19 December 2025. With the warm weather we experienced this past week our trails took a beating. We still have somewhat of a base, but there may be some brown spots here and there. We will not be grooming anytime soon, as there is no snow in the forecast and warm weather over Christmas as well. We have had to make a few adjustments to part of the trail system so always follow the signs. This is very important: ALWAYS FOLLOW THE SIGNS!! Failure to do so constitutes trespassing. See below for the MN statute that deals with trespassing. ​

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Youth Safety Training will occur on 24 January 2026 at 9:00am to 12:00pm at the groomer shed in Gilman, MN. Children must meet eligibility requirements to attend. If interested, contact Tony McNeal at 320-333-0283 or via email at tonymcneal5090@gmail.com. There is only room for 30 students. 

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​The next meeting of the BCSC will be held on 13 January 2026 at Little Rock Tavern located on US 10 South, of Rice MN. Social begins at 6:00pm, meeting at 7:00. 

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THERE ARE STILL ISSUES WITH TRESPASSING. STAY ON THE TRAIL. SEE BELOW FOR THE PENALTIES. WE DO NOT TAKE THESE ISSUES LIGHTLY!

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​Just a few tidbits: Snowmobiler profile - The average age of a snowmobiler is 53 years old - The average snowmobiler spends $2500 each year on snowmobile related recreation. - 50% of snowmobilers trailer their snowmobiles to ride. 50% ride from their primary residence or have a vacation home where they keep and use their snowmobiles - Snowmobilers are caring neighbors, they raise over $3 million annually - There are over 3000+ snowmobile clubs worldwide, involved in trail grooming, charity fund raising, and family activities - There are over 42 registered non-profit associations representing snowmobilers in the US, Canada, Europe and Russia - Snowmobiling is great exercise bringing people outdoors interacting with nature and each other. It is an invigorating sport, great for stress release and good mental health. 

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Remember, and this is very important. STAY ON THE TRAILS! ALL IT TAKES IS ONE OR TWO BAD SEEDS TO RUIN IT FOR ALL OF US. TRESPASSING ISSUES WILL BE TURNED OVER TO THE BENTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT! Per MN Statue 84.775: First offense is now $250 second offense $500 and subsequent offenses are $1000. STAY ON THE TRAILS! This issue is not limited to our trails. Trespassing has become a state wide problem! STAY ON THE TRAILS OR WE COULD LOSE THEM!

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PLEASE NOTE: Due to a $10.00 increase in dues at MnUSA, our dues have also been increased by $10.00. Club membership is now $45.00. Please don't let the increase discourage you from joining our club. Remember that our dedicated volunteers work very hard to provide the best trails in central Minnesota.

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On Wednesdays, a group of members meets at 6:30pm at the groomer shed in Gilman, MN to work on equipment or other pertinent items concerning the club. Please feel free to join them and help out, or just to come out to take a look at what the club has accomplished the last few years. ​

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