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Hello all and welcome to March. If I recall my article from last month properly, I believe I was talking about that blasted groundhog and what he was going to come up with, and finally, for once, he was right. Not to my liking I’ll say, but right he was. He predicted six more weeks of winter and winter we’ve had. Snow and more snow, but hey, what else would you expect living here in the great Northeast?

The good news is that those six weeks are just about up. You’ll notice that we have returned this month with our upcoming event schedule. The first outdoor motocross race of the year is scheduled for the first week in March. As I write this I wonder if that will take place, or even the one after that. As they say, time will tell, and we’ll be certainly talking about it the next time through.

In our pages this month, find some indoor coverage from the East Coast Enduro Associations awards banquet. What a fun time that was, with big trophies, bench racing and bragging rights galore. Then we were off to the Great American Outdoor Show (not featured in our pages), but we attended and spread the word about Rec Rider to thousands of recreational fans. After that, it was the 36th Annual Motorama Races and Shows in Harrisburg. This event is the yearly kickoff for riding and racing here in our neck of the woods, and it’s always a fun time.

In addition, catch some of our regular features and some updates on some of the state trail systems. I hear the AOAA is set to open sometime this year, and the local riding club that was formed there is quickly becoming one of the largest in the state. Watch for info next issue on how you can join the ATR. Well, that’s about it for now. As always, please stay tuned to our Facebook page and our website. There is a new feature there where you can sign up for our email mailing list, which will allow you to keep up to date between issues. Thanks for reading, and we’ll see you out on the trail.

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Rec Rider Magazine Motorama 2014...................................10

Where to Ride.................................... 18

ECEA Awards Banquet........................... 6

Whiskey Springs Update..................... 25

Winter Charity Ride.............................. 9

Trail Info............................................ 23

BMER News......................................... 21

PA OHV News.......................................16

Bryce Smith – Champion.................... 15

Ask The Zone...................................... 24

FFGR Racing........................................ 15

Upcoming Events................................ 21

Our Advertisers Action Motorsports............................ 24

Off Road Central..................................17

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ECEA Awards Banquet By: Jim Bull and Joann Hauser

The East Coast Enduro Association celebrated its champions in late January at the Lancaster Host in Lancaster, Pa. The association, made up of 19 clubs, hosts everything from youth and adult harescramble races to fun days and dual sport events, and ECEA is the premier enduro event promoter on the Eastern seaboard, maybe even the entire United States. Matter of fact, they were awarded the prestigious “Off Road Organizer of the Year” award for 2013 from the AMA. Dewitt Harrell III (far right) wins A Super Senior.

The day’s festivities started off around noon with a vendor fair from supporting dealers and businesses associated with the ECEA. Then late in the afternoon the youth racers, or the “FastKidz” of the ECEA as they call them, were crowned for their various victories. Vee Rubber is a sponsor of the series, so lots of tires were handed out as well as trophies, swag bags, and lots of other goodies. The 100% club was recognized, and $850 in gas cards was given out, as well as a lot of free race classes for 2014 just for being part of the club. The kid whose named was pulled first by random drawing got a $500 card and free racing for all of 2014. Makes a guy think he should show up at all the rounds.

A great time was had by all during the day, and the kids had an after party that included pizza, swimming, and supercross racing on TV while the adults moved upstairs to award their champions. A great meal was enjoyed, and then it was into the ceremonies. Both harescramble and enduro champions were recognized while this group geared up for a new season. You can watch our pages or find their complete schedule at: www.ecea.org. Please enjoy a few results and images here then log on to the website to see all of the winners and link to a ton of photos from the event from Joann Hauser.

The ladies love to mix it up too.

Grand Champ Jeff Pasqua with Joe Bromley from the AMA.

Nathan Dulaney won overall 50cc and earned a Cobra contract.

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2013 Harescramble Champions Adult Grand Champ..........................Jerod Stoner AA.......................................Brian Lawson A 200................................. Joseph Ferraro A Open.....................................Jason Sipe A 4 Stroke.................................. Ron Willis A Vet........................................Aaron Cree A Senior.................................Andy Bylsma A S. Senior......................Dewitt Harrell III B 200...............................Brian McAlinney B Open................................Jesse Shellock B 4 Stroke....................... Thomas Shughart B Vet.........................................Kevin Ney B Senior............................. Michael Prechtl B S. Senior............................ Robert Salter Masters.................................John Lafferty Gold. Masters.....................Joseph Galie Sr. Women................................Amanda Stites School Boy..........................Tyler Tayvinsky C 200................................George Leuschal C Open................................... Jordan Clark C 4 Stroke..............................Austin Rania C Vet.......................................Jason Mahr C Senior...................................William Key

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Pauly Best won the Holeshot King Cup.

Fast Kidz Champions OA 50............................... Nathan Dulaney OA PeeWee..........................Max Fernandez OA Youth.................................... Kyle Tino (4-8) 50 Open.................... Nathan Dulaney (4-6) 50 OI XR.......................Jaden Palmer (7-8) 50 OI XR.....................Jonathan Kirat (7-10) Trail.............................Ian Weisman (7-9) 65..........................Joseph Scotto III (10-11) 65...........................Michael Delosa (14-15) S.Mini.............................. Kyle Tino (12-13) S. Mini..........................Daulton Fry (13-15) 85.............................. Noah Palmer (8-12) 85............................Justin Lafferty (11-15) 4 Str.......................... Joey Castaldi (11-15) Girls......................Victoria Rawden First Time............................... Dylan Leary

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Enduro Champions Grand Champ............................Jeff Pasqua AA.................................... Chase Compton A 200................................... Zack Huberty A 250..................................Brian Searfoss A Open................................... Brian Glenn A 4 Stroke..........................Robert Lapinski A Vet......................................David Glenn A Senior....................................... Ken Law A S. Senior.......................... Chuck Sullivan B 200....................................Jarrett Mohn B 250..............................Charles Wright II B Open............................... Dan Schenkein B 4 Stroke................................. Jack Cutts B Vet......................................Eric Githens B Senior.............................Edward Zadroga B S. Senior..........................Dennis Whitely Masters.............................. Jack Laffery Sr. Gold Masters.............. Charles Stapleford jr.

Womens............................Diane Fitzgerald C 200............................. Albert Santelli III C 250.......................................AJ Conforti C Open.................................Bill Dolhancey C 4 Stroke............................ John Early III C Vet.....................................Jeff Redding C Senior.................................. Calvin Orem Team Points DER....................................................342 OCCR..................................................305 VFTR...................................................258 SJER...................................................193 CJCR................................................... 174 MMC...................................................113 RRMC....................................................91 RORR....................................................62 MCI......................................................40 GMER....................................................20

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Sullivan County ATV Association Charity Ride By: Mike Petrone A.K.A. Mudfreak Twitter @atvfreaks

Hello, fellow ATV riders!

I would like to share my experience at the 2014 Winter Charity Ride with you. The ride, which took place on Sunday, Feb. 9, in Monticello, N.Y., was hosted by the Sullivan County ATV Association.

If you are looking for a great place to ride, look no further. Every ride that the Sullivan County ATV Association hosts is perfect and organized; their stuff is on point! The trails are always groomed and ready for riders like me to rip it up. The ride covered 30 miles of trails, which were a great combination of terrain to ride on: a variety of tight woods, open fields, water, and everything in between. It was especially awesome that 20+ landowners got together to create the trails used in the Charity Ride.

We actually had the opportunity to go out with Tony, one of the landowners.

As one of the first people to hit the trails, I was able to ride through the fresh snow. Riding on fresh snow in general can be a challenge, as it was in Monticello. It was deep, and at first I was just sliding all over the place. But for me, that was the fun part!

As we moved through the miles of trails, we rode through a rock quarry.

Many rocks were covered in snow, which made them difficult to spot, and that requires some careful maneuvering of the ATV. Going around the turns in the snow, on the other hand, is awesome! It's like drifting, as some of the trails are narrow and some are wide. We also rode over patches of ice, which definitely added variety to the landscape of the trails. Later in the ride, we plowed through some mud (my personal favorite!). Some trails are easier than others; the trails covered in snow took work to get through. Going up and down the hills was a challenge as well. Then again, that's what makes it fun, because if it was easy, it would be boring!

Although it would have been great to ride straight through the trails, a stop was inevitable about midway through the ride to refuel. The gas station is located right off the trails, where you can take in a lot of beautiful views - sunsets, trees, water - and at the top of the power lines, the view is particularly amazing.

The 30-mile ride, on a normal day, can be done within two hours from start to finish. And at the finish, there’s Mr. Willy’s, on Route 42 in Monticello, for refueling of the food variety. After riding in the cold all day, it’s a great place to eat some “manly food” and relax with a special ATV menu of burgers, chicken wings, and the like.

Don't forget the big picture here: The Sullivan County ATV Association rides are hosted to raise money for children with special needs, and that’s awesome in itself. For this ride alone, there were 135 participants, and the ride raised $6,000. We are all benefiting here: Participants get to ride and rip through the snow, and local families of children with special needs receive financial aid. Plus, the location is close by to those of us who live “downstate” where it is harder to find places to ride, and you can't beat that.

This is my fourth time attending the Sullivan County ATV Association Charity Rides, and they have never let me down. It’s always a blast! Thank you to Sullivan County ATV Association for hosting these amazing events.

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36th Annual Motorama Races and Shows Harrisburg, Pa • February 15-16, 2014 • By: Jim Bull Photo.com Wow is all I can say. We’ve come a long way in 36 years. I wasn’t at the very first one, but I bet I’ve been to close to 34 of them.

I remember back in the day when the entire event consumed only the big arena. Heck, half of the buildings we now fill weren’t even constructed at the time.

Progress? I say yes in this case. In 2014 we saw a new track design, which everyone I spoke with seemed to like. We had a new announcer in Todd Weindel, who is familiar with all the local riders. We had a local track promoter in Doublin Gap build the track that was designed by professional mx photographer Matty Rice. We had all the other great things besides racing that go along with the show, and we had a snowstorm, which didn’t seem to slow anybody down. On top of that, I don’t believe we had any major injuries, so that’s a score in itself. I hear for next year we also may see transponder scoring, so stay tuned for that.

On to the racing, this event is actually two separate races, one scored on Saturday and one scored on Sunday. With the traditional arenacross format of heat races being run, with the main event finish being your overall. There were many returning racers, along with many new faces, on the gate this year.

Team Traders and Team MX Antix America were in the house, with many of their racers landing at the top of the charts. In expert racing, The Two Stroke A racing action was red hot.

Steve Roman, as in past years, remained the man to beat. Roman also took a dash for cash win on Sunday, with local Arenacross Lites Champ and Traders Racing Tony Archer grabbing the spotlight on Saturday night.

Some of the best racing came in the mini divisions, with Team MX Antix Rider Jack Rogers winning three of his four main events.

The rest of the team fared well, with some first- and second-place finishes. I’d say the best race of the weekend came in the 50cc (4-6) division between MX Antix rider Kyle Born and ECEA Harescramble competitor Jaden Palmer, with Parker Wolf putting a front wheel in there, too, on occasion. In the end, it would be a drag race to the finish, with Palmer going home the champ.

The two Stroke A division also gave us a great show with ECEA Harescramble Grand Champion and Saturday night’s winner giving it up to Colton Harrison from Lafayette, N.Y. I remember Harrison from his mini days coming down to race in the spring. Local expert motocrosser Brennen Weindel added some excitement, but, in the end, it would be Harrison with the Sunday win.

All in all a great show with excellent racing, overpriced food and lots of fun - a great American tradition.

Chase Martin (59) wins 4W 50cc (4-6) on both days of racing.

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Motorama Champions Saturday Mains 4W Open C – 1...................... Kendall Wadel 4W Open C – 2....................... Thomas Craig Junior Mini............................. Jack Rogers 2 Stroke A..............................Jerod Stoner 4W 50cc (4-6).........................Chase Martin 85cc (9-11)....................... Brandon Hugney 250 B............................... Cameron Dowell 65cc (7-11).......................... Justin Luckett 25 Plus A...............................Steve Roman 4W Open A.............................Casey Martin 50cc Auto (4-6)..................... Mason Tucker Pit Bike 12”........................Brandon Weary 4W 90cc (8-15)....................Hunter Dentler Open C..................................Brody Shields 250 A....................................Steve Roman 50 Oil Injected (4-8)................... Kyle Born 4W 50cc (6-8).......................William Moore 4W Open B............................... Cody Saner 50cc Open (4-8).................. Braxton Keiffer Pit Bike 10”..........................Clint Johnson 4W Junior Mini....................Dane Molander 4W Pro Am.........................Dan Hoisington 85cc (12-15)............................ Jack Rogers Open A..................................Steve Roman 250 C....................................Brody Shields 2 Stroke B........................... Tyler Kirschner Open B..................................Mark Hushon

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Sunday Mains 4W Open C – 1.....................Jordan Williard 4W Open C – 2.........................Cory Cornell Junior Mini............................. Jack Rogers 2 Stroke A..........................Colton Harrison 4W 50cc (4-6).........................Chase Martin 85cc (9-11)....................... Brandon Hugney 250 B................................. Tyler Kirschner 65cc (7-11)................................Cole Bader 25 Plus A..............................Clint Johnson 4W Open A.............................Casey Martin 50cc Auto (4-6).....................Jaden Palmer Pit Bike 12”........................Brandon Jones 4W 90cc (8-15)....................Hunter Dentler Open C................................... Dylan Shoop 250 A................................... Dylan Slusser 50 Oil Injected (4-8).................Parker Wolf 4W 50cc (6-8).......................William Moore 4W Open B......................Joshua Lamparter 50cc Open (4-8)......................Xander Brion Pit Bike 10”..........................Clint Johnson 4W Junior Mini............... Justice Schmeider 4W Pro Am.............................Josh Deemer 85cc (12-15)........................ Shelby Benson Open A..................................Steve Roman 250 C...................................... Austin Bear 2 Stroke B......................... Cameron Dowell Open B...................................Colby Fisher

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Other qualifications and restrictions may apply. An origination fee of $50 will be added to the amount financed in the above example. Financing promotions void where prohibited. Offer effective on all new and unused KYMCO ATVs, Side X Sides, Motorcycles and Scooters purchased from a participating KYMCO USA dealer between 1/1/2014 and 3/31/2014. Offer subject to change without notice. [“E” means estimate.] This offer can be combined with other current promotional offers. © KYMCOUSA 2014 KYMCO vehicles meet all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety and EPA standards. For safety and training course information, see your dealer or call the SVIA at 1-800-852-5344. ATVs and UTVs can be hazardous to operate. For your safety, always

wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. Never operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Avoid excessive speed and stunt driving. Be extra careful on difficult terrain. Utility Vehicles and ATVs are off-road vehicles only, and they are not designed, equipped or manufactured for use on public roads or highways. Never ride on public roads or carry passengers. Along with concerned conservationists everywhere, KYMCO USA urges you to Tread Lightly!® on public and private land. KYMCO USA recommends that all UTV & ATV riders take a training course.

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CYCLE MAX HONEYBROOK, PA 610-972-9060 FULL LINE DEALER DON'S KAWASAKI HELLAM, PA 717-755-6002 2 WHEEL DEALER BURGERS MOTORCYCLE SALES & SERVICE THREE BRIDGES, NJ 08887 908-782-2020 FULL LINE DEALER BILLS SAW SHOP SALAMANCA, NY 14779 716-938-9846 4 WHEEL DEALER FREEDOM POWERSPORTS EVERETT, PA 814-623-6500 FULL LINE DEALER LEISURE TIME POWERSPORTS LIMESTONE, NY 14753 716-925-7023 FULL LINE DEALER POWERSPORTS X VESTAL, NY 13850 607-786-3323 4 WHEEL DEALER VALLEY MOTORSPORTS & SERVICE SINCLAIRVILLE, NY 14782 716-962-3150 4 WHEEL DEALER BEERS AUTO ATV CYCLE WYSOX, PA 18854 570-265-8204 FULL LINE DEALER BLACKMANS CYCLE CENTER EMMAUS, PA 18049 610-965-9865 FULL LINE DEALER BUYNACK'S BIKES AND MOTORS EBENSBURG, PA 15931 814-472-7406 FULL LINE DEALER GATTO CYCLE SHOP TARENTUM, PA 15084 724-224-0500 FULL LINE DEALER KENNEDY RV & POWERSPORTS DILLSBURG, PA 17019 717-432-9741 FULL LINE DEALER

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FFGR is a local company from Richfield, Pa., that like Foundation 529 is an advocate for safety and awareness as they strive to help our sport in many ways.

They stepped up to the plate this year and built a custom KXF450 and raffled it off during Motorama, with the proceeds going to Foundation 529.

FFGR is a privately owned business that offers ATV and motorcycle parts, service and apparel from their shop in Richfield. They will be holding their 2nd Annual Show and Shine on Saturday, June 14, 2014, at the Millerstown Park, with proceeds benefiting Children’s Cancer Research. For $10 you can enter your dirt bike, quad or UTV to win a nice trophy. Food and drinks will be available, along with music, games and other activities. Contact Neil Saner for details at: 717-994-8108.

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PA OHV’s Mission

The Pennsylvania Off-Highway Vehicle Association The Pennsylvania Off-Highway Vehicle Association (PA OHV) is an independent incorporated association organized by OHV enthusiasts and businesses to fight for the rights of Off-Highway users.

• Foster camaraderie among motorized OHV and all recreational trail user groups.

• Provide a medium for the dissemination of information relating to the OHV industry.

• Provide educational opportunities related to OHV use.

• Promote research pertaining to compatibility of OHV and environmental resources.

• Promote legislation with the purpose of developing and maintaining trails.

• Become instrumental and influential in interactions with land managers.

• Defend the OHV community against discriminating legislation and regulation.

• Provide assistance for legislation favorable to trail and open space recreation.

Join and Support the PA OHV Association by becoming a member.

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP FORM

For Club or Corporate Memberships please go to www.paohv.org

Annual Dues: $20 per member Name: Street Address: City: Email Address: Daytime Phone:

State:

Zip:

Evening Phone:

PLEASE FILL IN THE APPROPRIATE SECTION AND REMIT PAYMENT TO: PaOHV, P.O Box 61741, Harrisburg, PA 17106-1741

Certified Pennsylvania DCNR Youth Safety Instructor Contact Info Pennsylvania requires any child between the ages of 8 and 16 to have a Certificate of Completion for the Youth ATV Safety Course in order to ride any state land. Below is a list of Instructors who have

the training provided by the DCNR to offer these courses and provide the training necessary to complete it and receive a certificate.

Nicole Yiengst • York

717-577-5142 nichole@ecowater.us

267-446-6176 McHenryCo@comcast.net

Lance Schwartz Lewisburg 570-847-6102

Rick Latchaw Mercer/Venango County 724-253-3069 maxxrc@windstream.net

Dennis Felty • Pine Grove / Port Trevorton 570-640-5735 coalcountryriders@yahoo.com Robert Smith • Minersville 570-527-6197 RSmith6197@gmail.com

Gary Elder Lawrence/Venango County 724-924-2062 geelder@comcast.net

Ed Geehan Bucks County / Pocono.

Eddiecharles11@yahoo.com

Mark Lynch DCNR Master Inst. • Connellsville Pa 734-984-5138 maglynch@zoominternet.net

Rich Rudzinski • Lower Bucks County 267-716-2450 rrudzi@verizon.net Chas McHenry • Bucks County

Tom Lytle • Central, Pa 717-940-2229 paatvsafety@yahoo.com Motorcycle Safety Foundation

If you do not see an Instructor listed in your area, please call 717-783-7941 and ask for the nearest Instructor’s contact information. Children under the age 8 or over age 16 are not eligible to receive the certificate, but if your rider is between the ages of 8 and 16 they are eligible to take the course and receive the certificate.

Proper safety gear and a safe machine are required to take the course. By

Closed Range Exercise on dirt bikes. http://www.dirtbikeschool.org/ Allen Marker – Somerset/Uniontown Dirt Bike School Instructor 814-233-7451 or motoman774@yahoo.com David Miller Montgomery, Bucks, Lehigh, Berks and Northampton Counties 610-322-0106 or millerdavidv@reagan.com Richard Henofer Bucks-Montgomery-Phila. Counties 215-669-3173 rhbuilds@me.com ASI & DCNR ATV Training & MSF Dirt Bike Training with loaners WILLOW HILL OHV SCHOOL Willow Hill Off-Road Riding School (717) 532-6439 Roxbury, PA 17251-0147 tewellmann@embarqmail.com

contacting your local Instructor, you can receive all the information you need to ensure your child has the proper gear to complete this course. Completing the course and receiving the certificate provides the knowledge and skill to operate the machines in the various manners necessary to ride trails with confidence, not to mention that most children think it’s really cool to get their “license” in the mail!

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DON’T GO QUIETLY INTO THE NIGHT

By Fred Brown • President, F.C. Brown and Associates

BLOOMSBURG, PA CCallll N Nate Pi Pita @ 570 570-784-0250 784 0250

I have represented the interests of off-road recreation for nearly 25 years. In 1990, there were approximately 50,000 registered ATVs, 144 miles of trails, no PAOHV (Pennsylvania Off-Highway Vehicle Association), no grant program, no advisory committee, and no respect within what was then DER (Department of Environmental Resources).

Today there are approximately 160,000 unrestricted and 55,000 restricted registered ATVs, 247 miles of trails on state forest land, a statewide ATV association in PAOHV, a state and federal grant program, two 6,000 acre riding parks Rock Run and the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area, 25 miles of connector trails, an off-road advisory committee within DCNR, and dozens of townships that provide riding areas. While relations with DCNR are still strained on some issues and progress is slow with making acceptable inroads on putting more trails on state forest land, progress has been made.

I hope you don't lose faith or heart in this ongoing quest. In fact, you should take heart that there is a small but growing group of members of the Pennsylvania House and Senate who recognize the therapeutic and economic value of off-road recreation and the benefits it brings to the Commonwealth’s citizens and economy. Still, your ongoing help is needed.

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This is an election year. The governor, 203 members of the House of Representatives, and 25 members of the Senate in even-numbered districts will face two rounds of voter approval in the spring primary and in the fall general election. And guess what: They are going to need a little bit of help from their constituents. That’s you. As I mentioned earlier, there are 160,000 unrestricted registered ATVs in the Commonwealth. Even if that only represents 80,000 individuals, that is a political force to be reckoned with.

Where The Racers Buy 700 Route 405 Hwy., Hughesille, PA 17737

You and I have a solemn responsibility when it comes to casting a vote for these individuals. I hope you are acquainted with your representative and senator and have asked them where they stand on the future of your sport.

Tel: (570) 584-3842 • Fax: (570) 584-4989

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Off-road riders, it's time to stand up again like we did in 2000-01, when oppressive legislation threatened our future opportunities, and let your elected officials know that you are there to help them if they support your sport.

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PAOHV stands ready to help you in this election year. If we are to make more progress and change the direction of DCNR's bureaucratic reluctance, you absolutely need to be involved in every possible campaign, whether individually or as a club. The incumbents and challengers need to know that you support the growth of trails on state land. They need to know that you support changes to the Recreational Use of Land and Water Act to protect landowners from nuisance litigation. They need to know that you support inclusion of trail bikes in the off-road registration program and need to know that they are not to be intimidated by backward-thinking bureaucrats.

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WHERE TO RIDE - ATV Trails on State Forest Land Summer and Winter Trails

These trails are open during the summer and winter seasons. The summer season runs from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last full weekend in September.

The winter season runs from the day following the last day of the regular or extended antlerless deer season as established by the Game Commission through the following April 1. There are some trails that remain closed until after the late muzzleloader season. Please check with the individual forest district to see when the trails will open for the winter season.

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- Burnt Mills - Pike County

7 miles of summer and winter trail. Access is from a parking area on Route 402, one mile south of Porters Lake.

Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds. Contact: Delaware State Forest, HC 1 Box 95A, Swiftwater, PA 18370.

Phone: (570) 895-4000

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- Adams & Cumberland Counties

36 miles of summer trail. During the winter season the trail system is expanded to 42 miles by using some dirt roads that are gated during the winter. Part of the trail system is shared with snowmobiles when there is sufficient snowfall. The trail is located between Big Flat and Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Access to these are from parking lots located at Big Flat along Shippensburg Road about 1-1/4 miles north of its intersection with Route 233 and on Piney Mountain along Bendersville Road south of Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Contact: Michaux State Forest, 10099 Lincoln Way East, Feyetteville, PA 17222. Phone: (717) 352-2211

4 - Centre County The Bloody Skillet ATV riding area, located in Centre County, consists of 37 trail miles (Phase 1 & 2) and is accessed from SR 144 approximately 18 1/2 miles north of Snow Shoe. Turn right onto DeHaas Road and travel 5 miles south to the Northern Terminus Trailhead. Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds Contact: Sproul State Forest, 15187 Renovo Road, Renovo, PA 17764. Phone: (570) 923-6011

These trails are open from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last full weekend in September.

8 - Martin Hill - Bedford County 18 miles of summer trail. Access to the trail is from the parking area located on Route 326 two miles south of Rainsburg. Trail head GPS location: N 39° 52’ 24.69” W 78° 30’ 34.80” Contact: Buchanan State Forest, 440 Buchanan Trail, McConnellsburg, PA 17233 Phone: (717) 485-3148

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9 - Sideling Hill - Fulton County

The Whiskey Springs ATV Trail. Access is from the Two Miles Road, 1-1/2 miles west of Westport toward Kettle Creek State Park. Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds Contact: Sproul State Forest, 15187 Renovo Road, Renovo, PA 17764.

Phone: (570) 923-6011

15 miles of summer trail in the Wells Tannery area. Access is from Ray’s Cove Road or Childers Ridge Road. Trail Head GPS location: N 40° 5’ 0.28 W 78° 10’ 12.17” Contact: Buchanan State Forest, 440 Buchanan Trail, McConnellsburg, PA 17233.

Phone: (717) 485-3148

6 - Lycoming County 17 miles of summer and winter trail. Trails are located near Haneyville and include the Button Road and a network of wooded trails built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Access to the trail is from a parking area located at the former parking area at the CCC Camp along Route 44, one mile south of Haneyville. Contact: Tiadaghton State Forest, 423 East Central Avenue, South Williamsport, PA 17702 Phone: (570) 327-3450

3 - Snyder & Union Counties -

7 miles of summer trails and winter trails. Access is at the Jacks Mountain Trailhead located along Route 235 three miles south of Glen Iron. The trail includes the East Kettle Road, which has been closed to other types of motor vehicles. Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds. Contact: Bald Eagle State Forest, 18865 Old Turnpike Rd, Milmont, PA 17845.

Phone: (570) 922-3344

Summer Trails

7 - Dixon R. Miller Recreation Area (Formerly the Pohopoco Tract) - Monroe County 13 miles of summer and winter trails. Access is from Route 115, five miles south of I-80. Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds. Contact: Delaware State Forest, HC 1 Box 95A, Swiftwater, PA 18370 Phone: (570) 895-4000

10 - Potter County 43 miles of summer trail. A loop trail located south of Denton Hill State Park. Access to the trail is from Lyman Run State Park, on SR 44 north of Cherry Springs, or the intersection of Rock Run Road and the Ridge Trail (ATV trail). Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds.

Contact: Susquehannock State Forest, P.O. Box 673, Coudersport, PA 16915. Phone: (814) 274-3600

11 - Maple Run Tract - Pike County - 8 miles of summer trail. Access is from a parking area on Route 402, 1-3/4 miles north of the village of Pecks Pond. Registered Class II ATVs are permitted on this trail that are less than 58” in width and less than 1,200 pounds. Contact: Delaware State Forest, HC 1 Box 95A, Swiftwater, PA 18370. Phone: (570) 895-4000

39 - Bayview Riding Area - Mercer county 4900 Saranac Dr., Sharpsville, Pa. 16150

State Game Lands ATVs are not permitted on State Game Lands except those used by disabled hunters.

Registration, Titling and Insuring Your ATV Who must register and title?

All ATVs in Pennsylvania, except ATVs used solely for business or agricultural purposes, need to be registered and titled with DCNR. ATVs used in Pennsylvania must be registered and titled with DCNR’s Snowmobile/ATV Section. The ATV registration and titling fees are NOT user fees for the privilege of using trails on stateowned land. The fees provide funding to administer the program, maintain trails in DCNR-managed parks and forests, and provide grants to profit and nonprofit organizations for developing additional riding opportunities.

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Registration For ATVs used anywhere off of your own property or property leased by you, such as designated State Forest trails. $20 fee every two years Limited Registration For ATVs used solely on your own land or land leased by you. Free registration -No expiration, unless ownership of vehicle changes

Plates and Decals

An ATV owner will be issued a registration plate for the vehicle. An expiration sticker to be affixed to the plate will be issued for standard registrations.

Liability Insurance

If you are using your ATV solely on land owned or leased by you, you are not required to get liability insurance. All other riders must carry liability insurance. Proof of that insurance must be carried with you when you ride. There are no minimum requirements or coverage standards established by DCNR or the Snowmobile/ATV Law for the liability insurance.

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The federally-operated Allegheny National Forest has more than 100 miles of ATV trails. ATV trail season runs from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last Sunday in September. Winter season is from December 20 to April 1.

Contact the Allegheny National Forest Supervisor’s Office, P.O. Box 847, 222 Liberty Street, Warren, PA 16365, (814) 723-5150. Effective July 1, 2002, the Allegheny National Forest implemented the Fee Demo Program for ATV and motorized bike trails. An annual $35 permit fee is required, and can be purchased from any Allegheny National Forest office, and some local vendors, or online at www.fs.fed.us/ r9/allegheny.

Seven Mountains Ramble (Dual Sport Licensed Motorcycles) - Riding areas are located in portions of Mifflin, Snyder and Union Counties in the Bald Eagle Forest. Loop 1 starts at the 7 Mountains Campground, located just south of Potters Mill or west of Milroy on Route 22/322.

Compensation for Campground owner for parking strongly recommended. Proceed on Sand Mountain road to the trailhead at Ground Oak trail. The loop is about 30 miles long.

Contact: Bureau of Forestry District #7; 18865 Old Turnpike Rd; Millmont, Pa 17845; Phone: 570 922-3344

The following trails are within the Allegheny National Forest (ANF). Please contact the ANF using the information above concerning these trails:

Marienville ATV/Bike Trail on State Route 66 east of the town of Marienville.

Timberline ATV Trail accessed from State Route 948, north of Ridgway (also connects to the Marienville ATV Trail).

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14 - Shade Mountain Trails (Non-Licenced Off-Highway Motorcycles) Riding areas are located in portions of Mifflin, Snyder and Union Counties in the Bald Eagle Forest. The Shade Mountain Riding area is located just north of McAlisterville, PA, on PA Route 235. Trail at dirt parking lot at the top of the mountain.

Contact: Bureau of Forestry District #7; 18865 Old Turnpike Rd; Millmont, Pa 17845; Phone: 570 922-3344; Email fd07@state.pa.us

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accessed from Township Road 3005, southeast of Warren.

Open Year-Round P.O. Box 314 Clarence, Pa. ATV - Snowmobile www.ssrt.org.

SSRT requires membership for riding access. Detailed terms and conditions can be found at their website.

Willow Creek ATV Trail on the eastern side of the Allegheny Reservoir, just south of the New York State line. Closed during the winter season.

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WHERE TO RIDE - Private Riding Facilities This is a partial list of riding areas that you can pay by the day to ride with some requiring annual memberships. Some offer riding for motorcycles or quads only, and others allow both. Please check with the individual businesses before you make the trip.

Diamond MX Park New Castle, DE - 25 Adirondacks Region Lewis County, NY 16 Blue www.bdmxpark.com

Rock Run Recreation Patton, PA 35 www.rockrunrecreation.com

Proving Grounds Clearville, PA 17 Breezewood www.breezewoodprovinggrounds.com

Trails Dunmore, PA 26 Lost www.ridelosttrails.com

Village OHV Park Templeton, PA – 35A Scrubgrass www.sgohvpark.com

Rock Outdoor Adventure Park – Tams, WV 17A Burning www.burningrockwv.com

Majestic Trails Rew, PA 27 www.majestictrails.com

Rest Farm Marienville, PA 36 Shady www.shadyrestfarm.net

Ramblers Motorcycle Club 18 Happy www.happyramblers.org

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The Back Mountain Enduro Riders have been very busy, as I am sure most of you reading this have been - shoveling or plowing snow! Not a lot of club time for riding like we have had the past couple of years during the winter months. Snowmobilers are most definitely enjoying this February’s weather in the North East, and I, myself, have been busy searching Internet sites, looking for a good, running cheap sled (which there are none to be found). I grew up having a snowmobile at my disposal until around 2003, when I sold my last one due to lack of time to ride, but, more importantly, due to the lack of snow. This February is a winter dream for all who love the winter recreational sports, so we hope everyone who likes to ski, skate or ride enjoyed it.

As I am writing this, weather predictions in the next seven days are to have another small, 3- to 6-inch snowstorm, and then hit the 50 degree mark by the end of the week. So as long as there is no flooding to talk about, it is time to refocus our attention on riding! The Back Mountain Enduro Riders are focused on the upcoming season and working on promoting our great events for this year. I am sure with all the weather we have been having this winter that our May 18th “Lawton 100” Dual Sport ride is sure to be an adventure!! The roads should be nice and loamy, and the single track might still have snow! It’s going to be a great weekend, so plan on being there.

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Trail Updates and Information www.dcnr.state.pa.us

Whiskey Springs ATV Trail is closed – see story page 25.

The following are some suggestions offered by Tread Lightly!®, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the outdoors and outdoor recreation through responsible An abandoned mine reclamation project necessitated closing the entire Whiskey Springs practices: ATV Trail as of September 8, 2013. For details, see the news release and this Huling • Stay on designated roads and trails or other areas open for use.

Branch Reclamation Project - Whiskey Springs ATV Trail factsheet.

• Avoid "spooking" livestock and wildlife you encounter.

• Cross streams at designated crossings only.

Delaware State Forest ATV Trail Closings • Use existing campsites whenever possible; avoid building fires.

• Cross obstacles at an angle, one wheel at a time.

Burnt Mills and Dixon Miller Trails reopened for ATV and snowmobile use Dec. 15, 2013. • Don't straddle large rocks.

They will close Tuesday, April 1, and reopen for ATV use on Friday, May 23.

• Avoid mud if you can while remaining on the road or trail.

• Turn into ravines or large depressions at about a 45-degree angle.

Maple Run Trail will remain closed until further notice. Please check back for updates. • Straddle ruts, even if they are wider than your vehicle. This will keep your vehicle level.

• Lower the tire pressure to where you see a bulge in your tire to give you better How to get involved traction and provide for a smoother ride.

• Avoid riding the brakes and clutch, which can lead to brake failure.

ATV/Snowmobile club information Many times ATV riders will come in contact with other user groups sharing the same Many local clubs and organizations have formed to promote ATV and snowmobile riding lands, roadways, or trails. It is important to practice common courtesies. across the state. To find out about the nearest organization near you, contact the Pennsylvania State Snowmobile Association at 1-888-411-PSSA or the Pennsylvania Off- • Be considerate of others on the trail and keep to the right.

• Slow down when passing.

Highway Vehicle Association (PaOHV) at www.paohv.org.

• Ride only where permitted.

• Leave gates as you find them.

DCNR grant opportunities DCNR can use money from fees and fines collected to award grants to municipalities • Yield the right of way to bikes, horses, and hikers. and organizations (for-profit and nonprofit) for snowmobile and ATV use on lands not • Carry out what you carry in. owned by the Commonwealth. Grants may be used to buy land, develop plans and • Wave and say 'hello' as you pass. surveys, construct and maintain snowmobile and ATV trails and parks, buy equipment, • Report downed trees and trail maintenance needs to land managers. and conduct training relating to snowmobile and ATV use. The grant application period typically is open from August through October of each year, with grants awarded early in the year. For more information or how to apply for a grant, contact (717) 783-2661.

Volunteer opportunities DCNR has an extensive Conservation Volunteer Program where thousands of volunteers each year help improve Pennsylvania’s state parks and state forests. From maintaining trails to planting trees, these volunteers donate a little of their time to give back something to the lands they enjoy. ATV and snowmobile enthusiasts are among this vast volunteer base. If you would like to learn more about volunteer opportunities on state park and state forest lands, contact your local state park or state forest district.

Safety and Training ATV riding can be a risky sport. Before you ride, learn how to properly use all the mechanical controls and safety devices of your vehicle. Read your owner's manual. Most importantly, take a safety course before riding.

Safety Tips • Wear a helmet and eye protection at all times and other protective clothing suitable to the environment.

• Do not carry passengers on your ATV. • Do not let young or inexperienced riders operate ATVs without training and supervision.

• Do not use alcohol or other drugs when you ride.

Snowmobile/ATV Advisory Committee • Learn proper riding skills from an instructor or qualified rider and practice such skills The Snowmobile/ATV law established a new 17-member advisory committee that advises before riding.

DCNR on matters concerning the implementation of the Snowmobile/ATV Law. A board • Always maintain a safe distance between riders. Tailgating can lead to collisions and of directors works with committee members to establish priority issues for the ATV and injuries. snowmobile communities. For more information on the committee, contact committee • Ride with others and let someone know where you are riding. Never ride alone. chair Lowell Morton with snowmobile-related questions and vice chair Jack Clark with • Obey the laws.

ATV-related questions.

• Stay on trails designated for ATVs. • Be informed of local weather conditions and dress and equip yourself appropriately.

Protecting the Trails • Know the area you are riding in. Be aware of its potential hazards.

Every ATV and snowmobile rider must be an ambassador for the sports. Please give • Always ride at a safe and responsible speed. Know your abilities and don't exceed careful consideration to your effect on the trails, environment, and others. The future those levels. of your sport depends on it.

• Make sure your equipment is in top working order; check before heading out.

Minimizing environmental impact - Every effort should be made to minimize the • Carry a map of the trail or area you intend to travel. impact of your machine on the trail and surrounding environment. Using skill and • Use common sense. common sense, you can negotiate various obstacles and riding conditions that have the potential to cause damage. Remember, areas closed to ATVs and snowmobiles are done so for a reason; please respect these special areas.

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Ask the Zone – Helmet Safety By: The ATV Zone.com As Youth Safety Instructors and Moderators on “The ATV Zone” we get a lot of questions about the best way to do some things or the simplest way to do things or the best type of equipment to have on hand for a short or long ride. The advent of the Internet has given a ton of conflicting information for the novice rider, with even more out there for experienced riders looking to enhance their riding experience.

We aren’t scientists or gurus, but we are people who have been riding for most of our lives and have probably tried every way of doing things from the ridiculous to the incredibly stupid, and we hope our painful and sometimes hysterically funny experiences with trial and error will help you avoid some of the most common mistakes out there. Some of us have also worked very hard at researching the questions posed to give the best answer possible, although the other half of us still can’t get past the pictures and don’t read much. The bottom line is this: 1.) There is no such thing as a stupid question. Anyone who says there is should be sent back to first grade.

2.) The only question that can’t be answered is the one that’s never asked, even if the answer is “I don’t know.”

OK, that said, we are not DOT, ANSI, SNELL, or any other agency out there. We are riders trying to help riders. Our answers are the best of our knowledge and experience and when necessary some backup from the interweb thingy.

So with all that out of the way, let’s answer some questions (well, one this month, but it’s an important one): "If I have never been in a serious accident, is there a time that I should replace my helmet?"

Submitted by Rich R., Levittown, PA. This question has been around for a long time. I remember in the 70s (we were kids, but we were there), helmets were a grotesque onslaught of the craziest metal flake you ever saw. Not just shimmery metal flake, but actual chunks of Pintos and Pacers tucked into clear acrylic to make a blinding statement. Helmets have come a very long way since we were children. Now they are sophisticated, vented, and super padded; some have speakers in them and are so lightweight they are very comfortable.

To answer the question bluntly, if you have ever crashed while wearing it, get rid of the helmet immediately. No question about it. The five-second rule does not apply here. Do not pass go; just get rid of it. Why take the chance? That’s your brain inside there, and for as much as we use it we should keep it safe.

No manufacturer I have found has said a helmet has a definitive shelf life. Some say three years, some say eight years, and some won’t say at all. How could they set a time with all the variables out there? Common sense is key here. If you have ever dropped your helmet, you should inspect it. How many times have we dropped things on the floor and it’s never been a problem? We get amazed when our coffee

cup or glassware survived the fall from the counter to the porcelain floor without breaking, when you drop the same glass at a BBQ on your freshly mowed lawn and it blows apart. Murphy’s Law applies here too. Look at the helmet and check around the vents and rivets for cracks. If it’s cracking, get rid of it. If the trim around the edges is coming off from exposure to water and sun, then you should think that maybe it’s either not well built or ready to be replaced. If you leave your helmet outside all the time and never clean it, check it out. We all know what sun fade looks like and even though the manufacturers put UV retardants in their plastics, the sun will still get to it, just not as fast.

There are rumors circulating that sweat will ruin the foam inside your helmet. This should not be true for any helmet manufactured by a legitimate company. Foam can be compressed and make the helmet useless, but sweat should not degrade the foam. If your helmet fit fine before but now feels too big, the foam is gone and the helmet needs to be replaced. Some race tracks require helmets to be under a certain age, and that information can be found out from the individual promoters.

What it all boils down to is simply this: If you think something is wrong with it, replace it. If something has happened to it and you’re not sure about it, replace it.

If you never clean it and it starts to walk on its own, replace it. I personally won’t keep a helmet for more than four years. I have dropped mine and checked it out for cracks and on one occasion found some, so I replaced it. I had one I loved, but it was four years old and it had to go. That’s my personal preference. Any reputable dealer will help you with questions and answers, but remember their job is to sell stuff, so if they tell you every two years, check with the manufacturer. The wonder of smartphones has made questions like these very simple to answer in a short amount of time.

As riders, it’s our responsibility to protect ourselves and other riders as much as possible. Keeping your skull in one piece while on the trail is probably the best way to start. Remember to use your common sense, check for stickers in your helmet for age, check with the manufacturers for any information, and only wear helmets made that are certified by DOT or SNELL. HOWEVER, if your helmet says it’s approved by the NHL, NFL, or MLB or if it has Dora on it DO NOT WEAR IT TO RIDE AN ATV! If you have a question you’d like us to answer please submit it to Postmaster@TheATVZone.com.

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FAQ’s About the Huling Branch Reclamation Project and Whiskey Springs ATV Trail What is the project?

How do I get to Bloody Skillet?

The Huling Branch project is a large abandoned mine reclamation effort in the Sproul State Forest. It will reduce acid mine drainage and eliminate public health and safety hazards from dangerous highwalls.

From the Snow Shoe Exit of US Route 80 (Exit 147): Follow PA Route 144 north about 19 miles. Turn right onto De Haas Road and travel 5.3 miles south to the Bloody Skillet ATV Trail Northern Terminus Trailhead.

How long will it take?

Acid drainage seeping from abandoned mines destroy s land and stream resources.

The 100-acre Huling Branch reclamation project will eliminate public health and safety concerns.

Project completion is scheduled for September 2015 but work may take longer.

Why is the Whiskey Springs ATV trail closed?

The trail is closed because the safety of the public and workers is paramount.

6,000 linear feet of dangerous highwall, with drop-offs of 40 to 70 feet, will be backfilled to its original contours, eliminating a safety hazard for ATV riders and other forest visitors.

As Huling Branch construction intensifies, traffic conflicts among ATVs, heavy trucks and equipment will be pronounced. Access and parking for trailered ATVs will be severely limited.

The ferrous hydroxide, called "yellowboy" and sulfuric acid in mine drainage kill plants and aquatic life, encrust man-made structures and make waters unfit for use or recreation.

The entire trail will be closed for the duration of the project.

Who is doing the work?

Roughly 370,000 tons of alkaline material will be incorporated to neutralize highly acidic mine spoil and coal refuse. About 137,000 tons of crop coal around the perimeter of the reclamation area will be removed, along with 17,500 tons of buried coal refuse along sections of the existing highwall.

How much is the project going to cost?

Over 8,500 feet of recreational trails, part of the Bureau of Forestry’s Whiskey Springs ATV trail system, will be reconstructed. Over 54 acres will be re-vegetated with 48,150 tree seedlings utilizing the Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative. An additional 47 acres will be revegetated with wildlife habitat grasses.

From the intersection of PA Route 120 and PA Route 144 in Renovo: Follow PA Route 144 south about 16.5 miles to De Haas Road. Turn left onto De Haas Road. Travel approximately 5.3 miles to Bloody Skillet ATV Trail Northern Terminus Trailhead.

From the intersection of PA Route 150 and PA 364 (MonumentOrviston Road) in Beech Creek, PA: Follow Monument-Orviston Road northwest about 10.1 miles to Orviston, PA and the Southern Terminus Trailhead (Brickyard Parking Area) off De Haas Road in Orviston. To access the Northern Terminus Trailhead, take De Haas Road north from Brickyard Parking Area for about 5.0 miles.

The project is being done by L.R. Cosatanzo Co. Inc. of Scranton, PA.

The project will cost roughly 12.2 million dollars to complete.

Are hunting and public access permitted in the area?

Hunting is prohibited within the project area and a 150 yard safety zone around the boundaries of the project. See the map on the reverse.

Trails outside the safety zone are open for non-motorized public access.

Where else can I ride?

ATV enthusiasts can enjoy riding the nearby Bloody Skillet ATV Trail while the Huling Branch Project is active.

For more information contact: Sproul State Forest 15187 Renovo Road Renovo, PA 17764-9521 570-923-6011 email: FD10@pa.gov www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/recreation/atv

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