Minnesota Snowmobiling - November 2025

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Trail ride from Paul Bunyan Park to Lakes Tavern, to Pickle Factory and then back to Campfire and hot dog cookout at Rasmussen Ranch 6:00 pm • Social Time at the American Legion SATURDAY • JANUARY 24 9:00 am • Registration for show at American Legion til Noon 10:00 am til 4:00 pm • Vintage and Antique Show in trailside park along the Paul Bunyan trail Awards for oldest operational machine, best original antique, best restored antique Cutter Class/Peer’s Choice Award, Rat Sled - (must run), best original/restored vintage machine (1969 or newer) and best costume.

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November 2025 Contents Minnesota Snowmobiling is the official publication of the Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association (MnUSA).

The publication is a benefit of membership in MnUSA ($35 annual membership).

MnUSA Executive Board President Mike Clevenger Vice President Scotty Harder Secretary Janet Widness Treasurer Gordon Heitke Director at Large Scott Wakefield Past Presidents Scott Wakefield, Greg Sorenson, Rod Seibel, Mark Kavanaugh, Gayle Quistgard, Mark Steinmueller, Keith Twombly, Terry Hutchinson, Curt Berg, Harold Brace, Bob Linn, Diane Wallenta, Jeff Mausolf, Bob King, Larry Shepherd, Bill Kullberg, LeRoy Strehlo, Tom Decker, Mary Violett, Allen Eglinton, Al Lalim, Harold Tomkins Minnesota Snowmobiling (ISSN 1085-1054) is published seven times a year for $14 in September, October, November, December, January, February, and March by Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association, 14000 Sunfish Lake Blvd. NW, Ste. L, Ramsey, MN 55303. Periodicals Postage Paid at Fargo, ND and at additional mailing offices.

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From the Editor From the President Directors From the Vice President Legislative News MnUSA News Candidate Forum USA News Racing News What’s Cookin’?

Vintage News Club News MnUSA Business Partners

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COMING IN DECEMBER...

Fall Workshop Recap • Christmas Gift Ideas • What’s Cookin’ Little Known Facts • Trails OPEN DECEMBER 1st!

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From the Editor Scott Wakefield

On the Road Again!

What a busy time of year! If it isn’t harvesting, getting crops in, and machinery cleaned up and put away, it’s all the snowmobile meetings starting up again. What fun!

I’ve been traveling from pillar to post throughout Minnesota, visiting clubs and bringing the booth to some of the events, the best I can. First up you will see the Byron Snow Bears and K-M Snowdrifters Swap and Show, followed by the River City Snow Riders Swap, and then last but not least, the Aitkin SnoDrifters Landowner Appreciation/Open House—all with wonderful fall weather and great anticipation.

Other topics in this issue include ISCO racing under “Racing News,” the Pequot Show under “Vintage News” and a Candidate Forum for the Fall Workshop, plus a new segment called “Little Known Facts.”

Information on the Great Minnesota “Tab” Off is included, along with a calendar of events and a pertinent recipe for November.

Enjoy your Fall y’all!

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From the MnUSA President

Registration Keeps Our GIA Funding Alive!

Mike Clevenger

I would like to start with a correction to my September article.

MnUSA CAN accept donations, and these are tax deductible because we are now a 501(c)3 organization.

One letter (not to now) makes all the difference in the world. Apologies, as that error was missed in the proofing of the article.

The Executive Board has been busy throughout the summer, and we are currently busy getting ready for the MnUSA Winter Rendezvous. We are trying to make this a great event again this year. Region 1 has set the bar high with last year’s event, but we will do our best to make the event enjoyable, fun and well worth your time. Get your registrations sent in and those rooms reserved for this winter event which gathers people from all over the state.

Everyone has extremely high hopes for the upcoming snow season. Keep your hopes up and have those sleds ready to ride.

With the fall colors behind us, it’s time to start working on trail preparation, brushing, discing, rolling, clearing downed trees and sign repair. I have seen the clubs on Facebook that have a jump start on this process. I hope your club has a plan in place.

This is the time of year when our clubs come together to get the trails marked and ready to ride! The Minnesota snowmobile clubs throughout the state are among the hardest working and dedicated group of volunteers in the State. Much of their work goes unnoticed by the general public, but as club members, we do appreciate and understand the time and effort put into this task. We are truly thankful and enjoy the results when out riding on the 22,000+ miles of trail each year.

In order to fund these trails, we also must register our snowmobiles. After coming off two bad snow seasons, it is the most important thing you can do—register your snowmobiles. This is the primary means of funding our Grant-in-Aid (GIA) account which helps pay for grooming. Without registration the 3rd and 4th benchmarks will be in jeopardy of being paid this year.

If you have read my past articles, you have heard me ask this of all sled owners. Even those snowmobile riders that do not belong to clubs or MnUSA MUST register their snowmobiles to keep the account where it is needed.

With this being said, get out and enjoy our great trail system in Minnesota. When talking with other states at the International Snowmobile Congress (ISC) this year, it is a true testament to ALL our volunteers that you are what make our trail system great. Now get out and enjoy the beauty and freedom that snowmobiling offers.

As always, hope to see you on the trail!

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MnUSA Directors Executive Board

Directors

President

Region 1 Dale Dahlen, 2321 Pebble Beach Rd NW East Grand Forks, 56721, 218-791-6679 dodahlen@ hotmail.com

Mike Clevenger-XM 7302 NW 97th Ave Morristown, 55052 507-838-5713 cmclevenger3@gmail.com Vice President Scotty Harder-XM 13126 Jenkins Dr. Becker, MN 55308 612-860-0606 sharder67@msn.com

Treasurer Gordon Heitke - XM 2270 300th Ave Mora 55051 763-234-6712 gheitke@gmail.com

Mike Boucher, 27528 230th St SW, Crookston 56716 218-280-3385 mjb86@yahoo.com Gail Friborg, 37857 Fairground Rd Bagley, 56621, 218-694-2840 pfgf@gvtel.com Jeff Lovold, 603 2nd Ave SE, Roseau 56751 218280-1941 Aaron Swanson, 10218 Beverly Dr NW, Bemidji, 56601; 218-689-6686 aaronleeswanson@gmail.com

Director-At-Large Scott Wakefield -XM 12620 Co Rd 30 Waconia 55387 612-483-5638 oliver1650@icloud.com

Region 2 Troy Johnson, 218-390-0046 tntjohnson547@hotmail.com

By-Laws: Rick Johnson-XM · 612-839-0956

Charity/Awards: Janet Widness-XM · 218-731-6126

Mike Banovetz, 218-235-9969 mbanovetz2009@yahoo.com

Elections/Nominations: Scott Wakefield-XM • 612-483-5638 Fund Raising: Scotty Harder-XM · 612-860-0606 Land Access: OPEN Legislative/DNR/Trails: Terry Hutchinson-XM · 612-581-6627 Membership/Booth: OPEN Merchandise: Dick Theis · 763-494-3838 Safety: Mike Banovetz Site Selection: Mark LaBaw-XM · 952-221-2564 Website: Randy Vannet

Jeremy Goebel 11210 7th St S, Cottage Grove 55016 651-308-0398 goebeljeremy1985@gmail.com

Region 3 Tom Jann, 21668 Peterson Creek Dr Deerwood, 56444, 218-839-1230 lakejann@gmail.com

Jerry Larson, 9855 Hall Ave NE Monticello, 55362 , 763-772-7462 majesticproservices@gmail.com Pete Wagener, 8555 Jason Ave NE Monticello, 55362, 612-501-8992 ptwent@hotmail.com Region 4 Sheri Gades-XM, 103 5th St N Danvers, 56231, 320-760-3526 gades@fedteldirect.net

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Region 6 Bill Prinsen, 5011 121 St N, White Bear Lake 55110, 651-260-8508 billprinsen@hotmail.com

Ken Eckel, 612-910-5363

John Olmscheid, PO Box 160 Elrosa, 56325, 320-250-3271 johnolmscheid43@gmail.com

Coy Borgstrom, 20 E Veterans Memorial Hwy, Kasson, 55944, 507-251-1199 coy3911@gmail.com

Bruce Wemette, 18379 Marie Dr, Houston, MN 55943, Bwemette@gmail.com, 507-450-8802

Nicole Pankratz, 218-780-3853 pankratz.nicole@yahoo.com

Allen Beumer, 10234 410th Ave Hillman, 56338, 320-355-2257 abeumer1845@gmail.com

Bill Gehn, Red Wing, 651-388-7541 william_gehn@hotmail.com

Brad Thacher, 55 1st Ave SW, Harmony, 55939, 586-899-0810, Brad.Biker@ATT.net

Jerry Kujala-XM, 218-750-2234 jdkujala@gmail.com Cindy Hansmann, 218-301-9496 cindy.hansmann@frontier.com

Region 5 Paul Maruska, 26276 Drexel Ave, New Prague, 56071, 952-212-2293 ptmaruska81@gmail.com

Mike Brandt, 2600 6th Ave NW, Austin, 55912, 507-460-2002 brandtmj@live.com

Randy Vannet, 218-244-6797 randy.vannet@gmail.com

Communications: Scott Wakefield-XM · 612-483-5638

Jeff Kack-XM, PO Box 55 Appleton, 56208, 320-289-1069 jkack@mchsi.com Dick Kuttner, 522 Shady Ridge Rd NW Hutchinson, 55350, 320-587-6536 richardk@hutchtel.net

Secretary Janet Widness - XM 43390 220th St Clitherall 56524 218-731-6126 jwstulk@prtel.com

Committee Chairs

Rodney Boesch, PO Box 337, Amboy 56010 507-340-2820 rod.boesch@boeschcrt.com

Ed Koenigs, 19460 Bauer Circle, Hastings, MN 55033, 651-437-3531 edkoenigs@hotmail.com Ken Zak, 20629 Kenrick Ave, Lakeville, 55044, 952-469-2246 kjnbaa@frontier.net Region 7 Randy Laberge-XM, 5424 Lax Lake Rd Silver Bay, 55614, 218-353-7697 dandrlaberge@hotmail.com Ryan Boe, 5146 Jean Duluth Rd Duluth 55803, 218-349-5578 ryanboe@hotmail.com Dan Hamilton, Duluth, 651-398-2461 danielhamilton@aol.com Rick Johnson-XM, 4353 Briarwood Ln, Hopkins, 55343, 612-839-0956 rick@teampro.net

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Phillip Lockett, 218-348-9161 lockettphillip@yahoo.com Scott Seeley, Two Harbors 218-830-1028, srseeley1@gmail.com Gary Vezina, Duluth 218-722-2852 Bill Ylatupa-XM, 43 Garden Dr Silver Bay, 55614, 218-220-8189 ylatupa2@gmail.com Region 8 Dick Theis, 20575 Co Rd 10 Hamel, 55340, 763-494-3838 dickt.barbc@gmail.com Randy Baudler, 9259 FoxlineDr N Corcoran, 55340, 763-420-5526 rbslawn@gmail.com Mark LaBaw-XM, 1471 Independence Ave Chaska, 55318, 952-221-2564 mlabawstillafishn@yahoo.com Tim Pommier, 1683 Sage Lane, Shakopeee, MN 55379, 612-801-3250 tpommier@comcast.net Region 9 Steve “Woody”Widness-XM, 43390 220th St Clitherall, 56524, 218-731-1286 jwstulk@prtel.com Jeff Alberts, 17321 Otto Zeck Rd, Detroit Lakes 56501, 218-847-1241, mtnmtrs@arvig.net Greg Strommen, 1112 62nd Ave N, Moorhead, 56560, 701-212-7002, gstromm165@gmail.com

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MnUSA Office: 14000 Sunfish Lake Blvd. NW, Ste. L, Ramsey, MN 55303 ph.763-577-0185 fax 763-577-0186

From the MnUSA Vice President

Winter’s Coming...

Scotty Harder

Well, here we are in November… leaves are falling, acorns are dropping in tons, and I’ve heard snowmobiles running in neighborhoods, as people start to tune and clean their sleds in preparation for winter. Clubs have started meeting, and raffle calendars are selling. I personally am getting excited for winter as I’m hopeful for a good if not great snow year.

November in Minnesota is characterized by cold temperatures with average highs around 41 degrees and lows around 25 degrees in the Minneapolis area. The month could and hopefully will bring the first lasting snow, often in mid-November. We need to have frost in the ground before the first snowfall so that the snow stays. Again, I’m hopeful!

Thank you to all the volunteers across the state who are out preparing the trails, clearing brush, downed trees and making sure all the appropriate signs are in place. This hard work is done every year by thousands of volunteers across the state. As I stated last month, if every member would recruit one new member this year, the workload would get reduced in a short amount of time. As you are out doing your trail work, I have found it works better to have your newest members help since they don’t know exactly where the trails go, and that helps in knowing if you need a sign there or not.

By now you should have heard that the Midwest Ride-In will be in a new location this year at Dehn’s Pumpkin Patch in Dayton, Minn., and they are announcing that pork chops are back. Looking forward to the new location, I think this is going to be a great spot and an awesome event to attend. I hope to see you there as we take in the history of our sport.

The Great Northern Groomer show will be in a new location this year as well, more centralized in the state. Rumors say it will be at the Sherburne County Snowmobile Trail Shed located between Zimmerman and Orrock, Minn. MnUSA will have a booth there along with many of the grooming venders.

Along with getting the trails ready, November is a good time to start fall tune-ups on grooming equipment such as track tensions, blade adjustments on the drags and so forth.

Raffle Calendar Sales —As some of you are learning, we have new policies in place to become more current with the Gambling Control Board requirements that have changed over the years. I appreciate everyone’s patience as we continue to move forward with these changes.

Some notes that I want to share: 1. As you sell calendars, please collect the money and keep the raffle ticket off the bottom of the calendar.

2. When you are done selling, send in the tickets and money with ONE club check; NO cash.

3. Include all unsold calendars/raffle tickets in the envelope.

4. ALL need to be turned into the office by Dec. 15th this year. If possible, get it to me in person rather than mailing. Please email me notification when you have mailed it so I can look for it. Email me at sharder67@ msn.com.

If you are having trouble selling all the calendars that you requested, please reach out to me (not the office) at 612860-0606, as some clubs are selling out and would like to get more. By being in touch with me we can shift them accordingly and hopefully sell more calendars by the end of the year.

Thank you for being a member of MnUSA, and I hope to see a lot of you this winter somewhere. Think snow!

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This is why there is nothing more beneficial to our sport than spreading this experience to our legislators. Whether it’s an organized ride or a random Saturday afternoon ride, see if you can pass this experience on to your legislator. While working on policy and funding in St. Paul is the antithesis of joyful snowmobiling, giving your legislator the experience of a snowmobile or groomer ride opens a whole new side of our sport and helps people in St. Paul understand what MnUSA is all about.

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The Great Minnesota Snowmobile “Tab” Off Since 2020, we have challenged all MnUSA snowmobile clubs to participate in the Great “Tab” Off by collecting tabs to give to the Ronald McDonald House Charity. Saving your tabs helps to support families with a medical crisis staying at Ronald McDonald Houses in the Upper Midwest.

Collected tabs can be dropped off at MnUSA Rendezvous, mailed/ dropped off at 1053 Dakota St. S. in Shakopee, or possibly picked up by e-mailing Sandy Doherty.

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So far, we have collected 800+ pounds of tabs. That’s 1.2 million tabs! Keep saving them!

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Candidate Forum

These fine volunteers have again graciously determined they have a desire to take a leadership role in the Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association and have been nominated for office for MnUSA for the coming year Nov. 1 to Nov. 1 at the Summer Event. Nominations will be open again at the Fall Workshop during the Annual Meeting on Saturday starting at 9am. Here are your candidates for office— President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary.

Mike Clevenger, Candidate for President

Scotty Harder, Candidate for Vice President

I have been a snowmobiler for over 55 years and have owned a snowmobile since I was 14 years old. My first snowmobile was a 440 Scorpion Super Stinger. Snowmobiling has been a year-round way of life for as long as I can remember, and my wife and children are also dedicated snowmobilers.

I have been a MnUSA member since 1994 and have held many positions at both the local club levels and MnUSA state levels. For over 25 years I have been a MnUSA Director, Lead Director, State Vice President and President. My goal has always been to help better the sport of snowmobiling by educating and leading by example on how important this sport is for our State, economically, recreationally, and as a youth snowmobile safety instructor.

My wife Cheryl and I have always been Polaris riders. I currently ride a 2018 Polaris Switchback 800 with 7800 miles on it, and Cheryl has a 2023 650 Adventure X2.

We ride when we can, wherever the groomed trail takes us. We have no real preference on a location to ride— if the snow is good and the trails are groomed, it’s a good ride!

Hope to see you on the trails this year!

Mike Clevenger

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Greetings! I would like to formally introduce myself as your current Vice President and Fundraising Chairman. I am pleased to announce my candidacy for reelection as Vice President.

I have been a member of MnUSA since 1981, and at that time I was an active member of the Mystic Riders in Princeton, MN. Over the years I have belonged to the Cambridge Drift Dusters, and Rum River Sno Riders in Milaca. I’m currently the President of the Sherburne County Snowmobile Trail Association, Trail Coordinator for the Elk Lake Easy Riders and a member of the Elm Creek Snow Cruisers, NW Trails and ACSA. I also belong to the Michigan Snowmobile Trail Association and the Jackson Hole Snow Devils in Jackson, Wy. My hopes and plans are to help MnUSA move into the 21st century and to promote new members throughout the state of Minnesota. I am available to travel to a wide range of locations upon request to participate in local club meetings or events. Feel free to contact me and I’ll do my best to join you if I can. Keep in mind that winter is riding season for me; I typically log more than 6,000 miles on my sleds each year.

I will appreciate your vote at the fall conference in St. Louis Park at the Mariott West on Oct. 25. I look forward to seeing many of you there.

Scotty Harder

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Gordon Heitke, Nominee for Treasurer

Janet Widness, Candidate for Secretary

I began my snowmobiling life in 1967 on a locally manufactured Boatel Ski-Bird. Since then, I have owned numerous machines and different brands.

My current ride involves four manufacturers—an Arctic Cat chassis, powered by Yamaha, with the BRP luggage system, and using Polaris navigation. The majority of my riding occurs on the many fine trails in Aitkin, Carlton, Kanabec, and Pine counties.

Hi fellow snowmobilers! I feel that most of you know me, Janet Widness of Clitherall, by now after many years serving on the Executive Board (EB) currently Secretary, and from attending many MnUSA events.

I was asked, “What do you ride?”

It all started when my dad bought our family a 1971 Moto-Ski Zephyr that my brother and I rode hundreds of hours around our block and on the lake at our cabin. A few years after Woody and I got I have been a MnUSA member for 33 years. In recent married, we purchased a 1990 Arctic Cat Pantera 2-up years, I’ve been active in the association, serving on and started to hit the local trails. As we enjoyed riding, multiple committees and serving as Secretary and we traded up to two 1998 Arctic Cat Jag 440s. How I Treasurer. loved those “Cat Eye” lights that reflected on the snow.

Next were 2004 Arctic Cat ZR 570s and we currently As an officer serving on the Executive Board, I have been ride 2015 Arctic Cat Z4000 sleds. You could say that we very involved in recent organizational changes made are a “Arctic Cat Family,” as we also have a 2004 Arctic and those currently underway. Those actions include Cat 400 4-wheeler and green riding lawn mower. It is establishing current job descriptions and personnel policies very green in the garage! to allow for the better utilization and management of staff, and a new financial accounting system and financial We love hitting our local trails out our back door as we policies and procedures to comply with generally accepted say, “You don’t have to go far or out of the state to ride accounting principles to provide for consistent and some of the most beautiful trails!” The trails in Otter reliable financial statements. These financial management Tail and Douglas counties give you a wide variety of measures are necessary, especially in view of another scenery from prairie to woods to hills that remind you of significant accomplishment—gaining 501(c)(3) status from Lake Superior areas. Come ride with us! the IRS, allowing us to receive tax-deductible donations and grants. Our financial management and condition is I am hoping that you will vote again for me as your likely to be subject to more scrutiny by the IRS, donors, MnUSA Secretary. The present EB has lots going on to and grantors, being a 501(c)(3) organization. MnUSA’s move MnUSA into the next century, and I want to see new membership management system will significantly them go forward and not backwards. My experience is improve the ability of MnUSA and local clubs to manage that I have been secretary for many terms and treasurer members in a more timely and cost-efficient manner. over the years 2008-2010, 2012-2013, 2020-2025. Plus, I am the Charity/ Awards Chairperson (since 2008).

MnUSA needs to continue to adapt to meet the challenges Both Woody and I have been members of MnUSA of increased costs to maintain our trail system, funding (since 2001), XM and several local clubs. stability in view of fluctuations in snowfall and revenues, and an aging membership. Managing MnUSA’s finances needs to continue to be a focus, including an improved budget development and monitoring process, and the reduction of staff hours during the lower activity summer months, instituted this fiscal year. I look forward to the opportunity to continue the implementation of these organizational changes to enable MnUSA to be an effective resource for the sport of snowmobiling in the future.

Gordon Heitke

I understand what the EB duties are, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact one of us for more information. See you on the trails this winter!

Janet Widness

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“A Major Step Forward” for OffͲRoad Access From our partners at ORBA: Bakersfield, CA — July 8, 2025 — The OffͲ Road Business Association (ORBA) applauds the July 3rd Executive Order issued

by President Donald J. Trump establishing the Make America Beautiful Again Commission, calling it a “major step forward” in restoring access to public lands and ensuring the future of responsible outdoor recreation.

“This executive order sends a strong message: public lands belong to the people,” said ORBA CEO Fred Wiley. “For too long, our community has faced unnecessary restrictions, deferred maintenance, and bureaucratic delays. This policy recognizes what we’ve always known—offͲroad recreation is not a threat to conservation. It’s a partner.”

The order directs federal land agencies— including the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service—to cut red tape, expand access for recreation, hunting, and fishing, and prioritize collaborative, voluntary conservation strategies. It also highlights the growing role of the outdoor recreation economy, which contributes over $1.2 trillion in annual output and supports more than 5 million American jobs.

According to the Executive Order: “The Commission shall… develop policies to expand access to public lands, national parks, national forests, and wildlife refuges while promoting a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities like hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, climbing, boating, offͲroading, and wildlife viewing.”

The full executive order can be read here: Executive Order on the Make America Beautiful Again Commission (WhiteHouse.gov) “OffͲroad businesses are economic engines in rural America,” Wiley continued.

“This EO gives our community a seat at the Big East Powersports Show table. We intend to use it.”

The newly formed Make America Beautiful The Big East Powersports Show at the Again Commission, chaired by the SecreNew York State Fairgrounds in Syratary of the Interior, will provide actionable cuse, N.Y. is back! The 31st Annual recommendations to the President. ORBA Big East Show kicks off on October will immediately begin advocating for offͲ 3rd through the 4th. All the new sleds road recreation and industry inclusion in and gear will be there at the show this process—ensuring that responsible motorized access remains protected as a along with vendors of everything you legacy for future generations. can imagine: gear, parts, accessories, The Commission’s focus on interagency fabricators, destinations, lubricants, collaboration, clean water access, wildlife trailers and more! More info can be restoration, and land use modernization aligns with ORBA’s longstanding mission: to found at https:// www.bigeastpowersportsshow.com/2 protect trails, expand riding opportunities, and promote stewardship through educa025/home tion and industry leadership.

Polaris In the News “This is an invitation to show the country how OHV users care for the land we ride,” Polaris has announced their new and said Wiley. “We’ll answer that call.” innovative MAYTRYX platform— ORBA encourages all members of the offͲ road community to stay engaged, get orga- anarrower more comfortable and nized, and support efforts that ensure their innovative riding position, sleek panvoice is heard during the implementation els that minimize drag in the snow, of this new federal policy. and the wonderful A7S powered by

the RIDE COMMAND System offering Arctic Cat Steps Up to the Plate GPS and ‘Group Ride’ capabilities. (author’s note: We rode Polaris in Just when we thought they were done, Alaska and used the RIDE COMMAND along comes Brad Darling and brings which performed flawlessly—we nevback Arctic Cat, ramping up production er lost a rider!).

for the 2026 season and dropping a SkiͲDoo News for the MY 2026 surprise on everyone at Hay Days— Arctic Cat introduces Electronic Power This year, SkiͲDoo is fielding a 10.25 Steering (EPS) on the 2026 EXT Special digital display featuring integrated and ZR 600 EPS models! Brad says, GPS and offline ‘group ride technolo“We moved this company over to a gy’. Also BRP is featuring the REV Gen bunch of riders” The company is now 5 platform, a more efficient Rotax engine design, lighterͲweight compoowned and run by riders— nents, reͲdesigned heat exchangers.

Snowmobiles and Off Road ATVs and They are also introducing a zero emisSxS’s! Brad Darling has been involved sion Expedition model to be used for with Arctic Cat for much of his career and is ready to take it to the next level. specific purposes /short distances.

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Dec 6 • Delano Snowstormers Silent Auction Fundraiser, 5pm at Delano American Legion Post 377, Delano, MN Dec 12 • Carver County Snowrunners Annual Christmas Party, 5pm at Hollywood Sports Complex, Hollywood, MN Jan 22-24 • Snowmobile Rendezvous, Pequot Lakes Vintage and Antique Show Jan 30-31 • Midwest Ride-In, Dehn’s Pumpkins and Event Center, Dayton, MN Feb 6-9 • MnUSA Rendezvous, South Shore Hotel on Lake Bemidji

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Saturday at Mt. Zion Ski Hill Ice Skating: Enjoy some ice skating for the whole family! Friday, 4 PM - 8 PM and Saturday 12 PM - 6 PM at the Pat O’Donnell Civic Center (across the street from Mt. Zion Ski Hill).

2025-2026 National Tour IRONWOOD, MI • DEC 12-13 The opening round of the year kicks in off Ironwood, Michigan at Mt. Zion Ski Hill. This track promises to offer an impressive, elevation-charged track to open the season. AMSOIL

SHAKOPEE, MN • JAN 9-10 The new year brings a fun-filled festival of snow and speed at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minn., on January 10th & 11th. The bucket-list event features vast inside seating, pro autograph sessions, coloring zone, airbrush tattoos, special guest appearances, opportunities for kids to drive a snowmobile, vendors, and much more!

DEADWOOD, SD • JAN 24-25 No stop on the AMSOIL Championship Snocross circuit brings fans closer to the action than Deadwood, S.D. The two-day event offers up the most compact track of the season, and the Days of 76 Rodeo Grounds are packed to the rafters with fans. The venue rests in the heart of historic Deadwood and allows the snocross faithful to walk in from their favorite downtown stomp. Don’t miss out on the pro autograph session, fireworks, opportunities for kids to drive a snowmobile, vendors, and more much!

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VALCOURT, QC • FEB 14-15 The series heads north of the border for the first time in years, as the Pro classes will head to Quebec for the Grand Prix Ski-Doo de Valcourt.

The Grand Prix has become worldrenowned since it was established in 1983. Valcourt will celebrate its 41st anniversary in February and is a must-stop for athletes and the most passionate snowmobile fans on the planet. The 2025 event will feature the world’s top riders, including the Pro, Pro Lite, & Pro Women classes of AMSOIL Championship Snocross.

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SALAMANCA, NY • FEB 20-21 The series will triumphantly return to Salamanca, N.Y, for two days of racing on February 21st & 22nd at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino.

With top-of-the-line accommodations and top-notch fans this a bucket list event people do not want to miss! Don’t miss out on the pro autograph session, fireworks, opportunities for kids to drive a snowmobile, vendors, and more much!

ELK RIVER, MN • MAR 6-7 Don’t miss the highly anticipated return of Amsoil Championship Snocross at ERX Motor Park in Elk River, MN. Enjoy the high-flying snowmobile racing actions from the grandstands or warm up in the chalet. On your way in, make your way through the vending area and be sure to visit the pit.

Enjoy multiple food and beverage options, fan-friendly sponsor and vendor display areas, and close access to the pit.

EAGLE RIVER, WI • MAR 13-14 The tour heads to the legendary World Championship Derby Complex in Eagle River, Wis., for the Hayes Brakes Snocross National. Eagle River is celebrated for its challenging turns and thrilling straightaways, making it a favorite among riders and fans alike. This historic venue, often referred to as the “Snowmobile Capital of the World,” has been a cornerstone of the snocross community, offering an unforgettable backdrop for the sport’s most electrifying moments.

DULUTH, MN • APR 3-4 Finally, the season will culminate at the AMSOIL Duluth Snocross National on April 3-4. This event marks the return to the shores of Lake Superior at Spirit Mountain in Duluth, MN where the series will crown its champions. With over three decades of history, Duluth is where legends are made, and its return as the season-ending event will undoubtedly bring an exhilarating close to the 2025-2026 series.

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Thank You!

The following members have paid an extra fee to protect our trails!

Join them by doing your share. Contact the MnUSA office today.

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Bob Skoglund Brad Eldred Brent & Jenny Oberdieck Brian & Janeen Lucker Brian & Penny Lund Brian Brown Brian Reckow Bruce & Lee Ann Hughes Bruce Carlson Carl & Mercedes Hanson Charles & Sandy Doherty

Charlie & Sue Johnson Chris & Doreen Anderson Chris & Michele Keyport Chris Rokke Craig & Yvonne Peterson Craig Zweber Dale & Sonya Clementson Dane & Barb Hasbrouck Daniel & Janet Feeney Daniel Osterkamp Danny & Fay Yochum Dave & Patti Myers Dave & Tammy Wolf David & Dianna Martin David Van Wie Dean & Rita Meichsner Deb Pomroy & Ray Barnes Dennis Heimerman Doug Nigon Dustin Knutson Earl Klersy Edward Barnick Elmer & Margaret Cone

Eric & Angela Bachinski Gary & Judy Lothenbach Gary & Leslee Granke Gary Butz Gordon Brekken Gregory Shepard Gretchen Bonik J. A. Connelly Jason & Brooke Huerkamp Jay Loeffler Jeff & Terri Jo Melo Jeff Alberts Jeff Kack & Louise Kack Jeff Walstrom Jeff Ylinen Jeffrey Price Jill & Randy Brandt Jill Erickson-Buresh Jim & Barb Mickow Jim & Laura Bush Jim Bryant Jim Carlson Jim Skoglund

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Patrick Shea Paul & Barb Maki Paul Kirscht Paul Vranish Petschl Family Randy LaBerge Rex & Arlene Holzemer Rich & Ruth Zeman Richard & Barbara Mayer Richard & Barbara Schmidt Richard & Judith Johnson Richard Buresh Rick & Ruth Whitcomb Rob & Raegan Sipe Rob Abear Rob White Robert & Gayle Holt Robert Carney Robert Nistler Rod Skorich Rolf & Ben Flaig Ron Peterson Ron Warhol Russell Stolen Rusty Eichorn & Toni Brose Scott & Lisa Wakefield Shay Godse & Charles Alvino Sheri & Russell Gades Steve & Brittni Meier Steve & Carolyn Blake Steve & Terri Kast Steven & Jane Spaeth Steven & Linda Knopp Stuart & Jennifer Simek Terry & Debbie Hutchinson Terry & Dianne Peterson Terry Baar Terry Johnson Tim & Karen Bothun Tim & Linda Clark Tim & Tammy LePage Todd Johnson Todd Novitsky Tony & Val Barthel Trace & Lisa McCoy Troy Beckers Troy Halvorson Walter & Connie Petersen Willard & Kim Hunnewell William Kuehn William Moreland William R Barthold Wyat Vandal

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1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 1/4 cups boiling water 3 1/2 cups seasoned stuffing crumbs 10 3/4 oz can cream of celery soup 3/4 cup milk 1 1/2 cups cooked turkey (or chicken if you prefer) 10 oz box frozen peas, thawed 2.8 oz can Durkee/French’s fried onions Preheat oven to 350 degrees and butter a 1 1/2 qt baking dish.

Combine water and butter; stir until butter melts. Pour over stuffing crumbs and mix gently. Press stuffing across bottom and up sides of baking dish to form a shell.

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Vintage News by Dave Guenther 32nd Annual

Antique SNOWMOBILE Rendezvous First a little background on our yearly get-together here in Pequot! The Antique Snowmobile Rendezvous started back 32 years ago with the Pequot Lakes Area Lions Club with the idea of hosting a winter event. Between Brainerd and Walker and the communities in the area, everyone coordinated different events for different weekends—Brainerd Ice Fishing Extravaganza, Walker Eel Pout Festival, Back to Hack Days in Hackensack, Winter Jubilee in Nisswa, and Breezy Point Ice Fest, to name a few.

Greetings from Pequot Lakes, MN!

Thirty-two years ago, we decided to start an Antique Snowmobile weekend here in Pequot. Thirty-two machines showed up; not a big bunch, but those 32 participants had so much fun that they told others and it has grown to what it is today!

A few years after starting our event, the Midwest Vintage Snowmobile Show (MVSS) in Waconia was also growing. After working with this group, we started running together for consecutive weekends as people would come from all over—from Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Illinois—to join in on the fun because they could hit two big shows in Minnesota.

They could come to Pequot, enjoy the trails on some newer machines, which many brought along with their vintage and antique machines, and then hit Waconia. It was a win-win for both shows and communities.

This show is free; we do not charge anything for spectators. Participants just bring an item for the door prize giveaway at the banquet Saturday night. The meal at the Legion is the only thing participants pay for if they chose to join us, plus lodging in the area, and meals throughout the weekend. Our club relies on donations to help keep the costs down from organizations, as the Antique Snowmobile Club of America and the Sno Barons in the past. Our thought is people pay enough in gas, lodging and everything else, so we try to keep it affordable for everyone.

A few years later the Lions wanted to step away, and the Pequot Brush Pilots snowmobile club took over the show and still run it today. We are a small club but maintain trails in the Pequot Lakes area and Breezy Point.

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A Thursday night potluck at Dave and Barb Guenther’s Thursday night kicks off the weekend. On Friday there is a great trail ride to Lakes Tavern and to Nisswa and anywhere you care to ride on the Paul Bunyan Trail.

There’s also a free hot dog cookout at Larry Rasmuson’s farm just north of town in the late afternoon. Saturday is a show, performance demonstrations, another trail ride

to the north, a small swap meet and the supper/awards and banquet, always with a great guest speaker for everyone’s enjoyment. It’s a family get-together that’s very laid back, with time to visit and enjoy each other’s company, meet new friend and enjoy the old machines and make new memories!

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Club News Byron Snow Bears and Kasson-Mantorville Snowdrifters

by Scott Wakefield

The Great Southern MN Swap Meet and Vintage Sled Show was held Sunday, September 28 at the Kasson Fairgrounds. What a beautiful fall day for a snowmobile show, and the numbers showed, as the lanes of buyers was packed to the delight of the swappers on site.

Dealers had a good day too, selling older stock, trade-ins and the like.

There was plenty of good food and a live broadcast of the Vikings game in Dubin, Ireland playing in the background to boot. What else do you need?

MnUSA was again in a primo spot, selling raffle calendars and memberships, and handing out free stickers and DNR quadrant maps. We want to thank the Byron Snow Bears, especially for the invite, and for the Kasson-Mantorville Snowdrifters for all they do! We were lucky enough to get them all together for a team photo in front of our booth. Looking forward to next year.

River City Snow Riders Annual Swap Meet by Scott Wakefield River City Snow Riders of Elk River held their annual Swap Meet at the Elk River Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 4. It was a bit windy and warm—actually, it was very windy and very hot, but so were the deals! It was another great crowd this year, with lots of activity at our MnUSA booth selling raffle calendars and having great discussions with members and non-members. We came so close from a non-member, we got a “G” (inside joke)!

And the food was spectacular! The Elk Lake Easy Riders’ pork chop is to die for. I know people who were eating them at 8am in the morning for breakfast. A breakfast pork chop, coming soon to your nearest McDonald’s. Well let’s not get carried away here, but they are that good. And who doesn’t want a pork chop and a beer on a hot October day?

We will be back again next year. Thanks to the River City Snow Riders for all the help and the invite.

If you’re in the area and looking for a club to join, contact them at rivercitysnowriders.org.

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Club News

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Northern Pine Riders— 55 Years Stronger by Dean Weske, President The Northern Pine Riders Snowmobile Club is celebrating our 55th Anniversary this year! It all started in 1970 by a great group of like-minded individuals with a simple idea to improve and provide great, safe trails for snowmobilers.

Our club has faced many challenges over the years, most recently the ice storm in 2022 that impacted most of our trails. But with perseverance and determination we got most of them cleared in time for a great season.

Through our club’s charitable gambling we have had opportunities to give back to the communities within our trail system. We have locally donated over $1.3 million to help as needed. Some benefitted programs are local youth programs, local food shelves, community events, and other snowmobile clubs.

In addition to our commitment to our communities, as listed above, we host annual snowmobile training and support for young and new riders at our clubhouse.

Thank you to all the early club members who started with this goal and to our current members who continue to support it.

As we celebrate this anniversary, we welcome new members. If you would like to join us, we meet the second Friday of the month at 7:30 pm at our club building in Willow River located ¼ mile west of the I-35 and Pine County Hwy 43 Junction.

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Redwood Falls

11/25/2025 $25.00

Leo Schmitz

Foley

11/26/2025 $25.00

Michael Milner

Andover

11/27/2025

$250.00 Mark Wentz

West Fargo

11/28/2025 $25.00

Clive Burton

Maple Grove

11/29/2025 $50.00

Robert Zimmerman

Carver

11/30/2025 $50.00

Art Farber

Motley

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Club News

Aitkin Sno-Drifters Landowner Appreciation Open House

by Scott Wakefield

On Saturday, October 11, the Aitkin Sno-Drifters held a Landowner Appreciation Open House at the Aitkin County Fairgrounds. What a wonderful fall Saturday for an event! The first thing that hit you was the smell of the roasting pork from Double D’s Meats, and then the smell of the freshly made sweet cupcakes by Janet Donner, master baker.

raised by some nearly 125 golfers. This year he picked the Aitkin Sno-Drifters! A nice check was presented for $8,000, payable to the Sno-Drifters. Now that put the day over the top!

The Aitkin Sno-Drifters would like to thank the following donators for the event: Block North Brew Pub, Deerstand, The Joint, The Landing, 40 Club, The Bridge Tavern, Coach’s Corner, Riverside Pub, Double D’s Meats, and the Lakeview Inn. Can’t wait till next year guys, and thanks for the extra pork and cupcakes for the ride home.

The Sno-Drifters had the groomer out front and some sleds inside, with games for the kids, a club membership table and 50-50 raffle. At our MnUSA Membership booth we sold raffle calendars and memberships, gave out free DNR quadrant maps, stickers and the like. Towards the end of the very well attended, and very fulfilling meal, was the biggest surprise of the day! World traveling chef, the man, the myth, the legend of Block North Brew Pub in downtown Aitkin, Pete Lowe Jr. put on a charity golf tournament which he does each year. Afterwards he picks a worthy organization in the community to receive funds 26

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groomer passage and rider safety. Bringing all caution areas and signage up to date is an ongoing priority, keeping trails safe.

Additional focus is on youth snowmobile safety training— teaching young students the rules and regulations of safely operating a snowmobile by our certified safety instructors and club members.

Snowstormers’ purpose is to promote great snowmobile trails and safe riding in the Delano area and to teach Youth Delano Snowstormers is seeking donations Snowmobile Safety Training for students for their Silent Auction Fundraiser. Proceeds every year in January. Trail maintenance, are used to help defer expenses of trail development, bridge work and grooming is maintenance tools and equipment, and our completed by our volunteer club members.

Youth Snowmobile Safety Training program.

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MnUSA Business Partners

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Visit Bemidji Bemidji, MN 218-444-6081

Clancy’s on Island Lake Park Rapids, MN 218-732-5270

Midwest Machinery Co. Aitkin, MN 218-927-2140

Hoot-N-Holler Blackduck, MN 218-659-9225

Emmaville Inn, Inc. Park Rapids, MN 218-732-8544

Mudflats Bar & Grill Aitkin, MN 218-678-3122

Points North Services Angle Inlet, MN 218-223-4201

North Country Hardware Clearbrook, MN 218-776-3615

Heartland Inn Hotel Park Rapids, MN 218-732-1471

Sled Girlz Ada, MN 701-405-3448

Lobo’s Bar & Grill Lake Itasca, MN 218-266-3611

Points North Services Angle Inlet, MN 218-223-4201

Side Track Tap Bar & Grill Leonard, MN 218-968-2304

Thelen’s Concrete Products Park Rapids, MN 218-732-1458

Paulbeck’s Country Market Aitkin, MN 218-927-6919

Brustad Land Surveying Bagley, MN 218-694-5280

Anchorage Inn Longville, MN 218-363-2236

Galen’s Fresh Food Market & Hardware Hank Bagley, MN 218-694-6212

Docksider Longville, MN 218-363-2565

Zorbaz in Park Rapids Park Rapids, MN 218-237-1969

LaVallee Inc Longville, MN 905-670-1588

LTC Water Control St Paul, MN 651-329-2732

Longville Campground Longville, MN 218-363-2610

Visit Thief River Falls Thief River Falls, MN 218-686-9785

Adrian’s Resort Baudette, MN 218-634-1985

Longville Lakes Bottle Shop Longville, MN 218-363-3249

√Country Inn - Walker Walker, MN 218-547-1400

Ballard’s Resort Baudette, MN 218-634-1849

Longville Turtle Town Café Longville, MN 218-363-3333

Border Bank Baudette, MN 218-634-3300

Motorheads of Longville Longville, MN 218-363-3499

Cyrus Resort Baudette, MN 218-634-2548

Musky House Marine Longville, MN 218-363-2044

Lake of the Wood Marine Baudette, MN 218-634-2289

One Stop Convenience Store Longville, MN 218-363-2252

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Pinks Repair Bagley, MN 218-694-6575 Gerbracht Logging Baley, MN 218-694-2132

LOW Passenger Service Baudette, MN 218-395-0414 Northern Sports Baudette, MN 218-634-1089

Up North Power & Sports Park Rapids, MN 218-237-5670

Riverside Pub Aitkin, MN 218-927-3915

Wehrs AG Group Park Rapids, MN

Security State Insurance Aitkin, MN 218-927-3712

Fraternal Order of Eagles Warroad Aerie 4195 Warroad, MN Upper Red Lake Area Association Waskish, MN 218-556-5844

Walleye Capital Sanitation Baudette, MN 218-634-3151

Sportsman’s Oak Island Lodge Oak Island, MN 218-223-8411

Bemidji Sports Centre Bemidji, MN 218-751-4477

Sunset Lodge Resort Oak Island, MN

Tire Barn Aitkin, MN 218-927-1444 Ash Trail Lodge Ash River, MN 218-374-3131 Ash-Ka-Nam Resort Ash River, MN 218-374-3181 Frontier Resort Ash River, MN 866-950-2986 Big Falls Liquor Store Big Falls, MN 218-276-3333 Pritchards Corner Big Falls, MN 218-276-3400

Carrot’s Auto Body Waubun, MN 218-473-2417

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Antler Lake Store & Motel Inc. Bigfork, MN 218-245-2369 First State Bank of Bigfork Bigfork, MN 218-743-3145

Frontier Sports Marcell, MN Pinehurst Resort Naytahwaush, MN 218-935-5745

The Glen Store and Grill Aitkin, MN 320-684-2229 The Landing Aitkin, MN 218-927-9998

Lakes Area Power Sports Walker, MN 218-547-1558

Olson’s Outdoor Sports Mahnomen, MN 218-935-2355

Sportsman’s Lodge Baudette, MN 218-634-1342

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Pine Inn Aitkin, MN 320-684-2452

40 Club Restaurant & Bar Aitkin, MN 218-927-7090

Golf on the Edge Bigfork, MN 218-743-3626

Aitkin Flyers Aitkin, MN 218-927-2557

Kocian’s Family Market Bigfork, MN 218-743-3113

Farm Island Store Aitkin, MN 218-927-3791

Loon Point Resort Bigfork, MN 218-245-1470

Powell Auto Sales & Service Bigfork, MN 218-743-3795 The Shop Bigfork, MN 218-743-3666 Rons Korner Market Bovey, MN 218-247-7351 Dawghouse Bar & Grill LLC Canyon, MN 218-345-8830 Nelson Funeral Care Cloquet, MN 218-879-3225 Reliable Insurance Agency Cloquet, MN 218-514-7705 √Florio’s Grill & Tavern Cohasset, MN 218-999-7077 √Lake Vermilion Resort Association Cook, MN 218-666-5850 Vermilion Hotel Cook, MN 218-666-2272 Wilbert Café & El Toro Lounge Cotton, MN 218-482-3318 Eagle Lake Plumbing Cromwell, MN 218-644-3010 Bowstring Shores Resort Deer River, MN 218-832-3101 Outpost Bar and Grill Deer River, MN 218-246-9868 Riley’s Cannibal Jct Deer River, MN 218-832-3656 El Oasis Del Norte Duluth, MN 218-464-0824 Effie Country Service Effie, MN 218-743-3616 Neighborhood Tavern, LLC. Effie, MN 218-743-3286 Dan’s Garage Ely, MN 218-235-1625

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Ely Chamber Of Commerce Ely, MN 218-365-6123

Visit Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, MN 218-326-9607

√Grand Ely Lodge Ely, MN 218-365-6565

Wildwood Resort Grand Rapids, MN 218-328-5858

Joe’s Marine & Repair Inc Ely, MN 218-365-6264

International Falls CVB International Falls, MN 218-283-9401

Kuehl’s Logging LLC Ely, MN 218-365-5504

Island View Lodge International Falls, MN 218-286-3511

Paddle Inn Motel Ely, MN 218-365-6036

Rainy Lake One Stop International Falls, MN 218-286-5700

Rock Country Masonry Ely, MN 218-235-3471

Ranier Municipal Liquor International Falls, MN 218-286-3343

5 Seasons Sports Center Inc Eveleth, MN 218-744-5874

The Junction International Falls, MN 218-283-3339

At Your Convenience Eveleth, MN 218-744-1509 BoomTown Woodfire Grill & Brewery Eveleth, MN 218-248-8381 √Iron Range Tourism Bureau Eveleth, MN 218-969-1755 Margies Roosevelt Bar Eveleth, MN 218-744-2121 Super 8 - Eveleth Eveleth, MN 218-297-0782 Timber’s Edge Bar & Grill Eveleth, MN 218-744-2627 Mainline Station Floodwood, MN 218-476-2222 The Event Center Floodwood, MN 218-591-4333 Blackberry Junction Grand Rapids, MN 763-442-8012 √Jig Rock Ranch Grand Rapids, MN 218-244-6797 Mississippi Diamond Jewelers Grand Rapids, MN 218-326-6242

Thunderbird Lodge International Falls, MN 218-286-3151 Up North Builders, Inc. International Falls, MN 218-285-3635 Jensen Concrete Pumping & Services LLC Jacobson, MN 651-230-4663 √Arrowhead Lodge Resort & Outfitters Kabetogama, MN 218-875-2141

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Edge of the Wilderness Realty Marcell, MN 218-832-4000 Lakeside Lumber & Hardware Marcell, MN 218-832-3300 North Star Lake Resort Marcell, MN 218-832-3131 Timberwolf Inn Marcell, MN 218-832-3990 √Bann’s Bar & Restaurant McGregor, MN 218-426-3450 √Big Sandy Lodge & Resort McGregor, MN 218-426-5040 Dependable Demolition McGregor, MN 218-820-0174 Fisherman’s Bay McGregor, MN 218-426-4662 Floe International Inc McGregor, MN 800-336-6337 Glen’s Sign Dezine McGregor, MN 218-426-4009 Grand Timber Bank McGregor, MN 218-768-2410

Blind Pig Tavern Kabetogama, MN 218-875-2310

Hillcrest Resort McGregor, MN 218-426-3323

Border Guide Service Kabetogama, MN 218-324-2430

Mark’s Bar McGregor, MN 218-426-8040

Kec’s Kove Resort Kabetogama, MN 218-875-2841

McGregor Ace Hardware McGregor, MN 218-419-2920

Sandy Point Lodge, Inc Kabetogama, MN 218-875-2615

McGregor Realty McGregor, MN 218-244-7242

The Rocky Ledge Kabetogama, MN 218-875-3481

Meyer’s Service McGregor, MN 218-426-0026

Cedar Point Resort Marcell, MN 218-832-3808

Minnesota National Golf Club & Resort McGregor, MN 218-426-4444

Edge of the Wilderness Lodging Association Marcell, MN 888-754-0011

Northland Parts McGregor, MN 218-768-3132

MnUSA Business Partners School House Café/ The Country House McGregor, MN 218-768-2403 Willeys Marine & Sports McGregor, MN 218-426-4350 √Melrude Whistle Stop Melrude, MN 218-969-5632 City of Mizpah Mizpah, MN

Tavern in the Bay Tower, MN 218-753-8888

Lake Country Foods Emily, MN 218-763-7700

Vermilion Club Tower, MN 218-753-6277

Log Cabin Bar Emily, MN 218-763-2591

C&B Warehouse Virginia, MN 218-741-3103

NAK Machining & Repair Emily, MN 218-838-8795

Edwards Oil Virginia, MN 218-741-9634

Redding’s Sports & Spirits Emily, MN 218-763-2191

Mizpah Community Events Mizpah, MN REGION

Fisher’s Petroleum, Inc. Northome, MN 218-897-5249

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Northland Progressive Inc. Northome, MN

Brothers Motorsports Baxter, MN 218-829-6656

Northome Grocery Northome, MN 218-897-5261

√Cragun’s Resort Brainerd, MN 800-272-4867

Northome Municipal Liquor Northome, MN 218-897-9501

Green Lantern Bar & Grill Brainerd, MN 218-764-2323

√Oveson’s Pelican Lake Resort & Inn Orr, MN 218-757-3613 MJ’s Lodge & Resort Pengilly, MN 218-885-1093 Boondocks Bar & Grill Ray, MN 218-875-2700 Swan River Redeye Swan River, MN 218-492-4512 Hayslips Corner Talmoon, MN 218-832-3516 City of Tamarack Tamarack, MN 218-768-0975 Meld Electric Tamarack, MN 320-267-8918 √Fortune Bay Resort Casino Tower, MN 218-753-6400 Lake Vermilion House Boats Inc Tower, MN 218-753-3548

√Kavanaugh’s Resort Brainerd, MN 218-829-5226 The Barn Inn at Solid Rock Browerville, MN 218-296-1205 Canvasworks Inc SnoCaps Cokato, MN 320-559-0165 Lincoln Area Business Association Cushing, MN 800-462-0203 Hansen Sports on Bay Lake Deerwood, MN 218-678-2051 Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge Deerwood, MN 218-678-2885

Ryder Loon Lodge LLC Emily, MN 612-801-9687 The Pickled Loon Saloon Emily, MN 218-763-4402 √Wigwam Motel Emily, MN 218-763-2995 Lake Country Properties Emily, MN 218-763-3800 Castaways Bar, Restaurant & Camp Isle, MN 320-684-2380 Fishers Resort Isle, MN 320-684-2221 Zorbaz on Gull Lake Shore, MN 218-963-4790

“√” Denotes Show Your Card Member Discount New Business Partner highlighted in yellow RE/MAX Results - Alex Hartmann Remer, MN 651-334-5000 Lund Manufacturing / Sledbed Royalton, MN 320-584-4800 √AmericInn of Sauk Centre Sauk Centre, MN 320-352-2800 √Centre Powersports & Marine Sauk Centre, MN 320-351-7669 Country Cat Sauk Centre, MN 320-351-4481 Phil Polipnick Insurance Sauk Centre, MN 320-352-6171

Hoffbeck Electric and Design Nisswa, MN218-963-9568 Re/Max Results - Denise Beneke Outing, MN 612-269-3490

Marshall Machine Shop Marshall, MN 507-532-3613 New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce New Ulm, MN 507-233-4300

Union Hill Bar & Grill New Prague, MN 952-758-4239

Millers Market St. Charles, MN 507-932-3760

Hugo’s Bar Brimson, MN 218-848-2220

Tony’s Grain Systems and Buildings Winnebago, MN 507-525-5800

BJ’s Bar & Grill Theilman, MN 507-534-3590

Country Corner Bar Brookston, MN

Brewskies Bar & Grill Utica, MN 507-932-3485 D & M Body Shop Inc Waseca, MN 507-835-5480

Caledonia Lumber Caledonia, MN 507-725-3381 4

Elba Valley Express Elba, MN 507-932-5489

Grover Farm Amboy, MN 507-381-7385

Tony’s Saloon Elba, MN 507-932-4969

Holiday Inn Fairmont, MN 507-238-4771

S&A Petroleum Lanesboro, MN 507-467-2121

Visit Fairmont Fairmont, MN 507-235-8585

Lake Front Bar & Grill Le Center, MN Little Dandy Sports Bar Le Center, MN

Anderson Carpet Service Elk River, MN

Thomas Sno Sports Ogilvie, MN 320-556-3467

C & A Pro Skis Hutchinson, MN 320-587-7707

ERX Motor Park Elk River, MN 763-722-4977

Reds Storage Outing, MN 218-513-3635

Fahey Flooring Le Sueur, MN

Brewster’s Bar & Grill Lonsdale, MN 507-744-2370

Emily Ace Hardware Emily, MN 218-763-2691

Mavericks Saloon Pine City, MN 320-629-6299

County Line Ag Madelia, MN 507-380-9015

Rail 19 Bar & Grill Lonsdale, MN 507-744-5528

Frank’s Resort Emily, MN 218-763-2246

Waste Partners Pine River, MN 218-587-8727

Southern MN High Pressure Piping Madelia, MN 507-621-0177

King’s Bar & Grill Miesville, MN 651-437-1418

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Billy’s Bar & Grill Duluth, MN 218-525-4720 Blue Max Duluth, MN 218-721-4255

Wildhurst Lodge & Campgrounds Inc Finland, MN 218-353-7337 Johnson Supply Co. Hermantown, MN 218-722-1717 Weis Eye Center, PA Hermantown, MN 218-625-1917 √Knotted Pine Inn & Tavern Isabella, MN 218-323-7681 Moose Country Tile & Stone Lutsen, MN Trailside Lounge & Grill, Inc Meadowlands, MN 218-427-2773 Hoss Construction Saginaw, MN 218-393-4261

Breeze Inn Duluth, MN 218-525-2883

LaBerge Logging & Contracting Silver Bay, MN 218-226-3586

Do North Sportsmen’s Edition Duluth, MN 218-721-3568

√AmericInn By Wyndham Tofte Tofte, MN 218-663-7899

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Hi Banks Resort Duluth, MN 888-924-3355

American Legion Post 109 Two Harbors, MN 218-834-4141

Anoka Area Chamber Anoka, MN 763-421-7130

Jauss Properties Duluth, MN 218-728-4523

Caliber, Inc. Burnsville, MN 952-985-9999

Marshall Hardware Duluth, MN 218-525-3638

√AmericInn by Wyndham - Two Harbors Two Harbors, MN 218-834-3000

Max Steininger Inc. Eagan, MN 651-454-6620

Outlaw Services LLC Duluth, MN 218-343-0689

√Northway Sports East Bethel, MN 763-413-8988

Pequaywan Inn Duluth, MN 218-848-2201

MESC I Triplefest Hugo, MN 651-392-7185

Sheet Metal Solutions Duluth, MN 218-721-4424

√Chopper City Sports Fridley, MN 763-572-2100

Crooked Lake Resort Finland, MN 218-220-0211

Hardline Exteriors LLC Lakeville, MN 651-242-4740

Friends of Finland Finland, MN 218-353-0300

√Lighthouse Motorsports & Marine Rosemount, MN 651-322-4420

Trestle Inn Finland, MN 218-830-0523

Cedar Valley Resort & Outfitters Whalan, MN 507-467-9000

Mauers Bros. Tavern Altura, MN 507-932-9957

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√Spicer Sports & Marine Spicer, MN 320-796-2185

United Employees Credit Union Albert Lea, MN 507-377-1616

Westside Sports Wadena, MN 218-631-1113

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√Sette Sports Center Inc Owatonna, MN 507-451-6922 √Beaver Bay Sports Beaver Bay, MN 218-226-4666

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Ross Seelhammer Plumbing Wadena, MN 218-371-1623

√Century Power Sports Stillwater, MN 651-439-2035

Preston Equipment Co. Preston, MN 507-765-3803

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ATV Minnesota Stacy, MN 800-442-8826

St. Patrick’s Tavern & Restaurant New Prague, MN 952-758-2380

√Nelson Tours Spicer, MN 320-894-5839

Winters Recreation Sauk Centre, MN 320-351-7533

The Trailer Center Long Prairie, MN 320-732-6161 Friendly Inn of Lincoln Motley, MN 218-575-3295

Action Sports Inc Marshall, MN 507-532-9649

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Castle Haven, Inc Two Harbors, MN 218-834-4303 Cooperative Light & Power Two Harbors, MN 218-834-2226 Harbor Insurance Two Harbors, MN 218-834-2114 KAZ Contracting Service Two Harbors, MN 218-576-7759 Lovin’ Lake County Two Harbors, MN 218-595-2800 Sonju Two Harbors Sports Center Two Harbors, MN 218-414-7639 Superior Hiking Trail Assn Two Harbors, MN 218-834-2700 29

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Friederichs Auctions Minneapolis, MN 763-591-1642

Brothers Market Alexandria, MN 320-762-8121

T.S. Recreational, Inc Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-3033

Lakeside Seed Company Herman, MN 320-677-8008

√Lakes Inn at Dunvilla Pelican Rapids, MN 218-863-8000

MWO Media Burr Ridge, IL 630-887-7722

Wrico Stamping Company of MN Minneapolis, MN 763-559-2288

Ollie’s Service Alexandria, MN 320-763-4455

Venom Products, LLC Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-3283

DHS Grain Ltd. Hoffman, MN 320-986-2467

Cajun Tie Downs Inc Crowley, LA 866-794-9932

Winning Edge Graphics Alexandria, MN 320-763-7953

Donnelly Co-Op Donnelly, MN 320-246-3555

Alsager Meats LLLP Audubon, MN 218-439-6909

AgCountry Farm Credit Elbow Lake, MN 218-685-5311

Runestone Telecom Association Hoffman, MN 320-986-2013

√Grandstay Hotel & Suites - Perham Perham, MN 218-346-2033

Pit 611 Audubon, MN 218-439-6121

Farmers Agency Elbow Lake, MN 218-685-6880

Tender Hearts Home Care New York Mills, MN 218-385-3466

Doherty’s Tavern Prior Lake, MN 952-447-9010

Spud’s Small Engine Service & Repair Barrett, MN 320-528-2299

Grant County Lumber Elbow Lake, MN 218-685-5321

Warner Garage Door New York Mills, MN 218-385-2853

Schlemmer Electric Bloomington, MN 612-296-6000

O’Brien’s Public House Shakopee, MN 952-217-5490

Battle Lake Inn Battle Lake, MN 218-862-2500

Haley Oil Company Elbow Lake, MN 218-685-4466

54K LLC Norcross, MN

Idea Builders LLC Golden Valley, MN 612-245-8040

Hollywood Sports Complex Watertown, MN 952-955-2424

Bleachers Sports Bar & Grill Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-6820

Superior Shores Resort Two Harbors, MN TH Auto Inc. Two Harbors, MN 218-834-6167 Two Harbors Federal Credit Union Two Harbors, MN 218-834-2266

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Belle Plaine Equipment Sales Belle Plaine, MN 612-902-2773

Kassbohrer ATV Pisten Bully Jordan, MN 952-345-3330 Ox Yoke Inn Maple Plain, MN 763-479-2522

The Doublewide New Market, MN 952-461-3682 √Dent Werks PDR Plymouth, MN 612-599-7719 Charlie’s on Prior Prior Lake, MN 952-226-5253

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Detroit Lakes Express Inc Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-8049 Okeson Offtrail Sales Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-9304

Midwest Machinery Elbow Lake, MN 218-332-0550 Frontier Marine & Powersports Fergus Falls, MN 218-998-4386 AJ’s Gas & Grocery Herman, MN 320-677-2300

Duane Rau Trucking Kensington, MN

Perham Area Chamber of Commerce Perham, MN 218-346-7710 Steve’s Sanitation Perham, MN 218-346-4834 United Community Bank Perham, MN 218-346-5700 Ruther Excavating Inc. Richville, MN 218-298-1477

Joe’s Backhoe Ottertail, MN 218-371-6923 Ottertail Aggregate Ottertail, MN 218-367-2581 Voltedge Electric Ottertail, MN 218-637-3725

New Horizons Realty Perham, MN 218-346-7767

Farmers Cooperative Oil Association Wendell, MN 218-685-4491 OTHER MEMBERS V & V Insurance Agency Inc Cresco, IA 563-547-2161

AmericInn of Calumet Calumet, MI 906-934-6115 Stud Boy Traction Ravenna, MI 231-853-2323 ArcticFX Washington, MI 586-786-9851 Simonson Station Stores, Inc. Grand Forks, ND 701-772-3971 Texas Crossing Bar & Grill Wahpeton, ND 701-642-1991 Absolute Insurance West Fargo, ND 701-365-0515 Custom Manufacturing Clinton, WI 608-676-2282

Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association

Ultimate Snow Groomer Drags Galesville, WI 608-539-4600 Lake Chippewa Flowage Resort Assn.

Hayward, WI Lulich Implement Mason, WI 715-746-2477 Track Inc - Tucker Sno-Cat Dealer Monico, WI 952-888-7372 Arrowhead Groomers/ Hamblen Equipment St Germain, WI 715-479-4200 √Marsh’s View Point Resort Wascott, WI 715-466-2447 √Wyoming High Country Lodge Lovell, WY 307-529-0914 Northwest Outlet Inc Superior, WI

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE Statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation 1. Publication Title: Minnesota Snowmobiling. 2. Publication Number: 1085-1054. 3. Filing Date: 9/26/2025 4. Issue Frequency: Monthly. Number of Issues Published Annually: 7. 6. Annual Subscription Price: $3.50. 7. Complete Mailing Address of Known Office of Publication: 111 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527; Contact Person: Scott J. Wakefield; Telephone: (612) 483-5638. 8.

Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters or General Business Office of Publisher: 14000 Sunfish Lake Blvd NW Ste L, Ramsey, MN 55303. 9. Full Names and Complete Mailing Addresses of Publisher, Editor, and Managing Editor: Publisher, Dan Ferris, 111 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527; Editor, Scott J. Wakefield, 12620 Co. Rd. 30, Waconia, MN 55387; Managing Editor, Dena Gervasi, 111 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527; 10. Owner, Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association, 14000 Sunfish Lake Blvd NW Ste L, Ramsey, MN 55303; 11. Known Bondholders, Mortgagees, and Other Security Holders Owning or Holding 1 Percent or More of Total Amount of Bonds, Mortgages, or Other Securities: None. 12. Tax Status: Has Changed During Preceding 12 Months. 13. Publication Name: Minnesota Snowmobiling. 14. Issue Date for Circulation Below: 10/01/2025. 15. Extent and Nature of Circulation: Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months: a. Total Number of Copies (Net press run): b. Paid Circulation (1) Mailed Outside-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541: 9064/8784. (2) Mailed In-County Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541: None. (3) Paid Distribution Outside the Mail Including Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter Sales and Other Paid Distribution Outside USPS: None. (4) Paid Distribution by Other Classes of Mail Through the USPS: None. c. Total Paid Distribution [Sum of 15b (1), (2), (3), and (4)1: 9064/8784. d.

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Minnesota Snowmobiling

MN Great Show Snowmobile Trail Grooming Equipment and Training

2026

Thursday Wednesday January 22 January 21 9 AM - 2 PM 9 AM - 4 PM Hosted by the Sherburne County Snowmobile Association at 17128 261st Ave. NW Big Lake, MN 55309

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New in-stock sleds arriving daily!

Now is the time to service your sled for the upcoming season.

Call your local

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Chopper Powersports Fridley 763-572-2100 Chopperpowersports.com

Chopper Powersports Maple Plain 763-479-3719 Chopperpowersports.com

Duluth Lawn & Sport Duluth 218-628-3718 duluthlawnandsport.com Podein’s Power Equipment Stewartville 507-533-8841 podeinspowerequipment.com

Davis Motorsports Delano 763-972-5045 davismotorsportsdelano.com

Hansen Sports on Bay Lake Deerwood 218-678-2051 hansensonbaylake.com

Ray’s Sport & Cycle Grand Rapids 218-326-9355 rayssportandcycle.com

Stacy Hardware & Powersports Stacy 651-462-4342 stacyhardware.com

WARNING: Professional rider on a closed course. Polaris® recommends that all snowmobile riders take a training course.

Do not attempt maneuvers beyond your capability. Always wear a helmet and other safety apparel. Never drink and ride.