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Maine Snowmobiler Calendar

B52 Memorial Ride

MSA Members: Calendar listings are updated Sept.-May from the calendar items submitted to The Maine Snowmobiler newspaper. The deadline for each issue's calendar is the 15th of the month prior to publication. Listings run in the newspaper as space allows, but ALL of the submitted listings are posted here each month. You may mail your listings to Maine Snowmobiler Calendar, MSA, PO Box 80, Augusta ME 04332 or email. Remember to include the basics: event, location, date, time, sponsoring club - and any other pertinent details.

Photo By Alan Swett. Snowmobilers gather for a service of remembrance during the annual B52 Memorial Ride hosted by the Moosehead Riders SC, Greenville.




February
SMOKI HAULERS CLUBHOUSE, KITCHEN IN OAKFIELD will be open 11a.m.-4p.m. on February weekends and daily during school vacation week (February 14-20).
February 1
MEETING/POTLUCK, Solon Snow Hawks, Solon Fire Station. Potluck 6p.m., meeting 7p.m.
CLUB BoD MEETING, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road.
February 2
MEETING/POTLUCK, Norway Trackers SC at Norway Town Hall. Potluck starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by the business meeting. FMI www.norwaytrackers.com
MEETING/POTLUCK, Standish Sno-Seekers, 6:30p.m. at the Town Municipal Building.
MEETING, Cobbosseecontee SC, 7p.m. at clubhouse, Spears Corner Road, West Gardiner.
MEETING, Benedicta Snowgang, 6:30p.m. at St. Benedict's Parish Center, Benedicta.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Smokey's Angels SC, 7p.m. at the Hartland Public Library. Invited guests: members of the Palmyra SC.
MEETING, Mattawamkeag Roadrunners, 6:30p.m. at the municipal building.
February 3
CLUB RIDE, BREAKFAST, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. Meet 8a.m. at the clubhouse. (Wednesday rides continue for the rest of the season) Half and full day rides.
MEETING, Snow Valley Sno-Goers SC of Andover, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road.
MEETING, Penobscot SC of Hermon, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse. www.sledhermon.net.
MEETING, Moonlite Sno-Skimmers (Cumberland -North Yarmouth). 7p.m. at Toddy Brook, North Yarmouth
MEETING, Saco Pathfinders, 7p.m. at the clubhouse, Heath Road, Saco. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
MEETING, Pejepscot Sno-Chiefs, 7p.m. at the MTM Center, Lisbon Falls. (Meeting held 1 week early due to sleigh ride - note upcoming club meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of the month). Questions: 207-729-6337. www.pejepscotsnochiefs.webs.com.
February 4
CLUB BoD MEETING, Linneus Sno Sports, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
February 4-6
POLAR BLAST FESTIVAL, in Eustis/Stratton. Thursday: Game night, Silent Auction. Friday: Groomer benefit spaghetti dinner-Stratton Community Building. Bonfire kickoff, Crazy Cardboard Sled Slide-Eustis Village. Fireworks. Karaoke at Stratton Plaza. Saturday: Polar Blast Breakfast-Stratton Community Building, Radar Run on Pumpkin Pond, Chili-Chowder-Stew contest, Raffle, 'Night Moves' band-Stratton Plaza. Schedule details at www.arnoldtrailsnowmobileclub.com
February 5
MEETING, Portage Lakers SC, 6:30p.m., Dean's Motor Lodge, Portage.
February 5, 6
SNOWMOBILE RIDE IN to benefit Pine Tree Camp. Annual event held in the Newport area. For more info visit www.pinetreesociety.org.
February 5, 6, 7
INTERNATIONAL SNOWMOBILERS FESTIVAL. Madawaska ME and Edmundston NB. Cross border riding, dinner, dance, fireworks, breakfast, door prizes, lucky run and more. $30 event pass. FMI: Greater Madawaska Chamber of Commerce, 207-728-7000, valleyvisit@pwless.net.
February 6
6th ANNUAL ANDY SANTERRE SNOWMOBILE RUN to benefit AMHC Sexual Assault Services. Caribou area. Lunch at Washburn Trailrunners clubhouse; Autograph session, buffet, auction at Caribou Inn and Convention Center. FMI: 207-498-6431, www.amhc.org.
ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE SNOWMOBILES, Hosted by the Poodunck SC of Dixfield and the Mexico Trailblazers SC, at the Mountain Valley Middle School in Mexico (Off ITS 82), from 10a.m. to 2p.m. Great trail side food: sausage sandwiches, French fries, hot dogs, burgers.
RIDE-IN BONFIRE, hosted by the Westbrook Trail Blazes, from 12 noon until midnight. Gather at Bouffard Crossing.www.westbrooktrailblazes.com
BUSCH SPORT SCENE CHARITY RIDE, in Rangeley, based at the Club House Restaurant. Ride credentials can be purchased starting at 9a.m. at the restaurant. (Available in advance at the restaurant, Rangeley Chamber or from Busch Sport Scene.) Credential includes poker run, admission to evening entertainment,, dinner-drink specials. Raffles, auction (including variety of sports memorabilia). www.rangeleysnowmobile.com.
PUBLIC FRIED CLAM SUPPER, postponed from January 9. Hosted by the Rock-O-Dundee Riders at their clubhouse on Paine Road in East Oxford, 4:30-6:30p.m. Menu: Fried haddock, clams, shrimp, chicken fingers, french fries. You may have your choice of one or as a combo. Coleslaw, rolls, beverage and desserts will be served. Take out also available. FMI: Ann 207-539-2322 or Suzanne 207-539-2616.
FAMILY FUN DAY, held by the Saco Pathfinders. Begins 10a.m. at Grant's Farm. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
BONFIRE, CLUB FUND RAISER, held by the Fort Halifax Snowdrifters of Winslow. All are welcome. Begins about 1p.m., accessible by sled on ITS 85 or park at the Welch's house on South Pond Road and walk in on the trail. Lots of hot food (burger, hot dogs, chili, soup etc), drinks, warm fire. (See more info on Facebook.)
CLUB RIDE, Belfast Area Snow Packers, to the Pine Tree Ride-In in Newport, leaving Belfast at 8:30a.m.
CLUB RIDE, Town and Country Trailriders, to the Pine Tree Camp Ride In in Newport. Leave clubhouse at 9a.m.
CLUB TRIP, Family SC of Bucksport, to Jackman. See web site for details: www.familysnowmobileclub.com.
CLUB RIDE, Solon Snow Hawks SC. Meet at Griswold's 10a.m. Club trails.
CLUB RIDE, Anson-North Anson SC, to Greenville. Meet at Carrabec at 9a.m.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Big Valley Sno-Club of Island Falls, 6p.m. at the clubhouse.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman, at the clubhouse. Potluck 5p.m., meeting 6p.m.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Sidney Trail Riders, 6p.m. at clubhouse, 17 Harold Drive, Sidney.
February 6, 7
SNOW FEST, hosted by the Hillside Family Riders of Lewiston at No Name Pond. Radar runs, vintage sleds, food, music, Saturday night bonfire, more. www.hillsidefamily riders.com.
SNOWMOBILE RACES, Held by the Jefferson-Nobleboro Sno-Packers, at Damariscotta Lake. Double elimination drag races Saturday February 6. Radar Run Sunday February 7. Trophies for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners in each of 18 classes. A fun day of racing, self teching - follow the rules and have fun. Registration starts at 7:30a.m. See club web site for more details: http://sites.google.com/site/snopackers/ (Rain Date February 13, 14)
February 7
RADAR RUN, held by the Harrison Friendly Riders SC, on Crystal Lake. Trophies for 1st, 2nd, 3rd; categories from 500cc stock/modified to 100cc stock/modified, unlimited, Top Speed of Day. Races $10/each; 3/$15. Kids under 18 may run with parental permission - parents must be present and sign waiver. FMI: Stacy Worster 207-583-6914, email. Club cook shack selling burgers, hot dogs, fries, chili etc. Rain date February 21.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUND RAISER, to benefit the Windham Drifters Junior Club, 8-10a.m. at Applebee's in North Windham. FMI: Linda Berry 207-892-8348.
POKER RUN, Held by the Pine Tree SC of Milford, at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road. Registration 9a.m.-1p.m.
PUBLIC BREAKFAST, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 7:30-11a.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road. (Sundays, 1/3-2/28, regardless of snowmobile conditions.)
VINTAGE RIDE-IN AND COOKOUT, hosted by the Orrington Trail Riders, on King's Mountain. Food, sliding, snowmobiling, camaraderie. FMI: 207-825-3655, www.orringtontrailriders.com.
SNOWMOBILE RALLY, Hosted by the Sebago Branch Duckers SC, beginning at 9a.m. at the Sebago Town Hall, Route 107, Sebago. www.sebagobranchduckers.com.
SNOWMOBILE RUN, to benefit the American Red Cross. 12-5p.m. at the Clubhouse Tavern and Steakhouse, Maple Lane Golf Course in Livermore. Representatives of the Red Cross will be on hand to accept donations and explain their programs. 10% of restaurant sales that day will be donated as well. FMI: 207-897-3770.
SNACK SHACK, run by the Standish Sno-Seekers at Johnson Field, Standish will be open from noon to 4p.m.
MEETING, Sno Wanderers SC of Kingfield, 2p.m. at Webster Hall.
MEETING, Goodwill Riders SC of Hampden, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
February 8
MEETING, Windham Drifters SC, 7p.m., Windham Town Hall. FMI: Garnett Johnston 207-310-1692.
STEW NIGHT, MEETING, Ashland SC. 6:30p.m. at Weeks' Camp.
MEETING, Smoki Haulers SC, 7p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
February 9
MEETING/POTLUCK, Oxbow-Masardis SC, 6:30p.m., Oxbow Lodge.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Barnstormers SC of Farmingdale. Potluck 6p.m., meeting 7p.m.
CLUB BoD MEETING, Chapman Ridge Runners, 6:30p.m., at the groomer barn.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Rock-O-Dundee Riders, Oxford, at the clubhouse. 6:30p.m. potluck, 7p.m. meeting.
February 10
MEETING, Sidney Trail Riders, 7p.m. at clubhouse, 17 Harold Drive, Sidney.
MEETING, Family SC of Bucksport, 6:30p.m. at the Bucksmills Rod and Gun Club. www.familysnowmobileclub.com.
February 11
MEETING, Central Aroostook SC, 6:30p.m., 81 West Ridge Road, Mars Hill.
February 12
HAL WILKINS RIDE, SUPPER, held by the Wassookeag SC of Dexter. www.wassookeagsnowmobileclub.com
MEETING/BoD MEETING, Nordic Lakers. Upstairs at the Eureka Hall, Stockholm. BoD meets 6p.m.; Full club meeting at 7p.m.
February 12, 13
SEVENTH ANNUAL EASTERN NEW ENGLAND GROOMER EVENT, 8a.m.-4p.m., Rangeley Lakes SC groomer barn, Loon Lake Road in Rangeley. Trailmasters, groomer operators, trail crew - all are welcome to check out the latest in grooming equipment.
February 12, 13, 14
DEXTER WINTERFEST, For more info visit the Wassookeag SC web site: www.wassookeagsnowmobileclub.com.
February 12-19
MOOSEHEAD SNOFEST- Greenville area. Events hosted by the Moosehead Riders SC at the clubhouse include: 2/12 Chili, Chowder & More! Cook-off. 5:30p.m. 2/13 : Snowmobile Scavenger Ride, 9a.m. Annual Cook Out, Cook In, 12p.m. 2/16: Family Ride and Kids Eat Free Lunch, 9a.m. 2/17: Club Ride. Breakfast first, then ride to lunch destination. All welcome! 2/19: Snowmobile Parade and bonfire, 7p.m., East Cove, Moosehead Lake. For more information on any of the events, call 207-695-3580. www.mooseheadriders.org, www.mooseheadlake.org.
February 12-21
KATAHDIN AREA WINTERFEST. Millinocket: Northern Timber Cruisers clubhouse open all week, weather permitting. 2/12: Snowmobile parade down Main St, begins 6p.m. Stearns High School. Bonfire, concessions at Veterans Memorial Park during the parade; Fireworks 7:30p.m. at Recreation complex. 2/13: Kids fishing day 9a.m.-3p.m. Jerry Pond (rain date 2/14). Baked bean supper-Northern Timber Cruisers clubhouse, 4-6p.m. 2/14: Pancake Breakfast-Northern Timber Cruisers clubhouse, 7-11a.m.
2/17: Kid's Night, 6-9p.m. Turkey bowl, bonfire, snow sculpting, chili tasting.
February 12-22
TAKE A FRIEND SNOWMOBILING WEEK. FMI: International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) web site: www.snowmobile.org.
February 13
ICE FISHING DERBY, area includes all legal waters in Waldo and Knox counties. Derby runs 6a.m.-6p.m.; weigh in from 3-6p.m. Base camp and weigh station: Tri-Town Snow Riders clubhouse, Brown Road, Morrill. Registration $5 per ticket or 5/$20 (need one ticket per fish entered). FMI: Billy Kinney, Derby Chairman 207-342-4223.
RADAR RUNS, held by the Wassookeag SC of Dexter. www.wassookeagsnowmobileclub.com
RIDE IN, Hosted by the WJW SC, 10a.m.-2p.m. at Long Pond, Windsor. Cookout - hot dogs, burgers, drinks, 50/50 raffle, kids games, more. (From Country Corner, north on Narrow Gauge, hard right at first field, cross over Coopers Mills Road, continue to Long Pond.)
SNOWFEST, FISHING DERBY, held by the Washington Hill and Gully Riders, at the town landing, Washington Pond. Hot food, raffles, derby prizes. (Rain date February 20).
VALENTINES DANCE, held by the Streaked Mountaineers SC of Buckfield. Advance tickets sales only. $10 pp. For tickets call Mark Fox 207-890-4374. Dance from 8p.m.-midnight, Quimby Hall, Turner. DJ, BYOB.
PUBLIC BAKED BEAN SUPPER, Held by the Goodwill Riders SC of Hampden, 5p.m. at the clubhouse.
OPEN HOUSE, held by the Rumford Polar Bears SC from 1-4p.m. at the new groomer garage. Light refreshments served. All are welcome.
PIE AUCTION, held by the Portage Lakers SC. Begins 7p.m., Dean's Motor Lodge, Portage. FMI: Betty Benson 207-435-6872.
POKER RALLY, held by the Bridgton Easy Riders SC.
CLUB RIDE, Oxbow-Masardis SC, to Grammie's in Linneus for lunch. Meet at the groomer shed at 9a.m.
CLUB RIDE, Anson-North Anson SC, to Rangeley. Meet at Carrabec at 9a.m.
MONTHLY MEETING, BONFIRE held by the Ebeemee SC (Brownville-Ebeemee Twp). Meeting at 5p.m., followed by fishing derby bonfire with wiener and marshmallow roast (6p.m.) at Darrell Cote's camp, 790 Ebeemee Lake Road.
MEETING/PIZZA NIGHT, Rockabema Snow Rangers of Patten. RSVP to Gladys Hanson, 207-528-2344.
MEETING/PIZZA NIGHT, Hatchet Mountain Sno-Riders of Hope, at the Town Office.
CLUB SUPPER/MEETING, Linneus Sno Sports, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse.
CLUB DINNER, MEETING, Rangeley Lakes SC, starting at 5:30p.m. in the meeting hall of the Episcopal Church, Main Street, Rangeley.
MEETING/POTLUCK, North Augusta Trailblazers, at the clubhouse. Potluck 6p.m., meeting 7p.m.
February 13, 14
ANNUAL WINTER CARNIVAL IN NAPLES, two days of winter fun on Long Lake, Naples Town Dock. Radar Run (Saturday, Sunday 9:30a.m.-3p.m.), Poker Rally (Saturday 9a.m.-2p.m.), food booths, helicopter rides, snow coach rides, broom ball, raffles, snowmobile jumps, fireworks, more! FMI: visit Muddy River Sno-Seekers web site, www.muddyriversnoseekers.org or call Dan Allen 207-318-6965, 207-693-3876.
SNOWMOBILE RACING WEEKEND, at the East Branch Sno Rovers clubhouse in East Millinocket. 2/13: Drag Racing. 2/14: Maine State Snowmobile Drag Racing Championships. MSDRA rules, classes. FMI: www.eastbranchsnorovers.com, www.maineice.com.
February 14
WORLD'S GREATEST SLEIGH RIDE, in Lisbon Falls - to benefit Pine Tree Camp. 10a.m.-2p.m. Hosted by the Pejepscot Sno-Chiefs and the Farmers Draft Horse, Mule and Pony Club. www.pejepscotsnochiefs.webs.com.
BELGRADE SNOWMOBILE CLUB FISHING DERBY-(formerly the Lions Club Annual Fishing Derby). 6a.m.-5p.m. Weigh in from 12-5p.m., Center for All Seasons, Route 27, Belgrade Lakes. State free fishing day! CASH PRIZES. Rules: Fish must be caught day of derby. Must be legal fish caught in legal waters in State of Maine. Entrant must have valid ticket to enter fish. Cost per Ticket $5. One fish per ticket. No frozen fish accepted (entry's responsibility). No entries accepted after 5p.m. E.S.T. Judges' decisions are final. Fish Categories: Salmon, Brown Trout, Togue, Pickerel, Pike, Splake. No Bass, Perch or Crappie. Door Prize.
FAMILY FUN DAY, held by the Big Pine Riders SC of Abbot, at the old Whistlestop Restaurant on ITS 85. Poker run, cookout and more. Save the date!
SNOWMOBILE RALLY, hosted by the Denmark Draggers SC. Poker run, food, beverages, raffles.
ANNUAL ICE FISHING DERBY, held by the Nequasset Trailbreakers at Nequasset Lake, Woolwich.
SNACK SHACK, run by the Standish Sno-Seekers at Johnson Field, Standish will be open from noon to 4p.m.
PUBLIC BREAKFAST, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 7:30-11a.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road. (Sundays, 1/3-2/28, regardless of snowmobile conditions.)
CLUB RIDE, Solon Snow Hawks SC. Meet at Connector Trail in Solon at 9a.m.
February 16
MEETING/POTLUCK, Cobbosseecontee SC at clubhouse, Spears Corner Road, West Gardiner. Potluck 6:30p.m., meeting 7p.m.
MEETING, Pleasant Ridge Riders SC of Caswell. 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
February 17
MEETING, Saco Pathfinders, 7p.m. at the clubhouse, Heath Road, Saco. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Penobscot SC of Hermon, Potluck begins at 6p.m. at the clubhouse, meeting follows. www.sledhermon.net.
MEETING, Moonlite Sno-Skimmers (Cumberland -North Yarmouth). 7p.m. at Toddy Brook, North Yarmouth.
February 18
FAMILY FUN DAY, hosted by the Greenville ITS Groomers. Free. Starting at 10a.m., Katahdin parking lot, Moosehead Marine Museum. Horse drawn wagon rides, face painting, clowns, juggler, balloon sculptures, fireworks. http://greenvilleitsgrooming.com.
TAKE A FRIEND SNOWMOBILING RIDE, hosted by the Rangeley Lakes SC. Starts at 9a.m. from Oquossoc Marine, Oquossoc. Free, guided snowmobile ride aimed at new or less experienced operators. (If there is interest, a faster paced ride will be offered as well). Weather permitting, the rides will include a trailside cookout. For more details or reservations, call Mac Dudley 207-864-5919 or Lori Weaver 207-670-5505.
February 20
ONE LUNGER VINTAGE SNOWMOBILE RACE, held by the Turner Ridge Riders SC. 8a.m.-4p.m. Intersection Rte. 117, N. Parish Rd and Upper St. www.turnerridgeriders.com, 207-225-2729.
POKER RUN, SUPPER, held by the Andy Valley Sno Gypsies of Auburn, starting at Lost Valley Ski Area at noon, and ending at Lost Valley with prizes and awards. Chicken Pot Pie Supper to follow the poker run at 5p.m. Come and enjoy the fun and games. For info call Mary at 207-784-5691, www.andyvalleysnogypsies.com.
POKER RALLY, held by the Kezar Trailbreakers of Lovell. Register at Brandon Gregor Marine, off Route 5 in Lovell, next door to Wicked Good Store. Events start at 8a.m. 50/50, raffle. Hot food: burgers, hot dogs, chili, drinks, desserts.
LANDOWNER APPRECIATION/SPAGHETTI & OYSTER STEW SUPPER, Held by the Windy Valleys SC of Newry, 5p.m., Bear River Grange Hall. Preceded by the HERB KITTREDGE MEMORIAL RIDE, departs 9:30a.m. from Bear River Grange Hall, arrives back in time for supper.
ICE WARS DRAG RACES, held by the Wassookeag SC of Dexter. www.wassookeagsnowmobileclub.com
WINTERFEST, Hosted by the Bulldog Summit Riders, at Bulldog Camps on Enchanted Pond. Radar runs, Chicken BBQ, plane rides.
SLIDING PARTY ON GILMORE HILL, Hosted by the Sno Wanderers SC of Kingfield. Begins at 2p.m. Slide down Gilmore Hill, and club members will give rides back to the top! Cookies and hot chocolate served.
POKER RALLY, hosted by the Burnt Meadow SC. Registration 9a.m.-12p.m., raffle drawings by 3:30p.m. at the Brownfield Community Center, 90 Main Street, Brownfield. FMI: 207-935-2756 or visit www.burntmeadowsc.com.
ANNUAL POKER RUN, held by the Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman. Registration begins at 9a.m. at the clubhouse.
ANNUAL POKER RUN, Held by the Linneus Sno Sports, at the clubhouse. Registration begins at 8:30a.m.
CHARITY SNOWMOBILE RIDE - To benefit ÔNeighbors Supporting Neighbors' (local food pantry). $20 donation or $25 for family of riders. Donation includes a meal for each rider and prizes. Ride starts at Penobscot SC, Bog Road, Hermon. FMI: Carol 207-299-5186.
SNOWMOBILE RIDE IN, hosted by the Norridgewock Sportsmen Association, starting at 10a.m., Oosoola Commons parking lot (across from Oosoola Store). Bonfire, food, drinks, 50/50 raffle, socializing. Snowmobile trail and road access. All are welcome. Come have some fun, meet club reps and check out the grooming equipment. (Donations appreciated, but not necessary.)
PUBLIC TURKEY PIE SUPPER, Held by the Abnaki Sno Riders of Madison, 4:30-6:30p.m. at the clubhouse on Route 201 (between the Golf Course Road and Thurston Hill Road-Route 43). $8 per person, under 6 years old-free.
DANCE, held by the Night Drifters SC of Detroit. Band: 'Desperado'.
PROGRESSIVE SUPPER, Chapman Ridge Runners, meet at Dan and Cherrie's at 3:30p.m. for appetizers. Members will be mailed a postcard with details.
PROGRESSIVE DINNER (by sled) held by the Ebeemee SC (Brownville-Ebeemee Twp), beginning at 5p.m. at Russell's Bear Hovel, 717 Ebeemee Lake Road. Contact Ethel Ann Russell for details (207-965-7892)
POTLUCK DINNER, Smoki Haulers SC, 5:30p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. 6p.m. at the clubhouse.
February 20, 21
11th ANNUAL SNO-CROSS RACES, sponsored by the Lincoln Snowhounds SC, at the clubhouse, Town Farm Road (off Route 2) in Lincoln. Races begin 11a.m.; registration 8-10a.m. Lunch available at the clubhouse. FMI: Kevin Steward (technical info) at 207-794-1037, email; Alan Smith (general info) 207-794-2104, email
WINTERFEST, Winter Transportation Festival, at the Owls Head Transportation Museum (off Route 73 in Owls Head, 2 miles south of Rockland). Gates open 9:30a.m. Special admission discount for MSA members., visitors under 18 get in free. Antique snow vehicle parade, take a ride in a 1926 Ford Model T snowmobile, see 1914 steam powered Lombard log hauler in action! Children's activities. Exhibit your antique or vintage snowmobile, snowplow, ice boat, sleigh, sled or toboggan - exhibitors get in free. FMI: 207-594-4418, www.owlshead.org.
SNO-FEST, hosted by the North Augusta Trailblazers at the clubhouse on Burns Road. Saturday: Events begin at 9a.m. Box sled races, inner tube races, sack races, more. Sunday: Events begin 10a.m. Slalom sled race for all ages, all classes. www.freewebs.com/northaugustatrailblazers.
STANDISH WINTER CARNIVAL, Visit with the Standish Sno-Seekers SC.
February 20 or 21
CLUB RIDE, Benedicta Snowgang members, destination TBA. (Call Jim Splan for details.)
February 21
ANNUAL PUBLIC BREAKFAST, Held by the Sno Wanderers SC from 8-10a.m. at the Kingfield Elementary School. Adults $6, kids $3, (ages 6 and under free). 50/50 raffle.
RIDE-IN PIG ROAST, WINTER CARNIVAL, held at the Mercer Community Center, starting at noon. Ride in or drive in. Trail access and parking for snowmobiles at the Center.
POKER RUN, starts at 1p.m. at the Mercer Community Center, Route 2 in Mercer (4 miles from New Sharon or Norridgewock). Lots of parking, great riding. Email for the GPS log of the Mercer trail system.
SNOWBLAST FUN DAY, hosted by the Cobbosseecontee SC of West Gardiner, 11a.m.-3p.m. at Crowell's field, off Spears Corner Road. Open to the public; watch for signage on the trails.
TRAIL SAFETY CHECK, Held by the Glenburn Lakeside Riders, at Village Variety.
SNACK SHACK, run by the Standish Sno-Seekers at Johnson Field, Standish will be open from noon to 4p.m.
PUBLIC BREAKFAST, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 7:30-11a.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road. (Sundays, 1/3-2/28, regardless of snowmobile conditions.)
CLUB RIDE, Anson-North Anson SC, to the Kingfield Sno Wanderers annual breakfast.
February 23
MEETING/POTLUCK, Caribou SC, at the Caribou Rec Center.
CLUB BoD MEETING, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse.
February 24
MEETING, Sidney Trail Riders, 7p.m. at clubhouse, 17 Harold Drive, Sidney.
February 25
MEETING, Belfast Area Snow Packers, 7p.m. at the Belfast Fire Department.
February 26
CLUB NIGHT RIDE, COOKOUT, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. Meet 6p.m. at the clubhouse. Bring cookout food.
February 27
DOWNEAST SNOW RIDE with ANDY SANTERRE, hosted by the Narraguagus SC and Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center. Ride begins 10a.m. in Ellsworth, round trip ride to lunch in Cherryfield. Auction, banquet, meet and greet follow ride at Elks Club, Ellsworth. FMI/tickets: Mike Reisman (email, 207-664-0339) or Narraguagus SC members Velma 207-546-7205 or Nancy 207-483-4426.
WINTERFEST 2010, Hosted by the Standish Sno-Seekers SC, at Johnson Field, Sebago Lake Village. 10a.m.: Snowmobile Safety Check. 10-11:30a.m.: Poker Raffle sign up. Poker Rally begins at 10:30a.m. Lunch available - Hot dogs, hamburgers, baked goods, coffee, hot chocolate, soda. (Event rescheduled from February 6)
FAMILY FUN DAY, hosted by the Snow Valley Sno-Goers SC of Andover. 11a.m.-3p.m. at the clubhouse. Food, bonfire, sledding, events. The Andover Recreation Committee will run snowshoe, cross country ski races.
CLUB DINNER RIDE, Ebeemee SC (Brownville-Ebeemee Twp), to Wildwoods, starting at 3:30. Meet at Darrell Cote's camp.
DINNER ON THE RUN, Ashland SC. Meet at 5p.m. at the Ashland Motor Lodge.
SUPPER ON THE RUN, Portage Lakers SC. Locations TBA. FMI: Beth Hummel 207-435-2327.
PROGRESSIVE SUPPER RIDE, Oxbow-Masardis SC.
CLUB RIDE, Anson-North Anson SC, to Stratton, meet at Carrabec at 9a.m.
February 28
ANNUAL PIG ROAST, Held by the Northern Lites SC. Begins at 12 noon at the Industry Town Hall, Route 43, Industry. Lots of good food!
SNOWMOBILE RIDE-IN BREAKFAST, West Farmington Grange Hall, 7:30-11a.m. All good grange cooking! Trail goes right by the Grange Hall, parking on premises as well as near by. Proceeds benefit Farmington Grange Building Fund. FMI: 207-778-6968.
FUN DAY, Benedicta Snowgang, 12:30p.m. at Phil and Sue Knowles.
OPEN HOUSE, held by the Presque Isle SC for club members and the community to see the new clubhouse. www.presqueislesnowmobileclub.com.
CLUB COOKOUT, Glenburn Lakeside Riders, 12p.m. at the railroad crossing intersection on Lancaster Brook Road.
MYSTERY RIDE, held by the Valley Riders SC of Bingham-Moscow. Meet at 9a.m. at the Kennebec Service Center Partners. All are welcome.
PUBLIC BREAKFAST, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 7:30-11a.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road. (Sundays, 1/3-2/28, regardless of snowmobile conditions.)
CLUB RIDE, Solon Snow Hawks SC. Meet at Solon Dam 9a.m. Ride to the pig roast in Industry.
CLUB RIDE, Anson-North Anson SC, to the Northern Lites SC Pig Roast in Industry.
SNACK SHACK, run by the Standish Sno-Seekers at Johnson Field, Standish will be open from noon to 4p.m.
March 1
MEETING/POTLUCK, Solon Snow Hawks, Solon Fire Station. Potluck 6p.m., meeting 7p.m.
CLUB BoD MEETING, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road.
March 2
MEETING/POTLUCK, Norway Trackers SC at Norway Town Hall. Potluck starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by the business meeting. FMI www.norwaytrackers.com
MEETING, Benedicta Snowgang, 6:30p.m. at St. Benedict's Parish Center, Benedicta.
MEETING, Cobbosseecontee SC, 7p.m. at clubhouse, Spears Corner Road, West Gardiner.
March 3
MEETING, Moonlite Sno-Skimmers (Cumberland -North Yarmouth). 7p.m. at Toddy Brook, North Yarmouth.
MEETING, Penobscot SC of Hermon, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse. www.sledhermon.net.
MEETING, Snow Valley Sno-Goers of Andover, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Pine Tree SC of Milford, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse, Outer Call Road. Election of officers.
MEETING, Saco Pathfinders, 7p.m. at the clubhouse, Heath Road, Saco. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
March 4
CLUB BoD MEETING, Linneus Sno Sports, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
March 5
SPAGHETTI SUPPER, Held by the Big Valley Sno-Club of Island Falls, at the clubhouse.
MEETING, Portage Lakers SC, 6:30p.m., Dean's Motor Lodge, Portage.
March 6
LOG DRIVERS COOKOUT, Held by the Big Valley Sno-Club of Island Falls, at the clubhouse. FMI: 207-463-2656.
5th ANNUAL WINTERFEST, held by the Gray Snow Wolves on Crystal Lake in Gray. Family Fun Ride, fishing derby, radar run, food - Fun for all! Fishing derby registration at St. Gregory's Church. FMI: www.graysnowolves.com or contact: Brad Shelley, email.
CLUB RIDE, Windham Drifters SC, to the Gray Sno-Wolves Winterfest. Meet at the club shed behind Richardson's on Route 302. Time TBD. FMI: Deb Vargo 207-892-8251, Susan Johnston 207-310-1756.
HOT DOG ROAST, Held by the Caribou SC, at Axel Siding.
POKER RALLY held by the Harrison Friendly Riders SC. A fun day of riding. Map of the course available prior to the rally. Five stops - poker sheets available at the Caswell House, Old Mill Tavern or any of the designated spots. FMI: www.HarrisonFriendlyRiders.net.
PUBLIC SUPPER, Held by the Narraguagus SC, at their clubhouse on the Ridge Road in Cherryfield, starting at 5:30p.m.
PROGRESSIVE SUPPER, Held by the Benedicta Snowgang. Details TBA.
CAN-AM CROWN SLED DOG RACE BEGINS, Fort Kent. FMI: http://can-am.sjv.net.
PUBLIC SUPPER, held by the Nightdrifters SC of Detroit to benefit softball player Jordan Kennedy's trip to Holland. Serving from 4-6p.m., at the clubhouse.
CLUB RIDE, Solon Snow Hawks SC. Meet at Griswold's 10a.m. TBA.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman, at the clubhouse. Potluck 5p.m., meeting 6p.m.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Sidney Trail Riders, 6p.m. at clubhouse, 17 Harold Drive, Sidney.
March 6, 7
SNOWMOBILE RACING WEEKEND, at the East Branch Sno Rovers clubhouse in East Millinocket. 3/6: Radar Run and 'test and tune'. 3/7: Drag Racing. MSDRA rules, classes. FMI: www.eastbranchsnorovers.com, www.maineice.com.
March 7
ANTIQUE SLED SHOW, RIDE/PUBLIC BREAKFAST held by the Fort Halifax Snowdrifters of Winslow, at the Pointe Afta. Antique, vintage show 8-11a.m., followed by ride. Breakfast buffet, all you can eat. Adults $8, children under 10 $4. Scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes and syrup, sausage, OJ, coffee, toast.
MEETING, Sno Wanderers SC of Kingfield, 6p.m. at Webster Hall.
March 8
DESSERT NIGHT, MEETING, Ashland SC. 7p.m. at the Rec Center.
MEETING, Windham Drifters SC, 7p.m., Windham Town Hall. FMI: Garnett Johnston 207-310-1692.
MEETING, Smoki Haulers SC, 7p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield. Nomination of officers.
March 9
MEETING/SUPPER, Caribou SC, at the Caribou Rec Center. Election of officers. Meal: Beef stew.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Oxbow-Masardis SC, 6:30p.m., Oxbow Lodge.
CLUB BoD MEETING, Chapman Ridge Runners, 6:30p.m., at the groomer barn.
March 10
MEETING, Family SC of Bucksport, 6:30p.m. at the Bucksmills Rod and Gun Club. www.familysnowmobileclub.com.
MEETING, Sidney Trail Riders, 7p.m. at clubhouse, 17 Harold Drive, Sidney.
March 11
MEETING, Central Aroostook SC, 6:30p.m., 81 West Ridge Road, Mars Hill.
March 12
MEETING/BoD MEETING, Nordic Lakers. Upstairs at the Eureka Hall, Stockholm. BoD meets 6p.m.; Club Annual Business Meeting at 7p.m.
March 13
CLUB RIDE, Oxbow-Masardis SC, to the Blue Moose Restaurant for lunch. Meet at the groomer shed at 9a.m.
CLUB RIDE, Bog Hooters SC of Mechanic Falls. Details on club Facebook, MySpace pages or email.
MEETING/POTLUCK/BINGO NIGHT Chapman Ridge Runners, 6p.m., Mapleton Fire Department. www.crrsc.org.
MONTHLY MEETING, held by the Ebeemee SC (Brownville-Ebeemee Twp), 5p.m., at Russell's Bear Hovel, followed by St. Patrick's Day Dinner.
CLUB SUPPER/MEETING, Linneus Sno Sports, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse. Election of officers.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. 6p.m. at the clubhouse.
CLUB DINNER, MEETING, Rangeley Lakes SC, starting at 5:30p.m. in the meeting hall of the Episcopal Church, Main Street, Rangeley. Election of officers and Board of Directors. Call Sandi for reservations 207-864-2775.
MEETING, Embden Travelers SC, 7p.m. at the Embden School. Election of officers. FMI: Nancy McLean 207-635-2857.
March 14
CLUB RIDE, COOKOUT, held by the Valley Riders SC of Bingham-Moscow.
HOT DOG ROAST, Members Central Aroostook SC (Mars Hill, Blaine) 11a.m.-2p.m. at Harvard Townsend's camp.
March 16
2011 SNOWMOBILE SNEAK PEEK TOUR - One night, one location, four manufacturers. 4-9p.m., Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta. Free admission! Be the first to see the 2011 snowmobiles from Arctic Cat, Polaris, Ski-Doo and Yamaha at the 2011 Manufacturers' Sneak Peek. Don't miss it!
MEETING/POTLUCK, Cobbosseecontee SC at clubhouse, Spears Corner Road, West Gardiner. Potluck 6:30p.m., meeting 7p.m.
MEETING, Windham Drifters Junior Club, 6:30p.m. Windham High School cafeteria. FMI: Linda Berry, 207-892-8348.
MEETING, Pleasant Ridge Riders of Caswell, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
March 17
MEETING/POTLUCK, Penobscot SC of Hermon, Potluck begins at 6p.m. at the clubhouse, meeting follows. www.sledhermon.net.
MEETING, Moonlite Sno-Skimmers (Cumberland -North Yarmouth). 7p.m. at Toddy Brook, North Yarmouth.
MEETING, Saco Pathfinders, 7p.m. at the clubhouse, Heath Road, Saco. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
March 18
MEETING, Belfast Area Snow Packers, 7p.m. at the Belfast Fire Department.
March 20
ANNUAL AUCTION, held by the Ashland SC, 7p.m. at the Ashland Motor Lodge.
GOLF TOURNAMENT, COOKOUT, Benedicta Snowgang.
DANCE, held by the Night Drifters SC of Detroit at the clubhouse. Featuring 'Midnight Rose'.
MAINE 100 CROSS COUNTRY SNOWMOBILE RACE. Pro, semi pro, amateur, age classes. For racer and vendor info call 207-695-4543.
CLUB MYSTERY RIDE, Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman.
POTLUCK DINNER, Smoki Haulers SC, 5:30p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
March 22
BoD MEETING, Windham Drifters SC, 7p.m. East Windham Fire Station. FMI: Garnett Johnston 207-310-1692.
March 23
CLUB BoD MEETING, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse.
March 24
MEETING, Sidney Trail Riders, 7p.m. at clubhouse, 17 Harold Drive, Sidney.
March 27
TURKEY PIE CALENDAR SUPPER, ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY. Annual event hosted by the Smokey's Angels SC of Hartland. Always a sellout - buy your tickets from club members.
PUBLIC SUPPER, Held by the Narraguagus SC, at their clubhouse on the Ridge Road in Cherryfield, starting at 5:30p.m.
HOT DOG ROAST, Held by the Oxbow-Masardis SC.
March 28
PANCAKE BREAKFAST, held by the Anson-North Anson SC at Garret Schenck School from 6:30-9a.m. Menu: pancakes, Luce's maple sugar, home fries, baked beans, bacon or sausage, coffee, juice or hot chocolate.
April 1
CLUB BoD MEETING, Linneus Sno Sports, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
April 2
MEETING/POTLUCK, Portage Lakers SC, 6:30p.m., Dean's Motor Lodge, Portage.
April 3
LANDOWNER SUPPER, held by the New Sharon Snow Riders at the Cape Cod Hill School.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman, at the clubhouse. Potluck 5p.m., meeting 6p.m.
April 4
MEETING, Sno Wanderers SC of Kingfield, 6p.m. at Webster Hall.
April 6
MEETING/POTLUCK, Solon Snow Hawks, Solon Fire Station. Potluck 6p.m., meeting 7p.m. Last meeting of the season.
MEETING, Benedicta Snowgang, 6:30p.m. at St. Benedict's Parish Center, Benedicta.
CLUB BoD MEETING, Chapman Ridge Runners, 6:30p.m., at the groomer barn.
April 7
MEETING, Snow Valley Sno-Goers of Andover, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.
MEETING, Moonlite Sno-Skimmers (Cumberland -North Yarmouth). 7p.m. at Toddy Brook, North Yarmouth.
MEETING, Saco Pathfinders, 7p.m. at the clubhouse, Heath Road, Saco. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
MEETING, Penobscot SC of Hermon, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse. www.sledhermon.net.
April 9
MEETING/PARTY/BoD MEETING, Nordic Lakers. Upstairs at the Eureka Hall, Stockholm. BoD meets 6p.m.; Full Club Meeting and ÔEnd of the Year Party Ôat 7p.m. 50/50 raffle ticket draw.
April 10
CLUB ANNUAL BANQUET, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville.
MUD SEASON DANCE, held by the Fort Halifax Snowdrifters of Winslow. Live band. (More info on Facebook.)
MEETING/PIZZA NIGHT, Chapman Ridge Runners, 6p.m., Mickey and Sue Maynard's. Election of officers. www.crrsc.org.
CLUB SUPPER/MEETING, Linneus Sno Sports, 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse.
April 12
MEETING, Smoki Haulers SC, 7p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield. Election of officers.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Ashland SC, 6:30p.m. at the Rec Center. Nomination of officers.
MEETING, Windham Drifters SC, 7p.m., Windham Town Hall. Officer and director nominations. FMI: Garnett Johnston 207-310-1692.
April 13
MEETING/SUPPER, Caribou SC, at the Caribou Rec Center. Planning for 2011. Meal: Hot dogs and beans.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Oxbow-Masardis SC, 6:30p.m., Oxbow Lodge. Election of officers.
April 17
DANCE, held by the Night Drifters SC of Detroit at the clubhouse. Band: 'Cold Brew'.
April 21
MEETING, Saco Pathfinders, 7p.m. at the clubhouse, Heath Road, Saco. FMI: www.sacopathfinders.net.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Penobscot SC of Hermon, Potluck begins at 6p.m. at the clubhouse, meeting follows. www.sledhermon.net.
April 24
POTLUCK DINNER, Smoki Haulers SC, 5:30p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
April 26
BoD MEETING, Windham Drifters SC, 7p.m. East Windham Fire Station. FMI: Garnett Johnston 207-310-1692.
April 27
CLUB BoD MEETING, Moosehead Riders SC of Greenville. 6:30p.m. at the clubhouse.
May 1
LANDOWNER APPRECIATION SUPPER, held by the Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman, at the clubhouse. Supper at 5p.m. (Not a potluck). Awards follow at 6p.m.
MEETING/POTLUCK, Snow Valley Sno-Goers of Andover, Supper 6p.m., meeting 7p.m.
May 8
MIGHTY MOLUNKUS FAMILY FUN DAY/DUCK RACE, held by the Molunkus Valley Sno-Drifters of Sherman, at the clubhouse. Potluck at 5p.m., club meeting follows.
May 10
MEETING, Ashland SC, 7p.m. at the Rec Center. Election of officers.
MEETING, Windham Drifters SC, 7p.m., Windham Town Hall. Election of officers and directors. FMI: Garnett Johnston 207-310-1692.
MEETING, Smoki Haulers SC, 7p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
May 22
POTLUCK DINNER, Smoki Haulers SC, 5:30p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
June 14
MEETING, Smoki Haulers SC, 7p.m. at the clubhouse in Oakfield.
July 10
PORTAGE SUMMER ROUND UP - Pig Roast and Motorcycle Rodeo. FMI: Tammy Curran 207-227-0449. Portage Lakers SC.
August 7
LANDOWNER APPRECIATION/MEMBERSHIP KICKOFF PIG ROAST, Held by the Oxbow-Masardis SC, 3p.m. at the Oxbow Lodge.
August 14
CLUB PICNIC, Held by the Benedicta Snowgang.