the year of recruiting and engaging not only our new members but all members.
See you on the trails!
VP NOTES
By: Randy Murdock
AWSC WORKSHOP IS HERE
They say the official start to winter is Hay Days, but for me, it’s always been the AWSC Fall Workshop. This year, October 2426, snowmobilers from across the state (and some outside the state) will convene at the Holiday Inn in Stevens Point.
If you’re passionate about snowmobiling, attending the AWSC workshop in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, is an opportunity you shouldn’t miss. More than just a gathering, this workshop is designed to keep you informed on the latest in trail funding, DNR regulations, legal, and access issues. It’s a place where people who share the same enthusiasm for the sport come together, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.
The workshop sessions offer guidance from highly experienced snowmobilers, providing valuable tips and insights you won’t find elsewhere. You’ll be able to ask questions directly to representatives from the DNR, Snowmobile Rec Council, and other workshop presenters.
Stevens Point itself offers a welcoming atmosphere and a sense of community that makes the event even more special. The workshop is a great place to meet new riding partners and reconnect with old friends, while enjoying local hospitality. It’s also a forum where snowmobilers can discuss concerns, suggest improvements, and help shape the future of the sport.
Whether you’re new to snowmobiling or you’ve been riding for years, you’ll leave the AWSC workshop with new knowledge, strengthened connections, and renewed excitement for the upcoming season. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a supportive community that values tradition, education, and the future of snowmobiling. Consider attending the AWSC workshop in Stevens Point—your experience on the trails will be better for it.
Of course, I can’t write this article without mentioning the Miss Snowflake Pageant. These young ladies pour their hearts and souls into this competition, all for a chance to represent the AWSC and its clubs at functions across the state and the nation. Did you know Wisconsin is the last state to have such a reign? This year, we will crown the 57th Miss Snowflake.
Speaking of Miss Snowflake, we cannot thank Jamey and her family enough. They have been great ambassadors of our sport and the AWSC!
OFFICE INSIGHTS
By: Stormy Hovey
OFFICE UPDATES: MEMBERSHIPS, WORKSHOP & MORE
The change of seasons is in the air! We can see it in the color of the leaves, pumpkins, and apple stands that are popping up along the country roads. I will be celebrating my 7-year anniversary with AWSC in October. Our office staff is growing to meet the trail pass and membership work. We are in the process of staffing up! We have gone back to full-time Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm. It is hard to say because the memberships have been spreading out through the summer as more and more clubs are renewing members early. We all look forward to the year to come! We believe that we will have a wonderful season filled with record snowfalls!
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MEMBERSHIP REMINDERS:
The office has been busy working with club memberships and selling trail passes. I would like to remind the membership chairs that your club will not receive emails unless you have returned your club information form. Just checking, sending an email will not work. 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.
2025 FALL AWSC WORKSHOP REMINDERS:
We are busy working on the 2025 Fall Workshop. Information is as follows: Registration: Online registration is available on the AWSC website at www.awsc.org/ Workshop/Convention. Or by printing the form on the website and using the mail. Registration is $50 with the Banquet $50. Early Bird registration closed on October 2, with both registration and banquet going up to $60 each. There will be a small number of banquet tickets after October 2. The hotel block also closed September 24, 2025. An Agenda has been posted to the website and will continually be updated as more information becomes available.
interested, please call the office ASAP to get signed up.
As always, stay safe, stay healthy, and think SNOW!!!
ADDITONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMINDERS:
Miss Snowflake: Application can be found on the AWSC website / Application Deadline is Thursday, October 2, 2025, to the AWSC office.
Scholarship Applications: Will be posted on the website by November 1. They will be due back to AWSC on Friday, January 2, 2026.
Silent Auction: Remember to bring a silent auction item to the workshop from your club, county, or association. All silent auction proceeds will benefit the Scholarship Awards. If you have time to help in the Silent Auction, please contact the office.
KAOS Annual Community Service Project: This year, they will be holding an Animal Shelter Donation Drive for shelter supplies. 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: They will be available on the website in November. Deadline in January.
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 2025 Raffle Drawing will be at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 25, during the General Session.
Hospitality Rooms: We will still have two hospitality rooms available. They were released back to the hotel on September 24, as well. If your club is
AWSC Calendars: We started distributing calendars at Hay Days and Wide Open Wisconsin. We will be distributing our calendars at the workshop. Please come prepared to pick some up to distribute or to purchase.
QUEEN’S CORNER
MY FINAL MONTH AS MISS SNOWFLAKE
And just like that, it’s October. Down to the final month of reign with so many of the best memories to show for it! My month has been bittersweet as I’ve had the opportunity to see so many familiar faces this past month. After Hay Days in September, I’m not sure where the time went.
My September consisted of another Watercross challenge with a more “redneck style” at the Jefferson County Snowmobile Alliance’s annual JCSA Crawfish Challenge. Racers skipped or sank while on the Crawfish River in Watertown, Wisconsin. It was truly the place to be for their community that day!
October has kicked off with the second annual Adams County Power Show, where vendors and vintage come together to allow a community experience for everyone. I was happy to catch up with a few of my Snowflake supporters while I was there, who had met me at the beginning of my reign. It was so fun for them to see how far this journey has taken me. I spent the last two weekends home with my club, the Chetek Snow Flyers and ATV Cruzers, during their Landowner Appreciation dinner and raffle. Always a great way to bring recognition and great thanks to the landowners who graciously donate time on their land for the sake of snowmobile trails. Barron County hosted their annual UTV Giveaway, where I chose the winner of a new UTV and many other wonderful club-sponsored prizes. So amazing what clubs can accomplish when they work together.
By: Jamey Crotteau
My final trip to a club event took place in Appleton, Wisconsin, with the Apple Creek Snow Ryders during their annual Sportsman Raffle. Let’s just say it was a cake topper, as the people there were so fun!
Last stop with my crown is at the AWSC Fall Workshop held in Stevens Point this year. It’ll be a walk down memory lane seeing everyone who’s been so gracious to make memories with me during my year as the AWSC Miss Snowflake. Can’t wait to celebrate how far I’ve come with the people I’ve met along the way.
Don’t forget to keep an eye out for the announcement of the next AWSC Miss Snowflake!!! In the meantime, I will forever be available at misssnowflake2425@gmail.com. And remember… Always pray for snow!
ANNUAL KAOS CAMPING WEEKEND
By: Bryce Allen, Brown County Youth Advisor & KAOS Secretary
This summer, several KAOS youth had the opportunity to attend the annual KAOS camping trip at Fawn Lake Campground in Shawano. This year, the group decided to coordinate the trip with the AWSC Summer Directors Meeting Weekend. Doing so made scheduling easier and allowed more youth to take part in the summer director’s meeting.
The weekend kicked off Friday night around the campfire with s’mores. Everyone enjoyed catching up and sharing their snowmobiling plans for the upcoming winter season.
Saturday morning began with a joint executive board meeting between KAOS and the AWSC. Afterward, the youth had some free time to relax and explore the campground. In the afternoon, the group spent several hours tubing down the Wolf River with Great Wolf Tubing—perfect weather made the experience even better. Dinner featured tacos, and the night wrapped up at Shawano Speedway for some dirt track racing, a first-time experience for many.
On Sunday, KAOS attended the AWSC Director’s Meeting and gave a report on upcoming events and future plans. After farewells, it was time to head home.
Overall, it was a fantastic camping trip! A big thank-you goes out to Shawano County for helping with meals and activities, and to the AWSC for their continued support of KAOS.
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SNOWMOBILE RECREATION COUNCIL AUGUST MEETING
By: Dave Newman
The Governor’s Snowmobile Recreation Council (SRC) held its annual funding meeting on August 25 & 26. Committee meetings were held on Monday afternoon, with the full Council meeting on Tuesday. The SRC is a Governor-appointed fifteen-person board that makes recommendations to the DNR, the Legislature, and the Governor on all matters regarding snowmobiling, including how the state snowmobile program funds are spent. Revenue for the program comes from snowmobile registrations, trail passes (non-resident, club member, and non-club member), and some gas tax.
The Council was again presented with some difficult decisions due to the poor snow this past winter, which resulted in less revenue. The program financials did show that trail pass revenues were up slightly over the previous year, and five counties qualified for supplemental payments. This left just over $9.1 million in available funds.
After covering the $6 million needed for the $300 per mile for maintenance on 20,244 miles of funded trails, the Council began by recommending paying the $215,000 needed for the SNARS program and the groomer trackers. An additional $250,000 was set aside for the final payment of the snowmobile portion of the Sauk County, Wisconsin River bridge project that the Council committed to. That left over $2.5 million available for new project requests.
After reviewing the cost increases for previously approved projects along with bridge rehab and mandatory trail relocation requests totaling over $4.2 million, the Council used the $2.5 million to approve three cost increases, 21 of the bridge rehabs, and nine of the mandatory trail relocations requested. Almost $1 million of additional funding for some of these projects came from the RTP and the ATV/UTV program for multi-use trails. This still left almost $2 million in project requests in these categories unfunded. Additional requests of over $2 million for discretionary trail relocations, new bridges, and new trails were also not considered due to a lack of funds.
The Council did approve some changes to the equipment rates for 2025-26. This changed the rates on some equipment and consolidated some classes to better reflect rates put out by the DOT. Look for the new list on SNARS to make sure you are using the correct class for the equipment you are using.
The election of officers was held with Bob Lang re-elected as Chair and Sue Smedegard re-elected as Vice Chair.
To view the documents from the meeting, go to the SRC website: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/aid/documents/councils/SRCAgendas/ SRCAgendas.html
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AWSC SCHOLARSHIPS
2025 AWSC SCHOLARHIP WINNERS
The AWSC would like to send a huge thank you to all the businesses, clubs, groups, and individuals who donated to create the 17 scholarships awarded at the 2024 Spring AWSC Convention. Congratulations to the following students!
$2,500 Ken’s Sports American Hero Scholarship - Abbigail Heim
Abby is a member of the Kewaunee Moonriders, located in Kewaunee County. After graduating from Luxemburg-Casco High School in 2020, Abby has been attending Marian University, pursuing a degree in Nursing, and will graduate in May of 2025. Sergeant Abby Heim also serves in the Wisconsin Army National Guard as a Motor Transport Operator (2020-Present). Abby is the daughter of Rod and Heidi Heim.
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$2,000 AWSC Scholarship - Reid Byrdy
Reid is a member of the Hillsboro Trailblazers Snowmobile Club, Vernon County, and graduated from Wonewoc Center High School in May of 2025. Reid plans to attend the University of WisconsinMadison in the fall for Mechanical Engineering. Reid is the son of Jeff Byrdy.
$2,000 Comparion Insurance Scholarship - Sara Guthrie
Sara is a member of the Norwalk Trail Riders, Monroe County, and graduated from Tomah High School in May of 2025. Sara plans to attend Western Technical College in the fall for Agri-Business Science Technology. Sara is the daughter of Jason and Mary Guthrie.
$1,500 Eric Shaffer Memorial Scholarship - Alli Flieg
Alli is a member of the Columbus-Fall River SnoBlazers, Columbia County, and graduated from Columbus Senior High School in June of 2025. Alli plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the fall. Alli is the daughter of Brian Gilbertson and Tiffany Flieg.
$1,500 Eric Shaffer Memorial Scholarship - Aubrey Dill
Aubrey is a member of the Kettle Moraine Riders, Waukesha County, and graduated from Burlington High School in May of 2025. Aubrey plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in the fall for Business Administration. Aubrey is the daughter of David and Jaime Dill.
$1,500 Eric Shaffer Memorial Scholarship - Jessa Braudt
Jessa is a member of the IG Snocats, Grant County, and graduated from Fennimore Community Middle/High School in April of 2025. Jessa plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison for Nursing. Jessa is the daughter of Jamie and Theresa Braudt.
$1,000 AWSC Scholarship/Scholarship Fund - Kenadi Urban
Kenadi is a member of the Neillsville-Granton Trailbusters, Clark County, and graduated from Neillsville High School in May of 2025. Kenadi plans to attend a four-year college. Kenadi is the daughter of Clinton Urban.
$1,000 DuWayne Kreager Insurance Center Scholarship - Summer Rake
Summer is a member of the Yellow Thunder Snowmobile Club, Columbia County, and graduated from Lodi High School in June 2025. Summer plans to attend the University of Wisconsin –Madison in the fall for Biology or Animal and Veterinary Biosciences. Summer is the daughter of Timothy and Jenny Rake.
$1,000 J F Brennan Scholarship - Sawyer Jason Ollanketo
Sawyer is a member of Wolffs Pack Snowmobile Club, Winnebago County, and graduated from Neenah High School in May 2025. Sawyer plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Platteville in the fall for Mechanical Engineering. Sawyer is the son of Jason and Jennifer Ollanketo.
Campbell is a member of Jefferson Sno-Hawks, Jefferson County, and graduated from Jefferson High School in June 2025. Campbell plans to attend Florida Gulf Coast University for Accounting. Campbell is the daughter of Vincent and Jessica Krause.
$1000 KAOS Scholarship - Brodie Erickson
Brodie is a member of White Thunder Riders, Iron County, and graduated from Hurley High School in May of 2025. Brodie plans to attend Gogebic Community College for a Commercial Driver’s License and General Business. Brodie is the son of Scott and Farah Erickson.
Evan is a member of Pine Creek Riders Snowmobile Club, Taylor County, and graduated from Medford Area Senior High School in May of 2025. Evan plans to attend the University of WisconsinStout in Mechanical and Plastics Engineering. Evan is the son of John and Kim Fechhelm.
Grayson is a member of Greenbush Kettle Moraine Trailblazers SC, Sheboygan County, and graduated from Plymouth Comprehensive High School in June of 2025. Grayson plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Platteville for Electrical Engineering. Grayson is the son of Larry and Katie Schamberger.
Macy is a member of Ackerville Snowmobile Club, Washington County, and graduated from Slinger High School in June 2025. Macy plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in Nursing. Macy is the daughter of Joseph and Jennifer Mechenich.
$300 Ken’s Sports Academic Excellence Scholarship - Benjamin Adams
Benjamin is a member of Oconto Fall Sno Jokers, Oconto County, and graduated from Oconto Falls High School in May 2025. Benjamin plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in the fall in Physical Education. Benjamin is the son of Donald Adams.
$300 Track Side Scholarship - Julia Gray
Julia is a member of Hodag Sno-Trails, Oneida County, and graduated from Rhinelander High School in June 2025. Julia plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the fall in Biology. Julia is the daughter of Anthony Gray and Jamie Wells.
$300 Manawa Snodeo Scholarship - Karla Fischer
Karla is a member of Lena Snow Drifters, Oconto County, and graduated from Lena High School in May 2025. Karla plans to attend Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College in the fall in Business. Karla is the daughter of Ken and Kim Fischer.
AWSC FALL WORKSHOP
October 24-26, 2025
Holiday Inn Complex/Convention Center, Stevens Point, WII
Friday – October 24, 2025
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
AWSC Registration
Miss Snowflake Check In
Vendors/AWSC Partners/Trail Maps
Scholarship Silent Auction Drop-Off
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm Hospitality Room – Portage County
Registration nametags are required for access to the hospitality room.
8:00 pm – Midnight Costume Dance with
8:00 pm
9:00 pm
Youth Costume Contest – KAOS – Next Gen
Adult Costume Contest – band by applause
Registration nametags are required for access
10:00 pm—Midnight Hospitality Room - Portage County
Saturday – October 25, 2025
8:00 am – Noon AWSC Registration
8:00 am – 4:00 pm Vendors/AWSC Partners/Trail Maps
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
9:00 am
KAOS Room
9:00 am – 11:30 am
Scholarship Silent Auction Drop Off/Open for Bidding
Miss Snowflake Contestants Gather
Miss Snowflake Judging
General Session Meeting
Call To Order
Guest Speakers
10:30 am
Jillian Steffes, DNR Off-Road Motorized Recreational Grant Program Manager
Lt. Jacob Holsclaw, Conservation Warden / Off-Highway Vehicle Administrator
Drew Nussbaum, Regional Tourism Specialist, Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Officer Reports
Lori Heideman, President
Randy Murdock, Vice President
Steve Clark, Treasurer
Sue Smedegard, Secretary
Mike Holden, Executive Director
Sam Landes, Legislative Update
Recognition Of The Year Awards 2025
Presentation of Plaques for Past/Retiring Directors & Reps 2025
2025 AWSC Annual Raffle Drawing during General Session
AWSC Fall Workshop Agenda
11:30 am Adjourn
11:30 am—1:00 pm Lunch Break – on your own
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Pre-KAOS Workshop (Ages 5-11)
1:00 pm – 2:15 pm WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 1
Snowmobile Safety Instructor
Recertification-may run into session 2
Commercial Sponsor Workshop
KAOS
New Director/Rep Refresher-Is Your Director Working for You?
Office-Club Membership
2:15 pm – 2:30 pm Break
2:30 pm – 3:45 pm WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 2
Snowmobile Friendly Refresher
Commercial Sponsor Workshop
KAOS
New Director/Rep Refresher-Is your Director Working for You?
Auction will remain open until 9:00pm or 30 minutes after the completion of the banquet.
3:45 pm— Midnight HOSPITALITY ROOMS CAN OPEN AFTER WORKSHOP SESSIONS
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Social Hour
Floor (Cash bar, free soda/beer-banquet attendees only)
From snow-packed landscapes to rugged trails, the 2026 Can-Am and
lineups are purpose-built for adventure. Can’t wait to blaze your own path? Then don’t miss our Can-Am & Ski-Doo Open House Event.
Visit us at (dealer) in (city) from (date) to (date) to meet our experts and get up close with the latest models.
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6:00 pm
Banquet – (Business Casual Attire)
Presentation of Plaques for the Of The Year Awards Winners Recognition
Past/Retiring Directors 2025
Jamey Crotteau 2024-2025
Miss Snowflake Farewell Address
“Miss Sparkle” Award
Crowning of “Miss Snowflake 2025-2026”
Sunday—October 26, 2025
8:30 am—until ? AWSC Directors Meeting
Safe Travels Home!
AWSC NEWS
2025 SNOWMOBILE FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES
The Snowmobile Friendly Community (SFC) Program was established by the AWSC to recognize and celebrate the volunteers who are the soul and backbone of organized snowmobiling and our statewide snowmobile trail system. The SFC Award is also an advocacy tool to further the mission of the AWSC: to promote safe and responsible snowmobiling. Snowmobile Friendly Communities build and maintain partnerships between many stakeholders.
Eight Snowmobile Friendly awards were announced and presented at the Spring Convention. You can learn more about applying for the Snowmobile Friendly Community program at the Fall Workshop in Stevens Point, or on the AWSC website: awsc. org/About-Us/Snowmobile-Friendly-Community
Wascott, WI Snowmobile Friendly Town
Submitted by: 4 Seasons Recreational Club
Waunakee, WI Snowmobile Friendly Town
Baldwin/Woodville, WI Snowmobile Friendly Towns
Submitted by: Baldwin-Woodville SnoHawks
Iron River, WI Snowmobile Friendly Town
Submitted by: Northern Adventures Snowmobile Club
Lac du Flambeau, WI Snowmobile Friendly Town
Submitted by: Northern Hornshoe Trails Snowmobile Club Mountain, WI, Snowmobile Friendly Town
Submitted by: Chute Pond Snowmobile Club
Submitted by: Waunakee Winter Wanderers Snowmobile Club
Portage County, WI Snowmobile Friendly County
Submitted by: Alliance of Portage County Snowmobile/ATV Clubs
Vilas County, WI Snowmobile Friendly County
Submitted by: Vilas County Snowmobile Alliance
ACSA NEWS
ACSA – REPRESENTING THE SNOWMOBILERS NATIONWIDE!
By: Dave Newman
The American Council of Snowmobile Associations (ACSA) was established 30+ years ago to represent and be a voice for snowmobiling at the national level. ACSA serves as a national watchdog organization that monitors and acts on snowmobile issues across the snowbelt.
State snowmobile associations, such as the AWSC, are members and hold seats on the ACSA Board, and participate in the Trails Riding Region and Mountain Riding Region.
The Trails Riding Region focuses on issues that impact snowmobiling in those states that primarily have established trail systems for snowmobilers. They will be holding their annual Meet/ Ride in Watersmeet, Michigan, January 28 – February 1, and all club members are welcome to attend. The Mountain Riding Region will be holding its annual Meet/Ride in West Yellowstone, Montana, on February 18 – 23.
ACSA organizes the Washington, DC Snowmobile Fly-In each year. This allows snowmobilers from across the U.S. to visit their congressmen and senators, along with their staff, in Washington to discuss issues back in the districts they represent. “Snowmobilers Tell the Truth” to the legislators and agency decision makers about issues such as access to federal lands, CRP, trail bridges, RTP, and PFAs – all snowmobile-related issues!
ACSA has a weekly electronic newsletter that shares information with snowmobilers about hot topics, legislative initiatives, and other snowmobile-related information.
ACSA provides a common, collective voice in defending public land access, Federal Regulations, local challenges, snowmobile safety issues, and promoting snowmobiling as a family sport.
ACSA is committed to the future preservation of our sport and relies on snowmobilers at the grassroots level. Working togetherwe all accomplish more! Families ($15) and clubs ($25) can become members of ACSA to help support what we do.
Please consider becoming a member or joining us at the Trails Meeting this winter, and check out our websites, snowmobilers.org and snowmobileinfo.org, as well as our Facebook page.
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
HAY DAYS2025
The Sno-Barons would like to send a huge thank you to all the sponsors, vendors, dealers, swappers, volunteers and everyone who attended Hay Days 2025! For 58 years, you’ve shown up rain or shine, traveled from near and far, and carried on a tradition that means so much to the Sno-Barons, our volunteers, and our whole community. Every handshake, every smile, every high five reminds us why this event is so special. Thank you for being part of the Hay Days story. Here’s to a snowy winter filled with adventure.
Hay Days is always an event to remember and never disappoints. With crowds filling the aisles, it was a great official start to winter! If you weren’t able to attend this event this year, here is just a taste of what you missed.
Built to Handle It All
RIOT
Why choose between the trills of on-trail riding and the adventure of venturing into the deep snow when you can have both? Riot blends trail and backcountry performance seamlessly for the ultimate adaptable ride.
Day’s Power Sports Bloomer ~ 715-568-4755 dayspowersports.us
R & R Motorsports Hazelhurst ~ 715-358-5349 rnr-rentals.com
Rock River Marina Edgerton ~ 608-884-9415/608-868-7765 rockrivermarina.com
SS Sport Store Mercer ~ 715-476-2468 sssportstore@yahoo.com
TA Motorsports Francis Creek ~ 920-682-1284 tamotorsports.com
Willson’s Sport & Marine Palmyra ~ 262-495-2921 willsonsport.com
Yamaha of Port Washington Inc Port Washington ~ 262-284-5995 portyamaha.com
MASSEY-FERGUSON ONCE BUILT SNOWMOBILES
Massey-Ferguson Inc., one of the world’s largest farm machinery manufacturers, made its entry into the booming snowmobile market in 1969 with the introduction of two Ski Whiz models.
Not surprisingly, the first snowmobiles proudly carried the familiar Massey-Ferguson tractor logo on the hood and dash. They were sharp-looking machines, powered by German-built JLO 2-stroke engines that produced 17.5 horsepower from a 297cc motor, and 23.5 horsepower from a 372cc motor—available with optional electric start.
The Ski Whiz lineup also featured some unique touches. The 1969 models came equipped with twin sealed-beam headlights for nighttime riding and a 15.5-inch wide by 130-inch long polyurethane track—one of the longest tracks of its era. With a 44.5-inch footprint, the sleds offered excellent traction and flotation.
Braking was handled in an unusual way: the stationary driven clutch sheave acted as the disc, with movable brake pucks mounted to stop the sled. The setup worked well, especially considering these machines weren’t built for high speeds.
Massey Ferguson produced snowmobiles from 1968 through 1977, most under the Ski Whiz name. The sleds were originally built at Massey’s lawn and garden equipment factories for the 1969
season. In 1975, production shifted to Scorpion under contract for the 1976 models, at which time the Ski Whiz name was dropped. By 1977, Massey Ferguson had exited the snowmobile market altogether.
RACE SCENE
SKI-DOO RACER
ELIAS ISHOEL
TO RETIRE
5-Time ISOC Pro Champion, Current FIM Snocross World Champion, 15 Pro-Lite wins, and 47 Pro wins.
Ski-Doo snocross racer Elias Ishoel has announced that he will retire from racing effective immediately. As one of the most successful racers ever, Ishoel captured five consecutive ISOC Pro class championships in North America and last season took the FIM Snocross World Championship title in Europe. But what he’ll likely be most remembered for is his electrifying style of racing.
When Elias was on track, fans didn’t want to take their eyes off him as he made daring maneuvers in the corners, over the jumps, or through the bumps – you didn’t know what to expect, or where –you just knew it was coming and it was usually BIG. His sled control was a work of art – precision at high speed in ever-changing track conditions – and often on the ragged edge or so it seemed for most, except him.
Intensity and winning were hallmarks of Ishoel’s racing career – With Thene Motorsports here
Ishoel started with Warnert Racing in Pro-Lite – his speed was never in doubt
Ishoel has sustained two consecutive years of injuries that have contributed to his announcement – the most serious one happening in the 2023-24 season at the Deadwood, South Dakota race, where a sled landed on him, causing over 15 bone fractures, a collapsed lung, and major contusions. But he bounced back with determination and grit to win the season opener in the 2024-25 season at Ironwood, Michigan, and was leading the points race before suffering a couple of practice injuries that dragged on and affected his performance. In explaining his reasons for retiring, he pointed to the physical demands of the sport. Ishoel said that his body wasn’t recovering as fast and reacting the same, which limits his on-track performance – something he doesn’t want to compromise.
A message from Elias:
“Walking away from racing is one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make. Over the summer, I pushed myself in training, but I haven’t been able to find the progress or the good feeling I need to compete the way I expect of myself. Coming back last year and leading after the injury was wild, but my body doesn’t feel the same, and I don’t think it ever will. For me, Snocross has always
Elias recovered from serious injuries to win his first race back with the Skogquist Racing Team
been about having fun and winning championships—and if I’m not able to chase that with a good feeling, it’s time to step back.
After the injuries I suffered in Deadwood, I thought about stepping away last year, but my love for the Skogquist Race Team brought me back. This team, this sport, and this community mean everything to me, and that’s what makes this decision so tough. Without the strong connection between my mind and body, though, I know it’s time.
My heart will always belong to Snocross. I want to find a way to stay connected to the sport and to the people who have supported me through every high and low. For now, I just want to say thank you—to my team, my family, my fans, and everyone in the Snocross community. Time will tell what comes next, but I know this isn’t goodbye.” – Elias Ishoel
OSS Racing brought Elias to the Pro ranks
Ishoel will stay involved in racing as he coaches and helps racers learn from his experiences.
A brief history of Elias Ishoel’s BRP/Ski-Doo racing career is below:
Europe:
2014: Won the Swedish championship
2014: Won the Norwegian championship USA:
2014/2015: Warnert Racing, Invited by BRP to race in the US for the first 2 rounds — he did so well, he was signed to Warnert Racing for the remainder of the season in the Pro-Lite class. Finished 2nd in the Championship
2015/16: Warnert Racing, Pro-Lite. 3rd in Championship
2016/17: Warnert Racing, Pro (Rookie, Finished 10th)
2017/18: Boss Racing (Injured)
2018/19: Boss Racing, Pro Champion
2019/20: Boss Racing, Pro Champion
2020/21: Boss Racing, Pro Champion
2021/22: Thene Motorsports, Pro Champion
2022/23: Thene Motorsports, Pro Champion
AMSOIL CHAMPIONSHIP SNOCROSS ANNOUNCES 2025-2026 NATIONAL TOUR SCHEDULE
The roar of high-powered sleds, the rush of bar-to-bar battles, and the drama of championship racing will return as AMSOIL Championship Snocross presented by Brunt powers into the 2025–2026 season. Elite athletes from across the world’s great snowbelts—from Scandinavia to Canada to the rugged American Midwest—will converge on iconic U.S. and Canadian venues to chase the sport’s ultimate prize. Every season, the tour unites the fastest and most fearless snowmobile racers on the planet, each determined to etch their name into the sport’s history. The schedule reflects the series’ unmatched energy, scale, and international reach, weaving through legendary winter destinations where snowmobile culture runs deep. From the vertical climbs of Ironwood to the bright lights of Shakopee, the festival atmosphere of Valcourt to the championship pilgrimage in Duluth, AMSOIL Championship Snocross is where global ambition meets America’s tradition.
Fans can experience the thrill of AMSOIL Championship Snocross presented by Brunt live at the track, with tickets now available at snocross.com. Each event offers an up-close look at the elite athletes, a festival-style atmosphere, and family-friendly entertainment all weekend long.
The 2025–2026 season will once again be showcased on FOX Sports, delivering 25 hours of original broadcast coverage across the U.S. and Canada. FOX Sports, reaching more than 53 million homes, cements Snocross alongside its lineup of premier properties, including NASCAR, NHRA, ARCA, and UFC. Additional coverage continues on FOX Sports Racing in Canada.
The view most often seen by Ishoel’s competitors, and a heartfelt thanks to everyone
2023/24: Skogquist Race Team, Injured at Deadwood while leading points.
2024/25: Skogquist Race Team, Won first race back after Deadwood injury, was leading points until a practice injury.
From everyone at Ski-Doo, we thank Elias for making history with us.
Fans can follow Elias and Ski-Doo on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about his plans, Ski-Doo Racing, Ski-Doo snowmobiles, and the technologies available in snowmobiles for everyone to enjoy the sport!
Fans worldwide can also tune in via FloRacing.com, ensuring that every national championship moment is available on demand globally.
RIDE NEWS
WE FINALLY TOOK THE BIG TRIP, THE DREAM TRIP
By: Bret & Alexandria Kinnamon
It all started back in the winter of 2008 when my daughter turned 12. We had planned to ride our sleds from Illinois through Wisconsin and all the way up to Houghton, MI, in the U.P., but that trip never happened. The night before we were set to leave, a huge rainstorm rolled in and washed away all the snow. Just like that, the dream was shelved.
Fast forward to February 2021. All three states, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan, were blanketed with snow. We were preparing for our usual family ride when my daughter said, “Looks like we might be able to take the dream trip.” I hesitated. It felt impossible to pull together. But then she, her husband Kyle, and I all said the same thing: This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Let’s do it!
We threw the trip together quickly, figuring it out as we went. The weekend before departure, we drove my truck and the empty trailer up to the Super 8 in Houghton with Alex following in her Jeep. Since we didn’t have a support crew to follow us, we needed a way to get home once we reached the U.P. It was a 16-hour round trip just to drop it off.
Once back home, it was time for last-minute preparations. We were kicking it old school and navigating with paper maps. We traced the trail system that would take us from our backyard, across three states, to our destination. We had GPS and the Polaris app as backups, but relied on county maps and our trusty Wisconsin Corridor Trail map.
The day was finally here. On February 17, 2021, at 7:20 a.m., the three of us set off from our backyard. The air was crisp, the sleds packed, excitement high. The first few miles were familiar; we’ve ridden the local trails countless times. But knowing that this time we wouldn’t be looping back, that we were riding toward another border, gave the trip a weight that made every rev of the engine feel different. We cut through Glacier Park, hit freshly groomed trails right out of Richmond, and crossed into Wisconsin. After a few extra loops in Walworth County, we started making real progress. At our first stop, reality hit: “Oh my god, that’s as far as we’ve gone. What did we get ourselves into?” It was the perfect day to be on the trails—crisp air, the sun shining, and perfectly groomed trails. By 9:00 p.m., we made our first overnight stop at a Holiday Inn in Ripon, WI.
The next morning brought another perfect ride. Great temps, smooth trails, and nothing but conversation, laughter, and family time. By midday, we had crossed into wide farmland where the snow stretched flat and endless. The trail markers stood like silent sentries in the open, guiding us across the fields. Out there, it was just us, the machines, and the horizon. We stopped for lunch at Madell’s Lanes Bar & Grill in Poy Sippi, WI. We pushed further north, running later into the evening, and ended the day at the Holiday Inn in Antigo, WI, after spending 30 minutes looking for a place to stay. Slap-happy and giddy, we felt the adventure really sinking in.
We woke up knowing it would be a long day with the hope of reaching Houghton by nightfall. Little did we know just how long and what the day had in store. As we entered Eagle River, WI, the snowmobile capital of the world, I heard a clunking noise. I brushed it off, but soon it grew louder. A quick inspection revealed the bad news: my back wheels and crossbar had broken. The sled was done. We called around and found help at Boat Sport Marine & Powersports, but towing it there was a nightmare. We had to ride a couple of miles on bare pavement, burning rubber the whole
way. After some choice words, we finally made it. Repairs took about two and a half hours for a total of a four-hour delay, and then we were back on the trails. Ironically, while towing the sled, I saw a truck pass that looked familiar. Later, I found out it was a friend of mine from Phelps. He knew we were on the trip and, after a double-take, thought it could be us. What are the odds?
From there, it was a race against time. Trails were rough through Land O’ Lakes, but we stopped at Brews Pub for dinner before pressing on. We debated staying with that same friend, but decided to keep going. We didn’t realize quite how far we still had to go. That decision meant riding into plunging temps of 20 below. The conditions were brutal, and we were freezing. We tried to warm up at the Mosquito Inn, which had once kept a burn barrel going during COVID, but the fire was out, and the bar was closed. Huddled in the vestibule, exhausted and frustrated, we pushed forward again as everything in town was closed. The ride was bumpy and ruthless, but we throttled out and at 12:30 a.m., we rolled into Houghton. Everything was closed, but the feeling of accomplishment was celebration enough.
There’s usually only one weekend a year, if any, when the snow is good enough to make this trip possible. We had breakdowns, wrong turns, a frozen-lake detour, and more than a few laughs. But after three days, three states, 18 counties, 620 miles, 10 maps, three backpacks, and countless memories, we finally made it. Looking back, it wasn’t just the distance that made the ride memorable. It was the rhythm of the trail, the shared experiences along the way, and the sense of freedom that comes from crossing a landscape few people see in the heart of winter. It was the kind of trip that lingers with you long after the snow has melted.
After 13 years of dreaming, we finally completed The Big Trip!
Juneau, WI,
Stopping on the trails to check the maps.
The three of us are in my backyard, ready to start our journey.
Sunset in
as we headed to Ripon, WI, to stay for night one.
A quick stop in Lincoln, WI, before continuing to Houghton, MI.
At Boat Sport Marine & Powersports in Eagle River, WI, waiting for the snowmobile to be repaired.
CLUB NEWS
KELLER KNIGHTS SUPPORTS
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP WITH $2,500 DONATION
BY: Andrew Voigt & Carson Guck
The Kellner Knights Snowmobile Club has once again demonstrated its strong commitment to community support through a generous $2,500 donation to the Andrew Mueller Memorial Foundation Scholarship Fund.
Club members Andrew Voight and Carson Guck presented the check on behalf of the club to Mark and Cristin Mueller, parents of Andrew Mueller. The funds were raised through a successful food stand held during Andrew’s Memorial Truck Show on June 21, 2025, with enthusiastic support from the team at Rocky Rococo’s, whose signature pizza drew a crowd.
The donation is specifically designated to support a scholarship for a local individual pursuing training at a commercial driver’s license (CDL) school—a cause that holds deep meaning for the Mueller family.
We finally made it! The final picture of the trip was taken on February 29, at the Super 8 in Houghton, MI, at 1:33 in the morning.
Andrew Mueller, a respected young man in the community and avid snowmobiler, tragically passed away in 2024. In his honor, his family and friends established the Andrew Mueller Memorial Foundation to help young people pursue careers in the trades, especially in trucking and transportation. The foundation also champions increased access to epinephrine autoinjectors (EpiPens), inspired by the family’s advocacy for legislation requiring all first responders to carry them.
The Kellner Knights are proud to support such a meaningful cause and are especially grateful for the Mueller family’s past support of the club.
Special thanks go out to all the volunteers who contributed their time and effort to help make the event a success.
Carson Guck and Andrew Voigt present the donation to the Mueller Family.
Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs – Wesbsite: www.awsc.org
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
President - Lori Heideman • president@awsc.org • 715-741-0488 • Vice President – Randy Murdock • vicepresident@awsc.org • 608-343-0500
Secretary - Sue Smedegard • secretary@awsc.org • 715-791-0082 • Treasurer – Steve Clark • 608-843-9546 • treasurer@awsc.org
Executive Director - Mike Holden • execdir@awsc.org • 920-980-2321
AWSC DIRECTORS AND REPS BY COUNTY
Adams County Director | Warren Starner 262-255-5292 | wstarner@wi.rr.com
Adams County Rep | John Steinke 715-459-1361 |johnadamz73@gmail.com
Ashland County Director John Westfahl 920-740-5020 | jwwestfahl@gmail.com
Ashland County Rep | Bob Meinholz 608-852-7436 | morefords@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 | Matthew Susienka 757-581-7068 | yaderaye@yahoo.com
Bayfield County Rep | Tiffany Mallory 218-491-1071 | tiffanyjane2203@gmail.com
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 608-687-3419 | duellman.rick@gmail.com
Buffalo County Rep | Dave Green 715-495-9766 | davefixeshomes@gmail.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 | Calumet County Rep | Chippewa County Director Dan Westaby | 715-210-4909 | Danwestaby51@gmail.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
Columbia County Rep Ron Benoy | 608-617-6003 rbgopher@yahoo.com
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 | Kevin Seiler 920-493-4620 | jackseiler1234@gmail.com Douglas County Director | Matt Holter 715-296-1012 | mahcol1012@yahoo.com Douglas County Rep | Bruce Bergsten 218-591-2741 | sno4me.bb@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 Petroff | 906-396-3782 jimpetroff4@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 | riprider56@gmail.com
Donna White | 920-348-5719 snodirdj@gmail.com
Florence County Rep | Jerry Heidtke 920-946-7019 | jrheidtke3@gmail.com
Fond Du Lac County Director
Ben Costello | 920-251-4690 | 3020costello@live.com
Fond Du Lac County Rep | Tami Conlon 920-229-5608 |snowmobilefdlcty@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 | Theresa Braudt 608-988-6590 | theresabraudt@yahoo.com
Grant County Rep | Patrick Neff 608-739-3211 | neff0315@gmail.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 Tim Beier 920-858-0473 | proplowing@gmail.com
Green Lake County Rep | Hailey Beier | 920-382-0475 hailey.beier@icloud.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 | joeandkathy687@gmail.com
Jackson County Director | Joe Kniseley 715-896-4695 | joeteresakniseley@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 | Sean Moore 262-496-4984 | moore.68@outlook.com
Kenosha County Rep | Jeff Gronli 262-721-7332 | jeffgro2003@yahoo.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 | Kyle Soden 608-386-4587 | ksoden22@gmail.com
La Crosse County Rep | Nancy Olson 608-780-2524(C) | olybsnow@charter.net
Lafayette County Director | Brian Larson 608-574-7717 | wiota1998bjl@outlock.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
Marinette County Director | Jeff Schwaller 715-927-5160 | jschwaller50@gmail.com
Marinette County Rep | Karen Heidewald 773-320-3235 | karenrh.rrr@gmail.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
Milwaukee County Rep | Darin Prihoda
Monroe County Director | Jason Guthrie 608-372-7019 | arlog8891@hotmail.com
Monroe County Rep | Thomas Popp 608-372-9050 | uniquesigns@centurytel.net
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 | dgaskillsnow@gmail.com
Ozaukee County Director | Wally Thill 262-692-9165 | wallyth57@gmail.com
Pepin County Director | CJ Spindler 715-563-4982 | cj.spindler@outlook.com
Pepin County Rep | Gary Bauer 715-495-1532 | grbauer@nelson-tel.net
Pierce County Director | Roger Spindler 715-495-8836 | jrspin@bevcomm.net
Pierce County Rep | Scott Evans 715-222-3224 | scott.hugh.evans@gmail.com
Polk County Director | Dan Carlson 715-566-0177 | dkcarlson.949@gmail.com
Polk County Rep | Doug Johnson 715-554-2051 | 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
Richland County Director | Kerry Severson 608-604-5911 | kseverson99@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 | Nick Meyer 715-965-3682 | westborosnodusters@gmail.com
Taylor County Rep | Ann Weymouth 847-508-1764 l weymouta@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 | Dan Beck 715-891-6324 | dwbrusty@yahoo.com
Vilas County Rep | Jon Cooksey | 715-614-9003 | cruiservp@gmail.com
Walworth County Director | Chuck Gamache 847-217-9482 | cwgamache@gmail.com
Walworth County Rep | Dan Knop | 262-215-3347 | dnc@genevaonline.com | Washburn County Director | Gwen Welter 715-635-2614 | gwenga@hotmail.com
Washburn County Rep | Julie Ringlien 715-520-3120 | jringlien6040@gmail.com
Washington County Director Dean Wandel | 414-322-0872 dwandel1@wi.rr.com
Lincoln County Director | Gary Hilgendorf 715-453-2629 | revitup2@frontier.com
Lincoln County Rep | Mark Swope 715-218-7165|swamper@frontier.com
Manitowoc County Director | Brian Woelfel 920-286-2709 | kbwoelfel@tm.net
Manitowoc County Rep | Kris Woelfel 920-286-2709 | kbwoelfel@tm.net
Marathon County Director Wayde Kreager | 715-573-7282 wayde@kreagerinsurance.com
Marathon County Rep | AJ Kreager 715-581-8610 | misssnowflake2122@gmail.com
AWSC COUNTY YOUTH REPS
Adams | Brooklyn Wolfe
Brown | Aubrey Allen
Buffalo | Christian Langhorst
Burnett | Mitchell Hobbie
Chippewa | Macy Lagesse
Fond du Lac | Olivia Mueller
Jackson | Anessa Olson
Jefferson | Jenna Degner
Jefferson | Campbell Krause
Kenosha | Samantha Goldman
Kewaunee| Maggie Prevacheck
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
Sauk County Director | Tim Lins 608-574-5930| tlins79@gmail.com
Sauk County Rep | Ted Walmer 608-576-2223 | walmer1997@gmail.com
Monroe | Sara Guthrie
Oconto | Chloe Schroeder
Oneida | Julia Gray
Oneida | Silas Fetrow
Portage | Abby Bey
Portage | Lauren Loesl
Portage | Autumn Polum
Racine | Matthew Smith
Racine | Zachary Vogt
Trempealeau | Lucas Williams
Waukesha | Aubrey Dill
Washington County Rep | Jerry Zier 262-628-2282 | jerryzier50@gmail.com
Waukesha County Director | Karen Jeras | 262-617-1137 | sledbugs@hotmail.com
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 | Paul Kuehnl | 920-915-6527 l turfworkspro@yahoo.com
Winnebago County Rep | Mike Giese 920-450-5865 | wabmko@gmail.com
Wood County Director | Mike Herzberg 715-498-3274 | irideall@yahoo.com
Wood County Rep | Chris Hanson 715-305-4827 | flagople1985@gmail.com
YOUTH ADVISORS
Brown | Bryce Allen-KAOS Secretary
Columbia | Parker Grams
Dane | Tanner Clark-KAOS President
Jackson | Jake Ward- KAOS Vice President
Jefferson | Ethan Degner
Jefferson | Jena Lenz-KAOS Treasurer
Marathon | AJ Kreager
St Croix | Madisyn Gates-Roehl
MINOCQUA FOREST RIDERS INAUGURAL VINTAGE SNOWMOBILE DAY ATTRACTS MORE THAN 980 ATTENDEES
The Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club, a non-profit working to provide safe snowmobiling routes in Oneida County, Wisconsin, successfully concluded its inaugural Vintage Snowmobile Day.
The event, held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, saw 982 participants visit the Area 31 complex by car and snowmobile and featured: an annual raffle for a 2024 Ski-Doo MXZ X-RS snowmobile, vintage and non vintage radar runs and awards, vintage snowmobile showcase and awards, mini-snowmobile races (toddlers and parents), more than 25 raffle baskets, and more. Miss Snowflake (AWSC) made an appearance, and Mike Wolf from WRJO Radio emceed the radar runs.
“The snowmobiles kept coming and coming. We are simply amazed at the turnout and support from our snowmobile and northwoods community. This location couldn’t be better for hosting a snowmobile event. The history of Area 31, coupled with some of the most unique vintage sleds, really helped to make Saturday a very special day. Everything ran smoothly, and our club and Area 31 volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure its success. We’re already talking about what we can add for next year,” stated Dan Sikora, Event Organizer.
Funds raised through the MFR Vintage Snowmobile Day will be allocated for equipment maintenance and future equipment purchases. Attendance well exceeded our expectations, and we will likely look to plan another event in February 2026. Watch our website for date announcements.
The Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club is a Minocqua, Wisconsin-based, 100% volunteer, 501(c) (3) non-profit dedicated to the establishment and maintenance of safe snowmobile routes. Established in 1986, we maintain over 160 miles of snowmobile trails throughout Oneida County. To learn more and/or become a member, please visit www.minocquaforestriders.com
AWSC Miss Snowflake, Jamey Crotteau
(L) Debbie Wisnosky, (C) Holly Quinlan, (R) Courtney Wisnosky
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EVENTS
OCTOBER
4: Friendship, WI Adams County Snowmobile Association powersports and RV show, swap meet, and vintage show. Adams County Fairgrounds, 502 W Lake St, Friendship, WI, 9am-4pm. Powersports and RV show, swap meet, and vintage show. Local dealers and snowmobile and ATV/UTV clubs, anything powersports related. October 4, 2025 ,in Friendship, WI, Adams County, held at the County Fair Grounds from 9am to 4 pm. Contact Bryan Meyer Info: Bryan Meyer / 414-617-9467 / bamsservices@gmail.com
11: Maribel, WI Denmark Norsemen Steak Fry, Maribel Community Center, 14905 Mulberry St, Maribel, WI 4-8pm. This fundraiser is sponsored by the Denmark Norsemen SC. This is an ALL YOU CAN EAT Ribeye Steak Fry. The meal also includes potatoes, salad bar, and many homemade desserts. We also have a cash bar, raffles, bucket raffles, and many door prizes. Info: Alan Mazna / 920-8195128 / alanmazna@yahoo.com
11: St Germain, WI St Germain Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club Brushing Day, Groomer Barn, 545 State Highway 155, St Germain, WI, 9am. Info: Karen Cantele / 815-871-8319 / kkcantele22@gmail.com
15: New Lisbon, WI New Lisbon Winter Wanderers 4th Annual Snowmobile Day, New Lisbon Community Center, 110 Welch Prairie Rd, New Lisbon, WI, 10am-3pm. Vintage Snowmobile Show –Registration 10am-1pm, awards at 3pm. $5.00 per sled or max $20.00. Raffles all day. Chicken Dinner 11am-3pm. Safety course and membership info & sign up. Info: Bryce McNeely / 608-547-3112 / www.facebook. com/New.Lisbon.winter. wanderers
18: Waterloo, WI Waterloo Trail Twisters Snowmobile Safety Class, Waterloo American Legion Post 233, N9250 State Road 89, Waterloo, WI, 8am-2pm. Info: Beth Kreger / 920-988-1513 / Craig Smith / 920-319-0747 / Info@ waterloosnowmobileclub.com
NOVEMBER
15: Poynette, WI Arlington Prairie Drifters 10th Annual Fall Fling. Whispering Pines, 101 Bethel Dr, Poynette, WI, 6pm – Midnight. Food, fun, raffles, and music by Xtreme Sound. Tickets are available from any club member or on the night of the event. Proceeds go to the groomer fund. Info: Gregg Johnson / 608-635-7381 / Prairie Drifters Snowmobile Club Facebook Page.
DECEMBER
5: Hudson, WI Hudson Snow Trails Unlimited Meat Raffle, Big Guy’s BBQ Roadhouse, 1237 Wi-35, Hudson, WI, 6 pm. This is a great event, stop out and grab dinner, and enter raffles for prime cuts of meat and other prizes. This is our only fundraiser for the year, so please stop by and support us. Info: Jim Henry / 715-760-0115 / facebook.com/ HudsonSnowTrailsUnlimited
6: St Germain, WI St Germain Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club 2nd Annual Chili Fest, Groomer Barn Open House & Holiday Fun for Kids, Groomer Barn, 545 State Highway 155, St Germain, WI, 11am-2pm. We will have chili, chips, drinks, and cookies. Plus crafts for kids and a chance to sit in the groomer! Info: Karen Cantele / 815-871-8319 / kkcantele22@gmail.com.
13&14: St Germain, WI St Germain Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club Snowmobile Safety Class, St Germain Community Center, 545 State Highway 155, St Germain, WI, 8:30am-2:30pm. Info: Karen Cantele / 815- 8718319 / kkcantele22@gmail.com.
22: Conover, WI Conover Sno-Buddies 7th Annual Poker Run, Conover and surrounding Area Businesses, pit stops along Conover Sno-Buddies Snowmobile Trails. 12/22/202502/28/2026. Sno-Buddies start the Annual Poker Run. Get your game card at local area businesses. Ride the incredible trails and collect your stamps. The draw party will be on February 28, 2026, at Twin Lake Pub. Proceeds benefit the Conover Snowmobile Trail System. Info: Mimi Muehlbach / 262-366-4809 /
support@conoversnobuddies. com / www.facebook.com/ ConoverSnoBuddies.
20: Presque Isle, WI Presque Isle/Winchester Snobunnies Christmas Dinner, PI Pub, 11583 County Road B, Presque Isle, WI, 5pm cocktails, 6pm dinner. Christmas Dinner with club members and others. Info: 414-491-2711 / jhinnendael@ uwalumni.com / snobunnies. com
2026
JANUARY
3: Presque Isle, WI Presque Isle/Winchester Snobunnies Winter Kickoff, Lynx Lake Resort and Bar, 10683 County Road B, Presque Isle, WI 11am -?, Kick off the season with a visit to Lynx Lake. Located on Trail 6 east of Presque Isle. Pizza and drinks in a cozy atmosphere, along with games, raffles, and prizes. Info: Website and Facebook / snobunnies.com.
10: Phelps, WI Phelps Snowmobile Club and The Conover Sno-Buddies Trailside Roast, Tin #500 Phelps, Frosty, and Sno-Buddies Intersection, Tin #500 off of Blong Rd, Phelps, WI, 10am – 2pm. The Conover Sno-Buddies and Phelps Snowmobile Club are hosting a trailside roast. Free food and beverage with donations appreciated. Tin #500 is the trail intersection of Corridor 6 and Corridor 8. Info: Todd Bierman / 715-617-4792 / tbphelpspark@ gmail.com.
10: Nekoosa, WI Rome SnoBandits Petenwell Palooza Ice Fisheree, The Lure Bar and Grill, 1735 Archer Ln, Nekoosa, WI. Pentenwell Palooza is an annual ice fishing tournament and raffle held at The Lure Bar and Grill in Nekoosa, WI. It features cash prizes for fishing, door prizes, raffle baskets, a meat raffle, and more in a fun, familyfriendly atmosphere. Info: romesnobandits@gmail.com / Facebook: Rome Sno Bandits.
11: Westbend, WI Kohlsville Kruisers Snowmobile Club Brat Fry, Jugs Hitching Post
EVENTS
– Kohlsville, 5781 Mains St, Westbend, WI, 10am-5pm . Brat and burger fry 10am to 5pm. Huge cash Raffle, basket raffles, and lots more. Info: Julie Steger / 262-483-9312 / kohlsvillekruiserssecretary@ gmail.com and Facebook.
16&17: Arbor Vitae, WI Cross Country Cruisers SnoFest 2026, Cross Country Cruisers Clubhouse Grounds, 1503 Helminski Rd, Arbor Vitae, WI, Friday 4-8pm and Saturday 8am-8pm. Friday night, January 16th, 4-8pm Fish fry/lasagna dinners, beverages, beer, raffles, and more. Saturday, January 17., Vintage Show, shine and ride (10 classes judges) Registration at 8am, vintage rides after trophies, food, beverages, lots of raffles, groomer rides, drawing for $10K, at 6pm. Vintage show contact Jerry Wesner, VP/Trail Manager. Info: Jerry Wesner / 608-6983054 / jerrywesner@gmail. com / www.facenook.com/ CCCSnowmobileClub
18: Manitowish Waters, WI Manitowish Waters Sno Skeeter Snowmobile Breakfast Fundraiser, Shillelagh Irish Pub, 14202 Tower Rd, Manitowish Waters, WI, 8am-11am. Sno Skeeter Snowmobile Breakfast Club Fundraiser. Location: Ye Old Shillelagh Irish Pub- 14202 Tower Rd, Manitowish Waters, Sunday, January 18, 2026. 8am to 11am. Info: 715-543-2340 / sno-skeeter.org.
18: Batavia, WI Beechwood Night Fliers Annual Brat Fry, Town of Scott Community Center, 1360 Highway 28, Batavia, WI, 10am – 5pm. Beechwood Night Fliers Annual Brat Fry, Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 10am to 5pm. Town of Scott Community Center on Highway 28, Batavia. Brats, burgers, potato salad, beans, homemade tortes, basket raffles, walk-around raffles, sportsman raffle, annual raffle, ½ hog raffle. Info: Jenny Feider / 920-948-2071 / rjfeider1@ gmail.com.
22-25: Eagle River, WI 40th Annual Women on Snow, Eagle Waters Resort, 3958 Eagle Waters Rd, Eagle River, WI. An Eagle River tradition since 1986. Weekend package includes condominium lodging,
guided trail riding, fuel, lunch, and dinners. Saturday night’s themed banquet is full of prizes and surprises. Registration open October 15, –December 15, 2025. Info: Jacki Hildebrant / 815-351-8707 / womenonsnowwi1@gmail.com
24: Phelps, WI Phelps Snowmobile Club 2nd Annual Phelps Radar Run, The Great Escape on North Twin, 2510 State Highway 17, Phelps, WI, 10am – 4pm. Headquartered at The Great Escape with lake access at The North Twin Boat Landing. This event is a mustsee and do. 1,000 feet of packed snow track. Awards, food, beverage and loads of fun. Info: Todd Bierman / 715-617-4792 / tbphelpspark@gmail.com
FEBRUARY
7: Conover, WI Conover SnoBuddies Italian Night, Conover Recreation Center, 4697 Park Circle Dr, Conover, WI, 4-7pm. Enjoy Italian entrees, salad, bread and dessert. Raffle tickets and 50/50 drawings too. Proceeds help support trail maintenance. Info: support@ conoversnobuddies.com / https://www.facebook.com/ ConoverSnoBuddies
7: Presque Isle, WI Presque Isle/Winchester Snobunnies King of the Lake, Lynx Lake Resort and Bar, 10683 County Road B, Presque Isle, WI, 8am – 5pm. Snowmobile drag races in multiple classes with cash prize payouts. 50/50 and other raffles, plus gear for sale and opportunities to engage with sponsors. Info: Website and Facebook / snobunnies.com
8: Manitowish Waters, WI Manitowish Waters Sno Skeeter Snowmobile Breakfast Fundraiser, Pea Patch Motel and Saloon, 145 County Road W, Manitowish Waters, WI, 8am11am. Sno Skeeter Snowmobile Breakfast Club Fundraiser. Location: 145 County Road W, Manitowish Water, WI. Sunday, February 8th, 2026. 8am to 11am. Info: 715-543-2455 / snoskeeter.org.
PI Pub 11583 County Road B, Snowmobile Trail #6, Presque Isle, WI, 4-9pm. Meat raffle, 50/50 drawing during the Super Bowl. Info: Website and Facebook / snobunnies.com
14: Manitowish Waters, WI Manitowish Waters Sno Skeeters Winter Rendezvous, Sno Skeeter Groomer Barn, 5733 Airport Rd, Manitowish Waters, WI, 10am-6pm. Family event, food, raffle baskets, 2026 Ski Doo Renegade Adrenaline with Enduro Package. Groomer rides, kids’ activities, fun for the whole family. Info: 715-5432455 / sno-skeeter.org.
14: Presque Isle, WI Presque Isle/Winchester Snobunnies Basket Raffle, PI Pub, 11583 County Road B, Snowmobile Trail #6, Presque Isle, WI, 11am
drawing at 4pm. Donated basket raffle, 50 items donated from local businesses. Info: Website and Facebook / snobunnies.com
19: Manitowish Waters, WI Manitowish Waters Sno Skeeter Spaghetti Feed, Rustic Roadhaus, 5194 Highway 51, Manitowish Waters, WI, 4pm7pm. Sno Skeeter Spaghetti Feed at the Rustic Roadhaus – Highway 51, Manitowish Waters, WI, Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 4pm to 7pm. Info: 715-543-8500 / sno skeeter.org.
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