Legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate that would require the U.S. Department of Transportation to conduct an updated study on the total amount of nonhighway recreational fuel taxes collected on an annual basis. The data from this study, a study to be conducted every five years thereafter, can then be used to determine how much funding should go towards the Recreational Trails … [Read more...]
2019 United Snowmobile Alliance Annual Meeting, Elections and Goals
On April 29, 2019 the United Snowmobile Alliance held its inaugural annual meeting in Syracuse NY, electing a new slate of officers to lead the organization. Chairman: Roger Wright, Vice Chair: Scott Jones, Treasure: Janelle Kukuk and Secretary: Marcia Miller. The Board of Directors reaffirmed objectives and set goals for the coming year. Objectives An active national advocate for … [Read more...]
Snowmobile Video Recognizes Vermont Farmers
Agriculture and snowmobiling have a rich tradition in Vermont, both contributing in no small way to the state's economy. That same tradition is true throughout North America. More than 2,400 miles of the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers trails cross Vermont farmland, giving snowmobilers the ability to enjoy the VAST interconnected trail system to its … [Read more...]
Sandra Mitchell Testifies Before U.S. Senate Committee Energy Natural Resources
On March 14, 2019 Sandra Mitchell testified before the U.S. Senate Committee Energy Natural Resources during a Full Committee Hearing to Examine Opportunities to Improve Access, Infrastructure, and Permitting for Outdoor Recreation, specifically regarding snowmobiles. Testimony of Sandra F. MitchellIdaho State Snowmobile Association, Public Lands Director Idaho Recreation Council, Executive … [Read more...]
United Snowmobile Alliance, National Advocates for Snowmobiling
The United Snowmobile Alliance announced the formation of a new national organization that will focus its efforts and resources on the needs of the snowmobile community at the local, state and national levels. National Advocates for Snowmobiling The United Snowmobile Alliance goals will be accomplished through strong communication and experienced leadership coming from the states … [Read more...]