Thank you to all our supporters….

March 28th 2012

Old man winter and Mother Nature sure did pass us by this winter and were not too kind to the snowmobiling industry. In the past 13 years, we have not seen a winter season like this one; some seasons have been challenging, but nothing compared to 2011 /2012 It’s hard to believe, but in the 39 years of the Hillsburgh Snow Roamers being in operation, we have never experienced a season where the trails were NEVER OPENED

Some info for our members,

Regardless of how much snow we get each season the installing of trails, purchasing stakes,
insurance, and other costs enquired to having the trails does not change with or without snow. Clubs have to be ready which means these costs from season to season for the clubs does not change. I know everyone never wants to
hear that you can ride north but there is great riding to take part in, when you purchase a trail pass each season. Snowmobiling is always at the mercy of mother nature, and we all have to be patient and wait or go where the snow has fallen. Many volunteers put hours upon hours in preparing trails making sure our trails are ready once the snow arrives. If we could only make snow for all of our trails..wouldn't life would be great… but not only the lack of snow presents a problem,lack of frost in the ground and water is a major concern. We require consistent cold weather to drive the frost down in the ground so when the snow does arrive we are not creating crop damage to our gracious landowners that have lent us the use of their land.

We wish to thank you again for your continued support throughout the years and hopefully the 2012-2013 season will be a winter wonderland.

The Snow Roamers Executive

Snow in the forecast but….

February 11th 2012

Although recent weather forecasts have predicted snow for the weekend, snowmobilers are cautioned

that this does not mean that snowmobile trails will immediately be opened.

HSR, advises “The volunteers that build and maintain the trails are encouraged by the hope of snow this weekend, but they will need to go over every inch of the trail system before they can deem it safe for riders, and that won’t happen as quickly as this weekend”.

The Hillsburgh Snow Roamers trails crosses over many private property. Riding on this property before the club has had a chance to groom a proper base could cause significant damage to the land and pre-planted crops. If this occurs, it may result in land use privileges being revoked by these generous people that donate the use of their private property every year, and affect the interconnectivity of the local trail system. Further, many of the swamps and wetlands will not be frozen under the snow, and that poses a significant safety risk for riders.

“It’s been a frustrating winter for snowmobilers, especially the volunteers that not only want to ride, but have already put countless hours of their time into the trail system. Out of respect for these volunteers, our private landowners, and for your own personal safety, please stay off the trails until they are ready. If the snow falls as predicted, club volunteers will be working very diligently to open trails as soon as possible”., riding on closed OFSC prescribed trails is illegal. Anyone found doing so may be charged with trespassing regardless of whether the rider has purchased a snowmobile permit.

Once the trails open,Trail Conditions will be updated daily at www.ofsc.on.ca, or may be obtained by

calling 519-855-9686

Finally some SNOW! but is it enough….

January 29th 2012

Finally some snow… we were all worried that this may be the winter that
never was…. after all the work that goes into preparing the trails for the
season we were all very disappointed that this may be the year that all the
many hours of trail work maybe wasted.
We will be having the trails checked to see if there are any
sections that we may be able to open. Although it looks like lots of snow
certainly is not enough in fields to sustain the groomer yet but may be
enough to get sleds out to pound the air out of the snow. We want everyone
out there just as much as riders and our clubs supporters but our concern is
the crops that are below this minimal snow and we must careful not to cause
damage to the landowners lively hood.
Once the section(s) have been checked for signage , snow coverage etc…
because it has been since November since anyone has been on and installed
the trail system, we must make sure that all signs are standing and are in
place prior to opening to any limited trails.
I will certainly post on our web site, and list on the Interactive trail
guide on the www.ofsc.on.ca when we are successful.
We thank you for respecting our landowners and remaining off closed trails
until they are listed otherwise. Although the gates may start to open, open
gates do not mean trails are open, it is just too hard once we swing them
open to close all the time. Signs are posted at each entrance with a red
trail closed signs( on right ) will be lifted to read "stay on trail or
permission will be revoked" when opened to help riders understand.
Thank you.

Cindy
Pray for snow….and lots of it!!!!so we all can enjoy this great winter
sport….

UPDATE…….Poker Run and Chicken BBQ Cancelled

January 22nd 2012

Looking ahead to our 15 day forecast, bringing us up to Feb 5th our event date the lack of snow and warm temperatures leave us with no other alternative but to cancel our Annual event.
We thank you for all your past years of support and we look forward to again hosting this event next season.
Thank you.
The Hillsburgh Snow Roamers Executive
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the HSR office at 519-855-9686
Thank you.

Free Skate! Family Day Feb 20th 2012!

January 16th 2012

On February 20, 2012, FAMILY DAY the Hillsburgh Snow Roamers invites everyone to enjoy free skating from 1pm to 2:30pm at the Hillsburgh Arena. Hope to see you all there… The HSR Executive

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