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Side Hill Croncher Newsletter
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November 2007
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President
Email: sidehillcronchers@adelphia.net
Website:
Trail Work: If you would like to help with some of the trail work, please contact our Trail Master Randy Ellison 802-228-7266
TMA information avialable on our Website.
VAST = Vermont Association of Snow Travelers
Upcoming Events:
September Chicken Barbecue ( Postponed )
VAST annual meeting September 29th
President
Email:
Website:
Trail Work: If you would like to help with some of the trail work, please contact our Trail Master Randy Ellison 802-228-7266
TMA information avialable on our Website.
VAST = Vermont Association of Snow Travelers www.vtvast.org/TMA
Upcoming Events:
Next Meeting: Date: Saturday December 8th Time: 6:30 Place: Home of Randy and Cheryl Ellison. Ellison Lake Road 802-228-7266
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Snowmobile Safety Course
This year’s class is full
Date:
December 8th, 2007
Buy an "Early Bird" TMA and you can save up to 30% over the regular season rate. In order to get that savings, you must purchase your TMA prior to December 15.
Detailed information about the new TMA structure can be found on the VAST website www.vtvast.org/TMA
TMA membership applications are available on the croncher website as well as the locations where you can purchase them. www.sidehillcronchers.org
If you are new to snowmobiling or have not paid attention to the recent changes that have been made to the TMA structure please check it out first. It could save you money.
A NOTE OF THANKS
We should really give a big thanks to Terry and Doug Peabody for the effort they put in to get the TMA’s ready this year. Because of the new structure, VAST was late in sending them out, so Terry and Doug did a last minute marathon by themselves to get the forms filled out and ready so our outlets could sell them over the thanksgiving weekend. We greatly appreciate the time and effort. Those that have helped with this effort in the past know what a chore it is, so Terry and Doug we thank you very much for all your hard work and effort to get this done in such a very short span of time.
Facts: To Remember when snowmobiling:
You must carry proof of insurance and show it upon demand.
The maximum speed limit on state lands is 35 m.p.h.
Vermont has a tough “Snowmobiling While Intoxicated” law. As a result of this violation, you will be assessed points and your driver’s license will be suspended.
Hypothermia: This is the lowering of the body’s core temperature. It can happen in water or on land. Hypothermia does not require extreme cold and accelerates with wind and wetness. Dressing warmly in water resistant layers helps, but if immersed, quickly replace wet clothes, keep moving to generate body heat, and find immediate shelter and warmth.
Frostbite: Frostbite results from freezing temperatures and poor circulation. Most common on extremities and exposed skin, it can be identified by unnaturally white and numb skin surrounded by harsh red coloring. Cover up and layer well, making sure that socks fit loosely within your boots. And remember mitts with liners are warmer than gloves.
Wind Chill: Wind chill is lower temperature caused by wind and/or the forward momentum of a fast moving sled. Wind chill exposes you to severe cold which in turn can cause hypothermia. Wind-proof outer garments, extra layers and a balaclava will offer some protection, but keep your face shield down to prevent wind burn and to protect your skin and eyes.
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