9199-R2_MSA_October2025_Newsletter

Trail Blazer Remembered Bob Sambito’s Legacy on Maine’s Snowmobile Community

T he crisp air of Maine’s winter trails will feel a little emptier this sea son with the passing of Robert “Bob” Sambito in the spring of 2025. Bob was more than just a snowmobiler; he was a dedicated force behind the scenes, a generous spirit whose contributions significantly shaped the landscape of snowmobiling in our state, particu larly for the RipleyTrail Riders and the Wasakeag Snowmobile Club. For nearly 40 years, Bob poured his heart and soul into the snowmobile community. A retired Navy veteran, he found a new calling in service to

his fellow riders. His hands-on dedi cation was instrumental in building the Ripley Trail Riders’ new groomer barn, a vital piece of infrastructure that ensures our trails remain in prime condition. His commitment didn’t stop there; Bob also lent his expertise and tireless efforts to the Wasakeag Snowmobile Club in Dexter, contrib uting immensely to their operations and growth. Bob’s passion for the outdoors was evident in all aspects of his life. He found immense joy in exploring Maine’s Interconnecting Trail Sys

tem (ITS) on his snowmobile, creat ing memories while camping at our beautiful state parks, and casting a line on the serene waters of Mooseh ead Lake and his beloved Lake Was sookeag, where his family resided for many years. Bob Sambito leaves behind a leg acy etched not only on the trails he helped maintain but also in the hearts of the many friends and fellow snow mobilers he encountered. We remem ber Bob with gratitude for a life well lived and for the lasting impact he has made on Maine’s winter trails.

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