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For all of us working in the office today...grab a coffee and take 5 minutes to enjoy a beautiful ride with Powder Mountain Snowmobile Club president Ryan Nadeau in the beautiful BC Backcountry! this video #wouldratherbedoingthis #snowmobilemeditation #letsridebc #letsrideseatosky

We would like to take this opportunity to recognize the winners of the 2019/2020 BCSF Excellence awards: https://www.bcsf.org/ar/the-20192020-bcsf-excellence-awards #BCSFExcellenceawards #beavolunteer #Supportyoursport #bcsf

Each year the BCSF runs a weekly Early Bird renewal draw. To enter, all you need to do is purchase your BCSF Club membership before November 30th! Congratulations to all of our winners. Frozen Pirate Snow Services - 1 day guided adventure for four people in beautiful Valemount, BC was won by Brian Lumley of the Eagle Valley Snowmobile Club Barrett Hepburn Design - a custom-designed wrap for your snowmobile deck was won by Brian Dyck of the Mid Island Sno Blazers. He dona...ted his prize back to the club. Ski-Doo - a prize package from Ski-Doo that includes some great Ski-Doo Accessories was won by Dawn Holland of the Kamloops Snowmobile Association. Backcountry Access, Inc. - BackCountry Kit (stash 20 pack, probe, and shovel) and two BCA radios was won by Bernie Lindsay of the Northland Trail Blazers. Polaris Industries - A great snowmobile coat was won by Sue Steele of the Timberline Cruisers Snowmobile Club. Youth Prize - A kids coat donated by Ski-Doo was won by Jordan Wooley of the Kelowna Snowmobile Club. #winnerwednesday #joinaclub #BCSFearlyrenewalcontest #supportyoursport See more

Each time Search and Rescue (SAR) volunteers are called out for a rescue there is stress on the system, people and medical staff required to respond. During times of a pandemic it is imperative that we ride responsibly to try to reduce the number of callouts required by these volunteers who come to help should a snowmobiler become, lost, injured or involved in an avalanche. Here are a few ways we can up our safety game in the backcountry. https://www.bcsf.org//how-to-support-search-and-rescue-whi #bcSar #sledsafer #ridetosurvive #supportSAR

Here is a great post from our friends at BC AdventureSmart

A message from Fernie Search and Rescue... In numerous rescues where we have responded by helicopter, it has been a challenge for us to identify the party in di...stress. The nature of emergency calls is that we are generally responding with incomplete information, whether it be precise location, # of subjects, what the party are wearing, or even the exact nature of the emergency. As such, when we spot a group in the general area of the reported incident we must spend time assessing from the air whether this is the group requiring assistance. Our request is to make use of the standard visual signals for communicating with a helicopter as this will allow to get to where help is needed faster.

Hi Everyone, Most are probably wondering why we haven’t groomed yet. At the beginning of the season, we had snow, but then it warmed up and froze. It’s too dif...ficult to groomed a hard pack snow base. At that time, I noticed a leak on a hydraulic line. It requires special o-rings which aren’t available locally, so I’ve had to order them from Allcat in Kelowna. With Christmas, that put a delay on getting them. With the leak, it’s not feasible to operate. Once I get the o-ring changed out, I will get the trail groomed. I appreciate everyone patience. Thanks Russell Janssen MISB President

We made it! While 2020 proved to be challenging, we came through it with flying colours. Thank you to all of our hard-working clubs! Have a Happy New Year! Don't forget to check the forecast if you're heading out this extended weekend. www.avalanche.ca #happynewyear #sledsafer #checktheforecast #rideresponsibly #terrainmanagement

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! This week's winner is Marnie Plant from the Cranbrook Snowmobile Club She has won a hat and a shirt from Ski-Doo Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport

Avalanche Canada is celebrating 10 years of Teck sponsorship that has helped transform avalanche safety. Teck’s unwavering commitment to public avalanche safety has made a real and lasting difference to the lives of backcountry recreationists in the mountains of southeastern BC and southwestern Alberta https://www.avalanche.ca/news/avalanche-canada-thanks-teck #avalanchecanada #teckresources #support #tenyears #avalancheeducation

#BCSFmemberPerk Did you know that by being a member of the BCSF you receive free activation on a Zoleo device? https://www.zoleo.com/en-ca/global-messaging-overview/ For a complete list of Membership Benefits please visit https://www.bcsf.org/benefits2 #bcsf #supportyoursport #membershipsmatter #joinaclub #membershipbenefits

Thank you Vernon SAR for your hard work. Thankfully this incident had a happy ending. #bcsar #snowmobile #sledsafer #vernonsar

A sad night last night for our member club the Kamloops Snowmobile Association. Apparently an arsonist lit their shelter up the Tranquille on fire. Many hours of hard work by volunteers just up in smoke. The club has worked hard to build and maintain this shelter for the public to use. Now one selfish person or group of people took it all away. If you have any information regarding who may have done this please report them to the RCMP immediately! The club is assessing what insurance they have but with the price of wood these days it is likely not going to be near enough. This is a very popular shelter for sledders around Kamloops so watch their Facebook page to keep up to date on how you can help!

The weather forecasters are pointing towards a great snowy, cold winter for 2020-2021 in most of North America. The Old Farmer’s Almanac, in addition to other weather aficionados, are forecasting above average snow fall, cold weather, and generally a great snowmobiling season (They didn’t use those exact words, but I knew what they meant!). https://snoriderswest.com//ed_klim_president_of_the_isma_s SnoRiders #bcsf #snowmobile #supportyoursport #buyamembership #joinaclub #299millionayear

Here is a great article from our friends at Snow Goer magazine "To describe the benefits of joining a snowmobile club, we turn to a widely circulated column from the now-defunct Snowmobile Magazine, describing the Top 10 Reasons To Join A Snowmobile Club. The list was compiled 20 years ago but it all still holds true today:" https://snowgoer.com//top-10-reasons-to-join-a-snow/25294/ #bcsf #joinaclub #yourmembershipsmatter #supportyoursport #snowmobile #snowbike

Thank you SAR volunteers

You’re at the parking lot, unloaded and ready to ride, but before you hit the trail for the first time this year, be sure to check these things off your list https://snoriderswest.com//simple_snowmobile_safety_tips_f SnoRiders #snowmobile #firstride #preparation #bcsf #sledsafer

Avalanche Canada will be hosting a weekly webinar focusing on various aspects of avalanche safety, geared towards different user groups. Preregistration will be required and weekly webinars are free! Links to register for these events will become available shortly #avalanchecanada #sledsafer #webinar #avalancheeducation #snowmobile #snowbike

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas from our BCSF family to yours!

The Power of "WE". Well done Powder Mountain Snowmobile Club

Please join us in congratulating all the nominees and winners of the BCSF Excellence Awards for 2020. Here are the nominees: Dealer of the Year Nominees GVP Greater Vancouver PowerSports Forest Power Sports Ltd.... Cycle Works West M&M Performance Outstanding Snowmobile Related Company Acumen Machine Ltd. Never Lost Trails Family of the Year The Schubert Family Karla Schubert Jason Jay Schubert The Eller Family Zora Eller Brian Eller The Salzmann Family Joshua Salzmann Judy Salzmann Calvin Salzmann Youth of the Year Brody Biluk - Hunters Range Snowmobile Association Mason Kenyon - Revelstoke Snowmobile Clubke Snowmobile Club of the Year CoqSnow (Coquihalla Summit Snowmobile Club) Kakwa Park Snowmobile Club Hunters Range Snowmobile Association Fort Nelson Snowmobile Club @Kamloops Snowmobile Association Groomer of the Year James Campbell -Fort Nelson Snowmobile Club Leo Samson-Kamloops Snowmobile Club Kent Clarke - Hunters Range Snowmobile Association Dennis Cole - Summit Seekers Snowmobile Club Pat Whiteway Snowmobile of the Year Katie Squair - Lumby Mabel Lake Snowmobile Association John Wren - Williams Lake Powder Kings Snowmobile Club Kevin Hillier - Vernon Snowmobile Association driven by Tirecraft Presidents Award to be announced! Music by https://www.bensound.com/

Take a COVID-safe avalanche safety course to get set for winter Stay Wild Backcountry Skills is offering the classroom portion of their avalanche courses as an interactive online course SnoRiders #bcsf #covid #avalanchesafetycourse #onlinelearning #snowmobile #gettheeducation

The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has released their annual manufacturers update for 2020. Here are the most compelling facts and figures from their research: https://snoriderswest.com//isma_reveals_intriguing_snowmob SnoRiders #snowmobile #bcsf #isma #snowmobiletourism #economicimpact #snowmobilefacts #joinaclub

Over the last few years, we have been noticing an inspiring trend: an increase in the general population of snowmobilers who are getting the education and are riding prepared with the equipmentespecially from the Prairie provinces. This is great! On the flip side, however, we are losing an alarming number of riders who are avalanche-skills trained, sponsored riders and ambassadors for the sport of snowmobiling. Riders who are revered and idolized. https://snoriderswest.com//when_avalanche_education_is_not SnoRiders #sledsafer #getthegear #getthetraining #gettheforecast #sendandreturn #humanfactor #groupmanagement #bcsf

This weeks #winnerwedneday goes to Paul Peterson from the cranbrook snowmobile clubThey have won themselves a great Ski-Doo hoodie from our #BCSFearlyrenewalcontest supporter Ski-Doo corporate! You might be asking yourself how do you get in the #winnerwednesday draw? All you need to do is buy a membership in a BCSF member club between now and November 30th. A full list of participating snowmobile clubs can be found at www.bcsf.org.clubs. The earlier in the season you buy your membership the more #winnerwednesday chance you have. Additionally, all memberships sold by November 30th will also be entered to win one of our grand prizes from Frozen Pirate Snow Services Barrett Hepburn Design, Thunderstruck Films Backcountry Access, Inc. Ski-Doo

Now is the time to take it easy if you are out there in the backcountry. A Special Public Avalanche Warning has been issued by Avalanche Canada https://avalanche.ca/spaw/2020-12-23-spaw #specialpublicavalanchewarning #spaw #takeiteasy #simpleterrain #meadows #lowslope #lessthan30degrees

Avalanche transceiver manufacturer provides software update that allows the device to conform to international standards in power-saving mode Mountain Sledder Magazine Backcountry Access, Inc. #tracker2 #softwareupdate #bcsf #sledsafer #supportyoursport #sendandreturn

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! #WinnerWedensday is Jason Rance from the Powder Mountain Snowmobile Club He has won a ThunderStruck 18 DVD from Thunderstruck Films Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport #amsoil

Two Williams Lake men have been fined $9, 050 in connection with snowmobiling in areas closed to protect mountain caribou the largest fines imposed in B.C. pr...ovincial court related to caribou closures in a precedent-setting case for the Conservation Officer Service. One man was fined $5,050 after being found guilty of operating a snowmobile in a closed area, obstructing a Conservation Officer and failing to stop when required to do so. The other man was fined $4,000 for operating a snowmobile in a closed area. The majority of the fines - $8,700 - will go to the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation. In March 2019, CO’s and RCMP conducted a joint helicopter patrol of snowmobile closures east of Williams Lake. Two snowmobilers were seen operating within the Grain Creek snowmobile closure near Quesnel Lake. The two operators went to significant efforts to evade all attempts by officers to make contact but were eventually arrested near Caribou Lake. Recreational snowmobiling in illegal areas can displace mountain caribou from high-quality winter habitat, threatening an already endangered population. Snowmobile closures to protect critical mountain caribou habitat are in place across B.C. - more than one million hectares across the mountain caribou range are closed to motorized winter recreation to support population recovery. The COS hopes these significant fines will deter any snowmobilers from a similar incident. Snowmobile closure patrols will continue throughout this winter season. To report violations, please call the RAPP line. #BCCOS #WilliamsLake #RAPP

Great turnout at the Kelowna Snowmobile Club outdoor meeting last night. Thanks to the club for inviting the BCSF to attend and going the extra mile to ensure everyone’s safety at your meeting.

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Trees are vital. As the biggest plants on the planet, they give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilize the soil and lend food and habitat to wildlife. They also provide us with the materials needed for tools and shelter. Although cerebrally we understand trees are incredibly important, many a snowmobiler has a love/hate relationship with trees they encounter while riding. Here are a few reasons why. https://www.bcsf.org/articles/when-trees-fight-back #bcsf #sledsafer #treewells #boondocking #backcountryfreeriding #snowmobile #snowbike

#MeettheBCSFBoard President Peter Doyle has been involved as a volunteer for the majority of his 34 years of snowmobiling. Serving as President for his home club Kamloops Snowmobile Club, as a founding director of ABCSnow, a facilitator for the merge between ABCSnow and the BCSF followed by being a director for the BCSF and now serving his second term as President for the BCSF. Peter enjoys the trails around his home town riding his 2015 Turbo Yamaha Viper. #bcsf #president #beavolunteer #supportyoursport #yourmembershipsmatter #joinaclub

SnoRiders The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has released a 13-chapter video series on YouTube about snowmobiling and safety. The new Safe Riders! video series covers snowmobile safety and lifestyle issues. The chapters were created to support snowmobile safety instruction and information. https://snoriderswest.com//safe_riders_chapter_10_snowmobi #bcsf #supportyoursport #joinaclub #yourmembershipsmatter #beavolunteer #sledsafer

We all want to bring our A-game when we head into the winter backcountry. The thought of fresh powder, bluebird skies and endless hours of spontaneous fun can be intoxicating. Seemingly harmless mistakes can literally stop snowmobilers in their tracks and halt what would have been an epic day of riding. Here are some common mistakes that you can hopefully avoid. SnoRiders #bcsf #sledsafer #preparation #snowmobile #snowbike #sendandreturn #supportyoursport

The Frozen Pirates teamed up with Avalanche Canada and the awesome crew from Boondock Nation to bring you a three-part series filmed during an AST1 class. Have a watch of part 2 below. Frozen Pirate Snow Services Boondock Nation Avalanche Canada https://youtu.be/bzZZEVx9rF8 #snowmobilesafety #boondocknation #frozenpiratesnowservices #sledsafer #bcsf

A national program that advocates for safe travel in the backcountry is focusing on raising awareness in Revelstoke this winter. https://www.revelstokereview.com//program-aims-to-reduce-/ #bcsf #bcsar #sledsafer #rideresponsibly #snowmobile #snowbike #revelstoke

Some will say, there’s never a bad day snowmobiling and for the most part, that’s a pretty accurate statement. There are however some things that can transform a potentially great day into a disaster. We would love to suggest some key ingredients to incorporate into your day, which we hope will help you and your crew have the best ride ever. https://letsridebc.com/sled_recipe Let's Ride BC #letsridebc #explorebc #supportyoursport #sledsafer #joinaclub #membershipsmatter #bcsf

From our friends at BC AdventureSmart "Canada's fabulous winter wonderland brings snow enthusiasts out in droves each year. From snowshoeing, to skiing, to snowmobiling and backcountry adventures, the opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in the winter are endless! Before you seek out your thrills, be sure that you are well prepared for the potential dangers that come with playing in Canada’s snowy and icy environments." https://www.adventuresmart.ca/winter/winter.htm #backcountrysafety #getthegear #getthetraining #bcadventuresmart #ridetosurvive #sledsafer

Polaris shows there’s more yet to be squeezed out of the internal combustion engine Mountain Sledder Magazine Polaris Inc. #bcsf #snowmobile #polarissnow #morehorsepower #joinaclub #supportyoursport

Land access work in the Elk Valley is being successful! This past August the BC Snowmobile Federation and our member clubs the Fernie Snowmobile Association and the Elkford Snowmobile Association were working hard to be provided an opportunity to participate in a local project called the Elk Valley Cumulative Effects Management Framework. (EVCEMF) This project intends to restore industrial roads in the Elk Valley that will restrict public access to areas for the protection ...of habitat for Grizzly Bears, Big Horn Sheep, and Westslope Cutthroat Trout. While we support the goals of the project we believe it needs to be balanced with the tourism and recreational values of the people in the Elk Valley. With no public process provided the snowmobile clubs needed to ensure there was a voice from the snowmobile sector. So far we have been successful in: Saving the Ptolemy Trail and the Heartbreak Trail for this season; Being provided the opportunity to submit our written comments; Bring provided a seat on the EVCEMF Working Group going forward; and Expanded our project team to include the other motorized clubs represented by Quad Riders ATV Association of British Columbia - ATVBC and BC Off-Road Motorcycling - BCORMA Read the full story and the BCSF response letter at https://www.bcsf.org//elk-valley-cumulative-effects-framew Elkford ATV Club Elk Valley Adventure and Dirt Riding Summit Creek Cabins #joinasnowmobileclub #strengthinnumbers #membershipscount #ferniesnowmobileassociation #elkfordsnowmobileassociation #EVCEMF #tourismfernie #tourismelkford

Good evening all , tonight we have recieved some news about the LaForge Trail. It appears that our groomed Trail has been plowed off up to 18klm. We were no...t aware of any logging going on it that area, and we are just as upset about this as you the riders will be. So as of tonight the LaForge Trail is shut down. There is to be no snowmobile traffic Monday thru Friday on this trail, we are working on getting more information about this situation and when we know more we will also let you know. With that being said Cooke Creek will be the only trail open to ride as of now. Our collector will be on site tomarrow and on the weekend and will remind riders of the situation. Thank you, Robin

This weeks #winnerwedneday goes to Peter Hermanson from the Revelstoke Snowmobile Club. They won themselves a great prize from our #BCSFearlyrenewalcontest supporter Thunderstruck Films a Thunderstruck 17 DVD You might be asking yourself how do you get in the #winnerwednesday draw? All you need to do is buy a membership in a BCSF member club between now and November 30th. A full list of participating snowmobile clubs can be found at www.bcsf.org.clubs. The earlier in the season you buy your membership the more #winnerwednesday chance you have. Additionally, all memberships sold by November 30th will also be entered to win one of our grand prizes from Frozen Pirate Snow Services, Barrett Hepburn Design, Ski-Doo, Backcountry Access, Inc.

Packing a lunch and high energy snacks is an important part of backcountry snowmobiling. Let’s face it though, we are all pretty much over the whole soggy sandwich that gets squished amongst the contents of our tunnel bag or backpack. So, what are some alternatives to sandwiches? Here are some ideas! https://www.bcsf.org//great-sledding-meals-to-fuel-your-ad #snowmobile #meals #muffpot #hotdogger #mealideas

Many women can enjoy the fun of snowmobiling while pregnant. Your doctor may advise against this if you have a pregnancy-related condition such as pre-eclampsia or if you are carrying multiple babies. There are many benefits to staying active during pregnancy. Maintaining healthy muscle tone and positive emotions and preventing gestational diabetes are all attributed to healthy exercise during pregnancy. https://snoriderswest.com/article/thescoop/ SnoRiders #snowmobile #snowmobiling #pregnancy

An older character counsels someone much younger about the golden virtues of how things were back in the good old days. But when did those take place, really? How far back did the good old days begin? And when did they end? Mountain Sledder Magazine #bcsf #snowmobiling #familysport #goodolddays

From our friends at Backcountry Access, Inc. "But along with fostering the growth of the sport, Bolin knows that he must also work to help provide the snowbiking community with knowledge and safety protocols for the dangers that exist in the backcountryspecifically when it comes to avalanches. We caught up with Bolin to hear more about what he’s doing to spread the snowbike gospel and how he’s trying to educate those involved in the developing sport." #backcountrysafety #snowbike #sendandreturn #avalanchesafety #snowbikesafety

Would you like to work with the BCSF? Here is a great work opportunity that may be perfect for you! BCSF Mapping Project (Phase 1) Request for Expressions of Interest for a Project Manager (PM) https://www.bcsf.org//request-for-expressions-of-interest-... #bcsf #mappingproject #EVTrails See more

#MeetTheBCSFboard Vice President of the BCSF Adam McDonald has been snowmobiling for 15 years. Adam is an active supporter of organized snowmobiling and has been since his first year of riding. Volunteering and serving as President of the Merrit Snowmobile Club and now in his 3rd year with the BCSF board of directors, he truly enjoys the challenge that comes with strengthening the sport of snowmobiling in British Columbia. Adam primarily rides the areas around his home town of Merritt along with other areas in British Columbia. #supportyoursport #beavolunteer #bcsf #vicepresident #adammcdonald #membershipsmatter

From Dave Norona I have been lucky enough to ride for Ski-Doo as a brand ambassador for over 10 years now, and the technology the designers and engineers have put into the machines over those years is awe-inspiring. Getting to see it from all angles and to ride them first in some cases has been a dream come true for me. https://sleddermag.com/what-i-choose-to-ride/ Mountain Sledder Magazine Ski-Doo #skidoo #snowmobile #chooseyourride

BCSF’s annual #EarlyMembershipRenewal contest is in its last month! Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes. This week we are featuring one of our Grand Prize Sponsors Polaris Snowmobiles. They have generously donated one of their amazing X-Over sledding jackets. Please support businesses that support organized snowmobiling in BC! So please be sure to thank your local Polaris Dealer for their support. Memb...ership renewal reminders have been going out so check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs As a bonus this season a winner will also be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport #polaris #bcpolarisdealers

We are very excited to announce that the Kelowna Snowmobile Club has rejoined the BC Snowmobile Federation. We look forward to working with their Board of Directors and Members to further the goals of the Federation overall. The British Columbia Snowmobile Federation (BCSF) was formed in 1965 by a small group of snowmobile racers. Our original purposes as set out in our constitution was to develop an organization that was dedicated to safety, the growth of the sport, prote...ction of the environment, and securing access to public lands for all. The BCSF has been campaigning for the preservation of riding areas since its inception. The BCSF no longer has racing roots but the founding principles have carried the Federation forward more than 55 years. The BCSF now collectively represents 61 snowmobile clubs, 7,300 members and 44,000 riders in the Province of BC. On the ground, our member clubs are non-profit societies maintained by caring volunteers who promote safety, stewardship, and responsible backcountry snowmobile recreation. The Kelowna Snowmobile Club has been doing this since 1968! Please give their members a warm BCSF welcome and we look forward to working together to create a stronger, more unified voice for snowmobiling in BC. #strongertogether #welcomeback #provincialvoice #BCSF

The brisk days and darker evenings mean one thing: sledding season is just around the corner! Whether this is your first year sledding or you are upgrading to another newer machine, finding a great used sled can be easier knowing a few insider tips. https://snoriderswest.com//five_tips_for_buying_a_used_sno SnoRiders #snowmobile #usedsnowmobilepurchase #howtobuyausedsnowmobile #bcsf #sled

With early snowfall gracing much of British Columbia, many a rider is eager to get out there even if it is simply for a road ride. Early season riding presents unique challenges, especially when industry and recreation cross paths. Before trail grooming commences for the season, some of the only access to the backcountry is via forest service roads which can create conflict if protocol is not followed. https://letsridebc.com/Industry_Roads Let's Ride BC #letsridebc #snowmobile #loggingroads #forestryroads #rideresponsibly

Volunteers are very hard to come by. Ask the board of directors for any non-profit society and they’ll say the same thing. The same handful of people do 100 percent of the work, often resulting in volunteer burnout and an implosion of the organization. This article from SnoRiders is a few years old and we no longer have two staff members at the BCSF but the message is still relevant today. #bcsf #supportyoursport #membershipsmatter #joinaclub #volunteer

BCSF’s annual contest! #WinnerWedensday is Michael Sjoden from the Houston Snowmobile Club. He won himself a Thunderstuck 18 DVD and a tshirt from Thunderstruck Films Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #yourmembershipmatters

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local BC snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered in to the contest for a chance to win one of our grand prizes! ... A winner will also be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! Grand prizes provided by: Backcountry Access, Inc. Ski-Doo Polaris Snowmobiles Barrett Hepburn Design Frozen Pirate Snow Services #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport

About 400 snowmobilers and snow enthusiasts in Western Canada and the United States tuned in to the virtual presentation on October 28 to glean lessons from that tragic day. The presentation comes in lieu of the kind of in-person outreach and presentations Avalanche Canada usually holds due to the ongoing pandemic. https://www.therockymountaingoat.com//avi-canada-shares-l/ #avalanchecanada #renshawtragedy #avalancheeducation #sledsafer #knowbeforeyougo #getthegear #getthetraining #getthepicture #sendandreturn

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! WinnerWedensday is Everett Bostock of the Kamloops Snowmobile Association. He won a long sleeve t and hat from Ski-Doo Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered in to the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport

B.C.’s Shuswap region has a sled-friendly landscape to say the least. Snowmobilers come here for trail riding, boondocking, hill climbing and cruising through tree-lined terrain. We checked out sledder-friendly businesses from Sicamous to Salmon Arm, and found a selection of top snowmobiler-friendly accommodations, restaurants and attractions in the area. SnoRiders #bcsf #sledsicamous #letsridebc #letsridethompsonokanagan #topattractions

North Shore Rescue If You Get Lost Today, Will Anyone Know? - has just been published and is available for sale. The North Shore Rescue Team is the busiest volunteer search and rescue team in Canada and averages 130 missions per year. Author Allen Billy has created a website to help with book promotion and marketing, and that site is at http://northshorerescuebook.com/ All of the current retail distributors are listed on the Ordering the Book page of the website. #northshorerescue #ifyougetlosttoday #volunteer #searchandrescue

Great video from the Young Riders Kelowna Snowmobile Club about what they carry for gear on their snowmobile as well as in their packs. Great job you two! Kelowna Snowmobile Club #futureleaders #backcountrysafety #whatisinyourpack

This is incredibly good news!!! Congratulations Kamloops Snowmobile Association

Snowmobilers please take a few minutes to complete this survey to ensure they have input from all backcountry users. The SFU Avalanche Research Program is conducting a new study on social media use and avalanche safety. Along with Avalanche Canada, they are looking at how social media has changed how information about trips into the backcountry and avalanche safety is shared with both positive and negative consequences. The results of this research will help them to take ad...vantage of the opportunities that social media offers to improve avalanche safety and help everybody avoid any potential pitfalls. Click here to participate: https://www.avsocmedia.avalancheresearch.ca/ Note: If you wish to remain anonymous, please do not comment, like, or share this post as it may identify you as a participant in this study. #AvalancheResearch #AvCan #Avalanche

There's still time to win a prize with the #BCSFEarlyRenewalContest Buy your membership before November 30th and you will automatically be entered into the draw www.bcsf.org/clubs #supportyoursport #joinaclub #bcsf #snowmobile #membershipsmatter #snowmobile #snowbike

With a limited number of days to enjoy each year, many snow obsessed riders will go to extremes to gain as much seat time as humanly possible. Sometimes this means adjusting work schedules and family obligations to make time for snowmobiling, but others may take their commitment to snowmobiling a few steps further to what can be considered Hardcore!. https://www.bcsf.org/articles/are-you-a-hardcore-sledder #bcsf #snowmobiling #hardcoresledder #supportyoursport #joinaclub

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! #WinnerWedensday is Louis Bourgeois from the Elkford Snowmobile Association and he won a hat and shirt from Ski-Doo Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport

Many of you likely saw the recent loss of a shelter by an arsonist in the Kamloops Area. This is the latest of many vandalism and thefts that have occurred in the last five years. Therefore, please support the Kamloops Snowmobile Association in their efforts to raise needed funds to install a security system and improved communication services to their riding areas. https://www.gofundme.com/f/camera-security-system-and-cell- #kamloopssnowmobileassociation #theft #vandalism #supportyoursport #bcsf #strongertogether

Interesting workshops coming up. Check it out

#itpaystobeamember BCSF members receive a 10% discount at Mark's Work Wear! Please ensure you download the Mark's BCSF Barcode and save to your phone or print it from our BCSF Members only Benefits page! https://www.bcsf.org/cpages/benefits. You will have to be an active member and login to get the code. The stores cannot look up your code for you at the till. #membershipbenefits #bcsf #supportyoursport #joinaclub #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #marksworkwear

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! #WinnerWedensday Richelle Maser of the Prince George Snowmobile Club. She has won a T-shirt from Carl Kuster Mountain Park Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport

And some gave all. Today we are remembering those who fought for our freedom and we would like to thank you for your sacrifice.

Big things happening in Fernie for the Fernie Snowmobile Association. I can't wait to see their new groomer out on the snow this season! We know it took a lot of hard work from the volunteers and members of FSA to raise enough money to make this kind of investment for their community. Many do not understand the cost of a groomer so does anyone want to take a guess on what the list price was for this beauty? #volunteersmakeithappen #joinasnowmobileclub #investinginruralBC

#MeettheBCSFBoard Amanda L'Heureux- Director I became involved with organized snowmobiling when I first learned of area closures. I'm going into my 3rd year on the board with BCSF. I’m a founding director with a brand new club within the BCSF, Kakwa Park Snowmobile Club as well as secretary/memberships. I have been on a snowmobile since I was young, started on a 1979 Enticer and I now ride a 2018 Freeride. I’ve been a backcountry/mountain rider for 9 years.... I enjoy the outdoors in all seasons but I’m happiest when it’s snowing! I like to share my love of snowmobiling with family and friends. #bcsf #boardofdirectors #supportyoursport #kakwaparksnowmobileclub #princegeorgesnowmobileclub #beavolunteer

The Fort Nelson Snowmobile Club is a proactive group. Since Wayne Wheeler took over as Club President in 2014, the trail system in Fort Nelson has expanded in size and the amenities offered therein. https://snoriderswest.com//everyone_and_their_dog_enjoys_f SnoRiders #bcsf #FortNelsonSnowmobileClub #letsridebc #supportyoursport #joinaclub

Riding with your significant other can be a great experience but when the relationship ends there is always one question on both individuals’ minds. Who gets to keep the sled crew? https://www.bcsf.org//who-keeps-the-sled-crew-when-you-spl #snowmobiling #bcsf #groupmanagement #sledcrew #singlesonsleds

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! #WinnerWedensday Daniel Tayles of the Crowfoot Mountain Snowmobile Club won himself a 4l jug of Amsoil from Erin Hart. Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport

While Avalanche Canada is busy getting ready for their winter operations, a significant source of funding for the organization is still up in the air. This funding uncertainty will potentially impact the service levels they will be able to provide for backcountry users if left unresolved. Mountain Sledder Magazine Avalanche Canada #bcsf #avalanchecanada #provincialfunding #backcountrysafety #snowmobile #snowbike

The BC Snowmobile Federation (BCSF) would like to thank Team Thunderstruck and the Revelstoke Snowmobile Club for their amazing donation of $10,000.00 from their annual Team Thunderstruck Fundraiser held in Revelstoke on November 30, 2019. https://www.bcsf.org//bcsf-receives-10000-donation-from-th Thunderstruck Films #Thunderstruckfilms #fundraiser #supportyoursport #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike

#BCSFEarlyRenewalContest BCSF’s annual contest! WinnerWedensday is Marcus Herron from the Vernon Snowmobile Association He has won a 4L jug of Amsoil Interceptor donated by Erin Hart-Amsoil . Membership renewal reminders have been going out - check your inbox for yours! Or find your local snowmobile club on www.bcsf.org/clubs... Purchase your membership before November 30th to be entered into the contest for a chance at some great prizes! A winner will be drawn every #WinnerWednesday during the contest period, so the sooner you purchase your membership the more entries you will receive. Visit www.bcsf.org/contests for full contest details! #joinasnowmobileclub #supportyoursport #bcsf #buyamembership #bcsf #snowmobile #snowbike #supportyoursport #amsoil

How many of you had snow over the weekend? Let's see your pictures! #snowing #powstoke #timetoride #bcsf #joinaclub #earlyrenewalcontest #snowmobile #snowbike

Signage is so important! Awesome Hunters Range Snowmobile Association

Snowmobilers are a different breed of humans. Set apart somewhat from the general population by our passion for snow, when others are cursing it, try as we may, we simply don’t fit into the general population. We try though. We try to be logical, and responsible with our decision-making processes, but sometimes even we don’t believe the words coming out of our mouths. Here are some examples. https://www.bcsf.org//silly-things-sledders-say-even-they- #bcsf #snowmobiling #snowmobileculture #powstoke #sledders #sledculture

Snowmobile trail groomers are the unsung heroes of our sport and quite often the ones that do the most for our trails. This is especially true for those who groom our vast network of snowmobile trails throughout British Columbia. Here are some tips to show your support for the groomer operators work while also ensuring everyone has a smooth trail to ride: https://www.bcsf.org//10-ways-to-love-your-snowmobile-trai #bcsf #supportyoursport #trailgrooming #beavolunteer #loveyourgroomer #respect