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Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Inside This Issue …
• Join Club Members in Northern Lights Trip
• Become a Club Youth Rep –A Personal Story
• April Club Fundraiser at Stein Farms in Salem
• Prairie Riders Hit the Trails in the Northern Woods
• Camping Trip Planning Underway • Classifieds • Celebrations & Milestones
March Trip to the Northern Lights
It’s not too late to join fellow Prairie Riders and join the March Northern Lights trip. Once again, Arlyn leading the coordination for the trip that will take place March 1-4.
Currently, there is still room – cabins 3 and 8 are still available at the Northern Lights Lakeside Resort in Little Lake, Michigan. If you are interested, please let Arlyn know as soon as possible.
Also, if you are making the trip and haven’t yet RSVP’d for Saturday’s dinner, please let Kat Carter know so Aryln can update reservations! Plans are to meet for dinner around 7 p.m.
ReminderOur next meeting will be Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Brat Stop. Hope to see you there!
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Snowmobile Club Youth Rep: A Personal Story
If you’ve read this newsletter over the last several months you know that the Prairie Riders continue to look for a snowmobiler who want to take his/her passion to the next level and serve as the Kenosha County youth representative to the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs (AWSC). For those of you who are interested, but don’t quite know what it’s about, former rep Lauren (Pietkiewicz) Levey shares her story below …
Lauren’s Story …
Hello everyone! I have been a member of the Prairie Riders my entire life. When I was 15, Arlyn told me about this youth snowmobile program at the state level that was just starting up. It was a group for youth ages 14-18 that were interested in getting more involved in snowmobiling at the county, state and even international level. I didn't know there was a group beyond the Kenosha County Alliance, so I had a lot to learn about snowmobiling!
I attended my first AWSC Spring Convention at the Chula Vista when I was 15 – I had no clue what I was getting into! At the time, there were about 10 other youth my age that were interested in getting more youth involved (because, after all, we are the future of this sport). This group was called KAOS (Kids and Adults on Sled).
Our main goal at AWSC events was just to be seen. We wanted the adults to know that we were present and interested in getting involved at a larger level. I started this program as a very shy 15-year-old that would have NEVER gotten in front of a group of 500-plus snowmobilers to talk about how to get youth involved in snowmobiling … and boy did that change!
After joining KAOS, some of the things I’ve been involved with are: attending two International Snowmobile Congress', the New York State Snowmobile Association Annual meeting, the Illinois Association Annual meeting, many AWSC conventions, workshops and directors meetings, many KAOS Leadership Rides, ran for Miss Snowflake, won a $1,500 AWSC Scholarship, won Young Snowmobiler of the Year, won Snowmobile Family of the Year, joined the Magazine Committee for the AWSC, and so much more. I also currently serve on the Youth Committee and Scholarship Committees.
I've learned many skills: public speaking, communications and networking. I've met a lot of people throughout the state that have the same passion that we all have. I've met some of my best friends through this organization – and I can even say I met my husband through this organization. It’s a great way to get involved and become a future leader of an organization that is very important to all of us. If anything, it’s a great resume booster!
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Snowmobile Club Youth Rep: A Personal Story (cont.)
If you are a youth, or know any youth may have even the SLIGHTEST interest in being involved in snowmobiling and learning the behind-the-scenes aspect of the sport, please tell them about this amazing program!
If you have questions, email me at [email protected], check out the KAOS Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/AWSC.KAOS), or email the KAOS group ([email protected]).
-- Thanks to Lauren (Pietkiewicz) Levey for contributing this article
Interested? Let us Know!
We are still seeking a new Kenosha County youth representative to the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs (AWSC). This important role helps guide programs that give youth an in-depth understanding of how the snowmobile program is organized – from the local clubs and county organizations to the state program.
As the Kenosha County representative, you will attend AWSC meetings, representing Kenosha County. To be considered representative must be between 14 and 18 years old and a high school student. If you’re interested in learning more, contact Jody Hammond.
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
April Fundraiser Planning Underway! Prairie Riders Fundraiser Set for April 21 in Salem
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 21 – it will be here before you know it! Join your fellow club members for a rockin’ good time at the Stein Farm in Salem. The bash is open to all – Prairie Riders, along with Alliance and AWSC club members, and other family and friends, too!
We need your help to spread the word about the fundraiser. This event happens every two years and it’s a great chance to show our commitment to our community and to help our club and Hospice Alliance, which will receive a portion of proceeds. (Please be sure to check out the attached flyer to this newsletter for more information.)
To help us make this fundraiser the best ever, we need your help so let us know if … 1. You will attend.2. How many people you plan to bring – there will a prize for the club member who brings the
most guests! 3. You are able to help in any way – planning before the event, setting up the night before the
party, helping at the door, helping with raffles and the silent auction at the party, or staying after the part to help with clean up.
4. You can donate a prize for the raffles and/or silent auction. We are looking for items that could go in a gift basket – wine/booze, gift certificates, new snowmobile gear or apparel, candles, jewelry – or even a basket and tissue paper to display the items!
The planning team is meeting before the February club meeting – feel free to join Leigh Ann and the team at the Brat Stop at 6:30 on Wednesday, Feb. 21, and share your ideas!
Also, you can buy tickets ($15 per person) at the February and March club meetings. We also will have tickets available to purchase at the door … but pre-purchasing the tickets helps us plan for food and drinks that will be served.
We have a lot of fun things planned! The theme for this year’s fundraiser is the Prairie Riders Pajama Party! For $15 per person, you can enjoy great food, great company, live entertainment (to be announced) … and comfortable PJs!
- Thanks to Leigh Ann Petrusky for contributing!
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Prairie Riders Hit the Northern Woods Trails
Earlier this month, 45 Prairie Riders club members headed north to the hit trails in Manitowish Waters and surrounding areas. Everyone had a great time, along with many opportunities to get together, share stories and plan the next day’s activities.
The club dinners were great, especially at Ye Olde Shillelagh where we all enjoyed a huge dinner made just for the club! The Friday and Saturday night bands –booked exclusively for the Prairie Riders – were fun, too!
In fact, outside of one slightly charred trailer, one melted sled, a few covered in soot, and a sled that met some trees, all snowmobilers looked like they had a great time!
- Photos provided Leigh Ann Petrusky and Jennifer Snyder
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Summer Camping Trip Planning Underway
The Prairie Riders Club camping trip is scheduled July 20-22 at Evergreen Campsites and Resorts in Wild Rose. (This is the same location as the 2017 trip. Once again Linda Becker is leading planning for the trip.
While the Prairie Riders have booked several sites, those slots have been filled. The reserved area is in the general area as the 2017 trip, but is not the same. If you book your own site, please email Linda and let her know. You can click here to see a campground map. The average cost for a two-night stay is around $110 for water and electric, and $120 for water, electric and sewer. The campsite requires a one-night deposit.
About the campgroundEvergreen Campsites and Resorts is a great, family-friendly campground with plenty to do for children and adults. Amenities include a pool and lake, playground, miniature golf, fishing pond, pedal carts, watercraft for rent, and an onsite store.
To reserve a site, call Hannah at:Evergreen Campsites and Resorts West 5449 Archer LaneWild Rose, WI 54984920.622.3498evergreencampsites@gmail.comwww.evergreencampsites.com
- - Thanks to Linda Becker for contributing!
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Classifieds …
WANTEDRobert Becker is on the hunt for a cutter to pull behind a snowmobile, preferably a late 1970s Polaris with a windshield and seat cushion (see photo) … although he’s open to other types, too.
If you can help Robert, you can reach him at 262.652.6378, or email him at [email protected].
You Say It’s Your Birthday …
Happy February birthday to these Prairie Riders
Brenda Dahl February 2Joey Pottala February 3Samantha Goldman February 5Brian Fecteau February 20
To make sure your birthday is included, please email Jennifer Snyder to make sure we help celebrate your special day in the newsletter.
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Have an Item for the Newsletter?
See below to make sure your story is included! Jennifer and Jim [email protected] (Jennifer) 847.830.9821 (Jim)
Join a Monthly Club Meeting
As a reminder, mark your calendar for the monthly club meetings. Meetings take place the third Wednesday of each month (there are no meetings between May and August) at The Brat Stop, located at 12304 75th Street in Kenosha … unless otherwise noted in a separate email from Kat!
Upcoming meeting dates
• February 21• March 21• April 18 (Thirsty Horse) • September 19
• October 17• November 21• December 19 (Birchwood
Restaurant)
Prairie Riders UpdateFebruary 2018
Find Prairie Riders Snowmobile Club Online
www.prairieriders.netwww.facebook.com/PrairieRidersSnowmobileClub
Proudly Supports
As a reminder, if you haven’t yet paid your club membership, please email Judy Pietkiewicz for more information and to process your dues.