Sherburne County Snowmobile Trail Association

04/05/2026

Happy Easter Everyone!

03/27/2026

Update:

SF 1245 was laid over in committee today. It is now dead. Before the hearing I spoke with the ATV lobbyists who told me how the various Facebook posts and comments hurt their cause. They agreed that they would have asked for our help if needed but as I mentioned in an earlier post, we all knew the bill was dead on arrival. In testimony, ATV Mn president Ron Potter emphatically disavowed the untrue, hateful and racist posts and communications (The committee chairman is Hmong). All testimony from both sides was respectful and well done.
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On Mar 25, 2026, at 1:13 PM, douglas franzen

03/26/2026

Fellow snowmobilers and ATV/UTV users,

MnUSA is monitoring this bill to the highest level and working to stop this legislation. In no way are we saying that snowmobiles will not be affected, our Lobbyist has faced these bills in the past.

We know that a large percentage of snowmobilers are ATV/UTV riders also and we are not abandoning them. The best way to fight this bill is to text or email your legislator and tell them how you feel. MnUSA will continue monitoring and trying to keep everyone informed as this issue progresses.

I personally belong to both organizations and am very concerned with this bill on a personal level and will not take it lightly.

Mike Clevenger
MnUSA President

03/25/2026

There have been Facebook posts prompting many questions, some confusion, and concerns about MN Senate File 1245. We love questions from members and are grateful for member engagement. However, Senate File 1245 poses no threat to our trails. In fact, the bill has no impact on snowmobiling.

Christian and I have been following this bill since its introduction. We to were alarmed by its title. But remember that the title of a statute has no legal effect. Upon reading the bill, it became clear that the bill is not about snowmobile trails. Rather, the bill is about regulating ATVs.

I think much of the confusion is that the bill addresses “off-highway vehicles.” As a matter of law, a snowmobile is not an off-highway vehicle. We have a separate and distinct statute defining a snowmobile.

Again, none of the language of the bill relates to our trails.

Christian and I have met with the Chairman of the committee and the bill’s author, Senator McEwen (Duluth). Sen. McEwen agrees with our interpretation of her bill and will state for the record in committee that her bill does not impact our sport or our trails. She told us that she “loves her snowmobilers”.

We will continue to follow this bill and watch out for any amendments that impact our sport.

Finally, thank you. We are at our best when you get involved.

Doug and Christian Franzen
MnUSA lobbyists.

03/11/2026

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Please plan to attend the DNR Meeting in Big Lake on Monday March 23rd

01/30/2026

12/28/2025

Just a Reminder as the next snowstorm (if that's what really happens) rolls in... PLEASE ride with caution as with the warm temps a lot of wet areas are not frozen solid.... when riding on the trail no matter where please spread out and pack down the entire width of the trail. That will help the ground freeze more and allow us to get the groomers out sooner.... Thank You for following us and ride safe!!! Pray for More and more snow!

12/11/2025

Trails are OPEN, Ride with Caution as the swamps and wet areas have not frozen up solid yet, we sent groomers out starting tonight to pack down the base to help drive the frost down.... if you are out riding, please feel free to pack down the swampy areas as that will help push frost down so as to keep the groomers from getting stuck.... PLEASE ride with caution! groomers will be working on the South Zimmerman loop Sunday Morning and the 169-construction area as well. if you wish to help on Sunday, we would love to have you... be around 9:30 am at the Sherburne County Trail Shed on county road 4... keep thinking SNOW!!!! so far a great start to the season!
Please note some route changes make sure to follow the signs, New route in Zimmerman to access ZBG's and Casey's FOLLOW THE SIGNS!!!

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12/07/2025

11/30/2025

Another Reminder!!!
Trails in Sherburne County will not open on Monday as there is little to no frost in the ground. we need the ground to freeze before we open them! Please Respect Landowners by staying off of the Trails. Crossing Private Property before the trails are opened by the Sherburne County Snowmobile Trail Assoc. is considered TRESSPASSING... we want to open them just as much as you want to ride them, PLEASE be patient!!! SCSTA President - Scotty Harder

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11/27/2025

Please Respect Property Owners….