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NYSSA Online Magazine - New York State Snowmobile Association
NYSSA Online Magazine - New York State Snowmobile Association
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NYSSA Online Magazine<br />
(Executive Director, continued from page 9)<br />
Land Classification hearings<br />
The APA has a package of 91 parcels of<br />
land that are to be classified or reclassified<br />
depending on a variety of characteristics.<br />
Of particular importance is a 17,000 acre<br />
tract of land in Clinton Co known as the<br />
Chazy tract. This tract is proposed to be<br />
classified as Wild Forest which would allow<br />
a snowmobile trail. It is important that<br />
the snowmobile community comments<br />
to the APA in support of the<br />
proposed classification.<br />
Written comments will be accepted<br />
until March 19, 2010. Contact:<br />
Richard E. Weber<br />
PO Box 99<br />
Ray Brook, NY 12977<br />
fax (518)891-3938<br />
email apa_slmp@gw.dec.state.ny.us<br />
The map above shows the location of all parcels slated for classification. Other<br />
explanations can be viewed at http://www.apa.state.ny.us/State_Land/index.html<br />
Trail Access<br />
There is nothing new to report in reversing<br />
the current prohibition of snowmobiles on<br />
lands owned and managed by the Canal<br />
Corporation.<br />
Two clubs in the Eastern Division of National<br />
Grid‟s New York organization have had their License applications either suspended from approval or revoked. One<br />
club is losing access to the only fuel stops on its trail system. The reason given to the clubs is that the Company is reviewing<br />
all their Licenses. This action appears to be in response to a lawsuit against the Company resulting from a<br />
snowmobile fatal accident in 2007. At this point, no other club in the state has received anything similar from National<br />
Grid. Inquiries to NG have not provided any other explanations as to why these two clubs were singled out.<br />
Most recent contact from National Grid is that senior executive staff has approved continued use of the License procedure<br />
with a review to determine if it is working as planned. A meeting with NYSSA is expected in the near future to review<br />
the License procedure and determine if any changes are needed.<br />
Third annual Adirondack Park Snowmobile Trail Conference<br />
The third APSTC will be held on March 27th at the Indian Lake Theater. It is scheduled to start at approximately 9:30<br />
and be over no later than 1 PM. Invited participants include DOT, DEC, APA, and possibly a speaker from an environmental<br />
group.<br />
There is no cost but pre-registration is needed from each person wanting to attend. Pre-registration deadline is March<br />
20th. Register either by emailing or calling the Executive Director.<br />
Coffee and Danish will be served.<br />
Office Notes<br />
The Office transition continues and it appears the new telephone system is working well. Use of the 518 number for the<br />
office is being phased out so that anyone calling the office is using the 888 office number. A recording provides a menu<br />
(Continued on page 11)<br />
Contact NYSSA: PO Box 612, Long Lake, NY 12847-0612 * EMAIL - nyssaoffice@nysnowmobiler.com February, 2010 - Page 10<br />
TOLL FREE: (888) 624-3849 * FAX: (518) 624-2441 * www.nysnowmobiler.com
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