Family of the Year: Molly, Jeff, and Marcia Miller
This family has been described as true ambassadors of snowmobiling. While many riders are seasonal recreationalists and put the season behind them in March, this family stays active all year, it is more of a lifestyle than a hobby. They ...Read more
Published on Saturday, April 14, 2012 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, family, people, sam, volunteers
SAM 2011-2012 Charity Report (Marcia Miller, Charity Chair)
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts charity committee and the SAM Delegates decided at our first meeting in the fall to continue our support Camp Sno-Mo in providing a week of camping for a Massachusetts resident. Camp Sno-Mo is an Easter ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 in Charity, News & Updates
Tags: charity, clubs, family, sam, volunteers
A Community's Passion for a Sport (Melissa Allard) (video)
Many of you have seen me running around with my camera at various SAM events over the past season. For those who don’t know me, I’m a born-and-raised snowmobiler from the Berkshires. Growing up, the Snow Seekers were like my ...Read more
Published on Thursday, January 12, 2012 in Guest Columns, News & Updates
Tags: access, DCR, education, environment, family, opinion, people, public lands, sam, trail-riding, volunteers
SAM Appreciation Night at Springfield Falcons Hockey
SAM members can purchase discounted tickets when the Springfield Falcons take on the Providence Bruins January 15th at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield. If you order tickets by Thursday, January 12, the tickets are $11 each (they regularly cost $18). ...Read more
Published on Monday, January 9, 2012 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: family, sam
Jake (Gerry Balchuinas)
“I’ll do it,” he said, as he threw on his coat and ran out the door. Ten inches of fresh snow had fallen during the night and Jake was raring to go. He was taking the place of the last ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 in Guest Columns, News & Updates
Tags: family, opinion, volunteers
Snowmobile Age Restrictions (updated)
How old do I need to be to ride a snowmobile? The last time we reported on the age restrictions was almost a year ago, but things have changed since new regulations went into effect this year. This updated chart ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates, Safety
Tags: education, family, laws, safety
No Cost Insurance Benefits for SAM Members
American Income Life has announced that all active members of SAM now have new benefits at no cost (see details). This includes a $3,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit at no cost. In addition, members who respond online or return ...Read more
Published on Friday, November 18, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: family, sam
SAM Charity Report (Marcia Miller, chairperson)
As we enter the time of year where we reflect on those things we are grateful for and then start to think about those things we would like to give as gifts for the holidays, let us remember those who ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in Charity, General Announcements, Guest Columns, News & Updates
Tags: charity, clubs, family, opinion, sam
International Snowmobile Media Council Awards $1,000 Scholarship
In 2008, after losing longtime friend and colleague C.J. Ramstad to a tragic auto accident the year before, the International Snowmobile Media Council (ISMC) wanted to find a way to honor the renowned photojournalist, editor, publisher and political activist. Ramstad ...Read more
Published on Monday, October 17, 2011 in General Announcements, International Snowmobile Congress, News & Updates
Tags: charity, education, family, people
Expo Announces Additional Exhibitors
The NE PowerSport Expo is almost here! This Saturday and Sunday, October 15 and 16 at the Eastern States Exposition Grounds, West Springfield (Directions). Doors Open Saturday at 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Follow ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: expo, family, sam, sleds, travel, vintage, volunteers
NE PowerSport Expo October 15 – 16
The NE PowerSport Expo, This Saturday and Sunday, October 15 and 16 at the Eastern States Exposition Grounds, West Springfield (Directions). Doors Open Saturday at 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Follow the NE PowerSport ...Read more
Published on Monday, October 10, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: clubs, expo, family, opinion, sam, vintage, volunteers
American Snowmobiler Magazine Features SAM Trails
American Snowmobiler magazine has a feature story about SAM and trail riding in Massachusetts. Mike Carr, wrote, “One of the best kept secret sledding destinations is western Massachusetts, where the Berkshire Mountains offer venturesome sledders an abundance of snow and ...Read more
Published on Monday, October 3, 2011 in General Announcements, In The News, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, family, people, sam, trail-riding, travel, volunteers
Family of the Year: The the Sarafin Family
This Sarafin family not only plays an active role in the club but participate in trail trims, bridge building and of course ride. In addition, they are all officers. They work at all functions, they are the ones who keep ...Read more
Published on Saturday, April 2, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, family, people, sam, volunteers
Junior Snowmobiler of the Year: Ryan Grant
The Coldbrook Snowmobile Club has a young member who sets the bar, not only for junior members, but members in general. He is the first to come, the last to leave, and always the first to volunteer to help. He ...Read more
Published on Saturday, April 2, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, family, people, sam, volunteers
SAM Charity Report (Marcia Miller)
Wow, March already… the holiday seasons are way behind us now. The Advent season is the time when we think most about “giving.” The Toys for Tots program was a success again this year with SAM giving over 150 toys ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 in Charity, General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: charity, family, sam, volunteers
Environmental Police Alert Operators of New Rules
Massachusetts Environmental Police Alert Off-Highway Vehicle Operators of New Rules. New age restrictions, safety education and registration requirements go into effect. With the onset of spring, the Massachusetts Environmental Police (MEP) are reminding snow machine, all-terrain vehicle and dirt bike ...Read more
Published on Thursday, March 17, 2011 in General Announcements, In The News, News & Updates, Safety
Tags: education, family, laws, press release, safety
Coldbrook Members Recognized for Saving Life
The Worcester Telegram & Gazette ran a story about several Coldbrook Snowmobile Club members who saved a fellow snowmobiler’s life earlier this winter. Photo (L-R) Robin Grant Briner, left, and Officer William Woytek, right, share a moment with David and ...Read more
Published on Monday, March 14, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates, Safety, Vintage
Tags: clubs, family, people, safety, vintage, volunteers
Easy Riders Give Kids Rides
The Easy Riders Snowmobile Club was featured in the MetroWest Daily News for giving rides to kids, most who have never snowmobiled before. “As part of the Ashland Coalition for Teens, members of the Easy Riders Snowmobile Club of Marlborough ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: charity, clubs, education, family, ISMA, people, volunteers
$5,000 in Scholarships Available to SAM Members
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts announces the 2011 Charlene Whitaker SAM Scholarship. SAM members can also apply for two other scholarships, the Northeast Chapter ISC Scholarship and the CJ Ramstad Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship awards are: Charlene Whitaker Scholarship – ...Read more
Published on Monday, February 21, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: education, family, people, sam
Reflections: The Charlene Whitaker Story (Robert Dodge)
“O.K., onto my favorite subject”… that’s what most of us say when we’re talking about snowmobiling. Those were the first words Charlene Whitaker said when we started this interview for our story. Knowing this lady, and knowing what she’s done ...Read more
Published on Friday, February 18, 2011 in Guest Columns, News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: competition, family, people, sam, vintage, volunteers
Exploring BGL Club Trails (Terry Holland)
On this fine day, a small group of us headed out from the Worcester area to go riding. We had never been on the trails from Northfield Center heading west so we figured it would be a good day to ...Read more
Published on Thursday, January 20, 2011 in Guest Columns, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, family, trail-riding, travel
Daydreaming About Snowmobiling (Terry Holland)
Last January my husband Andy and I, along with a small group of friends, took a drive out to Hawley, Massachusetts to ride in the state park and club trails in that area. As usual, it was fun to go ...Read more
Published on Sunday, January 9, 2011 in Guest Columns, News & Updates
Tags: family, trail-riding, travel
Students Snowmobile to School in NY
Going to high school in Dolgeville, New York may be a dream come true for many students. Located between Utica and Schenectady, the Dolgeville Central School Board of Education recently gave the green light to students who want to ride ...Read more
Published on Monday, January 3, 2011 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: education, family, trail-riding
DCR Parks & Forests: Selection Criteria and Management Guidelines
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation has posted a draft document, Landscape Designations for DCR Parks & Forests: Selection Criteria and Management Guidelines. SAM members should take the time to review the document and understand how it will effect ...Read more
Published on Sunday, December 12, 2010 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: access, DCR, environment, family, laws, legislative, public lands
