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ATVing weather again!

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I’ve been kinda slacking on new blogs but I haven’t been wheeling that much this summer.  With all the kids stuff, weddings, family stuff, etc going on I’m glad fall is here and its time to get out ATVing again!  The leaves are at 100% peak or already on the ground, most if not all of the bugs are gone, we get the morning moisture to keep the dust down and the WEATHER is BEAUTIFUL!

This weekend we’re leaving from Hibbing and heading to Liquid Larry’s in Kinney, anyone that wants to join us is welcome to come.  I’ll have pictures next week.  Almost forgot, I pick up my new Can-am Outlander 800 X-MR.  I’ll get pictures out there soon as I have them!!

Larry

70-Mile Itasca Trail Update!

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I heard back from 2 people from Itasca County officials and here is the latest and greatest report: work is continuing but they’re behind a little;   the full phase one part of the trail they expected to be complete right now isn’t and won’t be ’till this fall (if it continues as planned).

As I look at the maps and read the information available, phase 1 is the most important part for us up north!  When phase 1 is complete, we can leave from Pengilly and ride all the way to McGregor.  I got some pretty good email back from the county people so if you want more info shoot me an email and I’ll get back to you!

When this trail is done I WILL be on it!  I’m gonna make a weekend out of it and leave from Pengilly,  stay in Aitkin for the night and come back the next day!  See you on the trails!

Larry

The NEW CAN_AM Commander Side-x-side is out!

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The NEW CAN_AM COMMANDER SIDE X SIDE IS OUT!
Anyone else so the new Commander by Can-am yet?  Even comes with a 1000cc engine!  I have a link for you and its awesome!  Lots of videos, showes yellow and Camo but haven’t seen the red yet in a real picture.  We want one and by wife’s machine is up for sale for the deposit.  They won’t be in till September but that when I do alot of riding.

It’s been a busy early summer with Grad Parties and Work so I haven’t been riding much but looking at facebook and the other networks everyone else has been enjoying the Summer.  Check out the new Side X Side and I’ll update you on our next ride!  If you plan on attending the ATVAM Fall Convention in Nashwauk and you need any help with the area, let me know!!!

Where to Ride Memorial Weekend?

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So we’re talking about the new 70 Mile trail maybe that is supposed to run from Pengilly down toward Aitkin and Brainerd?  I can’t find anything on the Minnesota DNR website about it yet so maybe its not ready?  Anyone know?  I’ve seen a few emails from ATVAM about it, I think they were gonna call it the Great Itascan Trail or something like that?  I’ll do some more research Monday or Tuesday about it….

Maybe Thistle Dew trails and camping for the weekend…

Where is everyone else gonna be RIDING?

ATVAM ATV fair

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I’ll be attending the ATVAM ATV fair at the Anoka County Fairgrounds on May 1 & 2 with the Iron Range Tourism Bureau. The fair runs from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on the 1st and from 9-4 on the 2nd.

The ATVAM ATV Fair features many top manufacturers, vendors & sponsors selling accessories, clothes & great riding gear. New this year will be the Used ATV Corral & you can even test your “dream” machine on the test course!

PLUS, be sure to check out the side-by-side mud races by the Northwoods Racing series. This will be the season opener for the 2010 Northwoods Racing series.

Whatever brings you to the fair, be sure to stop by the Iron Range booth and say “hi.”  I’d love to know who actually reads this thing & who knows, maybe we can even set-up a ride on the Iron Range with your group this spring or summer!

Larry

WATER SKIPS on Lake Vermilion!

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The weather is finally turning towards ATV weather!  Besides a few short, cold rides here and there and/or plowing the driveway.  There isn’t a whole lot going on in the ATV world during the winter but that is rapidly changing!

The kick off to the ATV riding season for me is always Water Skips on Vermilion!  Last year we had 29 machines that left Fortune Bay Resort and Casino and this year I think we can beat it!  I’ve talked to a lot of different people this year that hadn’t really heard about it it now and they’re all in.  We start lining up and meet at the Marina (docks) at Fortune Bay about 10am and start heading across the lake at 11am.  Contact me for more information!

Northern Traxx Monthly Meeting

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If anyone is interested in joining or just want to come see whats going on in the local ATV world?  The club is always looking for new people and new ideas!!!

The Northern Traxx monthly meeting is Monday, November 30, at Tom & Jerry’s in Chisholm at 6:30pm.

There is a lot going on with our new trail that we hope to start building this coming spring!

We also have a cash 50/50 Raffle going on right now, tickets are $5 with 600 total tickets being sold.  Prizes are 1 - $500, 2 - $250’s, and 5 - $100’s.

Contact me anytime for more info at lfolstad50@hotmail.com or by phone 218-969-6789

Thanks,
Larry Folstad

DNR seeks comments on Environmental Assessment Worksheet for expansion of the Iron Range OHVRA

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Courtesy of ATVAM and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

ATVAM DNR Updates - November 2009
News Releases

DNR seeks comments on Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Virginia expansion of the Iron Range Off-highway Vehicle Recreation Area

(Released November 16, 2009)

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is seeking public comments through Dec. 16 on a proposal to develop a 2,704-acre expansion to the existing Iron Range Off-highway Vehicle Recreation Area (OHVRA), in Gilbert, Minn. The proposed expansion site is located one mile north of the existing Iron Range OHVRA, partially within the city of Virginia, Minn.

The Virginia expansion site will be managed out of the existing facility, which will be linked to the expansion area by a connector road. This proposed expansion includes the development of the connector road, a core trail system, vehicle-specified trails, and perimeter fencing.
Public comments on the EAW will be accepted during the 30-day public review period from Nov. 16 to Dec. 16.

A copy of the EAW is available online. Additional copies may be requested by calling 651-259-5157.

A copy of the EAW is available for public review at:
DNR Library, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, Minnesota, 55155
DNR Northeast Regional Headquarters (Region 2), 1201 E. Highway 2, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

Minneapolis Public Library, Government Documents, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55401

Arrowhead Regional Library, Duluth Public Library, 520 W Superior St., Duluth, MN 55802
Virginia Public Library, 215 5th Ave S, Virginia, MN USA 55792

Gilbert Public Library, 17 N Broadway, P.O. Box 75, Gilbert, MN 55741-0758

The EAW was published in the Nov. 16, EQB Monitor.

Written comments on the EAW must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec.16 to the attention of Ronald Wieland, EAW Project Manager, Environmental Policy and Review Unit, Division of Ecological Resources, DNR, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN, 55155-4025.

Electronic or e-mail comments may be sent to environmental.review@dnr.state.mn.us with “Virginia OHVRA” in the subject line. If submitting comments electronically, include your name and mailing address. Written comments may also be sent by fax to 651-297-1500.

ATVAM Office
PO Box 296
Geneva, MN 56035
1-800-442-8826
www.atvam.org
atvamoffice@atvam.org

It’s Official!

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For everyone that attended or followed the news stories about the World Record ATV Parade in Silver Bay this summer, the number is official!  1632 ATV’S!  It was a great weekend and one to brag about.

The down side? It sparked a lot of interest all across the United States with ATV enthusiasts…….  On September 16th in Richfield, Utah, they had a parade with they say the had 2014 ATV’s attend and are waiting for that number to be Official!  As of now Minnesota has the record, it’s already rumored that ATVAM is already talking about and strategizing about the next MINNESOTA RECORD.

UTAH link :  http://www.lynnsessions.com/category/2009-trip-reports/09162009-richfield-world-record-atv-parade/

And, finally, it looks like it might be time to put the plow mounts on… but don’t put it away, we ride all winter around here!

Larry

70-Mile Trail Project Update

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Here’s an update for some of you who may be interested in the 70-mile Aitkin-Itasca trail:

The next oversight committee meeting is scheduled for:

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
6 pm
Long Lake Conservation Center

http://www.llcc.org/

If you have questions about the project or meeting location, call: 612-414-8041

More information is available at:
http://www.70miletrail.net

Notice: 70-Mile Project is Looking for Trail Names - Final Selections to be made SOON!
Submit your ideas via email to:
info@dovetailinc.org
or call 612-333-0430.