SNO CRUISER
MEETING MINUTES
February 3rd, 2010
Meeting called to order by President Scott Lipa
Secretary's report approved as read
Treasurer's report approved as read
OLD BUSINESS
Mayor's ride - There was a good representation from the Cruisers, over $1,200 was raised for Youth First, Don & Nancy have pictures and everyone had a great time.
Winter Rendezvous - There are lots of activities & meetings going on which will be attended by 5 couples from the Cruisers.
Veterans ride Thursday, February 11th
Silent Auction - Paul Onken has taken care of the silent auction items, thanks to Waldoch's for their donations.
There are still rooms available per Tom Anttila
Third Club Ride - Steve Thielen reported that the area recently received some good snow; all is a go for the Chisholm ride February 26 & 27.
BREAK - Paul Hinnenkamp won the raffle; he donated the money to the Veterans Ride.
NEW BUSINESS
Region 6 meeting - Bob Bemmels, Beckie Zweig and Scott Lipa gave a recap from the Region 6 meeting on February 2nd, which included a presentation from Doug Franzen our MnUSA lobbyist, information on nominations for Region 6 officers/directors, the Legislative reception on February 24, from 4-7, MnUSA scholarship and other key snowmobile issues forthcoming.
Hot Dog Ride is on hold for now, more information to follow.
AWSC - Arlyss has information regarding upcoming events in Wisconsin.
Mark Shape and others won Wild Tickets through a drawing from a pool of MnUSA volunteers, Mark said volunteering "Pays off".
1st Annual Ham Lake Sno Bowl - Beckie reported on the event and also had posters with further information.
Bob Bemmels thanked Don & Nancy Nordine for their faithful appearance at so many snowmobile related events and suggested they be named "official photographers" for the Cruisers. Bob also encouraged them to turn in their receipts for their numerous expenses incurred.
Spring Banquet - Bill Dubats suggested April 17th for the Spring Banquet, more information will follow.
Anoka Lions Country Music Festival - Bill Dubats gave pertinent information for this event which will be March 20, at the Anoka High School.
Bill Dubats mentioned that Siren would be an option for the Hot Dog ride, but, it may be too far to travel.
Don Nordine indicated there will be a waffle breakfast this Sunday the 7th at the VFW.
Jerry McDowell gave information on a 600 Polaris that is for sale, see Jerry if interested.
Ride Reports
Bob Bemmels rode today from Lino Lake to Rush Lake, surprisingly good trails.
Barry Kedrowski rode 3 days in Vermillion, it was cold but they had a good ride putting on 250 miles one day.
Chuck Rice rode his vintage sled from Tamarck to Lawler, the ride was fun, but the whole town smelled like 2 cycle. There were over 430 vintage sleds and Chuck rode 30 grueling miles.
Scott & Jo Lipa rode with Brian & Ann, Terry & Lance, Larry and Jo's Dad near Hayward. The trails were solid but could use a little more loose snow. The trails south were good, but, improved quickly traveling north.
Paul Hinnenkamp rode a vintage ride in Waconia, there were 400 - 500 sleds, all made it back, but, the trails were hard. There is a radar run this weekend which he will participate in with his vintage sled.
Arlyss mentioned that a good place to stay in the Solon Springs Wisconsin area is Swanson's Cabins.
Bill Dubats indicated there are some really good trails in Burnett County Wisconsin.
Bob Bemmels mentioned that a friend had ridden from Lakeville to Faribault and back and the trails were great.
Jerry McDowell made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Beckie Zweig vote taken, motion passed
27 in attendance
Next Meeting February 17th
Respectively Submitted
Arlyss Onken
SNO CRUISER
MEETING MINUTES
February 17th, 2010
Meeting called to order by President Scott Lipa
Secretary's report approved as read
Treasurer's report approved as read
OLD BUSINESS
Winter Rendezvous - Tom Anttila reported on the Veterans Ride, which took place on Thursday February 11th, there where 57 veterans that participated, the manufacturers brought sleds for this event. Tom also participated in the Governor's Ride on Friday the 12th. There were 150 sleds participating which included lunch with the Governor and a great ride with good trails. Beckie Zweig gave a recap of the 1st annual Lady Cruisers Mud Dog Ride. The trophy eluded the group, but, it really was about the journey, camaraderie, and the accomplishment. Curt Zweig awarded the Ladies a Snow Cruisers Mud Doggetts Rendezvous 2010 Trophy which he proudly assembled for the girls in his garage. Numerous trail rides were planned for Saturday as well as a banquet, awards and prizes. Region 6 was third in the silent auction proceeds; more final numbers will be available at a later date. Bob Bemmels reported on the Sunday business meeting which included information on the Minnesota Snowmobile Education & Advancement Fund, a 5013C Corporation.
There were 275 registered for Winter Rendezvous, the site for next year will be in Alexandria Minnesota at the Arrowhead Resort. Steve Krantz made a motion to divide the budgeted funds for Winter Rendezvous between those who were registered, seconded by Mark Shape, discussion followed, vote taken, motion passed.
Third Club Ride - Steve Thielen indicated he will keep checking on the conditions in the Chisholm area, any rooms from the Cruisers block have gone back to the general pool, and there is a 24 hour cancellation policy at the hotel. Scott Lipa suggested we table this discussion until later in the meeting.
Hot Dog Ride - Bob Bemmels indicated the St. Francis Sno Ghosts were not interested in joining us for the hot dog ride, but had suggestions on a shelter. Discussion followed on ride destinations, a date of Sunday March 14th was set, Tom Anttila will check into this further and let us know.
BREAK - Larry won the drawing.
NEW BUSINESS
MNUSA Legislative Reception on Wednesday, February 24th, from 4-7pm at the Kelly Inn in St. Paul.
Bob Bemmels will be riding the Delano Sports Center Winter Ride on February 20th & 21st, anyone interested in riding see Bob.
Ride Reports:
Larry rode Super Bowl Sunday near Amery, Baldwin & Turtle Lake Wisconsin, he had a good ride.
Don & Nancy Nordine and Charlie & Jenny Rice rode 1 ½ miles at the Antique Sled Show in Ham Lake.
Lance & his daughter rode in the Grand Rapids area, they had good riding, Lance & Terrie rode last week near Shafer, Center City and Taylors Falls, the trails were good north. Lance, and his friend Mike rode the same area and also had great riding and good trails.
Charles Rice rode during the week near the New Richmond area; he had beautiful trails and a good ride.
Barry, Paul, & Larry rode in the Melrose area; they had good snow, met very few sleds and put quite a few miles on in two days.
Lonnie and Bill Dubats rode last week Wednesday & Thursday in Siren, trails were good especially north.
Mark Shape reported on a group who rode in Michigan, they had a good time, Mark's quote "north of M28 the trails were good".
Over the last few weeks Mark & Kris Anderson rode from the Aitkin area to Crosby where they found great food, to the Glen area where they took a scenic side tour and to the Outing area.
Scott Lipa went to Osakis for a day ride, rode a 94 Polaris and wore all old school clothing; there was lots of snow, enough to bury that Polaris.
Scott, Jo and her Dad rode in the Iron River area, the trails were good both north & south.
Discussion followed regarding Steve Thielen's ride in Chisholm. Steve will check further into the trail and snow conditions and let us know the plan.
Brian Bromenschenkel made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Beckie Zweig, vote taken, motion passed.
27 in attendance
Next Meeting March 3rd
Respectively Submitted
Arlyss Onken
