Never Saw That Coming! (Jeff Miller)
Snowmobiling is a year round sport. It is not uncommon to have regular meetings throughout the year to prepare for the upcoming season. Sledmass is no different. So it was not unusual to have a meeting of the executive committee ...Read more
Published on Friday, June 16, 2017 in In The News, News & Updates, President's Message
Tags: people, sam, volunteers
Dan Gould Named Executive Director of New Hampshire Snowmobile Association
The New Hampshire Snowmobile Association has named Dan Gould as executive director. Dan will be responsible for executive leadership, communications, representation and administration. He will officially start July 1, 2017. It is with mixed emotions that I step down as ...Read more
Published on Thursday, May 25, 2017 in In The News, News & Updates, President's Message
Tags: people, press release, sam, volunteers
SAM Annual Meeting April 6
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts Board of Directors invite you to celebrate your association at the upcoming SAM Annual Meeting and dinner. Participate, relax and enjoy dinner with your friends, while you participate in the business meeting and the honoring ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 in General Announcements, In The News, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, sam, volunteers
New Snowmobile Club: Snow Riders of the Nashaway
SAM is proud to announce a new snowmobile club. The Snow Riders of the Nashaway were approved by the SAM Board of Directors and are now an officially recognized club of the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts. Welcome aboard! The Snow ...Read more
Published on Sunday, February 12, 2017 in General Announcements, In The News, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, people, sam
SAM I AM: Michael Sarafin
Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts member profile: Michael Sarafin is the new treasurer of the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts and a member of the Worthington Snowmobile Club. Mike has been riding snowmobiles for 22 years. His current snowmobile is a 2011 ...Read more
Published on Sunday, February 5, 2017 in Guest Columns, In The News, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, opinion, people, sam
Top 10 Snowmobile Stories of 2016
Here are the Top 10 Snowmobile Stories of 2016, written by fellow members of the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts, just for you! It’s a mix of products, experiences, opinions, humor and fun. It’s also an invitation for you to send ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: opinion, people, sam
Sledmass Delivers Christmas Toys For Tots
The Sledmass clubs delivered a Merry Christmas for the Toys For Tots program again this year, now an annual fundraiser. There were so many toys that we couldn’t even fit all of them into the hall at the Oak Ridge ...Read more
Published on Thursday, December 22, 2016 in Charity, In The News, News & Updates
Tags: charity, clubs, family, sam, volunteers
Q&A: Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts
From time to time there are questions about SAM. I hope this Q&A clarifies how the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts operates and why our partnership is key to the success of snowmobiling and the economy. SAM is not a company, it is ...Read more
Published on Monday, November 21, 2016 in In The News, News & Updates, President's Message
Tags: clubs, opinion, sam, volunteers
Special Snowmobile Registration Event
In cooperation with SAM, the Massachusetts Environmental Police will be holding a special snowmobile registration event November 13, 2016 at the BGL Swap Meet from 9am-3pm. Where: The Steel Shed Inc., 39 Bernardston Rd (Rt. 5 & 10), Bernardston, MA. ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, sam, vintage
2016 Sled Expo Vintage Show
The 2016 Sled Expo Vintage show by The Massachusetts Vintage Snowmobile Club dominated the main isle of the showroom floor. Show attendees voted for their favorite sleds and decided who took home the bling. Special thanks to Mel Scuderi and John ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 in News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: expo, sam, vintage
2016 Sled Expo Exhibitor List
The list of exhibitors for the 2016 Sled Expo is below. The Snowmobile Superstore features new sleds, trailers, helmets, boots, bibs, jackets, oil and all types of accessories and services. Buy and sell at the Used Sled Corral. Vote for the ...Read more
Published on Saturday, October 1, 2016 in News & Updates, Sled Expo
Tags: clubs, expo, manufacturers, sam
Contact Senate President Rosenberg (Larry Tucker)
SAM’s legislative bill S1955 currently resides in the Senate Ways and Means Committee. It needs to be moved out of committee for action ASAP. We need your help. How can you impact our bill? You should write, email, snail mail, ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 in Legislative Affairs, News & Updates
Tags: legislative, sam
SAM Unified Dues and Online Sales
In response to ongoing requests from snowmobilers in Massachusetts, SAM has implemented significant changes to better serve our members. At the May meeting of the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts, the Board of Directors voted on a number of key proposals ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 in General Announcements, News & Updates
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John Rackem: 2016 Trail Worker Of The Year
Here, we have a snowmobile volunteer without an official title. John Rackem’s role is out on the trails, making sure projects are completed, organizing what is needed, where it is needed, and when. As a trail worker, John is always ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, people, sam, volunteers
SAM Annual Meeting April 7
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts Board of Directors invite you to celebrate your association at the upcoming SAM Annual Meeting and dinner on Thursday, April 7, 2016. Participate, relax and enjoy dinner with your friends, while you participate in the ...Read more
Published on Monday, February 8, 2016 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, sam, volunteers
2016 SAM Vintage Rides
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts (SAM) and the Mass Vintage Snowmobile Club have awarded Vintage Snowmobile Rides to three clubs for 2016. The events have become extremely popular, allowing SAM members to ride their vintage sleds in a parade-like atmosphere, ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 in News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: clubs, sam, trail-riding, vintage
Top 10 Snowmobile Stories of 2015
Here are the Top 10 Snowmobile Stories of 2015, all written by SAM members for your reading and riding pleasure. It’s a mix of products, experiences, opinions, humor and fun. It’s also an invitation for you to send a story ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: in the news, opinion, people, sam, volunteers
WWLP 22 News Video of SAM Registration Event
WWLP 22 News featured a video report from the SAM sponsored Special Snowmobile Registration Event by the Massachusetts Environmental Police. The registration services coincided with the Bernardston-Gill-Leyden snowmobile club’s annual swap meet. The Massachusetts Environmental Police had a mobile command center on ...Read more
Published on Sunday, November 15, 2015 in In The News, News & Updates
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SAM Annual Meeting April 2
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts Board of Directors invite you to celebrate your association at the upcoming SAM Annual Meeting and dinner on Thursday, April 2, 2015. Participate, relax and enjoy dinner with your friends, while you participate in the ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, sam, volunteers
$5,000 in Scholarships Available to SAM Members
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts Charlene Whitaker SAM Scholarship is available to members of SAM. In addition, SAM members can also apply for two other scholarships, the Northeast Chapter ISC Scholarship and the CJ Ramstad Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship awards ...Read more
Published on Friday, February 20, 2015 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: education, family, sam
Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts Vintage Rides
The Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts and the Mass Vintage Snowmobile Club have awarded vintage snowmobile rides to several clubs for 2015. February, 7, Burgy Bullets Snowmobile Club Burgy Bullets Clubhouse, 12 Laurel Rd, Haydenville Massachusetts 01039. The 25 mile ride ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 in News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: sam, vintage
Massachusetts Vintage Snowmobile Registration Law
The Vintage Snowmobile Registration legislation filed by the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts was signed by Governor Patrick and is now law. SAM’s bill H.3858 can now be referred to as Chapter 502 of the Acts of 2014. There are a ...Read more
Published on Sunday, January 11, 2015 in News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: legislative, sam, vintage
Snowmobile Facts vs. Fiction: Fight Misinformation
There are many false claims made about snowmobiling and it’s important that you understand snowmobile facts vs. fiction, and fight misinformation. There is a myth that snowmobilers have plenty of trails to ride but those making such claims do not ...Read more
Published on Saturday, December 27, 2014 in Education, News & Updates
Tags: education, opinion, public lands, sam, volunteers
Sled Expo Exhibitors Announced
Get to the Sled Expo – October 18 and 19 The Big E Grounds in West Springfield The Sled Expo is the Snowmobile Superstore, featuring snowmobile and dealer displays. Get the best deals of the season on new and used ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, October 15, 2014 in News & Updates, Sled Expo
Tags: clubs, expo, sam, volunteers
The Sled Expo Video
Take a 40-second video tour of the Sled Expo as we get ready to open the doors for this weekend’s Snowmobile Super Store event. Saturday, October 18, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday, October 19, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 in News & Updates, Sled Expo
Tags: expo, manufacturers, sam, sleds
Snowmobile Swap Meet at the Sled Expo
Don’t miss the snowmobile and power-sports Swap Meet at the Sled Expo October 18 and 19. Sell and buy used parts, accessories, trailers, jackets, bibs, and other related motorsports gear. Great deals to be had. Clean out your garage and ...Read more
Published on Thursday, October 9, 2014 in News & Updates, Sled Expo
Tags: expo, sam, sleds
Jeffrey Gamelli, Snowmobiler of the Year
It’s an honor to recognize someone who has been involved in the Snowmobile Association of Massachusetts for a good part of his adult life, someone who has made a difference. Jeffrey Gamelli is a jack-of-all trades guy, as far as ...Read more
Published on Friday, May 16, 2014 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, people, sam, volunteers
Bernardston Gill Leyden: Snowmobile Club of the Year Award
There are many ways to measure a club’s success. A steady increase in membership is certainly one of them. But that doesn’t happen by chance. The Bernardston Gill Leyden Snowmobile Club realized some time ago that in order to succeed they ...Read more
Published on Thursday, May 1, 2014 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, sam, volunteers
Jim LaFrance, SAM Groomer Operator of the Year
This year’s winner is a familiar face to everyone who attends the Sled Expo, he’s there just about every year, especially if the club’s groomers are on display. Like so many award recipients, he’s a volunteer supreme. His arms are ...Read more
Published on Sunday, April 27, 2014 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, family, people, sam, volunteers
Joe Gibbons, SAM Trail Worker of the Year
It’s been said that trail work is done by ghosts or the supernatural, maybe even by elves. No one ever sees them but the evidence is clear. The trails are trimmed, the signs are hung, bridges are in perfect condition, ...Read more
Published on Thursday, April 17, 2014 in Awards, News & Updates
Tags: clubs, people, sam, volunteers
