b'Annual Meetingwork since he could walk, assisting withleader who embodies optimism and sign installation and debrushing. As theempowerment. Duffy also trains new son of the clubs trail master, he attendsoperators and ensures that trails are safe all club and county meetings. He enjoysand well-marked for all riders. Two years participating in work events and eagerlyago, he donated two acres of land for the awaits snowstorms so he can join his dadclub to build a groomer barn and helped in the groomer. His nomination praisedwith the construction. He promotes him as a valuable asset to our team,the club with video updates from his noting that he is the go-to kid for helpgroomer seat, always ending with his at major events and always steps upsignature aloha. Duffy is recognized when needed. not only for his efforts within his club but also for fostering camaraderie and collaboration with neighboring clubs, earning widespread admiration across the snowmobiling community.Dealer of the Year Land Air - Essex JunctionLand Air is being recognized for its outstanding community support, including raising $5,000 for the VAST flood recovery through a snowmobile raffle. Their mission is to offer customers the latest products at the best prices, combined with exceptional service. In addition to helping customers, Land Air is an active supporter of the local community and the VAST system. They Outstanding Local Business: provide resources for local clubs, from Brian Ainsworth - Prinoth LLC rounding up volunteers to contributingCounty Trails Coordinator of the Year: financially, such as redecking theDieter Mulac - Chittenden CountyThis years business award goes tobridge on the VAST trail leading toDieter receives this award for being a Brian Ainsworth of Prinoth LLC,their business. Whether donating acounty trail coordinator who is alays who worked with five clubs acrossraffle sled or helping with flood relief,willing to step up to the plate and do Vermont to improve rider experiencesLand Air consistently steps up whenwhat needs to be done. He has been by upgrading grooming equipment.the snowmobile community needsinvolved in snowmobiling for a long Clubs praised his customer service,assistance. time, among many other things in his describing him as patient in answeringlocal community. Upon retiring from questions from teams unfamiliar withthe fire department after nearly 20 the equipment. He accommodatedyears of dedication, Dieter stepped into grooming teams by organizing demos ofthe official role as the County Trails other clubs machines and helped themCoordinator. He was the alternate assess the new power units. Ainsworthfor several years prior, staying in also worked within club budgets, oftenthe shadows and learning how to be including accessories to make transitionseffective in this role. Since joining the smoother. He assured the clubs he wouldTrails Committee, he has offered his provide extensive training once the snowtime on subcommittees and has never arrived and offered 24/7 support withhesitated to tackle tough issues, even if it his personal phone number. means going against the grain within his own county. Dieter is forward-thinking, thoughtful, and always prepared for Trailmaster of the Year: Steven DuffyTrails Committee meetings, bringing Northeast Kingdom Snow Blasters good ideas to the table. He is a welcome Steven Duffy has been involved inaddition to the committee.snowmobiling for over 50 years and has served as a groomer for the past four. Last year, he took on the role of co-trail master for his club, grooming nearly 60 miles of mixed terrain trails. At 71, Duffy still grooms three times a week. His nomination praised his unwavering dedication and described him as a Early Winter 2024 | 19'