News

We saw a great turnout this year and a whole bunch of new faces!  With all the executive positions filled and a healthy compliment of directors, we are energized for a busy year.  Stay tuned for some great events and general improvements to the club.  Here are the election results:

The club would like to extend a big thank you to all those who braved the weather to joins us for the rally.We would also like to extend a very special thank you to Rapid Revolutions and Wild Country Powersports for helping to both sponsor the event and man checkpoints - we would have very likely been short of manpower without them.  If you ever have a chance to meet Cam and Melinie Beaulieu be sure to compliment them on the fantastic job they do organizing this event year after year.

See you all next year!

Results:

We had no less than 324 riders and sold 605 poker hands.

1st Place - $637.50 - KC, KH, AC, KH, KS - Kelsie Thompson

2nd Place - $382.50 - AC, KH, KD, AS, KD - Nicholas Deis

3rd Place - $255.00 - AD, JS, JC, JD, AS - Mike Inkster

We'd like to send a thanks out to all the participants and spectators that came out for the event.  The weather was perfect and it was a great day as we saw some fierce races and had some good laughs.

Also, thank you to all the volunteers, Melinie and Cam Beaulieu in particular, who worked very hard to ensure the event went smoothly.

While the event was a success, we have begun to see declining number of contestants that come out to race.  We do know that many riders didn't want to risk breakdowns before the next CCMR race, but we also feel that it's time for a bit of a redesign to the mud pit.  The redesign is still in the works but I'm sure it will be awesome and a completely different experience.  Be sure to check it out next year!!!

Thank you to all those who attended the AGM despite the heavy snow and treacherous roads.  The election results are as follows:

President            David Stainthorp 

Vice President   Colton Barlow

Treasurer            Melinie Beaulieu

Secretary            Dean Bradko

Trail Boss            Gary Bridgeman

Director               Cameron Beaulieu

Director               Eric Gerhardt

Director               Bradko Jouan

Director               Dan MacKinnon

Director               Don Pirie

We would also like to send a special thank you to the previous board, many of which returned again this year:  Brad Jouan, Eric Gerhardt, Melinie Beaulieu, Cam Beaulieu, Dean Bradko, Sheila Picton, Kevon Hays, Jesse Jouan, Colton Barlow, Mayson Smeader, Don Pirie.  Your efforts were very appreciated in a year where volunteers were tough to come by.  Great job!

Public land closures in Alberta are real and happening NOW.  Take action!

Printable poster and action list

We are currently in danger of losing some of Alberta's most treasured riding and camping areas, which will have an impact on hunting and fishing as well.  Please see the following media release from the Alberta Off Highway Vehicle Association:   Provincial Government slams the door on Albertans .pdf

We strongly urge any OHV enthusiast to mail (preferable) or e-mail the premier, environment minister, and your local MLA.  Contact info and letter writing tips cn be found here:  Letter Writing Tips and GoA Contact Information.pdf

Sincerely,

Lac Ste Anne ATV Club

As a result of the recent announcement of expansion of the Castle Wildland Park and new Castle Provincial Park – ultimately the closure of OHV trails – we strongly urge you to contact:

• ·         Your local MLA
• ·         Honourable Shannon Philips – Minister of Environment and Parks
• ·         Honourable Rachael Notley – Premier of Alberta

We are asking that you write a letter or email and voice your concerns and disappointment to the Alberta Government regarding the OHV trails that will be lost.  

For your convenience attached are letter writing tips and Government contact information, as well as the AOHVA most recent press release.

AOHVA Media Release Jan 26, 2017 (1).pdf

Please post this information/attachments on your websites, social media pages and share with your family, friends  and forward it as you see fit.

Thanks so much and have a great day,

Kim Robicheau
AOHVA Office Administrator
office@aohva.com
403-673-3332
Working to keep you riding

We must now plea to our members and all those who have enjoyed our events in the past for volunteers.  We need volunteers for the ATV rally on Feb 20.  All volunteers will still have an opportunity to ride the rally.  We are anticipating a higher than usual turnout again this year and will require help to ensure a fun day for everyone.

We also require volunteers to assist with the Kids' OHV Novelty Challenge on Feb 19.  This event continues to grow in popularity year after year and it is becoming increasingly difficult to guarantee a fun day without adequate assistance.  There is very little work involved and it is great for some good laughs.

Please contact info@lacsteanneatvclub.com if you are interested in donating a little of your time.