Newsletter – Fall 2009 - Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club

Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club
P.O. BOX 519, BOBCAYGEON, ONTARIO, CANADA, K0M 1A0
Volume 1
www.twinmountainssc.ca
Fall 2009
Fall 2009 Newsletter
Welcome to our Fall 2009 Newsletter. The Board of Directors of TMSC feels that it is
very important to keep all of our landowners, club members, sponsors and supporters up
to date and informed of all club news, changes, and other interesting events. We are also
seeking your input, submissions, and photographs.
If, at any time, anyone has any material or photographs that you would like to see
included in our Newsletter, please feel free to contact Nadene Nicholas at (705) 799-1409
or at [email protected].
A copy of the minutes from our Annual General Meeting, which was held at the
clubhouse on Saturday February 21st, 2009 have also been attached to this Newsletter for
your information.
2009/2010 Board of Directors
The following is a list of the current Board Members, contact numbers, and respective
responsibilities:
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President
Vice-President
Secretary
Treasurer
Landowners
Membership
Publicity/Events
Grooming
Signage
Driver Training
Trails
Trail Patrol
Website
Volunteers
Health & Safety
Wayne Haagsma (705-738-2333)
Larry Hulsmans (705-738-9572)
Marlene Jackson (705-738-9838)
Marlene Jackson & Reanne Embury (705-738-9074)
Larry Hulsmans
Wayne Haagsma
Nadene Nicholas (705-799-1409)
Bob Simpson (705-793-2626)
Jim Thomas (705-799-1409)
Tim Embury (709-738-9074)
Laverne Clark (705-341-3221)
Wayne Haagsma (705-738-2333)
Nadene Nicholas
Larry Hulsmans
Mike Klein (705-738-2613)
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Another Fantastic Snowmobile Season!!!!!
Another great year of excellent trails was enjoyed by sledders during the 2008/2009
season, although we did have several weather interruptions that caused some problem
areas on our trails. We were able to open trails in mid December, but then had to limit
them in January, re-open them again, only to have an unusual February, receiving little
snow, and some rain.
As of the second week of March, we still had a good trail base, but had received
inadequate amounts of new snow for good lubrication for sled sliders to run safely. We
had to close gates on three trails on March 7, 2009 due to some ATV riders who, thinking
that our sledding season was over, began using them.
We at TMSC are pleased to announce that new landowners have granted us permission to
reopen the part of the Cedar Rapids Trail (#410) that has been closed for approximately
six years. We certainly appreciate their generous offer, as we really missed that section
which allows us to join up to the Blue Camp Trail (# 435) and on to the east side, and
also to Oak Shores.
We no longer include Richie's Trail (# 455) on our map as there doesn't seem to be
anyway to reach an agreement on the use of that trail. This is a great loss to TMSC in
both total kilometres of trail, and a lot of permit dollars and leg work will be required to
re-route this trail.
We are working with the Can Council of Snowmobiles and the Nat Trail Coalition to
receive government funding to improve the Loom Lake Trail (# 495), as well as finish
spreading some fine material on the new section of E 108 that we moved last year.
The local ATV Club (the Kawartha ATV Association or KATVA) from Lindsay has
been keeping the trails on Crown land clear of fallen trees and picking loose stones.
They have also contributed to our trail repairs and have done a great job in patrolling
them as well. We have noticed a tremendous decrease in Landowners' reports of renegade
ATV's on their land.
The # 400 Trail is almost entirely on private land and we installed 2 gates at different
locations last year, however there still seemed to be a lot of activity on this trail.
This year the Kawartha ATV Association has kept this trail to almost no ATV traffic at
all. We certainly appreciate this, and are pleased to report grass and weeds are growing
on the trail. This Club has proven they can and will do their patrolling and controlling of
our trails as they had promised!
LANDOWNERS AND VOLUNTEERS
TMSC would like to take this opportunity to thank our Landowners for their kindness and
use of their land for our trails, so that we in turn could provide a great source of winter
activity and fun for all of our riders.
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I must congratulate four of our landowners who received Petro-Can gift cards in the
OFSC gas draws. Our lucky winners were Bob Anderson, Jim Grant, Wayne Kimble and
Ken & Katie McIlmoyle.
We would also like to thank our permit outlets for their time and work while selling
permits, handing out maps and giving trail information throughout the season.
We also congratulate Laverne Clark, our Trail Co-ordinator, for winning the District # 2
Volunteer of the Year Award.
Also, many thanks to all other volunteers who helped us with trail work, permit outlets,
and in many other ways during the past winter.
TMSC hopes everyone had a happy and safe summer and looks forward to your
continued support and membership again this coming season.
Larry Hulsmans
Vice President
Landowner Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator
Club News
DISTRICT 2 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
LAVERNE CLARK
Laverne Clark is a valued and dedicated member of the Twin Mountains
Snowmobile Club.
Laverne came to TMSC 5 years ago, looking to volunteer his time by
doing trail work. Since that time, he
has been a dedicated volunteer, going
above and beyond the realm of many
other volunteers. Not only is Laverne
very active on the trails, he doesn’t
hesitate to take on whatever task needs attention.
Trail work, brushing, signage, construction work,
barbequing and manning information booths are just
some of the tasks that Laverne performs, and these are
just the ones the Club knows about. Laverne unselfishly spends countless hours doing
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the “little” things that need to be done without anyone realizing it. He doesn’t seek
recognition, or attention, he just goes out and does what needs to be done. No hoopla and
no fanfare. That is his nature.
Laverne is a big, burly man, who is a teddy bear at heart. He shares his passion for the
outdoors with all who are around him, and he is a wonderful ambassador for the sport of
snowmobiling, and more importantly, a true role model for all of our Club volunteers.
He acts as a mentor to the more junior volunteers that have come on board. Laverne is
continuously promoting snowmobiling, and actively searches for and recruits new
volunteers.
His generosity extends beyond the Twin Mountains
Snowmobile Club, with involvement in other recreational
outdoor clubs. His efforts on both fronts have resulted in
new members and volunteers for Twin Mountains.
Everyone who knows Laverne enjoys his company, and
actively seeks to spend time with him, and any time spent
with Laverne is generally outdoors, on a trail, with chainsaw
in hand. This is a win-win situation for everyone, and the
benefits to the Club as a whole are numerous.
Laverne Clark is irreplaceable as a member of Twin Mountains
Snowmobile Club, as a role model, and as a great friend. He
gives his all at the drop of a hat, and seeks nothing in return.
Any Club, regardless of interest, should be as fortunate as the
Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club is to have such an asset.
TMSC & KATVA TEAM UP AT BOBCAYGEON MIDNIGHT MADNESS
TMSC and KATVA teamed up at Bobcaygeon
Midnight Madness held on August 1st, 2009. Members
were on hand to promote the sports of snowmobiling
and ATVing. Club merchandise was available for
purchase, and information packages and maps were
handed out to the public.
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YAMAFEST 2009
TMSC, in conjunction with MCGREGOR SPORTSLINE, hosted Yamafest 2009 at the
clubhouse on Bass Lake Road, on January 31st, 2009. We had a fantastic turn out, and
had twice as many riders as last year. Many different models were on hand, and it was a
great chance to try different machines.
A fantastic chili and barbeque lunch was served
compliments of McGregor Sportsline, and the TMSC
50/50 draw was won by Jane Landriault of
Peterborough, who stopped by the club while out for
a ride with her son. Congratulations Jane, and thanks
for supporting TMSC.
We would like to thank MCGREGOR
SPORTSLINE for hosting this event, and for the
generous donation to the club. We are grateful for
your continued support.
Look for YAMAFEST again this season on a date to be announced. The date for this
event will be posted on our new website.
COMING EVENTS
DRIVER TRAINING
We had another great turnout for our Driver Training program and we thank our
volunteers for all of the hard work that went into putting this training together.
We would also like to thank CAYGEON LANES for donating the meeting room for this
training. Your support is greatly appreciated by all.
We will be holding Driver Training sessions again this winter, on a date to be announced.
The dates for the training and registration information will be posted on our new website
well in advance of the training sessions, so please check frequently.
LANDOWNER AND VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION NIGHT
Last year’s Landowner Appreciation night was a huge success, and we have scheduled
this year’s event for Saturday, November 28th, 2009 at Caygeon Lanes. Social hour:
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Dinner: 7:00 pm. Once again, we hope to see all of our
landowners and volunteers out for an enjoyable evening and fantastic food and prizes.
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SHOW AND EVENTS
Look for members of Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club at the following show and
events:
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The Bobcaygeon Fall Fair, Friday and Saturday October 2nd and 3rd, 2009
The Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV and Powersports Show at the
Toronto International Centre on Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 16th,
17th and 18th, 2009
Kawartha Sledarama Snowmobile Show, Sunday November 22nd, 2009 at the
Morrow Building, Peterborough, Ontario
TMSC AGM Saturday February 20th, 2010 at the Clubhouse on Bass Lake
Road. BBQ and Chili lunch from 11:30 to 1:00pm, with the meeting to follow at
1:00 pm.
OUR NEW WEBSITE
Be sure to visit our new club website at www.twinmountainssc.ca. We will be updating
the new website on a regular basis so that everyone is kept up to date on all the current
news, coming events, trail conditions, etc. We will also post club and event photos as
they become available. Everything you need to know can now be found on-line. Check
it out!!!!
PERMIT SALES
The price of permits has gone up this season. Permits purchased prior to December 1st,
2009 will be at a cost of $200 each. Permits purchased after December 1st will go up to
$250 each. As a member of District 2, TMSC volunteers will be out at various
Powersport and Vendor locations on weekends in November, in order to make your early
permit purchase easier. Permits will also be available at our vendor locations around the
region starting sometime in September.
Antique Snowmobile permits will also be available for machines that are 15 years and
older. These permits will be for sale at one central location only, and it appears that the
location for District 2 is in Havelock. These permits will be available at a discounted
rate.
Restrictions prevent the selling of permits over the internet, so we have also included a
permit order form with this newsletter. You can simply fill in the permit order form and
indicate payment method and mail it back to TMSC at 2600 Bass Lake Road, P.O. Box
519, Bobcaygeon, Ontario, K0M 1A0, or you can fax the completed order form to: 705731-0391 We will ensure that your permit arrives via mail in a timely fashion.
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Your continued support of TMSC and District 2 is greatly appreciated, and your support
is directly reflected in the quality and conditions of our trails. Remember to buy where
you ride, as the permit dollars go to the local snowmobile clubs.
PERMIT VENDORS 2009/2010 SEASON
McGregor Sportsline - 705-738-3300 - Season, 3 Day, 7 Day
Birch Point Marina - 705-738-2473 - Season
HB Cycle - 705-328-2453 - Season
Bobcaygeon Chamber of Commerce - 705-738-2202 - Season
Pirate's Cove - 705-738-1352 - Season, 3 Day
Snow City Cycle & Marine - 416-752-1560 - Season
Outdoor Power Equipment - 905-877-0314 - Season
Kinmount Independent Grocers - 705-488-2211 - Season
Wayne Haagsma - 705-738-2333 - Season, 3 Day, 7 Day, Replacement
Look for Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club Members selling permits at various vendor
locations throughout the region during the month of November. Be sure to purchase your
permit before the price goes up.
You can find the Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club Snowmobile Trail Permit Order
Form on the next page. This form can also be downloaded from our new TMSC website
at www.twinmountainssc.ca.
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**ORDER FORM
ONTARIO FEDERATION
OF
SNOWMOBILE CLUBS
OFSC Member Club
Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club
2600 Bass Lake Road
P.O. Box 519
Bobcaygeon, Ontario
K0M 1A0
**Not intended to Replace Application Form**
“Buy Where You Ride”
Support Your Local Snowmobile Club
Become a Volunteer!
REQUIREMENTS &
TRAIL
USE
INFORMATION
By signing where specified below, I would like to access applicable OFSC
Benefits and Offers. The OFSC values your privacy and the protection of
your personal information. By authorizing the release of the name and
address information as indicated below, I consent to the OFSC’s use of this
information for purposes related to the mandate of the OFSC
(www.ofsc.on.ca). I further understand that any information provided to the
OFSC is out of the custody and control of the Ministry of Transportation and
that the OFSC will have sole responsibility of the information.
Please complete the following information:
Please use the registered owner’s address on the order form for the trail
permit for mailing or for OFSC purposes
Please use the following name and address for someone other than the
registered owner listed on the order form for the trail permit to receive
mailings or for OFSC purposes
Order Form for 2010 Seasonal Trail Permit
Name (If different than registered owner previously listed)
Name (Registered Owner) / Please complete a separate form for each owner
Address – Street No. & Name (If different than registered owner previously listed)
Address – Street No. & Name (P.O. Box) / As per vehicle registration
City, Town or Village
City, Town or Village
Postal Code
Postal Code
Home Telephone No.
Home Telephone No.
Work Telephone No.
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Email Address:
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Please do not send the member magazine (See reverse side for OFSC
Email Address (optional):
Terms and Conditions – “B”)
Vehicle Identification No. (V.I.N.) Vehicle One
Office Use Only – Permit Number
YES, I am interested in learning about the club and/or helping out, please
contact me by either by phone or email.
I have read, understood and agree to the Terms and Conditions on reverse.
Vehicle Identification No. (V.I.N.) Vehicle Two
Office Use Only – Permit Number
Applicant’s Signature
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Vehicle Identification No. (V.I.N.) Vehicle Three
PERMIT ORDER INFORMATION
Office Use Only – Permit Number
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2
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On or before Dec. 1, 2009
$200
$400
$600
After Dec. 1, 2009
$250
$500
$750
Permit Quantity
Date Sold
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Seasonal – on or before Dec. 1/09
Seasonal – after Dec. 1/09
By completing this order form, I understand that I am making application for the
purchase of a 2010 Seasonal Trail Permit I understand that the trail permit(s) for
which I am applying is valid only for the motorized snow vehicle identified in this
application and is valid only where the sticker (permit) issued under this
application is permanently affixed in the required position on that motorized
snow vehicle. The Trail Permit provides access to trails prescribed under the
Motorized Snow Vehicles Act. I certify that the information contained in this
application is true and acknowledge and accept the responsibilities imposed by
law.
X_________________________________
Applicant’s Signature
Note: Name and address on this application form must be the same as the
name and address of the registered owner.
Information in this form is collected under the authority of the Motorized Snow
Vehicles Act and is used for administration and enforcement of the trail permit
program only, unless consent to use this information for other purposes is
otherwise provided by the person to whom this information relates. Direct
enquiries to:
MTO Supervisor, General Enquiry Unit, Licensing
Administration Office, Bldg. A., 1201 Wilson Ave., Downsview, On M3M 1J8
(416) 235-2999 or 1-800-387-3445.
Club Membership
Misc.
Trails Donation
Canadian Funds
PAYMENT METHOD
Total Remittance
CASH
Name on Card
Card Number
Credit Card Authorization Signature
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Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club (TMSC)
Minutes of the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Board Members Present:
Wayne Haagsma
Nadene Nicholas
Jim Thomas
Laverne Clark
Marlene Jackson
Board Members Absent:
Bob Simpson
Larry Hulsmans
Tim Embury
Ron Storms
Reanne Embury
Mark Collins
Club Members Present:
21 (including the Board Members)
The meeting was chaired by Wayne Haagsma, as President. Wayne greeted all who
attended and introduced the members of the board in attendance.
Wayne offered an overview of this season:
• On April 1st 2008, the TMSC groomer garage caved in. Robert Simpson acted as
our contractor and organized the volunteers to put up a brand new building –
better than before. We have lots of space and this building will not fall down!
We are very fortunate that our insurance covered virtually all of the costs to
rebuild.
• Yamafest was, once again, held at our club and run by McGregor Sportsline. It
was an even bigger success than last year’s event.
• Last AGM, the subject of getting the snowmobile trail off the cottagers’ road
along Bass Lane, was raised. This trail is E-108, a top trail, and therefore a high
priority for OFSC. A grant was applied for and the trail was successfully
“twinned” this season. So you see, it is important to come to our AGM and state
your interest. We do listen. Stan Webb made the comment that the cottagers are
very happy with the result.
Minutes from the last AGM were read. Phil McGuire moved that they be adopted as
read. Ted Pollock seconded and all approved.
Business Arising from the Minutes
• Stan Webb asked about the anticipated mining of vermiculite. It does not appear
to have happened in the last year. Mike Klein, resident on Bass Lake Road,
commented that the mining might not go ahead due to concerns over a possible
carcinogen.
• No negative feedback was received from our landowners about no longer being
able to give them permits. We did not lose any landowners, for which we are
grateful. Definitely, our communication to the landowners on the subject was
crucial in helping them understand that decision was out of our control. TMSC is
trying to work with the ATV clubs. Kawartha ATV members, many of them also
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our members, are helping to maintain our trails. They are doing the right things to
grow and be successful, such as putting in place insurance and establishing land
use agreements with landowners.
Treasurer’s Report – Marlene Jackson
• As of February 19th our accounts total $41,469.03
• Interest earned in 2008 (T5) was $205.10.
• Cost of permit this year was $72.56 down from $91.38 last season.
• Expect to receive: $27,400
$20,000 for the building insurance
$2,100 for demolition costs
$3,500 fuel subsidy through District from OFSC
$1,800 District funds
• Expect to pay: $19,000
$11,800 to OFSC if we sell all permits we have purchased
$5,000 miscellaneous expenses
$2,200 accountants’ fees
• Groomer garage insurance was $42,000 with possible extra of $2,100 for
demolition expenses. Actual expenses were $42,400 in materials and $3,000 in
demo expenses.
• Trail subsidy from OFSC for E-108 top trail, twinning trail and cottagers’ road at
Bass Lane - $32,000 paid directly to Buckhorn Sand and Gravel.
• Sold Bobcat - $4,500 with an eye to purchasing a 4X4 next season.
• Purchased new cell phones with 10/4 and GPS capability to facilitate better
communication and safety on the trails for groomer operators and volunteers.
• Mike Klein moved to accept the Treasurer’s report. Tim Embury seconded and
all approved.
Membership – Wayne Haagsma
• Permit sales are up this year. The sales of permits for all of last season were 651.
This season, we had 628 before December 1st and to date we have 668. More
sales will be recorded as all of the outlets turn in their sales.
• Many thanks to the vendors who have supported us year after year. They do a lot
of work filling out and submitting the permit applications.
Election of Officers – Wayne Haagsma
• Board member Gary Gurzi passed away, suddenly, last year. Gary was really
looking forward to taking over Driver Training. We all miss him.
• The terms of the following five board members are up as of this meeting: Ron
Storms, Mark Collins, Wayne Haagsma, Larry Hulsmans, and Laverne Clark.
Nominations:
o Laverne Clark nominated Jim Thomas. Marlene Jackson seconded.
o Marlene Jackson nominated Wayne Haagsma. Ted Pollock seconded.
o Wayne Haagsma nominated Larry Hulsmans. Phil McGuire seconded.
o Nadene Nicholas nominated Laverne Clark. Tim Embury seconded.
o Tim Embury nominated Mike Klein. Nadene Nicholas seconded.
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o All agreed to stand.
Ted Pollock moved to close the nominations. Bob Leach seconded. Carried. All
of the nominees were acclaimed.
Trails – Wayne
• We congratulate Larry for his hard work and organization on the twinning of E108.
• Our next priority is to improve the Loom Lake Trail, which is currently also part
of E-108.
• We also need to work to get the trail off Bass Lake road, north of the bridge, as
much as possible. This is a safety concern as more and more people are wintering
up there.
• We would also like to enhance the Town Trail and Ted Pollock noted that the trail
north of Bessie Ave needs culverts in at least two spots.
Publicity and Events – Nadene
• The Landowner/Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was a big success. Eighty to
ninety people attended and Caygeon Lanes provided a wonderful dinner.
• Yamafest drew 140 riders this year. A big improvement over last year. We fired
up the barbeque and everyone had a good time.
• We had permits in time to sell them at the Bobcaygeon Fair this year and as usual
we sold quite a few permits at Sled-O-Rama in Peterborough.
• We were able to get out two newsletters this season. And we are planning a brand
new website for next year.
Driver Training
• Tim Embury has qualified to become a Driver Training Instructor. He will take
over from Bob Leach next season.
• This season Bob and Tim trained 22 kids in two sessions – November and
December.
• Caygeon lanes, once again, generously allowed us the use of the room for the
training. Many thanks to Caygeon Lanes for their continuing support.
New Business
• The Alcohol Policy was reviewed. Marlene Jackson moved to accept the Alcohol
Policy as is, unchanged. Jim Thomas seconded. Carried. Don Wilcox suggested
signage in the clubhouse and groomer garage. Mike Klein will take charge of the
Alcohol Policy under the Health and Safety post.
• Bob Leach moved to replace wording in by-laws from “OFSC trail permit” to
“snowmobile trail permit”. Phil McGuire seconded. Carried.
• Ted Pollock noted many snowmobile trailers parked at the Lakes Church, which
is private property. We will talk to church representatives to determine if this
trespassing.
• Tim Embury suggested that we try to get the trail off the Quarry Road for safety
reasons. Larry will look into it. Laverne Clark moved to close the meeting. Stan
Webb seconded and the meeting adjourned.
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