The NHSA Trailmasters Conference provides an educational opportunity for volunteer snowmobile trail administrators or those interested in learning more about trail maintenance.
In partnership with the NH Bureau of Trails, the daylong conference is filled with workshops, expert speakers, certification tests, and opportunities to network.
The Trailmasters Meeting is held annually the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Advance registration is required.
Trailmasters Workshops
November 17, 2018
Waterville Valley Conference Center, 56 Packard’s Rd, Waterville Valley, NH 03215
Registration closed
Pre-registration required by 11/8
$25 Per Person, Includes Lunch
2018 AGENDA
Subject to change
8:00 am- 9:00 am Registration – Main Lobby
9:00 am- 10:00 am Welcome Session – Waterville Valley Room
10:00 am- 10:15 am Coffee Break
10:15 am- 11:45 am Morning Sessions
Most workshops – but not all – repeat during the afternoon session
Engaging Volunteers – DW Connector Room
Get tips on how to engage more volunteers and keep them engaged through the use of social media and other methods.
NHSA Club Portal – True Grit
Bring a laptop and learn how the NHSA membership portal can make your job a bit easier.
Fundraising Class – The Cascades
Learn some new fundraising ideas and tips for promoting your fundraisers.
Practical Survival & Safety Techniques – Main Dining Room
Accidents can happen at any time during trail work and grooming and this class will help you acquire skills we hope you never have to use.
911 Map Review – All Day – Speakeasy
Review your club map to be certain they are accurate. This is not a class but an opportunity to review your club map for accuracy.
GIA Class – Osceola Room
This will assist you with how to correctly complete and submit your grant in aid paperwork.
DOT Highway Crossing & Permits – Tecumseh
An explanation of the policies and requirements for DOT highway crossing permits.
GPS Mapping – Snow’s Room
Learn how to map your trails using GPS coordinates.
Groomer Certification Class – All Day – Tyler Spring Room
This class is for new groomer operators only. It is an all day class.
Safety Certification Class (limit 20 students) – All Day – Drakes Brook Room
OHRV Safety Certification Class. This class is required for youth operators 12 years and over.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Fill out the form
11:45 am- 12:45 pm – Lunch – Waterville Valley Room
1:00 pm- 2:30 pm Afternoon Sessions
Trail Signing – Tecumseh
Learn how to properly sign your trails
Engaging Volunteers – DW Connector
NHSA Club Portal – True Grit
Fundraising Class – The Cascades
Practical Survival & Safety Techniques – Main Dining Room
911 Map Review – Speakeasy
GIA Class – Osceola Room
GPS Mapping – Snow’s Room
Groomer Certification Class continues – Tyler Spring Room
Safety Certification Class continues – Drakes Brook Room
2:45pm- 3:00 pm – Closing Session – Waterville Valley Room
Pre-registration required by 11/8
$25 Per Person, Includes Lunch