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BRP Landowner of the Year – 100 Acres or More Awarded to Weyerhaeuser - Presented by Alan Dugas

to 30 clubs in Maine alone. But their support goes beyond just access. Weyerhaeuser has allowed clubs to install permanent bridges, has donated gravel for projects, and has cut trails to help ensure safety. In times of trail closures or reroutes, their land managers have worked collaboratively to find solutions that keep connections open and the trail system operational. For example, Weyerhaeuser went above and beyond recently by allowing a club to cut a new trail to divert snowmobilers from an active logging road, ensuring the safety of both loggers and snowmobilers. While they do not gain much from letting us use their land, they recognize the significant impact it has on the community. It is clear that Weyerhaeuser’s

I n the State of Maine, we have over 14,000 miles of snowmobile trails. 95% of those trails are on private property – only 700 miles of trails exist on public land. Weyerhaeuser is a key partner in the snowmobiling community, providing access to their 900,000 acres of actively harvested and maintained timberlands in Maine, plus an additional 100,000 acres in Vermont and New Hampshire. Their dedication to the principle of “multiple use” is evident in their willingness to share their livelihood with both snowmobilers and ATVers, enabling robust trail systems for close

commitment to enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities and their dedication to the snowmobiling community make them a deserving recipient of the “BRP Landowner of the Year” award.

Polaris Landowner of the Year – 100 Acers or Less Awarded to David and Patty Corriveau - Nominated by Gary Marquis D avid and Patty Corriveau of Caribou awarded the Polaris Landowner

1500’ of trail to the point where we can access it at any time of the year and most importantly at the beginning of the winter season without the worry of getting stuck with our groomers. Whenever asked, Mr. Corriveau has allowed the Parks and Recreation Department full access to whatever is needed for upgrades.This past summer the landowner allowed the Parks and Recreation Department to build an ATV trail through this property which now allows access to 3 businesses on the

South side of the community. With the help of several manufacturers trails grants we were able to build a year round trail. Having landowners like the Corriveau’s who understand the importance of outdoor motorized recreation is priceless and will ensure the connectivity of trails through our community and the area. Please join us in congratulating David and Patty Corriveau the 2023 Polaris Landowner of theYear.

of the Year with 100 Acers or Less. The section of property, which the Corriveau’s allow access on, is Trail 83A heading towards the Caribou Inn and Convention Center. This piece of property, which we have been using since the early 2000’s, has always been a challenge in early season and late season maintenance as it is a little wet. The Corriveau’s have allowed us over the years to improve the approximately

2023 MSA Dealer of the Year Awarded to County Sports Presented by Al Swett

T his snowmobile dealer located in Caribou, Maine has been around a long time. They have a showroom full of inventory to outfit you and your sled. A great service department and many Polaris snowmobiles to choose from. Many folks are pleased with the family like atmosphere when they enter the building and downhome hospitality. Their professionalism and knowledge is second to none. In fact, Polaris has recommended them two years in a row for our super raffle sleds. Which has

been instrumental in make the raffles a huge success! Congratulations to

County Sports in Caribou is the 2023 MSA dealer of the year!

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