Come play with us on over 350km of wonderful groomed trails throughout Bancroft, Glen Alda, McArthur Mills, Coe Hill, Gilmour and surrounding areas!With our abundant snowfalls, many club activities to enjoy, and exciting terrain we offer some of the best snowmobiling in Ontario.
Come and spend a weekend, a week or an entire season and enjoy the snowmobiling adventure of a lifetime.With adjoining trails to Haliburton, the Algonquin Highlands & the Madawaska and Ottawa valleys, you can’t get a better snowmobiling getaway.
Thank you to one of our OHSR volunteers, Dave, for this reminder:
❄️ The "What If" Factor: Keeping it Rubber Side Down! ❄️
After 30 years as a long-haul trucker and 7 million kilometers under my belt, people often ask what the secret is to staying safe. It’s not just luck—it’s two simple words: "What If?" The principles for staying safe on the road can be applied to the trail, before you pin the throttle, ask yourself:
🌲 Ride Your Side .... Approaching a blind corner?
What if there’s a sled coming the other way?
What if they’re cutting the corner or riding a bit too wide?
Slow down, tuck into your lane, and Ride Your Side. It’s common sense, but it’s the difference between a great day and a wrecked sled.
🛑 Speed vs. Control
Modern sleds are light, fast, and absolute rockets. But remember:
At 80 km/hr, your reaction time is halved compared to 50 km/hr.
What if there’s a groomer around the bend? Or a downed tree?
Busy trails aren't a racetrack!
The Golden Rule: If you’re prepared for the "What If," you’re already a better rider.
Let’s keep the "What Ifs" in our heads so we don't have to deal with the "If Onlys" later. Use your brain, keep it on your side of the trail, and let’s all get home in one piece.
Be safe out there! ❄️🛷
#SnowmobileSafety #RideRight #WinterVibes #WhatIf #TrailLife
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Trail Status Update:
Due to the recent inclement weather, the Old Hastings Snow Riders trails are currently closed. Our team of dedicated volunteers is monitoring the ground conditions closely, as safety and land preservation remain our top priorities.
What You Need to Know:
• Current Status: All club trails are Unavailable (Red) on the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide (ITG) as of today.
• Stay Off the Trails: Riding on closed trails can damage the ground and jeopardize our agreements with local landowners. Please respect the closures so we can preserve the base we have left.
• The ITG Update: We are expecting an update to the ITG shortly. Keep a close eye on the map for any transitions from Red to Yellow (Limited) or Green (Available).
"Don’t lose hope just yet—we are doing everything we can to salvage the season. If the snow in the forecast delivers, we could be back on the trails sooner than you think!"
How to Stay Informed:
1. Check the ITG: Monitor the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide for real-time status changes.
2. Follow for Updates: We will post here as soon as the groomers are able to head back out.
Thank you for your patience and for supporting the club during this unpredictable season!
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It’s more than just a trail; it’s the stories we tell back at the end of the ride. ❄️ 🌲
Whether it’s the crisp morning air on the Old Hastings trails or that final stretch back home under the stars, these are the moments that stick with us long after the snow melts.
Tell us: What’s one memory from this season that you’ll never forget? 👇
#OldHastingsSnowRiders #OHSR #SnowmobileOntario #WinterMemories #SledLife
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Huge thanks to Jasmine Mackey and her team at Desjardins Insurance for their generous support of our snowmobile club! ❄️🛷 It’s local partners like Jasmine who keep our trails running and our community thriving.If you're looking for an agent you can trust for your auto, home, life, or business insurance, give her a shout! 📍 Jasmine Mackey, Desjardins Insurance 📞 613-332-0577
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Jasmine Mackey, Desjardins Insurance Agent in Bancroft, ON
www.mackeyinsurance.ca
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