Apple Country Snowmobile Club

03/19/2026

Here is the Blue Ribbon Commissions fact sheet in response to Washington Dept of Fish and Wildlife's proposed travel restrictions.

It is not to late to make your voice heard.

FACT SHEET: Proposed Rule Will Impact Snowmobiling Access
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is developing a new rule that would change how motorized vehicles are used on lands it manages across the state.
● WDFW manages over 1 million acres of land and hundreds of access sites statewide
● The rule would apply to all WDFW-managed lands, including Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs)
Under the proposal:
● All motorized vehicles, including snowmobiles, would be limited to roads or routes specifically designated as open
● Areas would be considered closed to motorized use unless explicitly designated and posted open
● The agency is also proposing to:
○ Define key terms like “designated” and “department-managed lands”
○ Expand how routes are identified (maps, signs, kiosks, websites)
Current Management: Areas are effectively open unless posted closed
Snowmobile Impacts
Although the rule is aimed at wheeled vehicle impacts, it explicitly includes:
● Cars and trucks
● ATVs and side-by-sides
● Snowmobiles
● E-bikes and other motorized devices
This is a concern because:
● Snowmobiles are not road-based
● Snowmobile use is typically managed by open riding areas and boundaries, not designated roads
● Many current riding areas could become closed unless specifically re-designated
● Snowmobiles were not part of the original proposals, and have recently been included without stakeholder involvement.
● This represents a growing trend to remove snowmobile use from our public lands

03/14/2026

Both cats were out last night packing down the routes to the top.
Pole Flats, Schaller, and Jumpoff were done. Put in new large berms to preserve the trails.
Naenum Middle, Rocky Ridge, and Basin Loop Rd were also groomed.

Thank you, Mike and Rick, for your sleepless night!
P.S. we apologize for the groom, Clear Lake to Schaller due to tiller issues

03/13/2026

Ah.. it snowed! In spite of my last message, the cats are going out today to groom and clear blockages. We will also rebuild the snow berms to protect the roads a little father into mudding season. Be careful up there if you go out.

03/13/2026

Hey all!!! The groomers are on their way to get the cats rolling!
Yep, you heard that right! GROOMING is happening tonight!
It'll be a great weekend to ride...

03/11/2026

We are wrapping up the season. Gates are being closed this week at Lily Lake, Poll Flats and the Elk Trail. The sanitation will be picked up soon. If the new storm creates a rideable trail, remember you will not be able to go up Poll Flats so, take the Upper Basin Loop to Schaeller Rd and watch out for the wheelies.

Thank you for your support during this difficult year and we wish for a better season next year.

03/10/2026

Here is a YouTube video regarding Motorized vehicles on WDFW-managed lands public meeting

There is also a link for more information on the proposed rule and to stay up-to-date on additional opportunities to comment or participate.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) hosted a public meeting on March 3, 2026 as part of developing new rules governing the use of motorized...

03/10/2026

From Justin Davis with the SMAC Board.

There are two meetings coming up on March 11 and again on March 25th.

Join the conversation-Get involved.

03/02/2026

The meeting to lock us out of offroad travel is tomorrow. A virtual public meeting will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on March 3 from 4-5pm.

For more information, visit https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/regulations/development/2025-motorized-vehicles-lands

zoom address is https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vxvxS39dSSGuHTgc7vfhsA #/registration

Rule-making status: Preproposal Rule-making reference: -11 Summary of proposed rule The department is considering rule changes to restrict the recreational use of motorized vehicles to designated roads, and to define the terms “department-managed lands,” “designated,” “recreational m...

02/27/2026

Enjoy Boondocking? Please read the following

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking for public input on proposed new rules that would limit motorized vehicle use on lands it manages across the state.
The proposal would require vehicles — including cars, trucks, ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and electric bicycles — to stay on roads specifically designated as open for motorized use. Officials say the goal is to improve visitor safety, protect sensitive wildlife habitats, and preserve cultural and tribal resources.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking for public input on proposed new rules that would limit motorized vehicle use on lands it manages across the state.
The proposal would require vehicles — including cars, trucks, ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, and electric bicycles — to stay on roads specifically designated as open for motorized use. Officials say the goal is to improve visitor safety, protect sensitive wildlife habitats, and preserve cultural and tribal resources.

Wildlife officials say motorized recreation remains an important activity but must be balanced with conservation efforts. The agency hopes to eventually create a statewide system similar to the Green Dot network used in Yakima and Kittitas counties, which designates specific routes while protecting natural areas.A virtual public meeting will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on March 3 to explain the proposal and answer questions. Members of the public can also submit comments online, by email
(2025motorizedvehiclescr101@publicinput.com), or by voicemail (855-925-2801, then enter project code 11378) as the rulemaking process continues.
The department manages more than one million acres of land and hundreds of public water access sites statewide. Officials say public feedback will play a key role in shaping the final rules.

02/20/2026

Meeting announcement!
Greetings friends. We are updating our March 10th meeting location and time. We will be back at the Faith Presbyterian Church at 6:30 PM. The address is 200 S Kentucky Ave, East Wenatchee. This is an important meeting since it will include the election of officers and board members. Please come and help shape your club's future.

Thank you, Jim Deal and the members of Faith Presbyterian, for making this space available.

01/22/2026