9199-R2_MSA_October2025_Newsletter

From The Executive Board Secretary’s Report - Shanna Towle Directors Meeting - Route 11 Streakers Club House, Limerick, Maine - September 16, 2025

Northern: Nick M - Not much going on now, waiting on farmers to harvest crops, clubs have gotten packets, just had grass drag in Ashland “good job to all who helped out”. Director of Operations: Al S – Thanks to RT11, very busy at office, still waiting for the Alcom trailer for the drawing, MSA show coming up, getting more posters made for the show, need people to help at the show. Safety: Al S – Main concern this year to get out and more involved with schools and clubhouses to get the word out on safety on the trails, safety posters arriving shortly, IF&W safety course available. Scholarship: Barry R – Recapped the scholarship funds in the Treasurer’s report. Trails: Mike G – Had the first couple trail committee meetings and no major problems known, still working on the map app to hope to have ready for the show in October. Membership: Eileen L – Memberships are starting to roll in, encouraged to get in ASAP, great to see coming in. Hospitality & Hall of Fame: Gail R – Sent get well cards to Jerry Major, Matt Baron and sent a birthday card to Lori H, gave a joke. Funding: Matt S – MTP grant deadline is 9/26 by 5pm this is round 1 of 4 for the 30 million available, hope to have a grant workshop at the show for the grant, the bill we had didn’t pass last session but wasn’t declined either was held over for next session, objective is to get more funds on the trails OLD BUSINESS: Super raffle update & MSA Snowmobile & Powersports Show Update: online raffle underway, changes and improvements to the show more coming next year, volunteers needed. Funding & MTP updates: see prior notes for donations to help grow the fund and for ways to increase the number of scholarships, it awards. It encourages clubs to donate to the fund either from money raised through bottle drives, 50/50 club drawings, or from other fund-raising events they have. There will be an MSA Scholarship booth at the MSA Snow mobile and Powersports Show in Augusta in

Opening remarks done by President Mark C.- Thanks to Rt 11 Streakers for hosting the night. Secretary’s report: Copies were given out to read. Motion to accept as written by Dave Watson and seconded by Brad Barker. Motion passed. Treasurer’s report: Copies were given out and were read by Assistant Treasurer, Barry Ryan. No objections or changes so copy will be placed on file at the MSA office. President’s comments: Thanks to RT11 for hosting & setting up a great dinner, the online tickets are underway and sold $1,000 so far, have the MSA show coming up, Al been running the prize sleds all over the state for ticket sales, still need volunteers at the show, had 19 clubs sign up to sell tickets at the show but only have 6 slots so will be drawing tonight the winners Ex VP comments: Matt said sorry not able to attend in person, commented will touch on Eastern: Eileen L - Thanks to RT11, most clubs starting up next week with meetings, EMSC open house on 9/21, Ebeemee has some things that need to be worked on, local issue in Millinocket but will get resolved. Western: Jerry M - Was present. Central: Ron N - Packets delivered to clubs, New Portland got a “new” groomer donated and have 2 drags for sale. Coastal: Dave W - Thanked RT11, been asked to write article for MSA paper on trails in Coastal region so looking for photos, POI, rest areas, food, gas, etc. please email any highlights. be available to you. The Maine Snowmobile Association has a scholarship application process for MSA members who are looking to further their edu cation. All you have to do is have been a mem ber of an MSA snowmobile club for the previ ous two years and fill out an application. The deadline for this application is April 1, 2026 so it is never too early to start. Go on the MSA website, www.mainesnowmobileassociation. com click on membership, go to MSA Schol arship Fund, and download the application or fill it out on line. You must include ALL REQUIRED information in order to be consid ered. The scholarship recipients will be noti fied in April 2026 and if selected the money will be sent to the school of their choice in late January of 2027 once they complete their first semester and send a copy of the second semes ter registration to the MSA office. The Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce once again this year there will be THREE $1,500 scholarships awarded. Thanks to the generous donation from the Route 11 Streakers SC from their T- Bone Cook off and funds raised by the committee, three scholarships can be funded. The Scholarship Fund is always looking Alan Swett 207-872-7282 234 County Rd, Waterville ME 04901 snowtraveler@roadrunner.com W ell, it’s getting close to our season, and as winter approaches, it’s time to check over our equipment. Here are a few areas to consider. Let’s start with your snowmobile. Does the Battery need to be replaced? The fuel system may need a new filter; check for cracked or leaking fuel lines. Spark plugs may need to be replaced if they are old and worn. The drive belt should be checked for cracks and wear. Replace it if it’s damaged. How are your brakes? Test for proper use. Headlights, taillights, kill switch, and make sure the throt tle works freely. Steering and carbides look funding later in the meeting REGIONAL VP REPORTS:

above from Matt. Fall Summit Roundtable: Sept 20th update: binders are made up for the summit on 9/20/2025 hosted by EMSC 263 Levenseller Rd Holden starts at 10am. GPS Mapping update: still getting club permissions to post trails on new map app been working with MapGear, also will have a booth at the show about the new map app. NEW BUSINESS: Election of Tom England to Coastal Regional Director: passed & welcomed Tom to new roll Drawing for Super Raffle Sales at show: 6 slots drawn out of 19 who applied Friday 3-9pm Snow Valley Snowgoers Sat 9-1pm Neqasset Trailblazers Sat 1-5pm Town & Country Sat 5-8pm Litchfield SC Sun 9-12pm Alna SC Sun 12-3pm Narrow Gauge SC ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS: Swap meet by Northern Timber Cruisers on 9/20/2025. Bridgton Brewfest on 9/27/2025, Pleasant Mountain SC. JoMary Riders SC having a cookout on Oct 11 th at Five Lakes Lodge from 4-7pm. Ebeemee planning Rick Levasser memorial ride and vintage ride for Feb more info to come. East Branch Snow Rovers doing Groomer Rodeo a Saturday in early February. Pot of Gold – Podunk SC Dixfield drawn but not present so back into pot. 50/50 Drawing - $73 winning ticket #957052 Mark Chinnock won and gave back to scholarship fund. Meeting Adjourned at 8:43pm. October. That’s where you can get your 50/50 tickets and help support the fund. The Committee would also like to thank the MSA directors that attend the monthly directors’ meetings for their support. At these meetings, there is also a 50/50 drawing and the proceeds will once again this year go to the scholarship fund.

Shanna Towle, Secretary 207-341-1747 878 Main Steet, Palmyra, ME 04965 shannatowle@gmail.com

ATTENDEES: President: Mark Chinnock, Executive VP: Matt Stedman (via zoom), Secretary: Shanna Towle, Brad Barker, Randy MacWhinnie, Joe Walsh, Joe Joe Walsh, Wayne Leslie, Randy MacWhinnie, Tom England, Matt Baron, Michelle Baron, Patrick Rosa, Molly Libby-Baron, Al Swett, Devan Rodrigue, Don Allaire, Catherine Horne, Richard Horne, Paula Huff, Ron Nunes, Lori Nunes, Bob Corthell, Mary Corthell, Bob Flagg, Marion Pinkham, Barry Ryan, Gail Ryan, Eileen Lafland, Dave Watson, Betsy Watson, Via Zoom: Pete & Laurie Plourde, Charlie Huntington, Nick Morrill, Mike Delong, Ed Brownell, Jim Splan, Mike Grass Jr & Jerry Major. Meeting called to order at 7:24pm by President Mark Chinnook. Salute to the American flag.

Scholarship Committee

Eileen Lafland, 207-843-7813 PO Box 733, Holden ME 04429 L.andE.lafland525476@gmail.com

W ith the temperatures beginning to fall and the snowmobile season starting up, it is also time for those students who are look ing to further their education after this school year to think about how to fund it. It’s never to early to research scholarship money that could

for wear and tear. This is very important. Check the shocks up front and on the rear for damage and wear. How’s your track any rips or tears? How about your snowmobile clothing and gear, if you don’t mind me asking? Check for fit and comfort. Base layers, mid layers, and outer layers of clothing should be looked over. Boots, gloves, and DOT helmets should all be inspected before the first snow. Take a look at your trailer, change the tires if they’re cracked or weathered. Make sure all the lights work and look for cracks in the framework. Always check your wheel torque after each trip, as many wheels loosen up and could lead to a bad situation during your out ing. Always bring a spare tire and make sure

it has air in it! Battery-powered impact guns and floor jacks are beneficial. Also, upgraded LED lighting is helpful on our trails. Our first ride out is always a memorable one; make it a safe one, too Also, to all the trail builders out there, wear your PPE and watch out for unsafe conditions. Be aware of rocks and tree roots underfoot, tree branches, and get help with heavy lifting. Watch out for hunters, and wear blaze orange, good boots, and gloves to get the job done. Please remember to change your smoke alarm batteries. Be safe out there. Appreciate all you do, AL

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