SPRINGFIELD – Seven snowmobile trail projects in Illinois have been awarded $392,150 for the development, rehabilitation, and maintenance the trails. The grants come from the Illinois Snowmobile Grant program (SNOW) and the Snowmobile Trail Establishment Fund Grant program (STEF). SNOW grant recipients are: STEF grant recipients are: The Illinois Snowmobile Grant program (SNOW) provides financial assistance to eligible local units…
The Illinois Association of Snowmobile Clubs had their 51st Annual Convention in Rockford, IL on 11/3/2023. It was a great event attended by many representatives of the 49 clubs located in Illinois. It was a busy weekend that included several meetings and our Annual IASC delegate meeting. In addition several seminars covering the subjects of Grooming, Trail signage and volunteerism were…
American Council of Snowmobile Associations Seeks Input Into Ambassador Program Development The American Council of Snowmobile Associations (ACSA) is seeking input into the development of the ACSA Youth Ambassador Program. We are asking people between the ages of 12-30 to take a moment and share your opinion by completing the input survey. You do not need to be a member…
ISMA PRESS RELEASE: HASLETT, MI, October 3, 2023: The members of the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (Arctic Cat, BRP, Polaris, and Yamaha) are joining together again this season with the snowmobile community in promoting the Take The Pledge campaign. The Pledge is designed to ensure snowmobilers protect existing riding areas and trail systems for current and future generations and landowners…
HASLETT, MI, June 22, 2023: The snowmobile manufacturers are pleased to announce Snowmobile Day, happening on October 28, 2023. Snowmobile Day is a day to celebrate the snowmobiling community and begin preparations for the upcoming season. Snowmobile clubs, local dealers, associations, and snowmobile groups are invited to participate. Snowmobile Day is being patterned after the successful “Snöskoters Dag”, held in Sweden…
Come celebrate in at the Hilton Garden Inn in Rockford this November 4th, 2023. More details in below flyer.
January 12, 2023 Next month, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will debut its free snowmobiling weekend, which will allow snowmobilers to operate their machines over a two-day period without the requirement of a snowmobile registration or trail permit. The dates for the free snowmobiling weekend are Feb. 11-12. The Michigan Legislature approved bills requiring the DNR to offer the…
As the snowmobile season is approaching, it’s a good time to make sure everything is in “tip-top” shape. A few things to make sure you check before that first snowfall: Change Chaincase Fluid Inspect the Carbides Scuff Clutch Sheaves Inspect Belt Grease Chassis Check Lights To read more in depth about pre-season snowmobile tips, check out the article on Snow…
Welcome to the exciting sport of snowmobiling. We thought we share a few tips about snowmobiling. Tip 1: Safety First: Before you even sit down on a snowmobile, you need to know the fundamental safety concerns involved with riding. Any motorsport is dangerous, and snowmobiling is no exception. Tip 2: Snowmobile Gear and Equipment: You’ll need to get your hands…