Trail & Weather Conditions

Friday March 25/16 -6*
Got off to a rough start yesterday,Buzzy and Byron started
with the Sno-Cat and developed a major hydrualic leak,tried to
use the BR 180,it wasn't working properly so they waited for
Allan to come in off 52 North and took the Lamtrac to finish 517.
The desperate duo were called,got the Sno-Cat leak repaired and
and the BR 180 going,did 521 as a test run for the Cat so 52 North
was touched up,517 and 518 done.We are in good shape for the
weekend so no grooming today.
Over to visit Paul last evening,he is doing well,cranky as ever
that's a good sign.Enjoy the trails,be safe.

March 22/16 -8*
Well,so much for spring 25-30 cm of light fluffy
snow yesterday.Replaced some idler wheel bearings
and greased Lamtrac.The Sno-Cat is off to the South
side today.A bit left to do on the Lamtrac and Paul's
dynamic duo will be on the go doing local trails with
it and the BR 180.
Ron had surgery on Sunday and Paul had his
yesterday both are on the recovery road.Our best
wishes for a speedy recovery to them both as well
as Brent who is recovering from his accident two weeks
ago.

March 19, 2016 -14º
Sure is a nice crisp morning out there, with all that fresh lube it should
be a busy day on the trails. Yesterday, they were at it again, the Dynamic
Duo were out delivering more pallets to the areas that will need them,
i think they now have them all distributed. The trails should be in great
shape, so lets get out and enjoy the trails and stay safe.

March 18, 2016 -6º
Well St. Paddy gave us just enough snow so we can get out on the
weekend, this should be great lube and it will cover the blemishes in
our trail system. If anyone has information on the Southside trails,
are there any left and the condition, would be great. Yesterday the
Dynamic Duo (Ron and Dave) were out, Ron did 52 North to the
headpond and Dave took the Lamtrac and did 512, 515, 521, 522,
523 then he came back got the BR180 and delivered a bunch of
pallets to various locations where they will be needed this year and
in the future (can't have enough pallets stored around the woods).
They also changed the oil and greased the Lamtrac, these guys are
amazing. So things should be in fine shape for the weekend..
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 17, 2016 -2º
Happy St. Paddy's Day to all, we sure are seeing too much green around
these days. The trails north on 52 are (to borrow a term from our friend
to the north) doable, yes there will be ice and yes there are brown patches
showing up all over but once you get to the Morris Road it gets much better.
Hopefully we will get some snow in the next few days to cover things up.
We will decide on a grooming schedule today. Would like to thank Eric and
Gilles for their efforts on the signage in the Gordon Meadow Brook area,
great job guys. Below are the winners of the Federation Lottery.
2016 N.B.F.S.C. Lotto Winners
The New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is pleased to announce
the winners of the 2016 Lotto Draw held on March 15, 2016.

1st Prize – $10,000 CASH - Gilberte LeBlanc, Haute-Aboujagane

2nd Prize – Hotsy Hot Water Pressure Washer - $4600 Value –
Etienne Cormier, Petit Paquetville

3rd Prize – Wilderness Vacation - Adair’s Wilderness Lodge, $2000 Value –
Barry Younker, Grand Bay-Westfield

4th Prize – His & Hers Choko Snowmobile Suits $1500 Value –
Rollie Bowmaster, Sisson Ridge

5th Prize – MSD – 509 Riding Gear - $750 Value -
Joelle Hutton, Quispamsis

6th Prize – Woody’s Complete Traction Package - $500.00 Value -
Wendy Sturgeon, Blackville

7th Prize – Woody’s Complete Traction Package - $500.00 Value -
Glendon Wood, Grand Bay-Westfield.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 16, 2016 0º
Looks like we didn't get too much rain last night and it should be ending
sometime this morning. We will have a check of the trails later today and
tomorrow, then decide a grooming schedule from there. Looks like some
flurries in the forecast for tomorrow and Friday, sure wish it was more
but we will take all we can get.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 15, 2016 -6º
Well the weather has changed to more rain than snow so we will be
holding our breath and hoping we don't get too much rain. Yesterday
the Dynamic Duo was at it again and they groomed to the Morris Road
on 52 North plus 512, 515, 521, 522, 523 and the Tucker got a much
needed greasing. The trails in our system are in good shape as can be
attested to by this comment submitted to our website "just want to
thank you for awesome trails march 13 2016. we left lakeview hotel on
52 north up to nepisiquit sports lodge . we had a wonderful lunch filled
up and headed back. thank you so much. from ontario jeff and erica".
It sure is nice when people recognize the effort put in by all of our
operators and volunteers.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 14, 2016 -8º
Looks like mother nature will be on our side this week as the weather
is showing mostly low temps during the day and only a little rain on
Wednesday. Hopefully our local trails will hold out for another week.
Conditions in our trail system seem to be still quite good for the
amount of snow we have received so far this winter.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 13, 2016 2º
The Greg Pickard Weenie Roast was a big hit yesterday, Greg figured
a couple hundred sleds in and out during the day. Greg cooked 120
hotdogs and 60 burgers, not a scrap left and many happy members.
A great big thank you to Sobeys for their donation and certainly to
Greg for all his efforts in putting this event on, also to Jeff and his
crew for the big clean up. Last night Alan did 52 North to the headpond,
he said things turned out not too bad but above the new shelter he
encountered some rain so he had a hard time to get the snow to run
through the drag and just panned much of it.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 12, 2016 -8º
Well we made it to the big day, today we have the Greg Pickard Weenie
Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm at the Barren Shelter, this is a thank you
to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun. Yesterday the Dynamic
Duo (Ron and Dave) were working their magic and did trails 515, 520,
521, 522, 523 and 512 so if you see this duo around today let them
know how much you appreciate their efforts. Last night Jamie did all
the Southside trails. I would like to apologize to Bob Walsh and Fernrob,
I missed them as a door prize sponsor for our supper, sorry bout that
and thanks for your continued support.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 11, 2016 -4º
What a great turn out for our fundraising supper at Nepisiquit Lodge
last night, it was a sold out event with a large crowd from the Bathurst
and surrounding communities and of course Miramichi. We raised
approximately $2300. A great big THANK YOU goes out to the Nepisiquit
Lodge for their generosity and most importantly our sponsors Patterson Sales,
Rae's Trailer & Sports Center, G. Roy Landscaping, J. Warren Logging,
City Argo & Motorsports, North Shore Construction, JTR Mobile Services,
Sobeys, Sutherland Excavating, Speedy Auto Glass, United Rentals,
Darla McKay Avon Products, Jean Coutu (Newcastle). The trails are in
great shape, we had many of our members who sledded up compliment
the condition of the trails. Now the big event for Saturday, March 12th the
Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm at the Barren Shelter,
this is a thank you to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 10, 2016 0º
Yesterday Alan and Jamie did 52 north as well as 514 which is a
nice alternative trail for some different scenery. Was talking to Joan
at Nepisiquit Lodge and she tells me there were a few cancellations for
our supper tonight so give her a call if you would like to go 506-548-9174.
The weather looks great and the trails are in super good shape especially
with this new snow for lube. Major sponsors for the supper are Patterson
Sales, Rae's Trailer & Sports Center, G. Roy Landscaping, J. Warren
Logging, door prize sponsors are City Argo & Motorsports, North Shore
Construction, JTR Mobile Services, Sobeys, Sutherland Excavating,
Speedy Auto Glass, United Rentals, Darla McKay Avon Products, a big
THANK YOU to all sponsors and sure hope we didn't miss anyone.
Don't forget on Saturday, March 12th we have the Greg Pickard Weenie
Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank you to our members, drop
by and enjoy the fun. Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 9, 2016 -5º
Well you did it folks, our fundraising supper at Nepisiquit is sold out,
thanks to all members who booked tickets and plan on attending also
thanks to the Bathurst and area community and the Nepisiquit Sports
Lodge for their generosity. Major sponsors for the supper are Patterson
Sales, Rae's Trailer & Sports Center, G. Roy Landscaping, J. Warren
Logging, door prize sponsors are City Argo & Motorsports, North Shore
Construction, JTR Mobile Services, Sobeys, Sutherland Excavating,
Speedy Auto Glass, United Rentals, a big THANK YOU to all sponsors
and sure hope we didn't miss anyone. Yesterday the Energizer Bunny
(Ron) got his groomer fix and did 515, 523, 522, 521, 520, he also
pulled the banks down on 512 by the logging operation so its good to
go all the way through. Don't forget on Saturday, March 12th we have
the Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank
you to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun. Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 8, 2016 -2º
Great meeting last night, lots of great discussion on many issues affecting
our club, you should try to make a meeting, we meet the first Monday of
every month through the winter, get involved. So for some reason it seem
folks don't think our trails are in good shape for sledding, well this is a quote
from a club member who was out yesterday and did the Serpentine loop up
through Blackville and he said " I wanted to kiss the trail when I got to our
trails as they were the best in the entire system" so we have a fundraising
supper this Thursday and we need a big crowd from Miramichi and yes you
can sled from home, call the Nepisiquit Lodge (506) 548-9174 and book your
ticket, Nepisiquit is helping our club as a thank you for our support to them,
so lets fill the place. March 10th at the Nespsiquit Sport Lodge at 7:00 pm,
BBQ Chicken with all the fixens and dessert, $12.00 which is a steal of a price
for a full meal and you get a fun night out on your sled, there will also be lots
of door prizes as well. Then on Saturday, March 12th we have the Greg Pickard
Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank you to our members,
drop by and enjoy the fun. Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 7, 2016 -14º
Club meeting tonight 7 pm at Beaverbrook Kin Center. Don't forget
about two events we have coming up next week. First on March 10th
we have our fundraising dinner at the Nespsiquit Sport Lodge at 7:00 pm,
BBQ Chicken with all the fixens and dessert, $12.00 which is a steal
of a price for a full meal and you get a fun night out on your sled,
there will also be lots of door prizes as well. Then on Saturday,
March 12th we have the Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til
3:00 pm, this is a thank you to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 6, 2016 -12º
Alan did 52 North to the headpond last night, lots of traffic yesterday.
Our trails are in fine shape. Don't forget about two events we have
coming up next week. First on March 10th we have our fundraising
dinner at the Nespsiquit Sport Lodge at 7:00 pm, BBQ Chicken with
all the fixens and dessert, $12.00 which is a steal of a price for a full
meal and you get a fun night out on your sled, there will also be lots
of door prizes as well. Then on Saturday, March 12th we have the
Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank
you to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 4, 2016 -19º
Nice crispy sunny morning, perfect day to get out on the trails. Yesterday
the Dynamic Duo (Dave and Ron) were at it again, they groomed 512, 515,
523, 521 and the report was that the trails turned out great with lots of lube.
Paul groomed 52 South to 42 and to the river in Eel Ground. Don't forget about
two events we have coming up next week. First on March 10th we have
our fundraising dinner at the Nespsiquit Sport Lodge at 7:00 pm, BBQ
Chicken with all the fixens and dessert, $12.00 which is a steal of a price
for a full meal and you get a fun night out on your sled, there will also be
lots of door prizes as well. Then on Saturday, March 12th we have the
Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank you
to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun. Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 3, 2016 -14º
We keep dodging all the weather bullets being sent our way this season.
Trails were fantastic last night on 52 North, it would be a wise idea to
get out and enjoy the trails in the next few days as the forecast for
next week looks very mild all week and the trails may not survive the hit.
If anyone was out on the Southside trails could you let us know what
shape things are in and if they need grooming, thanks. Don't forget about
two events we have coming up next week. First on March 10th we have
our fundraising dinner at the Nespsiquit Sport Lodge at 7:00 pm, BBQ
Chicken with all the fixens and dessert, $12.00 which is a steal of a price
for a full meal and you get a fun night out on your sled, there will also be
lots of door prizes as well. Then on Saturday, March 12th we have the
Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank you
to our members, drop by and enjoy the fun. Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 2, 2016 -10º
It's baaaaaaaaack, the BR180 finally made it back home, all fixed up
and ready for many years of service. Yesterday Jamie groomed 52 North
to the headpond and he said things turned out great, with a word of caution
that there is ice under that snow, slow down and enjoy the scenery.
Yesterday the Lamtrac had it's track fixed with some bolts and backer
plates and is ready to go. Not sure on the amounts of snow and rain
we will get but looks like more rain than snow so we will wait this out
and schedule grooming from there. Don't forget about two events we
have coming up next week. First on March 10th we have our fundraising
dinner at the Nespsiquit Sport Lodge at 7:00 pm, BBQ Chicken with all
the fixens and dessert, $12.00 which is a steal of a price for a full meal
and you get a fun night out on your sled, there will also be lots of door
prizes as well. Then on Saturday, March 12th we have the Greg Pickard
Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm, this is a thank you to our members,
drop by and enjoy the fun. Get out and enjoy the trails.

March 1, 2016 -1º
Great to see this snow stick around, should make for some great trails.
We had some members out yesterday and they said the trails were
awesome. Hopefully we will get some grooming done today. Don't
forget about two events we have coming up next week. First on
March 10th we have our fundraising dinner at the Nespsiquit Sport
Lodge at 7:00 pm, BBQ Chicken with all the fixens and dessert, $12.00
which is a steal of a price for a full meal and you get a fun night out
on your sled, there will also be lots of door prizes as well. Then on
Saturday we have the Greg Pickard Weenie Roast from Noon til 3:00 pm,
this is a thank you to our members, so drop by and enjoy the fun.
So get out and enjoy the trails.

February 29, 2016 -8º
Nice to see this bit of snow, hopefully we will keep this for extra lube.
We have another system coming for Wednesday with lots of rain,
hopefully this will change before then. So get out and enjoy the trails.

February 28, 2016 -2º
Was out yesterday and the trail system survived. Now there is lots of
ice but the going wasn't too bad, the Barron is mostly ice, just after
the Barron shelter, the first beaver dam, there is two water cuts close
together and might be tricky but we got over it fine. There is a opening
in the trail just at the first powerline but can get around easily, after
that the trail is icy but no open water until just before the headpond,
the snow from wednesday actually survived from the spurline up to
Nepisiquit so lube wasn't an issue from there up but before that it
would be highly recommended (James) that you have either studs or
scratchers to help with lube. Trails in the Nespisquit system we in
very good shape they were flat with not much ice and lots of fresh
lube from wednesdays storm. So get out and enjoy the trails.

February 27, 2016 -10º
Will be out checking the trail system today to see what the conditions
are like. We would appreciate any info if you have been out in your area.
There is some snow in the forecast for tomorrow and Monday so we
should be back in business the first of the week.

February 26, 2016 +2º
Well we were out and groomed all of our trails yesterday so everything
should be perfect for the weekend, then I woke up from my blissful
dream to this nightmare. Not sure if we have any trails left but hopeful
not is all lost, we will have to investigate the situation but not until things
freeze up later today and tomorrow, needless to say we won't be out
grooming for a few days for sure and may have to wait for snow.
What a crazy winter.

February 25, 2016 0º
With any luck we will make it through yet another meltdown, interesting
winter to say the least. We will wait out the tropical temps today and
into tomorrow, then see whats left and make a plan from there. Yesterday
the Dynamic Duo (Ron and Dave) were at it again, they groomed 512
as it hadn't been done for awhile. Make plans now to attend our
fundraising supper at Nepisiquit Sport Lodge on March 10th at 7 pm,
meal is BBQ Chicken and is only $12.00 per person.

February 24, 2016 -12º
Our ticket fundraising drive gave us a profit of $4289.00 which is
fantastic and will be a great boost to the club. Yesterday Tony and
Diane did 52 North to the head pond, also Alan and Bliss did all the
Southside trails with both operators reporting that the trails turned
out great where we had snow cover. Had reports from Ron and Eric,
who were out yesterday, that the trails were in great shape so if you
have the opportunity, get out and enjoy the trails. With the weather
on the way lets hope we have lots of freezing rain and maybe it will
protect the snow from all the rain, just hoping. Also had a call from a
club member that they lost a wheel off their ski wheel kit for crossing
parking lots, its was lost between Nepisiquit and Miramichi, if you
happen to find it please leave a message in our comment section.

February 23, 2016 -18º
We would like to extend a big THANK YOU to all those who purchased
and sold the fundraising tickets, will give an update when we have
the final tally. Yesterday Tony and Ivan were out and did some brushing
on the trail around the Gordon Meadow Brook area. Ron was out and
groomed 515, 523, 521 and part of 520, he reported that things turned
out not too bad for the conditions and it certainly created some
lubrication so now scratchers aren't a must (James) but still highly
recommended. Paul fixed some wires that got heated on the Lamtrac
and also groomed to the river at Eel Ground.
Get out and enjoy the trails.

DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN,
THE NEW DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 8, 2016 -12º
Lots of traffic on the weekend, great to see so many folks out on the
trails. Yesterday Ron and Paul opened up 514 from Sobey's field to
Portage River we went up 52 and crossed over on 513 so that trail
is groomed as well. Over 16" of ice on Portage River with open water
only about 20 feet away, so we gave it a try and made it across with
the Lamtrac but no drag, it was getting late so we turned there and
will hopefully get the rest opened up this week, the upper part of this
trail on the north side of the Tomoganops Road has two beaver dams
that are open so this will be challenging, also the reroute around Lee
Brook worked great, you will have to travel the plowed Baisley Road
for a few miles but otherwise great, thanks Jeremy. Also want to thank

February 7, 2016 -3º
Great day on the trails yesterday with lots of traffic. 52 North to the
headpond was done last night. Jeremy and crew cleared the bypass
around Lee Brook yesterday. Ron put the rescue sled at North Shore
Construction next to where the groomer are parked under a trap, this
is sled is for all members to use IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN,
THE NEW DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 6, 2016 -13º
Well from a meltdown to a nice big dump of snow, we'll take it as
things were down to ice in many spots, we're back in business.
Yesterday the Dynamic Duo (Ron and Dave) did all the local trails
on the Northside. Eric, Gilles, Paul and a special guest star did the
signage from the Barren shelter to the spurline, so next trip we
should have to the headpond finished. So get out and enjoy this
fresh snow .
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN,
THE NEW DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 5, 2016 -1º
So that wasn't as bad as expected, we still have most of the snow left
that fell on Wednesday. We still have very little snow but more on the
way today and tonight. Yesterday Ron loaded the BR180 on to the trailer
for the trip to Quebec, he also greased both groomers, checked all the
fluid levels and fixed the 12 volt outlet that had a broken wire, the
Energizer Bunny has nothing on this guy. Not sure if we will groom
around town today or wait til this latest storm has passed, but please
get out and enjoy the trails. Also the river crossings are now marked
with an average of 12" of ice, cross at your own risk.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN,
THE NEW DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 4, 2016 0º
Well if we don't get too much rain this snow may just stick around,
we will wait out the warm weather today and plan grooming from
there. Tony and Diane did 52 to the headpond yesterday, other than
a few rough spots the trail is still intact, hopefully this wet snow will
stick to the hard icy base, we now at least have lube. Yesterday the
dynamic duo (Ron and Dave) we at it again and got the signage for
515 and 523 up to federation standards. Tuesday Ron also got the
shed at North Shore organized and cleaned up, much easier to find
things now. The BR180 will finally be picked up today and shipped
off to the doctor (Plannord) for an estimate on the cost of repairs.
If you have time get out and enjoy the trails.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN,
THE NEW DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 3, 2016 -12º
I need to apologize but yesterday I got the location of the Greg Pickard
Weenie Roast wrong, it will be at the Barren shelter as there are facilities
at this location, the date is still March 12th. Yesterday Alan did all the
Southside trails and Ron did 521, 515 and 523, both operators reported
that the trails turned out pretty good considering the conditions. We have
snow on the way today then it turns to summer tomorrow with a high of
+12 hopefully we can get through this latest mild spell. Tony and Roger
finished the signage for 513 yesterday as well.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN, THE DEADLINE
IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 2, 2016 -8º
Well we made it through another meltdown, we have some snow on
the way for tomorrow, which we need in the worst way. Trails must
have held up as I noticed on the Nepisiguit site that someone travelled
from Boisetown to Bathurst and commented that the trail was surprisingly
good. We have a Weenie Roast scheduled for March 12th at the new
shelter from 1 to 5 pm, so mark your calendar, it will be lots of fun.
Something to note was that we logged over 400 volunteer hours for
the Green Brook trail project, great job and thanks to all who contributed.
We will hopefully get some grooming done today and tomorrow, then
wait out another meltdown on Thursday. We also decided at last nights
meeting to extend the ticket Fundraiser deadline until February 22nd,
the return has been disappointing, so please make every effort to get
those tickets in as we are counting on this money to get us through this season.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN, THE DEADLINE
IS FEBRUARY 22nd.

February 1, 2016 +2º
Another warm day in store for us plus some rain, we will see what the
trails are like tomorrow and plan grooming from there. 52 North to
headpond was groomed Saturday night, besides a minor light problem
on the Lamtrac, things went well and we finally got across Gordon Meadow Brook.
Meeting tonight Monday, February 1st, 7:00 pm at the Kin Center.

January 30, 2016 -5º
Not much snow last night, but should be enough for extra lube, trails
are flat and hard so get out and enjoy them. Ron picked up our rescue
sled yesterday as the fire chief didn't see the need to have it at one of
their stations, so we will hopefully find a new home for it where we have
24/7 access to it. Thanks to Gary and Ricky for fixing the blade on the
Lamtrac drag, also thanks to Jeff and JTR Mobile Services for fixing the
Mogel Master drag. We will be doing 52 North tonight. Probably no post
tomorrow, off to the camp for the weekend.
Next meeting Monday, February 1st, 7:00 pm at the Kin Center.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN, THE DEADLINE
IS JANUARY 31ST, JUST A FEW SHORT DAYS AWAY SO DON'T WAIT
DO IT TODAY!!!

January 29, 2016 -7º
Yesterday Ron opened up trail 520 to Rae's, reporting that the hill is
quite icy, he had trouble getting back up the hill with the drag on. A big
thank you to his buddies from Moncton who came along and gave him
a hand with the winch. Eric and Paul were out last night and now have
all signage up to Federation standards as far as the Barren shelter.
We will look at opening 514 next week depending on the weather,
unfortunately the upper end of this trail has a logging operation on
it and there will be sanded roads. Thanks to Marc for making us an ice auger.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN, THE DEADLINE
IS JANUARY 31ST, JUST A FEW SHORT DAYS AWAY SO DON'T WAIT
DO IT TODAY!!!
DID YOU KNOW: A growing number of nonmotorized recreationists are using
snowmobiles to access distant areas for backcountry skiing or snowboarding.

January 28, 2016 -11º
We have had a major temperature swing in the last 24 hrs. The trails
are now hard but still flat for the most part, great trip last night on 52
to Nepisiquit, not much lube so scratchers are a great help with that
problem. Some flurries in the forecast so that will help with lube. Will
check local trails and decide on grooming plan from there, we have
very little snow cover so grooming is very hard on the drags.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN, THE DEADLINE
IS JANUARY 31ST, JUST A FEW SHORT DAYS AWAY SO DON'T WAIT
DO IT TODAY!!!
FACT: Throughout the years numerous studies have been done regarding
the impact of snowmobiles on wildlife. These studies cover a wide spectrum
of time, from the early 1970s when snowmobiling was an emerging winter
activity to those completed within the past few years. Whether one looks at
early studies (whose results remain valid today) or new ones recently
completed, the conclusions are the same: real impacts are minimal or can
at least be managed. Snowmobilers and wildlife populations can coexist very
well; they actually have done so for over 50 years.

January 27, 2016 +2º
Well hopefully this warm spell didn't ruin what little trail we had.
Yesterday Ron and Dave (The Dynamic Duo) fixed the broken hose
on the Lamtrac and drove it back to North Shore, also did some greasing
on both machines. Last night we changed a broken grouser bar on the
Lamtrac, unhooked the broken brush cutter on the BR180 drag and
put a new tire on the Tucker's drag. Hopefully we're ready to go when
things cool down, will schedule grooming after that.
DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR FUNDRAISER TICKETS IN, THE DEADLINE
IS JANUARY 31ST, JUST A FEW SHORT DAYS AWAY SO DON'T WAIT
DO IT TODAY!!!
FACT: Researchers have concluded that "the debate regarding the effects
of motorized recreation on wildlife is largely a social issue as opposed
to a wildlife management issue.

January 26, 2016 -11º
We have some warm weather on the way for the next few days and
unfortunately no snow with it, we will probably wait and see what
damage it does to the trail system before we do any grooming.
Yesterday Ron and Dave opened up 512, 515, 522 (to McKinnon Road),
523 (to Hwy 134), they we're almost finished when the Lamtrac
developed a fluid leak, hopefully its only a busted hose, they are
going to diagnose the problem today. Last night Eric, Todd and Paul
worked on the Northside signage, finished most of it west of Hwy 430,
will keep working our way north, then work on secondary trails after
52 North is completed.
DID YOU KNOW: Numerous studies have concluded that wildlife
species are disturbed more by cross-country skiers and people on
foot than by snowmobilers.

January 25, 2016 -10º
The trails seem to be holding up nicely, we have a great base, just need
more snow. Yesterday Ron and Paul dropped the drag off the Tucker and
went out to the Barren to fetch the drag from the BR180 (which is sick and
going to the groomer hospital) then groomed out to Kingston's Petro and
the O'Keefe Road. Both drags need some work, so hopefully we can get at
that in the next few days. We will also be looking at opening the remainder
of the trail 515 to Fins.

January 24, 2016 -8º
Alan is still on trail 52 North, he had a problem with the drag on the
Tucker, turned back at the Morris Road returned to North Shore and
grabbed the Lamtrac, so he had a very long night. If you see a groomer
operator on the trail, give them a wave of thanks, they do a great job for
us. We have some soft weather coming in the next few days and no snow
in the near future, so we will see what that will do to the trails and plan
our grooming schedule from there.

January 23, 2016 -20º
Buzzy and Byron did the trails to Sunny Corner yesterday, they had
no problem with the beaver dam. Trails were packed hard from sled
traffic but they said things turned out not too bad, they also found a
new way out to Joe's Gas Bar. Eric put a new light bulb in the Barren
Shelter, so hopefully everyone can see their mess and clean it up.
The BR180 is off to Plannord Equipment, it will be checked over to see
what the cost will be to fix it, the insurance and the club will make a
decision on it's future at that time. Today Supervillage Trailblazers are
having their Annual Steak BBQ at their clubhouse on trail 24 from 1 to 7 pm,
$22 taxes in for a T-bone steak with all the fixings. So get out today
and enjoy the trails, conditions aren't bad for the amount of snow we have.

January 22, 2016 -15º
The trail check went well yesterday with big improvements, we are now
awaiting the report to see what deficiencies we have to fix up. Yesterday
Ron did trail 521 to Kingston's Petro Canada and as far as the O'Keefe Road,
we will try to get to fins next week, but there is a beaver dam that needs to
be checked first. Today Buzzy and Byron are on their way to Sunny Corner
and it look like they are past the beaver dam that they drained yesterday with
the help of Dale, Greg and Connor, great job guys. Also yesterday morning a
truck was stuck on the trail in behind the Mazda dealer on Strawberry Marsh,
he received some hefty fines and a large towing bill as it took 2 wreckers to get
him out, STAY OFF THE GROOMED TRAILS or pay the piper if you're caught. Now
below we are posting a comment from a longtime member of our club, please read
it, he has some very good and valid points.

First of all, I would like to thank every volunteer in the NB snowmobile federation for their great work
in making snowmobiling a very enjoyable sport in our area. I have been snowmobiling since 1967, long
before groomed trails were ever thought of. Today, Wed.Jan 20,2016 my wife, Vicki and I went for a little
run to check out the local trails. We found the local volunteers are doing a good job with what snow they
have to work with. However I can't believe the littering & disrespect we found within 20km of Miramichi in
all directions. The new warming hut behind the Nordin barren was a disgrace. Doesn't anybody have any
respect for anything anymore. We have already been banned from some areas because of littering and yet
this garbage just continues. In the past 10 years this problem has been getting worse, so I suggest everybody
pay attention before we are banned from going anywhere. Empties are easier to hall than full ones, so take your
F...ing garbage with you. Show some RESPECT for the beautiful system we have! One more little issue which
apparently isn't important to a lot, but may some day save a life. Stay on your own F...ing side of the trail. As
you can tell by the garbage along these days trails, you are not the only one using them. I hope every member in

January 21, 2016 -11º
A big thank you to Kevin and his crew who brushed out the trail to the
river in Eel Ground. Yesterday things went very well and we now have
all the Southside trails groomed and 52 North to the headpond.
Not sure how the trails turned out on the Southside but 52 North turned
out great, yes there are soft spots and some rough places but overall
not to bad at all, as stated before we need snow. Today we have our
trail check by the federation on the Southside, hopefully everything
is up to snuff. We would like to try to get 514 open, if anyone from
that area could let us know if the Portage River is frozen and the overall
condition, wet areas etc. that would be great. Check out our facebook
page Miramichi Valley Snowmobile Club.
Work Crew Needed Today: At 1:00 pm Buzzy McKay (80 years young)
and his sidekick Byron (who doesn't like water) need help from our club
members to drain a beaver dam in behind Eel Ground. If you use that trail
or want to help and have time tomorrow please stop by to help, if we can't
drain it you may not have a groomed trail in that area.

UPDATE: Thursday, January 21st at 1:00 pm Buzzy McKay (80 years young)
and his sidekick Byron (who doesn't like water) need help from our club
members to drain a beaver dam in behind Eel Ground. If you use that trail
or want to help and have time tomorrow please stop by to help, if we can't
drain it you may not have a groomed trail in that area.

January 20, 2016 -6º
Things are starting to look up, we now have two of our three groomers
up and running, what a relief. Last night Jamie did 52 to downtown
(be careful between the highway crossing below the traffic circle and
the tracks, its rough) and we fixed the wash out on this trail, he went
as far as Eel Ground. Today the Tucker is on it's way to pick up the drag
in Barnaby and do the Southside trails, a good trial run. The Lamtrac
is on it's way to the headpond, so lets hope everything works and the
breakdown demons stay away. The BR180 is in limbo right now but
will keep you updated. Yesterday Ron and Dave did some signage
from the road, last night Todd and Paul did the remainder of the signage
for the Southside. Check out our facebook page Miramichi Valley
Snowmobile Club.

Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 19, 2016 -13º

Well we have some good news on the groomer side of things, we have
the part installed on the Lamtrac and will get the drag floated over today
hopefully, then get some trails groomed. We don't have much snow cover
but will do what we can. WARNING: For those using 52 South the Barnaby
River is wide open and Rogersville has not groomed yet, also there are many
soft spots in our entire trail system so be careful. If things go according to
plan we may have the Tucker by the end of the day. Also want to send out
an apology to DP Renovations for damaging their sled we use for signing trails,
it's all bandaged up and good as new, sorry Dave.
Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 18, 2016 -13º

Great day yesterday doing signage on the Southside, thanks to Ron,
Dave (road support), Todd, Greg, Paul, Tom and his son (sorry forgot
your name, my bad, we'll just call him the girl chaser) just a few more
little things and we will be ready for the trail check on Thursday, great
bunch with lots of laughs. Big thanks to Dale for cleaning out the gear
drive box on the Lamtrac, just got a call out of the blue yesterday while
out doing signage that it was done, what would we do without volunteers
like that. So we will be on the hunt for a Lamtrac part today, hopefully
getting the Tucker back together and then getting at the BR180.
We really do need more snow but be patient with us and as soon as we
get a machine going it will be on the trails.
Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 17, 2016 -6º

First of all we as a club need to thank the Miramichi Off Road ATV club
and two of their members Mason Dempsey and Kevin Savard for all their
help yesterday with getting the BR180 unstuck from the Barron, they
stayed until it came out which took about 8 hours, THANK YOU!!! Next
we need to count our blessings for having North Shore Construction
helping our club, Ricky Flett dropped everything he was doing yesterday
(work, family and enjoying life) to do whatever it took to get the BR180
unstuck which included floating the Lamtrac to the Beaverbrook Road
from Chatham Head, driving the Lamtrac, towing the BR to North Shore
Construction and then moving all of their equipment around inside the
garage so we could have room to put the BR inside otherwise it would
be junk if it froze up, just wow, what else can one say when people step
up to the plate like this to help, we would not have the club we have if it
wasn't for them. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!! Also to those
club members who stayed all day to get the job done, THANK YOU!!!
We would also like to thank Jamie Lobban for his ingenuity, even
temperament and hard work, great job. So needless to say yesterday
the local trails on the Northside didn't get done and not sure when any
trails will be groomed in our system in the near future. We as a club have
3 groomers and as of now they are all down, first the Tucker still isn't back
together, the BR180 is now down long term until all fluids are changed
(it was in water up to the windshield)and all systems are checked by a
professional also a plug on one of the gear boxes we just had fixed on the
Lamtrac fell out and was leaking fluid and taking on water so this will need
to go inside to thaw out and fluid changed, not to mention trying to get a
new part, so if the trails aren't groomed in the next little while please be
patient, we are all just volunteers doing the best we can.
Today we will be meeting at the Portage Restaurant, 10 am to check all the
signage in that area and make sure everything is correct as we are having
a trail check next week by the federation, they have adopted a new policy
that we get fined $200 for each infraction. So if anyone can help please join
us, bring your snowmobile and a cordless drill.
Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 16, 2016 -13º

Yesterday Tony and Roger did 513 to the junction of 514, hopefully
today we will get all the local trails on the Northside done. Tomorrow
we will be meeting at the Portage restaurant, 10 am to check all the
signage in that area and make sure everything is correct as we are
having a trail check next week by the federation, they have adopted
a new policy that we get fined $200 for each infraction. So if anyone
can help please join us, bring your snowmobile and a cordless drill.

Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 15, 2016 -16º

Nice to see these cold night time temps. Yesterday 52 to the headpond
was done with Jamie only reporting a few wet spots, so things are starting
to look up, also all the southside trails were done and Kyle reported that
the only wet spots were on the power line between Napan and Black River.
Today we will try to get 513 to the junction of 514 and the local trails done.

Fact: VOC concentrations of snowmelt runoff were well below EPA criteria
and well below levels that would adversely impact aquatic systems. - Arnold 2006

Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

UPDATE
Just got word from the operator that the powerline from Napan to
Black River is extremely rough as he broke through in many places
so PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION.

January 14, 2016 -12º

Today we will be doing 52 North to the headpond and the Southside,
hopefully things are frozen and we have a successful day.

Fact: Scientific monitoring has proven that snowmobiles do not emit
gasoline and other contaminants directly into the snowpack or have
a negative effect on water quality. A summary of key study findings
can be found at www.snowmobileinfo.org/research-studies-
snowmobiling-impact-water.html.

Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 13, 2016 -5º

Well, someone was doing a dandy snow dance, lets hope we get the
max. amounts they are calling for. We will make our plan after the
storm is over. Ron and Dave got all the signs up for the trail into the
Rodd, Paul did the signs for the ice crossing at the Miramichi Bridge.
Hopefully the Tucker will be back together and on the trails tomorrow.

Myth: Snowmobile engines deposit gas, oil and other contaminants on
snow, which leads to ground and surface water quality degradation and
subsequently impacts aquatic life.

Don't forget to return your tickets as soon as possible, we need this
fundraiser to be a big success, we are trying to use it as a replacement
for the White Gold Dance fundraiser. So please get those tickets to
the drop off locations, any Kingston's Petro Canada, Ed's Subs and
Carroll's Bakery.

January 12, 2016 -13º

These cold temperatures will help us create a good base layer, hopefully
yesterdays meltdown didn't take all the base we had started. We will not
be grooming until we see what the forecasted storm brings us, then we
will make our plan from there. We will try and get the Tucker back together
and other maintenance done that may be required.

FACT: Numerous studies have concluded that "there were no detrimental
effects" to soil or vegetation from snowmobiling.

January 11, 2016 +6º
Well we still have snow and it looks like the worst is over, its still very
mild but will get cold overnight with -14 forecast. We will stay put for
today and assess the situation tomorrow. Snow is forecast for Wednesday
and this is just what we need.

January 10, 2016 -1º
We have some soft weather on the way, so we are going to wait it out,
hopefully the snow that is to follow this system will materialize. We
really do need more snow, we have the start of a good base just not
enough snow yet. According to our records we are at about the same
stage as this time last year, so get out there and do the snow dance.
If you are going to venture out be careful and watch for the many
obstacles out there. Last night the new shelter had approximately 40
people inside from the Neguac area and they were very impressed
with our new home, they were also kind enough to clean up before they left.
DID YOU KNOW: Our club invested over 400 volunteer man hours
towards the Green Brook trail project.

January 9, 2016 -9º

Great day yesterday, Dale and Jamie finished the Southside, they pressed
the Lamtrac into service and everything went well then last night Paul
pushed the snow into the ditches in Nelson, so everything on the Southside
has seen the groomer at least once, trails aren't great yet but its coming.
Dave and Ron had the BR180 and tramped the trails in Douglastown area
as far as the O'Keefe Road, then Ron went back with the drag and got them
groomed, great job thanks to all operators. Parts for the Tucker will be in
Monday barring any unfortunate delays. We have a mild spell on the way
for tomorrow and Monday so we will keep an eye on things and groom accordingly.
DID YOU KNOW: A man hiking exerts 10 times more pressure per
square inch than what a snowmobile does.

January 8, 2016 -10º

Oh the joys of groomers, Dale and Jamie made it to Barnaby and were
on their way back when they developed a problem with the Tucker, it
was floated back to North Shore dismantled and now we are chasing
parts, stay tuned. Dale and Jamie are out at post and will try to finish
up the Southside trails today. The BR180 will hopefully try to get the
trails down towards Douglastown tramped today. We are getting there,
but this hickup has slowed us down some.
DID YOU KNOW: A man hiking exerts 10 times more pressure per
square inch than what a snowmobile does.

January 7, 2016 -6º

Buzzy made it to Sunny Corner and back without incident yesterday so
that trail is tramped and we will let it freeze and then try it with the drag
in the next few days, he said there is a large beaver dam in behind Eel Ground
that we will have to get drained, also many wet areas, if you venture in that
direction be very careful. Today we will be doing the Southside of the river.
The City has dumped snow in the ditches in Nelson, a big Thank You to them.
Trail 48 from Neguac has been groomed to our new shelter, reports are it's in
good shape to La Bonne Route.
FACT: Snowmobiling generates over $8 billion in annual spending across Canada
and much of this spending occurs in rural areas.

January 6, 2016 -11º

Great to get these cold temps to help get the trail system going.
Yesterday Ron and Jamie made it to the headpond and back, it was
a 22 hour marathon, so they certainly deserve a big thank you for
such a great effort. They fixed the beaver dam above the Barron
shelter, Gordon Meadow brook only has 6" of ice on it so they back
tracked and the BR180 went in on the northside, they broke through
the ice on the trail just before the headpond but sleds should be able
to get around the mess. There are still some soft areas but over all
quite doable but be very careful and watch for moose as there are
tracks everywhere. Buzzy is heading to Sunny Corner tramping that
section of trail today, will know more tomorrow. We are slowly getting there,
hopefully we will start to tramp the trails on the Southside tomorrow.

January 5, 2016 -20º

Good turn out at meeting last night, lots of great discussion and many
item resolved. We have a re-route on 514 for Lee Brook, we will have
to do some brush work to open the old road but should work fine, thanks
Jeremy. The Br180 and Tucker are on the trail as of 7:00 am this morning
trying to get as far as the headpond, so we will know more tomorrow on the
status of this trail. The City will be dumping snow in the ditches in Nelson this
week so then we can try to get the Southside opened up. Lets hope this cold
snap is what we need to help get things going.

January 4, 2016 -8º

Great time yesterday getting the new trail signed, it is now completed
and the old timber trail is now officially closed, thanks to Ron, Dave,
Eric, Paul, Greg and Guillhereme (brazilian exchange student)
approximately 80 sign posts erected, job well done guys. Tony and
Roger tramped the new 513 out to Bellefond with the same problem
as we had last week, nothing is frozen. If you venture out be very
careful there is lots of water and we haven't had a drag out on the
trails yet. We are hopefully going to get out in the next few days with
the cold temps in the forcast. Please be patient we are doing our best
to get the trails opened.
Meeting tonight 7:00 pm at the Beaverbrook Kin Center.

January 1, 2016

Happy New Year everyone. The BR180 was put inside at
North Shore Construction yesterday to thaw out, hopefully we can
switch and put the Tucker in tomorrow as they were both iced up
from the trip on Thursday.
Thanks to North Shore for all they do for the club.
Don't forget about the work party on Sunday, January 3rd to do
the signage on the new trail. We will be meeting at the end of the Morris Road,
9:30 am, bring you snowmobile as this is how we will be accessing the upper
end of this trail, also if you have a cordless drill bring it along.

December 31, 2015

Well I guess this is it for 2015, The Executive and Board or Directors
would like to wish all of our members a Very Happy and Prosperous New Year.
Yesterday Ron, Dave and Paul tramped the trial as far as the old shelter,
so we now know for sure that nothing is frozen, if you venture out on the
trail please use caution as I don't think much froze up last night, but on the
bright side we now have the water in that section of our trail exposed and
filled with snow so it should freeze. The new trail is going to be very nice (Peter)
once we can get a drag out there to groom things up. So keep checking back,
we are doing what we can under the circumstances, please be patient with us.
Last but not least we are having a work party on Sunday, January 3rd to do
the signage on the new trail. We will be meeting at the end of the Morris Road,
9:30 am, bring you snowmobile as this is how we will be accessing the upper
end of this trail, also if you have a cordless drill bring it along.

December 30, 2015

Well we finally got some cold weather, so hopefully this will freeze
things up. The Tucker and BR180 have both had all fluids changed
and greased thanks to Ron and Dave. We will be giving things a try
sometime today, so hopefully we will have good news tomorrow.
It looks like we will be needing a work crew on Saturday to sign
the new trail, stay tuned for more details to come.

December 24, 2015

The Executive and Board of Directors would like to wish all of our members
a very Merry Christmas, may the magic of the season surround you and
your family. Congratulations to the winner of the Earlybird Draw of 10
Tickets and a youth snowmobile suit, Sarah Smith of Nordin, thanks to
her and all the members that got their tickets in early. It really gives
the club a great boost to start the season. The BR180 is now up and
running thanks to Ron, Dave, Eric and Mark. Still nothing froze yet but
we have some cold weather on the way, maybe this will be enough to
get us going.

December 22, 2015

Our Green Brook Project was completed by the contractor yesterday.
It was started on October 21st so it took approx. 2 months. We will
have 18 km of new trail 7 meters wide and a new shelter. The BR180
has a problem with the Micro processor and has been sent away to the
pros. We have not started any grooming, we had some folks out this
past weekend on bikes and nothing is yet frozen, pray for cold weather.
We will need a crew probably after Christmas to sign the new trail.

Well that was a dandy to start the season. We will be looking at the trails as we haven't
had much of a freeze up yet. Be patient with us, we have many wet areas in our system
and don't want to bury a groomer in the mud. Keep checking back for updates.
Cheers

Work Crew Needed - Brian Gray will be doing brush work in the Loggieville area
and needs help. For details call Brian Gray at 625-6756. Please make every effort
to get out and help Brian as this was a problem last year and grooming had to be
suspended until the brush was cleared. Please lets be proactive and not reactive.

Trail permits are officially on sale at SNB. If you buy before December 15 you can save $$$.