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Camille Deschene Awarded the MSA’s 2025 “Barney Robichaud” Groomer of the Year C amille Deschene has been named the recipient of the prestigious

In the early days with a demanding 4-day workweek, Deschene consis tently dedicated his three days off to grooming trails. He tirelessly carved paths north and south of the club house, reaching as far as the Bowlin Camp lookout, and consistently per formed essential trail maintenance. His reliability extended to covering for other groomer operators when ever needed, ensuring uninterrupted trail access for everyone. Now retired, Deschene continues to volunteer his time, primarily focusing on the ITS 83 to Whetstone trail sec tion, which he considers his personal domain. His commitment to excel lence is evident in his meticulous work. He’s known to return and redo

sections he deems unsatisfactory, even on his return leg. During peak season, he dedicates three or four nights a week to his passion, con sistently striving for perfection. He’s even stated that winning the lottery would allow him to purchase his own Tucker groomer – a testament to his unwavering love for the sport. For his decades of unwavering dedication and countless hours spent behind the wheel, improving and maintaining the trails, Camille Deschene is a truly deserving recipient of the “Barney Robichaud” Groomer of theYear award. His commitment to the East Branch Sno-Rovers and ATV Club and the broader snowmobiling community is an inspiration to all.

2025 “Barney Robichaud” Groomer of the Year award, presented by the MSA. Selected from a strong pool of nominees, Deschene’s dedication to the East Branch Sno-Rovers and ATV Club over four decades solidified his position as a clear standout. Nominated by his own club, Deschene’s contributions span far beyond the typical volunteer. His involvement began long before the club acquired its first Tucker groomer in 1987. As a “trail grunt,” he played a crucial role in expanding and improv ing the trails and bridges, laying the groundwork for the future grooming operations.

Camille Deschene & Brent Spaulding

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