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BC Snowmobile Federation releases study on the Economic Benefit of Snowmobiling in BC
Keremeos, BC (July 2, 2019) – MNP LLP (“MNP”) was engaged by the BC Snowmobile Federation (“BCSF”) to conduct a study to quantify the contributions that snowmobiling makes to the BC economy. Snowmobiling impacts BC’s economy through the expenditures of snowmobilers, and the operations of snowmobile dealers, snowmobile rental and guiding operators, and snowmobile clubs. The study released today by the BCSF show that this past winter snowmobiling generated 299.2 million dollars and contributed 21.8 million dollars in revenue to the various levels of Government. The study also demonstrated that during the winter months 4,272 jobs are supported by the sport of snowmobiling with the largest benefit being felt in the Thompson Okanagan Region. BC’s abundant snowfall and diverse, often mountainous terrain also make it an attractive tourist destination for snowmobilers from within BC, Washington State, Alberta, and abroad. When snowmobilers take their snowmobiles on vacation the economic benefit to BC is 114.4 million in direct spending. Of course, the majority of this economic benefit was felt in small rural areas, during the winter months, when economic stimulation is needed to keep our BC communities thriving. To read the Full Report Snowmobile Clubs in BC are considered to be the largest operator of trails in BC and are currently managing 187 recreation sites on behalf of the Province. Snowmobile trails in BC are built and maintained by club volunteers and funded through a “user pay” fee structure. BC Snowmobile Clubs are non-profit societies that maintain over 18,000 km of trail and contribute over 16,000 hours of volunteer time annually to maintain our trails. Snowmobile trails are open for everyone to enjoy and snowmobile clubs are working to create a lasting legacy for future generations. The BC Snowmobile Federation is a non-profit society created in 1965 to establish, maintain and protect quality opportunities for organized snowmobiling in BC. The BCSF collectively represents 59 snowmobile clubs and 44,000 riders in the Province of BC. On the ground, our member clubs are non-profit societies maintained by caring volunteers who promote safety, stewardship, and responsible backcountry snowmobile recreation. -
Volunteer Spotlight: Doug Bracket, Nelson Sno-Goers
The BC Snowmobile Federation represents 59 diverse clubs stretching to all corners of the province. Snowmobile clubs are registered not-for-profit societies bound by the BC Societies Act. Each club is led by a Board of Directors, elected by the members to represent their voices and steer the club towards their chosen goals. These boards are as diverse as the geographical regions and members they represent. Tucked away in the far reaches of the Kootenay Rockies along the magical shores of Kootenay Lake, Nelson, BC is an inspirational mecca for foodies, art-goers, music lovers, history buffs and adventure seekers. It can seem an unlikely place for motorized recreation to thrive. But, in this powder-seekers paradise, the Nelson Sno-Goers have found success with a strong local riding scene. In fact, the club holds some of the only agreements with the government of BC that permit overnight use of their sled cabins. We sat down with Doug Bracket, Vice-President of the Nelson Sno-Goers to catch up on how he became involved with the Nelson Sno-Goers club and his role as Vice-President. Q: How did you get involved in sledding? A: I was introduced to snowmobiling in 2003 by my boss and his friend. I bought a Polaris XLT (Purple) with a 700 twin (instead of the stock 680 triple). I remember the suspension was total bagged out and the first day we rode a trail with 15km of whoops and I could barely walk the next day at work. I have a passion for riding snowmobiles and usually get 50-60 days in a season. If I had to pick one sport that I could do, it would be snowmobiling. I dream about a year when I can spend 10 months in winter and ride 100+ days! Q: What led you to transition from rider to club volunteer with the local Nelson Sno-Goers? I was encouraged to join the club by the boss who was the president at the time. Fast forward 10 years and I started actively attending the meetings and volunteering at events. I became president in 2013 or 2014 after I saw a need for leadership and implemented a no BS, no whining approach to the club management. I served as president for 5 years with the mantra: "If you have a complaint or a concern, bring a solution as well". Q: Can you tell us more about your current role and responsibilities with the club? I am currently the VP and my passion is in land access and coordination with other user groups and commercial entities. I also run the monthly meetings when our president is away and help to set club policy. My biggest contribution is in my diplomacy skills and I have worked extensively on multiple land use planning projects in conjunction with Rec Sites and Trails, KMC, and other clubs. My favorite projects are applying for new Section 57 application areas and our ambitious cabin building project at Meadow Mountain. Q: What resources are most needed right now within the Nelson club and how can someone reach out to get involved? Our club has been looking for someone to take on a marketing role for quite some time. We do amazing work for the local snowmobiling community but much of it goes under the radar, sometimes you just need someone who isn't shy about tooting their own horn! Q: What's next? Sledders are a diverse group and I think that we need to come together and recognize our similarities rather than our differences so that we can band together and use our combined voice to further our goals of maintaining land access. Thanks Doug for everything you do for the Nelson Sno-Goers Club and the sport of sledding in BC. You can also catch Doug in the latest LetsRideBC video featuring the Sno-Goers and some incredible Nelson riding imagery Click HERE to watch. -
2022 Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Fund Recipients Announced
The BC Snowmobile Federation, in conjunction with Recreation Sites and Trails BC, ATVBC, and the BC Off Road Motorcycle Association, are please to announce the recipients of the 2022 ORV Trail Fund. Established in 2017, the Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Fund is funded from a portion of vehicle registration fees collected by ICBC. The fund’s goal is to enhance off-road vehicle trails, providing both B.C. residents and visitors with a quality outdoor recreation experience. Motorized recreation clubs can apply for two funding categories: The construction and maintenance of ORV trails The support and promotion of safe and responsible ORV use. This year, the funding will provide a total of $172, 295 towards motorized recreation projects in the province as follows: Construction & Maintenance of ORV Trails Fraser Valley Dirt Riders Association (FVDRA) FVDRA Trailhead Improvements - Learner Loop and Campground $14,634 Revelstoke ATV Club Sproat Lookout $7,000 Valemount and Area Recreation Development Associatin (VARDA) Canoe Mountain ATV and Snowmobile Trail Brushing $8,000 Blue River Powder Packer's Society Trail Maintenance Brushing Activities $2,100 Coquihalla Summit Snowmobile Club Major trail repair after 2021 flood events $17,300 Tabor Mountain Recreation Society (TMRS) Brushing Martin Trail $2,938 Burns Lake Snowmobile Club Nellian Lake Trail Maintenance $6,400 Merritt Snowmobile Club Prospect and Thynne Mountain Snowmobile trail Brushing and Clearing. $7,560 Hunters Range Snowmobile Association Trail Collect Hut Replacement $17,567 Powder Mountain Snowmobile & Outdoor Recreation Club Trail Maintenance & Brushing Activities $20,000 Promotion of Safe & Responsible ORV Use Fraser Valley Dirt Riders Association (FVDRA) FVDRA Signage & Safety Improvements $6,532 Prince George Off Road Motorcycle Association PGOROMA education, responsibility, safety, wildfire-safety & environmental awareness signage $3,000 British Columbia Snowmobile Federation CPSP - Provincial Safety Program $16,500 Blue River Powder Packer's Society Way finding, Environment Stewardship Awareness, Membership Promotion $6,430 ATVBC Quad Riders ATV Association of British Columbia CPSP - Provincial Safety Program $16,667 BC Off-Road Motorcycle Association BCORMA ORM Trails and New(er) Rider Safety Education $16,667 Powder Mountain Snowmobile & Outdoor Recreation Club Grizzly Lake Safety Cache Construction $10,000 Congratulations to all the recipients - we look forward to watching you complete these public recreation projects over the next year. -
BCSF Excellence Awards 2021 & 2022
On April 30th, 2022 the British Columbia snowmobile community gathered in Kamloops, BC for the BC Snowmobile Federation Annual Excellence Awards ceremony. The event recognizes exceptional contributions made over the past year from riders, businesses, and snowmobile clubs who have enhanced the sport. "On behalf of the BCSF, it is with great honor and respect that I welcome you to the annual Excellence Awards Gala. We are pleased to gather here in celebration of all the incredible volunteers and businesses across the province who contribute to the tapestry of our industry. Together, we create vibrant and meaningful recreation opportunities, help build the provincial economy, and through our generous gift of volunteering, proudly define what it means to be a snowmobiler in one of the most sought after riding destinations in the world." said BCSF President Peter Doyle. WIth the COVID-19 Pandemic putting a hold on in person events last season, awards were handed out for both the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 in the following categories: Youth of the Year Youth of the Year is awarded to someone under the age of 18 who has demonstrated participation and dedication to the continued growth of snowmobiling as a family-based leisure activity. Carter Kosik, Salmon Arm Snowblazers (2020-2021) Paisley Evans, Hunter's Range Snowmobile Club (2021-2022) Groomer of the Year Groomer of the Year is awarded to a groomer operator, groomer maintenance, grooming program organizer or grooming fundraiser. This award is designed specifically for an individual that has given an exemplary effort in maintaining a local grooming program. Dennis Cole, Black Tusk Snowmobile Club (2020-2021) Simon Rizzardo, Merritt Snowmobile Club (2021-2022) Family of the Year Family of the Year is awarded to a family who has distinguished themselves in the following areas: volunteerism, leadership, safety, the environment, promotion of responsible snowmobiling and development and community outreach. Voyer Family, Salmon Arm Snowblazers (2020-2021) Buettner Family, Eagle Valley Snowmobile Club (2021-2022) Dealer of the Year Dealer of the Year recognizes a business for their exceptional customer and after-sales service, superior technical knowledge, superlative efforts to promote the sport, and strong ties to their local snowmobile clubs and community. Cycle North Powersports, Prince George, BC (2020-2021) M & M Performance, Kelowna, BC (2021-2022) Tourism Promotion & Development The Tourism Promotion & Development Award recognizes a tourism operator, or not-for-profit agency, association or organization, which has shown outstanding innovation and achievement in the development and implementation of a snowmobile tourism program or original initiative that, has resulted in positive media recognition or increased participation from snowmobilers and/or non-snowmobilers. The net result is to have been a contribution to increasing the image and exposure of snowmobiling and the growth of the sport in that area, region, or community. In so doing, the recipient must have demonstrated a willingness to work closely with members of the organized snowmobiling community. Tourism Fernie & The Regional District of the East Kootenays, Fernie, BC (2021-2022) Snowmobiler of the Year The Snowmobiler of the Year award is presented to an individual who has shown an extraordinary level of dedication to improving the sport of snowmobiling in BC and who exemplifies the high standards and selflessness that Pat Whiteway maintained during his lifetime. The award is meant to be the highest award available to a BC snowmobiler. The recipient must have been involved in organized snowmobiling for most of their adult life or their impact on the sport in BC so significant that time involved could not be overlooked. Clint Ingham, Vernon Snowmobile Club (2020-2021) Kyra Evans, Hunter's Range Snowmobile Club (2021-2022) Snowmobile Club of the Year Snowmobile Club of the Year is awarded to a club that has shown outstanding achievement in the development and implementation of a program, original initiative or event, and which will have been deemed a success by snowmobilers and/or non-snowmobilers, and from which media recognition or financial benefits have contributed to increasing the image and exposure of snowmobiling and the growth of the sport in that area, region, or province. Hunter's Range Snowmobile Club (2020-2021) Kelowna Snowmobile Club (2021-2022) President's Award The BCSF President's Award is presented to an organization or individual who has demonstrated a notable contribution to the sport of snowmobiling which cannot be overlooked. The recipient has shown widespread leadership and exemplary involvement that the BCSF President wishes to call special attention to with this distinctive award. Clemence Sampson, Kamloops Snowmobile Club (2020-2021) Brock Hoyer, Williams Lake Powder Kings (2021-2022) Long Service Award BCSF Long Service Awards celebrates the long term commitment and loyalty of our volunteer board members who have contributed to the success of our organization and the sport of snowmobiling. Pam Cole - 7 Years as BCSF Secretary (2021-2022) Lifetime Membership Award A Lifetime Membership is the highest honour the BCSF can bestow on an individual and recognizes a lifetime commitment of outstanding individual service to the BC Snowmobile Federation and the sport of snowmobiling in BC. Donna Barnett Thank you Volunteers, Clubs, and Businesses for the incredible last two years!