M I N O C Q U A Forest Riders Snowmobile Club A Quarterly Newsletter Issue Number 3 - January 2019 First Annual Cruise For Cancer Ride, A Big Success! Saturday, January 26th was a day that has touched our hearts in many ways. We cannot express our gratitude and our appreciation of the wonderful members of this fine club. The support of the MFR volunteers and the BOD was given freely and willingly and with such joy. This event has surpassed anything we have ever experienced in our lives. Who knew when Ed introduced Debbie to the Northwoods in the winter of 1996 that this community would become more to her than she could ever imagine. The Northwoods Cruise for Cancer started with an idea to give back to the patients and medical community that is now our home. The people we met, in the beginning, were strangers and acquaintances and now have become wonderful friends. One of Debbie's questions while preparing to move to the Northwoods was how she was going to meet people - and the answer came from her health. The Minocqua Forest Rider members were so helpful that it is hard to describe the impact. The enthusiasm and resources to help Ed and myself manage this event has touched us in so many ways. Many individuals were proud to support and attend this event as cancer has touched everyone's family and friends. The local businesses and their awesome support continue to amaze us. The people with their kindness and generosity truly make living here a lot of fun and full of adventure!. Many congratulations and heartfelt comments made Saturday a day we will never forget. We are happy that we took on the challenge to help the cancer patients of the Northwoods. We could not have done this without our awesome team of volunteers. Congratulations to the sponsors, volunteers, riders, and supporting businesses that helped us achieve a wonderful goal with an accomplishment that keeps on giving. The final results are still being tallied, but we can assure you we exceeded our goals. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, God bless all cancer patients and their families and friends! Debbie and Edward Rohowetz January Page "1
Trail Supervisor Report It was great that we had just enough snow on the ground, at the end of December, to get the trails open. Since that time, three major snow producing storms missed us to the south, making it a difficult challenge for our grooming team to keep the trails in great shape. President s Report First of all, I d like to thank the Hazelhurst Pub for hosting our December member meeting. The pizza buffet had a great variety to choose from and tasted delicious! Again this year the Annual Chili Buffet, hosted by Bill Fricke and The Boathouse was a fun and successful event. Club News For their 4th season, Larry and Nancy Schum are at it again, planning those wonderful group rides! This year s destinations have been to Musky Jack s on Pike Lake, Gooch s A-One Bar & Grill in Boulder Junction and The Burnt Bridge Tavern in Conover. Thanks to Trail Supervisors Bob Rynders & Tom Teichmiller and our grooming team for providing our club the best possible trail conditions with limited snow. This year s grooming team members include: Curtis Hupf, J a m e s M c C a f f e r t y, B r u c e LaRose, Al Mathews, George Tamms, Bob Jaskolski, Bill Leinonen, Jim Kendzior, Jon Rippinger, Gregg Lindner, Dave Hermes, Jim Heller, Dave Kasprzyk, Pete Waldvogel, Art Wehnert, Mike Deutscher, Gordon Murray, Scott Sattler, Mike Schlinsog, John Hollander, Jim Bosben, Travis Behnke, Timothy Deschler Jr, Don Cupp, Rick Edwardsen, Chris Kuhl and Doug Holle. Not only did we have our January membership meeting after everybody s belly was full of food, but we also celebrated a birthday! Thanks Bill for donating the chicken & traditional chili, along with the BBQ sliders and all the fixings. Your generosity is very much appreciated by our club. Sad News Two snowmobile deaths have been reported in the greater Minocqua area recently. On January 21 st, in the early morning hours, a 25 year old rode his snowmobile into a closed gate on an unmarked trail. This accident happened within our trail system. On January 26 th, a 44 year old failed to negotiate a corner and rode his snowmobile off the trail and into trees. This happened in the Lake Tomahawk area. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims, family & friends and anyone else affected by this terrible loss. January Page 2
The Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club Proudly Presents A Bratwurst and Hot Dog Party Take a break from your Saturday Ride and join us for a Trig s Brat or Hot Dog and your favorite beverage! Musky Shores Saturday, February 16 th 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM Brat: $4.00 Hot Dog: $3.00 Includes Chips and Condiments A Cash Bar is Available for Your Pleasure Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club SNOWMOBILE RAFFLE DRAWING Are you ready to win a snowmobile? You don t need to be present to win! WHERE: Rustic Pines Pub, Hwy 70 West (North ontrail R) WHEN: Saturday, February 23 TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM A Cash Bar is Available There will be Additional Raffle Opportunities at the Event The Major Drawing Begins at 2:00 PM If you have tickets in your possession and have no intention of buying them for yourself or selling them, please return them to the club. Norwood Pines Supper Club on Highway 70 West is the drop-off location in Minocqua. If you re not in the area, contact Sue Ramirez at (715) 356-4339 for assistance. January Page 3
Mark Your Calendar! Feb 10, 2019 AWSC Snowmobile Snow Show Location: Cruisers Groomer Barn Feb 16, 2019 Brat Party Location: Musky Shores Feb 19, 2019 Board of Directors Meeting Location: Rynders Co. Board Room Feb 19, 2019 General Membership Meeting Location: Musky Shores Feb 23, 2019 Snowmobile Raffle Drawing Location: Rustic Pines Mar 19, 2019 Board of Directors Meeting Location: Rynders Co. Board Room Mar 19, 2019 General Membership Meeting Location: Bitters & Bull May 7, 2019 Membership Appreciation Dinner Location: Norwood Pines Executive Committee Curt Christensen President Art Wehnert Vice President Susie Shanks Secretary Jim Heller Treasurer TomTeichmiller Appointment Board of Directors Bob Rynders Director Tom Teichmiller Director Jerry Larson Director Steve Margitan Director Appointments Becki Nieze Communications Sue Holle Map Production Bob Rynders Trail Supervisor TomTeichmiller Trail Assistant Jon Hollander Equipment Eileen Ryan Social Events Karen Race Sunshine The Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs Proudly Sponsors Celebrate Wisconsin Snowmobiling Snow Show WHERE: WHEN: TIME: Cross Country Cruisers Groomer Barn (Arbor Vitae) Sunday, February 10 th 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Groomer Rides Meet Local Snowmobile Clubs (we have a booth at the show!) Area Vendors Promoting Businesses and Winter Activities Food & Beverages Available for Purchase Club Apparel Eileen Ryan has done a superb job thus far as the Special Events Coordinator. Shortly after her appointment, she organized the Special Events Committee to help plan the details for club events. After meeting several times, the committee has taken on an additional task of purchasing Forest Rider apparel, to be sold at club events and eventually on our website. This is something that has been requested by members over the years and the Board of Directors struggled with finding a solution. Committee representatives attended the January Board meeting and requested $2,000 for funding the project. The Directors unanimously voted to provide $2,500 for this fiscal year. The new gear will be rolled out, on display and available for purchase at our booth at the upcoming Snowmobiling Snow Show. January Page 4
The Forest Riders Wall of Fame The following members have given a donation in addition to their regular club dues Platinum Members ($250. 00 or more) Tamms, George & Gloria Rynders Companies, Inc John Hollander Lakeland Rotary Foundation, Inc Massarelli, Joe & Margie Norwood Pines Supper Club Priesgen, Tony & Rochelle Jay Sanders Ed Marshall Gold Members ($100. 00 to $249. 99 ) Kaczynski, Paul & Amy Weigel, Brennen & Kelly Andersen, Richard & Diane Pivotto, Gary & JoAnn Settles, Tom & Sharon Mapes, David & Lisa Spire/Albrecht, Steve & Marti Pecosky, Dan & Kristy Becker, Robert & Darlene Parr, Jack Lackner, Joseph & Amy Miller, Jim & Karin Murray, Sheila Network for Good Hunt, Keith Merkel, Brad & Allison Lepak, Allen & Maria Monty, Todd & Kristen Jordan, James & Kimberly Silver Members ($50. 00 to $99. 99 ) Hoesly, Dale & Gail Mucks/Johnson, Jeff/Sonja Rosen, Scott & Susan Stansfield, Bill & Molly Ruwe, Mark & Becky Axton, Ted & Vickie Cater, Brian & Jane Hoffman, Donald & Barbara Kragenbrink, Bradley & Barbara Masek, Robert & Carol Saeman, Charles & Barbara Sikora, Daniel & Julie Stoklosa, Michael & Karen Wellentin, Todd & Staci Barth, Mark & Shara Tom & Sharon Petersen Klug, Peggy & Allen Jordan, James & Kimberly Rasmann, Michael & Lori Eaton, Robert & Juliet Johnson, Pete & Patty Pittenger, Dave & Kris Wollenzien, Dennis & Diane Lippoldt, Rita & Don Coalter, Jason & Lesley Bronze Members (up to $49. 99 ) Bilik, John & Lisa Christensen, Curt Hackman, Henry & Deb Kok, Tammy & Gene Marcinkowski, Dean & Lola Radlinger, Scott & Donna Solheid, Dan & Keri Wehnert, Art & Patricia Henke, Bruce & Allison Vissering, Jonah & Sarah Jaskolski, Bob & Peggy Ericson, Dan & Alma Meier, William & Heide Smith, James & Nancy Jasiek, Bonnie & Jeff Newhouse, Douglas & Jennifer Schultz, Mike & Karen Zizzo, John Rogowski, Mike & Gail Blouin, Jim Culler, Paul & Carole Darrow/DeHaven, Rich/Stacy Marciniak/Evens, Alison/Joseph McCafferty, James Schwass/Reynolds, Charles/Carol Spack, Brock & Aimee Teichmiller, Tom & Shannon Ziehmke, Daniel & Ashleigh Wollenzien, Jerry & Joyce Hackman, Henry & Deb Budleski, Eric & Nicole Linzmeier, Marcel & Nancy Eaton, Robert & Juliet As the saying goes, every little bit counts. Well, that couldn t be more true with the additional donations our club members make. $20,450 was raised because of the generosity of the members being recognized above. Thank you for your additional support! Donations are always accepted and appreciated. Curt Christensen January Page 5
Flintrop, Keith & Sharon Linzmeier, Marcel & Nancy Rogne, Gene & Judy Zanski, Diane Zingsheim, Jerry & Judy Andersen, Richard & Diane The Legends We honor our lifetime members Giron, George & Kathy Spire/Albrecht Steve & Marti Nieze, Wes & Becki Deutscher, Mike & Mary Marshall, Ed Welcome to The Club The following people have joined our club as new members Koenen, Bev Naylor, Richard & Linda Race, Dale & Karen Stansfield, Bill & Molly Harkins, Pat & Sharon Wollenzien, Dennis & Diane Solheid, Dan & Keri Masek, Robert & Carol Erickson, Mike Hoesly, Dale & Gail Nelson, Cory Natzke, David Whitman, Mark Chilcote, Thomas Breitrick, Daniel Blakeslee, Steven & Beth Miceli, Joseph Rowlett/Richardson, Timothy/Heather Wiedemeier, Craig & Melissa McCafferty, James Svarc, Dag & Jennifer Schield, Merrill & Pauline Bilik, John & Lisa Checolinski, Keith & Debra Vissering, Jonah & Sarah Mapes, David & Lisa Mathiot, Larry Justman, Jim & Dawn Brennan, Ryan & Carlene Reilly, Anthony & Dawn LaFever, Bob & Margaret Willner, Jim & Heather Barth, Mark & Shara Sattler, Scott & Becky Damrow, Peter & Kiki Spohn, Thomas Renken, Kraig Kaczynski, Paul & Amy Henderson, Patrick & Cathy Wakefield, Gerald & Dana Wimme, Mike & Michele Biedrzycki, David & Angie Griffiths, Edward & Debra Carey, Timothy Saiter, Donald & Roxanne Petersen, Steven & Karen Ryon, Bruce & Christine Anderson, Caleb & Amy Shaffer, Zane Steiner, William & Kimberly Damhoff, David & Dawn Schneider, Jeff & Deborah Hanson, Terry Mertens, Kurt & Kathy Henke, Bruce & Allison Meier, William & Heide Kinsman, Gregory & Michelle Peabody, Mickey & Chelsea Drossart, Gale & Jan Boyd, Terry & Sandy Simes, Gene Brickman, Scott & Cassandra Petersen, Tom & Sharon Cox, Kevin & Anna Chambers, Patrick Kephart, Michael Woodward, Ty Mellin, Michael Schwass & Reynolds, Charles & Carol Griffiths, James Sutherland, Greg Schlinsog, Michael & Linda Thompson, Robert Saindon, Rick & Sherrie Pavelski, Alan & Peggy Kragenbrink, Bradley & Barbara Ziehmke, Daniel & Ashleigh Spankowski, Adam & Kimberly Hannon, Tom & Chris Schnulle, Tony & Kelly Jarstad, Jason Newhouse, Douglas & Jennifer Spack, Brock & Aimee Awe, James & Stacy Smith, James & Nancy Miklaszewski, David & Wendy Bott & Gutierrez, Jack & Adrianna Coalter, Jason & Lesley Nicholson, James & Amy Maier, Brice Baltus, Karl & Kimberly Derby, Jerry Dik, Steven Rasmann, Michael & Lori Roemer, Roger Visit Us In The Cloud Keep up to date about club information between the publication of the newsletters by either finding us on the Internet or liking us on Facebook. Becki Nieze will once again work as our Communications Coordinator. Sue Holle will continue to be keeping you up to date on Facebook. You can Like us on Facebook by typing Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club into the Search box. We want and appreciate your input in regard to our club. If you have any photos, stories, interesting snowmobile facts or comments, please message us and we will share your information with the rest of our friends. Find us on the World Wide Web at: http://www.minocquaforestriders.org. We encourage you to share your snowmobiling experiences by emailing club related pictures, along with captions, to forestriderspictures@gmail.com. January Page "6
Meet our Sponsors While on the trails or lodging and shopping in the area, please patronize these businesses that support our club! Minocqua, Woodruff & Arbor Vitae Area Aberdeen Lodge Off Hwy 51 at Twin Pines Rd (715) 543-8700 See Website for Winter Hours Brandy Lake BP 8729 Highway 51 North (715) 356-9011 Subway 8759 Highway 51 North (715) 356-1112 Inside Walmart (715) 358-3100 Minocqua Brewing Company 238 Lakeshore Drive (715) 356-2600 Minocqua Pizza Company 8023 Highway 51 South (715) 356-5200 Ritchie Lakeland Oil & Propane 8783Hansen Rd 715-356-3245 The Boathouse 305 W. Park Avenue (715) 358-3999 Polecat & Lace Downtown Minocqua (Hwy 51) (715) 356-3335 Rynders Company Inc 10322 WI Hwy 70 West Phone: (715) 356-3600 Minocqua Sport Rentals 9568 Highway 70 (715) 356-4661 Ryden s Marine Minocqua Yamaha 9724 Highway 70 (715) 356-3272 Trig s 9750 Highway 70 West (715) 356-9456 McDonalds Highway 51 and Highway 70 (715) 356-4004 Monical s Pizza Restaurant 360 Highway 51 North (715) 358-9959 PJ s Burger Barn 397 Highway 51 North (715) 356-7655 NAPA Auto Parts Highway 70 (715) 356-5279 AmericInn 8762 Highway 51 North (715) 356-3730 Leisure Rooms With A View 157 US Hwy 51 North (715) 358-5180 Island Collision Center 7661 US Hwy 51 South (715) 358-6111 Best Western Plus Concord Inn 320 Front St (715) 356-1800 Slo s Pub 10599 Big Arbor Vitae Drive (715) 358-3006 The Thirsty Whale 453 Park (715) 356-7108 Albee s Yacht Club South End of Bridge, Highway 51 (715) 356-1366 Minocqua Area Chamber of Commerce Highway 51 South (715) 356-5266 (800) 44-NORTH The Waters of Minocqua 8116 Highway 51 South (877) 992-8377 Island City Lanes & Lounge 8085 Highway 51 South (715) 356-7779 The Beacons of Minocqua 8250 Northern Rd (715) 356-5515 Stingrays Bar and Grill 134 Highway 51 North (715) 356-3097 Hazelhurst Area Tomahawk Jacobi s of Hazelhurst Cedar Fall Rd (715) 356-5591 Whitman s Cocktail Lounge 6930 Hwy 51 (715) 356-3397 The Watering Hole Cantina & Grill 6244 Highway 51 at Highway Y (715) 356-BEER The Hazelhurst Pub 6617 US Hwy 51 S (715) 356-9400 Erv's Sales and Service 1598 N 4th St (715) 453-2824 Tomahawk Sports Center 1693 N 4th St (715) 453-5373 January Page 7
Meet our Sponsors While on the trails or lodging and shopping in the area, please patronize these businesses that support our club! Highway 70 West The Cricket 14465 Hwy 70 West (715) 588-9020 Thompson Excavating & Demolition www.csthompsonexcavating.com (715) 588-2028 Minocqua Winter Park 12375 Scotchman Lake Rd (715) 356-3309 Musky Shores Resort 8329 Schroeder Rd on Squirrel Lake (715) 356-5054 Saunders Insulation shawn@saundersinsulation.com (888) 745-3134 Mosquito Xcape www.mosquitoxcape.com (833) BUG-OFF1 Island City Storage 13519 Hwy 70 West (715) 323-0763 Island City Dray, Inc. F13474 Hwy 70 West (715) 356-3118 County Line Station 11800 Hwy 70 West (715) 358-0591 Rustic Pines Pub 11758 Hwy 70 West (715) 356-0038 Birch Trail Resort 8820 W Squaw Lake Rd (715) 588-1962 Jenz s Lake Placid Inn 1520 County Road F (715) 356-4202 Black Bear Bar and Grill 11045 Hwy 70 West (715) 358-2116 Mama s Supper Club 10486 Hwy 70 West (715) 356-5070 Norwood Pines Supper Club 10171 Hwy 70 West (715) 356-3666 J.R. Rippinger mic6@aol.com (715) 892-7760 Pike Lake & Lac du Flambeau Area Lake of the Torches Casino and Resort Highway 47, Lac du Flambeau 1-888-599-9200 Historic Moose Jaw Resort N 15098 Shady Knoll Road (715) 762-3028 Idle Hour Resort N14516 Shady Knoll Road (715) 762-3872 Harvey s Northernaire Bar & Grill N14492 Shady Knoll Rd (715) 762-4520 Musky Jacks Bar & Grill W640 Hwy 70 W (715) 762-4330 Willow Flowage Area Pier/Willow Area Lake Tomahawk Area The Edge Bar & Grill 5507 County Highway Y (715) 358-8387 Little Rice Resort 4660 County Highway Y (715) 453-3190 Willow Haven Bar & Grill 4877 Haven DR. (715) 453-3807 Willow Wood Lodge 4950 Willow Dam Road (715) 453-4929 Boyle s Resort on Willow Lake 5181 Boyle Road (715) 564-2446 Bucksnort Resort 5129 Boyle Road (715) 564-2262 Kuhl s Reel Em In Resort 4925 Talbot Road (715) 564-2430 Smiley s Pub & Sports Bar 7233 Bradley Street (Hwy. 47) (715) 277-2345 Shamrock Pub & Eatery 7235 Bradley Street (Hwy 47) (715)277-2544 Bitters & Bull 7255 Bradley St (715) 277-2488 Lizzy T s Tamarack Tap 5533 Highway 47 (715) 277-2131 January Page "8
Ride the Best Trails MFR Club Application Complete the Form Please Print Neatly! This is a (check one): Renewal Membership New Membership Applicant s Information: Date of Application: Join the Best Club Member s Full Name: Email Address (provide this to receive Email Newsletters and Club Updates): Significant Other s Name: Address: Street City State Zip Code Cell Phone Number: Home/Other Phone Number: Information About Yourself (optional; to be used by the club in case we re in need of your expertise): Occupation/Expertise or Interests Would you be interested in volunteering to help out the club (check all that apply)? Grooming Trails Trail Maintenance Work at Fundraising Events Leadership Role AWSC Activation: If you re renewing your MFR Club Membership and paying your annual AWSC dues, your AWSC membership becomes active when our club processes your request (a new AWSC Membership request will take up to 48 hours to become active after processing). *** Expect at least 24 hours for your membership request to be processed after we receive this form*** Make your check Payable To: Mail this form along with your check to: Minocqua Forest Riders Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club P.O. Box 1161 Minocqua, WI 54548 Please Participate In Our Fundraising Events And Raffles The above information will not be sold to third party venders January Page 9
Join the Best Club Lifetime Membership Application Complete the Form Please Print Neatly! Ride the Best Trails Section 7 Applicant s Information: Member s Full Name: ARTICLE II - MEMBERSHIP Upon reaching the age of 70, any member with 10 or more years of consecutive active service shall be granted an honorary lifetime membership. Email Address (provide this to receive Email Newsletters and Club Updates): Significant Other s Name: Email Address (if different than the one above): Complete this section only if this information has changed: Address: Street City State Zip Code Cell Phone Number: Home/Other Phone Number: Information About Yourself (optional; to be used by the club in case we re in need of your expertise): Expertise or Interests Would you be interested in volunteering to help out the club (check all that apply)? Grooming Trails Trail Maintenance Work at Fundraising Events Leadership Role Membership Information: Lifetime Membership: $ 00.00 Donation (for equipment and trail maintenance): $ AWSC Membership: $ ( add $10.00) Total: $ Make your check Payable To: Mail this form along with your check to: Minocqua Forest Riders Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club P.O. Box 1161 Minocqua, WI 54548 January Page "10