b'VAST Newsa number of rules that always need toLastly, snowmobiles are machines that be followed when exploring the VASTshouldnt be modified. If the exhaust trail system. One rule that I routinelysystem is modified on any snowmobile, see being broken is veering from theit can produce more pollutants and designated trail. Its crucial that weloads of noise pollution. In addition, snowmobilers stay on the trail. Whenall snowmobile companies are riders go off trail they are harmingworking to develop quieter and more the environment, which is why Ienvironmentally friendly models, so discourage off trail riding. My familytheres no need to interfere with the was a part of the Green Mountaintechnological improvements being Trailblazers for over 30 years, theymade from snowmobile manufacturers.would always stress the yearlyAfter enjoying what Vermont has to Vincent Novak group cleanups and maintenance.offer for many years, I strive to share After attending different events andthe importance of protecting the VAST activities with the Chester Snowmobiletrail system and more importantly the Vincent Novak is from Piscataway,club (now the Green Mountain Snowenvironment. By following the rules New Jersey and is a member of theDogs), I understand how importantput in place, it will ensure the trails stay Chester Snowmobile Club of Windsorit is to take care of the trails and landopen and the environment is always county and the Green Mountain Snowsurrounding them. People leavebeing protected. Finally, when people Dogs of Bennington county. He plansan absurd amount of trash, such asunderstand they have to be responsible to attend Vermont State University tocans and plastic, during the winter.when operating snowmobiles, then major in business. It is crucial that all the waste that wethe sport of snowmobiling can connect produce is picked up and properlyproperly with Vermonts commitment Vincents Essay disposed of. to protecting the environment.The state of Vermont is unlike any other. Its a unique environment that requires preservation and protection.Volunteers Make During the winter season, Vermont turns into a hotspot for thousands of snowmobilers like me and my family. Nothing compares to the snow-coveredTrails Happen!trails and the thrill of exploring the VAST trail system. I have been spending my winters in Vermont for as long as I can remember. The joy of coming to visit my grandparents in Winhall, then leaving to ride around the Chester area is incomparable. However, the thrill of snowmobiling often leaves people forgetting about the much needed conservation of the environment.Snowmobiling is an ever growing winter activity that allows riders to have an experience unlike any other. Since I started riding snowmobiles, around the age of 10, Ive experienced so many different things. I have been able to connect with all types of people. I was able to travel to the top of Equinox Mountain and the fire tower in Woodford. Snowmobiling is a sport that allows people to connect, no matter their background. Due to its increasing popularity, theres many more issues arousing about the impact on the environment and how we can stop it. We must find the correctContact your club to volunteer today!balance between enjoying the sport and guarding the ecosystem. There are Early Winter 2024 | 3'