2023 Annual Newsletter

Greetings Everybody,

As of June 1st 2023, Bud Gordon has taken the over the reins here at the museum as our new president. We would like to begin by thanking Chad Verdonck for his 7 years of dedication to the museum as it’s leader and to Carol Bailey who has retired as our treasurer. Carol first resigned about 10 years ago but then stayed onboard to help the museum with the financial obligations. Carol decided this year to pass on her treasurer duties and spend more time enjoying her retirement. We would also like to thank long time board member Ev Ferrell who will now be pursuing other challenges in the world of snowmobiling. For 2023 our new board of directors will include: Bud Gordon-President, John Lumnah-Vice President, Sheryl Castellano-Treasurer & Membership Director, Bobby Dodge, Dave Gallant, Chris Gamache, Chad Verdonck, Wendi Zimmermann-Webmaster & Publicity Director and David Gleich.

Our list of scheduled events for the coming year will include:

• The Bear Notch Rd. Ride on Sunday January 21st 2024
• The 39th Annual Winter Rally presented by Snow Studs Inc,
• The featured sled will be Moto-Ski Snowmobiles on Sunday February 18th 2024
• The Franconia Notch Ride on Sunday March 3rd 2024
• The Spring Swap Meet and Open House on Saturday June 1st 2024
• The Fall Swap Meet and Open House on Saturday September 14th 2024
• The New Hampshire Snowmobile Museum Road Show from Friday October 11th to Sunday October 13th 2024 at the NHSA Race into Winter Event in Epping, NH

Please save these dates and bring a friend to join us in support of the sport that has brought us all so many memories through the years.

New for 2024 will be the NHSMA Scholarship Award which will contribute $250.00 in aid to one student in furthering their education either academically or in the trades. If you are a member in good standing please send us a few paragraphs outlining the scholastic accomplishments and future goals of your nominee to be considered. All nominations need to be post marked by March 15th, 2024 and should be sent to: New Hampshire Snowmobile Museum P.O. Box 10112 Concord, NH 03302. The winner of this award will be chosen at our next annual meeting which will be held June of 2024.

Good Luck!