Two men escaped serious harm when their snowmobiles collided on Trail 20 in Pittsburg this weekend ~ Photo courtesy of C.O. Christopher J. Egan
PITTSBURG, NH – Two men were lucky to escape injuries after their snowmobiles collided on Trail 20 in the area of Murphy Dam in Pittsburg on Sunday morning.
Just after 10 AM, Conservation Officer Chris Egan came upon the collision while patrolling trails on his snowmobile. “The crash had occurred just seconds prior to my arrival on the scene”, Egan stated. “I came through the Murphy Dam junction and observed two stationary sleds connected together and a man lying in the trail”.
After radioing for emergency personnel to respond, Egan identified the operators, neither of which appeared to be suffering from serious injuries. Personnel from Pittsburg Fire Department, Pittsburg Police Department and 45th Parallel EMS responded to the scene.
An Investigation determined that a snowmobile operated by 52-year-old David Lawton, of West Stewartstown, had rear-ended a snowmobile operated by 53-year-old Patrick Bennett, of North Stratford. The impact ejected Bennett from his machine.
The two men had been riding in the same group, along with several other local friends at the time of the crash, and both refused medical treatment. Both of the involved snowmobiles sustained moderate damage.
Lawton was cited for operating at a speed greater than reasonable and prudent for the existing conditions, with a collision resulting. Alcohol impairment was not a factor in the crash.
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2002 U.S. Olympic Snowboarder Peter Thorndike visited King Pine earlier this week with his family. ~ Photo Courtesy of Thomas Prindle
MADISON, NH — As the 2018 Winter Olympics get set to begin and attention focuses on top elite U.S. athletes competing among the best of the world, Peter Thorndike a member of the 2002 U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team was enjoying a sunny Monday skiing and snowboarding with his family at King Pine.
“We’re here regularly on Mondays,” said Peter Thorndike, a former U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team member comprised of 7 men and 7 women selected to compete in the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. “We homeschool our children and they are at a young age and level that works for us well here at King Pine.”
Now living in Center Harbor with his wife Laura and their children Elsa and Pierce, Peter said it was a friend of his who similarly homeschool their children that suggested they participate in the King Pine Pioneer Race Series, a weekly race league that welcomes all ages and skill levels. “It’s less about racing for us,” admitted Peter. “We found it to be a very affordable way for us to regularly get out with our kids. It’s a relaxed day for us arriving late morning and making runs before lunch and some more after lunch.”
Thorndike is still involved with USASA as a clinic instructor that will often have him travel out West and he also runs a snowboard camp annually at a larger New Hampshire ski area.
“We feel fortunate to have access to such a family friendly and affordable ski area with such varied terrain and friendly staff. We really enjoy the laid back attitude and feel safe bringing our young kids to the mountain. King Pine is where I competed in one of my first snowboard races back in the early nineties and my wife Laura too was introduced to King Pine at a young age when she would come over with a Sandwich School Recreation program. It was certainly a long, winding and rewarding road for me with various academies, teams and international competitions to become part of the 2002 U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team and compete at Park City, but I’m happy to be spending time again back at King Pine now with our kids as they learn to ski.”
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CONCORD, NH (AP) – The New Hampshire House has voted to send a bill that would reauthorize the state’s version of Medicaid expansion for further study, giving it an uncertain future.
This bill would have reauthorized the New Hampshire Health Protection Program, the state’s program that provides health insurance coverage for over 50,000 low-income adults who do not qualify for Medicaid. If not reauthorized, the program will end on Dec. 31.
The House on Thursday agreed with a committee recommendation that more work is required to create a program that taxpayers can support. A commission studying the future of New Hampshire’s expanded Medicaid program recommended last year it continue for five years, but move toward a fully managed care model in 2019.
The commission said switching to managed care would provide more straight-forward opportunities to address premium increases in the individual market and consistent benefits for all Medicaid participants.
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Campton, NH – February 7, 2018 The White Mountain National Forest (WMNF) and Arts Alliance of Northern NH invite interested artists in all media to apply for the 2018 WMNF artist in residency program, a celebration of the connections between forest, landscape and culture. The deadline for applications is March 20, 2018.
The program offers professional and emerging artists in all disciplines from around the country — visual and performing artists, craftspeople, writers, composers, eco artists and media artists — an opportunity to pursue their particular art form while being inspired by the surrounding forest and, on several occasions, sharing their work and their artistic process with members of the public. The goal of the residency program is to use art and creative expression to explore the many ways in which people relate to forests — and to the White Mountain National Forest in particular. This year’s artist in residence will be part of the 2018 celebration of the Forest’s Centennial.
One artist residency of at least three weeks will be offered between mid-July and September. The artist will be provided accommodations on or near the forest as well as limited reimbursement of travel expenses and the cost of supplies and materials. Friends of Mead Base have provided housing to several artists in the past. Public programs may include demonstrations, talks, exploratory walks or hikes, or performances, based on the medium, interest and experience of the artist.
“All of our selected artists so far have really connected with the forest – as well as with the local community and with Forest Service personnel,” says Frumie Selchen, Executive Director of the Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire, a nonprofit working to promote, support and sustain cultural life throughout northern New Hampshire.
Clare Mendelsohn, WMNF Forest Supervisor commented, “There’s a sense of expectation and excitement about each new artist, and the ways in which he or she will help us see and understand our landscape, and the incredible resources the forest offers. This year’s Centennial celebration makes the opportunities even more exciting.”
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WATERVILLE VALLEY, N.H. (AP) — The World Pro Ski Tour is getting ready to kick off its 2018 winter season.
The first event will be Friday and Saturday at Waterville Valley Resort in New Hampshire, followed by events in March in Aspen, Colorado, and at Sunday River ski resort in Newry, Maine.
All three events will be televised on CBS.
The World Pro Ski Tour relaunched last year with a single event at Sunday River.
It served for decades as the only made-for-TV ski racing event with cash prizes and national sponsors. Ed Rogers created the style of competition in which skiers race against each other instead of individuals racing against the clock.
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SAU 3, Berlin – Early Release Middle School 11:30 AM , High School 11:55 AM, Hillside 12:00 PM, Brown 12:30 PM.
SAU 9, Conway – Early Release Middle & High School 11:20 AM, Elementary School 12:30 PM
MSAD 61, Bridgton –Early Release Middle School & High School 10:30 AM, Elementary School 11:30 AM
White Mountain Waldorf School – Early Release At Noon, No After Care
Cancellations
Schools
SAU 13 Freedom, Madison, Tamworth – Cancelled
SAU 49, Wolfeboro, Ossipee – Cancelled
Children Unlimited – Closing At 1PM
Robert Frost Charter School – Cancelled
Businesses & Organizations
American Legion – No Square Dancing
Carroll County Adult Education – No Day Or Night Classes
Conway Public Library – Closing at 3PM
Cook Memorial Library – Closing at 1pm
Creative Soul Dance Studio – Closed
Fryeburg Dinner Bell – Cancelled
Gibson Center – Closed, No Meals on Wheels
Head Injury Support Meeting – Cancelled
Jackson Public Library – Anjali Rose “Life by Design” presentation postponed to Tuesday February 20th.
Jeanne Limmer Dance Company – All Classes Cancelled
Mountain Top Music – Closed
North Conway Community Center – Closing at 3PM
North Conway Library – Closed
Ossipee Concerned Citizens – No Meals On Wheels
Tina Titzer School of Dance – All Classes Cancelled
White Mountain Community Health Center – Closing At 1PM
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The Humane Society of the United States works with the Wolfeboro Police Dept. to rescue approximately 70 Great Danes from a suspected puppy mill on Friday, June 16, 2017, in Wolfeboro, N.H. Photo courtesy of ~ Meredith Lee,The HSUS
CONCORD, NH (AP)- Supporters of a bill aimed at preventing animal cruelty and sparing towns from spending a fortune on seized animals say it will protect both animals and taxpayers. But opponents worry it will harm hobby breeders and violate defendants’ rights to due process.
Republican Sen. Jeb Bradley sponsored the bill after a breeder in his hometown of Wolfeboro was accused of keeping dozens of Great Danes in filthy conditions last year. Among other things, it would allow a judge to determine the reasonable cost for caring for seized animals. If a defendant doesn’t pay, the animals can be adopted rather than being held as evidence.
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Hampshire opposed that provision, saying it would allow animals to be forfeited without any finding that animal cruelty has occurred.
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CAMPTON, NH – A Campton home dating back to the 1800 was ravaged by fire last night. According to Campton-Thorton Fire Rescue they were called to a structure fire at a home on route 175 near Hogback Road at around 7:40 last night.
Authorities said that the residents were awoken up by their smoke detectors to discover that their attic was on fire. They were able to escape the home uninjured.
When crews arrived the fire was quickly raised to a second alarm bringing in crews from as far away as Wentworth, Meredith and Bristol. Center Harbor provided a cover engine to Campton.
According to the Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue they used a deck gun attached to one of the fire trucks to knock down a substantial amount of fire. A crew on the inside began aggressively attacking the fire, but were hampered by severely damaged stairs leading to the attic.
Authorities said that mutual Aid crews assisted with suppression, limiting the fire damage mainly to the attic and 2 rooms of the second floor. The rest of the house suffered significant smoke and water damage, but was untouched by the fire.
A crew remained on scene overnight to monitor for rekindles.
Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue, Campton Police and the NH Fire Marshals Office returned to the scene this morning, to investigate the cause of the fire.
Photo’s courtesy of Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue’s facebook page
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~ Photo courtesy of Laura Lemieux, photo from the 2017 race.
BARTLETT, NH- The Red Parka Pub Challenge Cup Committee is setting a tone this year for the running of the 45th Annual Challenge Cup Race, taking place on March 16, 2018. The committee is looking to shatter its fundraising goal of $10,000 and “bump it up” to $15,000 this year. The race, which is held at Attitash Mountain Resort, is the second largest fundraising event for the Eastern Slope Ski Club, a nonprofit that provides ski equipment and helps in ski development programs in the Mt. Washington Valley.
The committee plans to reach its goal through new fundraising strategies including a PledgeReg, where racers can raise additional funds beyond the racing fee to compete for prizes. The race fee is $65 in advance and registration takes place online at skireg.com. Racers can opt-in for the PledgeReg and those that raise $300 or more will have their race fee waived. Individuals or teams are both eligible to compete for separate grand prizes for raising the most money.
Keeping with its theme, “Bump It Up” will be the race slogan this year and the committee is working on new race swag for spectators and racers to purchase during the event. Proceeds from merchandise sales would go to the cause.
In addition, the Bib Draw Night which takes place on Thursday, March 15 at 6 p.m. is open to the public and includes a ton of raffles. All pub patrons are eligible to enter the raffle.
“We want to make it accessible for everyone to experience the fun of the Red Parka Race, and a lot of that happens off the hill,” said Terry O’Brien owner of the Red Parka Pub and Event Director. “So, even if you can’t race this year, you can stop by the pub on the night before The Cup and contribute to the cause!”
The Red Parka Pub Challenge Cup Race is a 21+ race. The registration fee is $65 and includes a lift ticket, guaranteed two runs on the course, an official race hat, a raffle ticket and a free dinner at the Awards Ceremony served by the Red Parka Pub in Ptarmigan’s Pub after racing concludes. Registration is now open and a link can be found on redparkapub.com. Race day registration is $75.
Story contributed by Laura Lemieux
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CONCORD, NH – Thousands of snowmobilers from Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, and beyond descended upon the trails of the North Country despite poor trail conditions to enjoy the Tri-State Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend.
Reciprocal weekend allows snowmobiles legally registered in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont to operate on trails in all three states from January 26th through the 28th.
Captain Dave Walsh, who oversees enforcement and safety education for Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle activities in New Hampshire said “Due to recent warm weather, trail conditions were reported to be marginal in most places in Coos County, with little to no riding throughout the rest of the state.”
The annual Tri-State Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend is a boost to businesses in northern New Hampshire and throughout the state. The event is considered one of New Hampshire’s largest snowmobiling weekends.
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Snowmobilers Barely Escape Injury In Weekend Accident
PITTSBURG, NH – Two men were lucky to escape injuries after their snowmobiles collided on Trail 20 in the area of Murphy Dam in Pittsburg on Sunday morning.
Just after 10 AM, Conservation Officer Chris Egan came upon the collision while patrolling trails on his snowmobile. “The crash had occurred just seconds prior to my arrival on the scene”, Egan stated. “I came through the Murphy Dam junction and observed two stationary sleds connected together and a man lying in the trail”.
After radioing for emergency personnel to respond, Egan identified the operators, neither of which appeared to be suffering from serious injuries. Personnel from Pittsburg Fire Department, Pittsburg Police Department and 45th Parallel EMS responded to the scene.
An Investigation determined that a snowmobile operated by 52-year-old David Lawton, of West Stewartstown, had rear-ended a snowmobile operated by 53-year-old Patrick Bennett, of North Stratford. The impact ejected Bennett from his machine.
The two men had been riding in the same group, along with several other local friends at the time of the crash, and both refused medical treatment. Both of the involved snowmobiles sustained moderate damage.
Lawton was cited for operating at a speed greater than reasonable and prudent for the existing conditions, with a collision resulting. Alcohol impairment was not a factor in the crash.
Former Olympic Snowboarder Visits The Valley
MADISON, NH — As the 2018 Winter Olympics get set to begin and attention focuses on top elite U.S. athletes competing among the best of the world, Peter Thorndike a member of the 2002 U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team was enjoying a sunny Monday skiing and snowboarding with his family at King Pine.
“We’re here regularly on Mondays,” said Peter Thorndike, a former U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team member comprised of 7 men and 7 women selected to compete in the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. “We homeschool our children and they are at a young age and level that works for us well here at King Pine.”
Now living in Center Harbor with his wife Laura and their children Elsa and Pierce, Peter said it was a friend of his who similarly homeschool their children that suggested they participate in the King Pine Pioneer Race Series, a weekly race league that welcomes all ages and skill levels. “It’s less about racing for us,” admitted Peter. “We found it to be a very affordable way for us to regularly get out with our kids. It’s a relaxed day for us arriving late morning and making runs before lunch and some more after lunch.”
Thorndike is still involved with USASA as a clinic instructor that will often have him travel out West and he also runs a snowboard camp annually at a larger New Hampshire ski area.
“We feel fortunate to have access to such a family friendly and affordable ski area with such varied terrain and friendly staff. We really enjoy the laid back attitude and feel safe bringing our young kids to the mountain. King Pine is where I competed in one of my first snowboard races back in the early nineties and my wife Laura too was introduced to King Pine at a young age when she would come over with a Sandwich School Recreation program. It was certainly a long, winding and rewarding road for me with various academies, teams and international competitions to become part of the 2002 U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team and compete at Park City, but I’m happy to be spending time again back at King Pine now with our kids as they learn to ski.”
Future Of NH’s Medicaid Expansion Uncertain
CONCORD, NH (AP) – The New Hampshire House has voted to send a bill that would reauthorize the state’s version of Medicaid expansion for further study, giving it an uncertain future.
This bill would have reauthorized the New Hampshire Health Protection Program, the state’s program that provides health insurance coverage for over 50,000 low-income adults who do not qualify for Medicaid. If not reauthorized, the program will end on Dec. 31.
The House on Thursday agreed with a committee recommendation that more work is required to create a program that taxpayers can support. A commission studying the future of New Hampshire’s expanded Medicaid program recommended last year it continue for five years, but move toward a fully managed care model in 2019.
The commission said switching to managed care would provide more straight-forward opportunities to address premium increases in the individual market and consistent benefits for all Medicaid participants.
White Mountain National Forest Taking Artist In Residence Applications
Campton, NH – February 7, 2018 The White Mountain National Forest (WMNF) and Arts Alliance of Northern NH invite interested artists in all media to apply for the 2018 WMNF artist in residency program, a celebration of the connections between forest, landscape and culture. The deadline for applications is March 20, 2018.
The program offers professional and emerging artists in all disciplines from around the country — visual and performing artists, craftspeople, writers, composers, eco artists and media artists — an opportunity to pursue their particular art form while being inspired by the surrounding forest and, on several occasions, sharing their work and their artistic process with members of the public. The goal of the residency program is to use art and creative expression to explore the many ways in which people relate to forests — and to the White Mountain National Forest in particular. This year’s artist in residence will be part of the 2018 celebration of the Forest’s Centennial.
One artist residency of at least three weeks will be offered between mid-July and September. The artist will be provided accommodations on or near the forest as well as limited reimbursement of travel expenses and the cost of supplies and materials. Friends of Mead Base have provided housing to several artists in the past. Public programs may include demonstrations, talks, exploratory walks or hikes, or performances, based on the medium, interest and experience of the artist.
“All of our selected artists so far have really connected with the forest – as well as with the local community and with Forest Service personnel,” says Frumie Selchen, Executive Director of the Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire, a nonprofit working to promote, support and sustain cultural life throughout northern New Hampshire.
Clare Mendelsohn, WMNF Forest Supervisor commented, “There’s a sense of expectation and excitement about each new artist, and the ways in which he or she will help us see and understand our landscape, and the incredible resources the forest offers. This year’s Centennial celebration makes the opportunities even more exciting.”
Find more information and an application for the program at www.aannh.org, or contact the Arts Alliance at info@aannh.org, 603-323-7302.
World Pro Ski Tour Kicking Off In NH
WATERVILLE VALLEY, N.H. (AP) — The World Pro Ski Tour is getting ready to kick off its 2018 winter season.
The first event will be Friday and Saturday at Waterville Valley Resort in New Hampshire, followed by events in March in Aspen, Colorado, and at Sunday River ski resort in Newry, Maine.
All three events will be televised on CBS.
The World Pro Ski Tour relaunched last year with a single event at Sunday River.
It served for decades as the only made-for-TV ski racing event with cash prizes and national sponsors. Ed Rogers created the style of competition in which skiers race against each other instead of individuals racing against the clock.
Cancellations & Delays For Wednesday, February 7th 2018
Delays
Schools
SAU 3, Berlin – Early Release Middle School 11:30 AM , High School 11:55 AM, Hillside 12:00 PM, Brown 12:30 PM.
SAU 9, Conway – Early Release Middle & High School 11:20 AM, Elementary School 12:30 PM
MSAD 61, Bridgton –Early Release Middle School & High School 10:30 AM, Elementary School 11:30 AM
White Mountain Waldorf School – Early Release At Noon, No After Care
Cancellations
Schools
SAU 13 Freedom, Madison, Tamworth – Cancelled
SAU 49, Wolfeboro, Ossipee – Cancelled
Children Unlimited – Closing At 1PM
Robert Frost Charter School – Cancelled
Businesses & Organizations
American Legion – No Square Dancing
Carroll County Adult Education – No Day Or Night Classes
Conway Public Library – Closing at 3PM
Cook Memorial Library – Closing at 1pm
Creative Soul Dance Studio – Closed
Fryeburg Dinner Bell – Cancelled
Gibson Center – Closed, No Meals on Wheels
Head Injury Support Meeting – Cancelled
Jackson Public Library – Anjali Rose “Life by Design” presentation postponed to Tuesday February 20th.
Jeanne Limmer Dance Company – All Classes Cancelled
Mountain Top Music – Closed
North Conway Community Center – Closing at 3PM
North Conway Library – Closed
Ossipee Concerned Citizens – No Meals On Wheels
Tina Titzer School of Dance – All Classes Cancelled
White Mountain Community Health Center – Closing At 1PM
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Bill To Tighten Animal Cruelty Laws Follows Great Danes Case
The Humane Society of the United States works with the Wolfeboro Police Dept. to rescue approximately 70 Great Danes from a suspected puppy mill on Friday, June 16, 2017, in Wolfeboro, N.H. Photo courtesy of ~ Meredith Lee,The HSUS
CONCORD, NH (AP)- Supporters of a bill aimed at preventing animal cruelty and sparing towns from spending a fortune on seized animals say it will protect both animals and taxpayers. But opponents worry it will harm hobby breeders and violate defendants’ rights to due process.
Republican Sen. Jeb Bradley sponsored the bill after a breeder in his hometown of Wolfeboro was accused of keeping dozens of Great Danes in filthy conditions last year. Among other things, it would allow a judge to determine the reasonable cost for caring for seized animals. If a defendant doesn’t pay, the animals can be adopted rather than being held as evidence.
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Hampshire opposed that provision, saying it would allow animals to be forfeited without any finding that animal cruelty has occurred.
Campton Home Dating Back To The 1800’s Ravaged By Fire
CAMPTON, NH – A Campton home dating back to the 1800 was ravaged by fire last night. According to Campton-Thorton Fire Rescue they were called to a structure fire at a home on route 175 near Hogback Road at around 7:40 last night.
Authorities said that the residents were awoken up by their smoke detectors to discover that their attic was on fire. They were able to escape the home uninjured.
When crews arrived the fire was quickly raised to a second alarm bringing in crews from as far away as Wentworth, Meredith and Bristol. Center Harbor provided a cover engine to Campton.
According to the Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue they used a deck gun attached to one of the fire trucks to knock down a substantial amount of fire. A crew on the inside began aggressively attacking the fire, but were hampered by severely damaged stairs leading to the attic.
Authorities said that mutual Aid crews assisted with suppression, limiting the fire damage mainly to the attic and 2 rooms of the second floor. The rest of the house suffered significant smoke and water damage, but was untouched by the fire.
A crew remained on scene overnight to monitor for rekindles.
Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue, Campton Police and the NH Fire Marshals Office returned to the scene this morning, to investigate the cause of the fire.
Photo’s courtesy of Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue’s facebook page
Red Parka Pub Challenge Cup Bumps It Up With New Fundraising Goal And Strategies
BARTLETT, NH- The Red Parka Pub Challenge Cup Committee is setting a tone this year for the running of the 45th Annual Challenge Cup Race, taking place on March 16, 2018. The committee is looking to shatter its fundraising goal of $10,000 and “bump it up” to $15,000 this year. The race, which is held at Attitash Mountain Resort, is the second largest fundraising event for the Eastern Slope Ski Club, a nonprofit that provides ski equipment and helps in ski development programs in the Mt. Washington Valley.
The committee plans to reach its goal through new fundraising strategies including a PledgeReg, where racers can raise additional funds beyond the racing fee to compete for prizes. The race fee is $65 in advance and registration takes place online at skireg.com. Racers can opt-in for the PledgeReg and those that raise $300 or more will have their race fee waived. Individuals or teams are both eligible to compete for separate grand prizes for raising the most money.
Keeping with its theme, “Bump It Up” will be the race slogan this year and the committee is working on new race swag for spectators and racers to purchase during the event. Proceeds from merchandise sales would go to the cause.
In addition, the Bib Draw Night which takes place on Thursday, March 15 at 6 p.m. is open to the public and includes a ton of raffles. All pub patrons are eligible to enter the raffle.
“We want to make it accessible for everyone to experience the fun of the Red Parka Race, and a lot of that happens off the hill,” said Terry O’Brien owner of the Red Parka Pub and Event Director. “So, even if you can’t race this year, you can stop by the pub on the night before The Cup and contribute to the cause!”
The Red Parka Pub Challenge Cup Race is a 21+ race. The registration fee is $65 and includes a lift ticket, guaranteed two runs on the course, an official race hat, a raffle ticket and a free dinner at the Awards Ceremony served by the Red Parka Pub in Ptarmigan’s Pub after racing concludes. Registration is now open and a link can be found on redparkapub.com. Race day registration is $75.
Story contributed by Laura Lemieux
Riders Face Tough Tail Conditions On Tri-State Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend
CONCORD, NH – Thousands of snowmobilers from Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, and beyond descended upon the trails of the North Country despite poor trail conditions to enjoy the Tri-State Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend.
Reciprocal weekend allows snowmobiles legally registered in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont to operate on trails in all three states from January 26th through the 28th.
Captain Dave Walsh, who oversees enforcement and safety education for Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle activities in New Hampshire said “Due to recent warm weather, trail conditions were reported to be marginal in most places in Coos County, with little to no riding throughout the rest of the state.”
The annual Tri-State Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend is a boost to businesses in northern New Hampshire and throughout the state. The event is considered one of New Hampshire’s largest snowmobiling weekends.