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Yes it was, but the locals kind of shot it down. Stating people wouldn't run if they weren't being cited, for doing what has been accepted for years until recently. It seems Forest City's police force has grown. Unfortunately I will be on the road for the May Nep sno/ATV trails meeting on 2nd Tuesday @6pm on lower main street in forest city. I will also be absent from our meeting. We are going to my nephews graduation in Fla & going to scope out some trails there as well 👍😉I think it is important if one or 2 or more of our members could go. We want more legal local trails. It's in our best interest to get involved, & have a voice. Or we can just accept the crumbs that we've been given so far 👍😉

Good report on the meeting. Glad someone from the club could attend. The incident on Saturday sure didn't help, was that brought up?

I attended a meeting at the Forest City municipal building this evening. There was a nice turnout. The meeting was about possibly opening local roads to access gas stations & downtown Forest City businesses & eating establishments. There were many in favor & more than a few on the fence leaning towards opposing. The mayor voiced that he is in favor of designating specific access. Jim from Lakewood was there. Most of the Nep sno/ATV trail people were there. Sean spoke at length a few times in favor of "legal" trails. The locals who favor opening local roads were also pushing for the D&H to be re-opened to motorized, at least the portion that would connect O&W to D&H for access to Forest City businesses & gas station. Many of the locals spoke in favor. Many did really understand that you can't really allow just SXS & not ATV's under current DCNR related stuff. Many of the locals complaints were of dirtbikes & a few were complaining about snowmobiles as well lol. Most of the NEPa sno/ATV trails crew spoke at least once. Sean offered solutions in the form of DCNR grants for signage & was offering to coordinate with other suggestions. The meetings was held because some residents feel that they're being harassed by law enforcement as of late, when the attitude in the past was more laid back,& live & let live. There was proposed time & day limits/curfew, mentions of a pass to drive into town etc. The lackawanna county feasibility study was brought up. There was a local guy who is also an employee of Aoaa there who spoke of the benefits that Shamokin has experienced. Another person brought up Potter County & what's going on there. Those in favor were pointing out economic gain for the community if off roaders were allowed access to town & "other trails". The meeting lasted about an hour & a half. I didn't speak, I felt it best to observe & learn, get the vibes of those in favor & concerns of those opposed . I think we should keep our ears to the ground here. It could set a precedent for the rest of the area & surrounding areas. Our politicians are starting to recognize that we take our hard earned $$$ elsewhere at a loss to our local communities, so that we can ride without hassle 👍😉

That's good news and very encouraging. More trails means more money for each community.

Link for the information about the 2024 Pilot riding season. Passes go on sale April 15th. You can download and mail the form in from the website https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/Recreation/WhatToDo/ATVRiding/NorthcentralRegionalATVTrail/Pages/default.aspx

thanks Jim

https://www.lackawannacounty.org/news_detail_T8_R281.php

Anytime 👍😉

Good information. Thanks.

Thanks for sharing the information.

My camper came prepped for a Furion camera so that is what I went with.

On 3/12 close to a dozen Valley ATV Club members attended the meeting. We were among an estimated 200+, both in person & online. We were well received. There were also several board members from NEPa sno trails in the room. I knew they were having their meeting on the 13th & adjusted my schedule so I could attend it. A lot was discussed. On the downside they voted to increase the cost of a trail pass to $75/season. On the positive side they are collaborating with Jim Kemmerer of the Lakewood Lodge to get roads opened in Preston township. They also have gotten uniondale to open up the road between Backwoods BBQ & The Beacon Bar & Grill. They are also developing a few loop trails off of the O&W. Their attitude about expanding south seems to have changed drastically in the last year. They also seem to be wanting to position themselves to take responsibility of managing the proposed riding areas in Carbondale. After the meeting I was talking with Sean, one of their board members, & he told me his vision is to create a 500 mile or more trail system. I offered my help if & when necessary. He suggested that our clubs might want to consider collaborating. I urge all that can attend the NEPa sno trails meetings to do so. They're normally the 2nd Tuesday of the month @6pm 1108 lower main street Forest City. They have a Facebook page. Normally their meetings are public every other month. The private meetings are board of directors meetings. I intend to go to their meetings whenever I am in town. It would be nice if one or two of our members could get on their board of directors, to help steer things in a better direction. They're finally realizing that their isn't enough snow to keep them going 👍😝 That's all I have to report. Feel free to comment & give feedback etc

Thank You ! What rear view camera did you go with ?My dealer recommended vision works. I went on their website & they have a system that integrates w/your trucks existing backup monitor. I don't really want another gizmo cluttering my cab. We're gonna be running a C.B. & I have never had any luck w/suction cups on my windshields. Too much nicotine lol 👍😝

I up graded my hitch when I got my new camper. I went with the Equalizer 4 Point hitch. It is for weight distribution and sway control. I read alot of reviews on line about it before I purchased it. I only used it once on a 2 hour trip to bring my camper home and it worked good. I recommend having the dealership install it for you when you pick up your camper. It is important to have it adjusted properly.

Thanks Mike for the update. I plan on attending the meeting

UPDATE: Virtual Option Now Available We encourage in-person attendance, however for those that need to attend virtually, please click here to register for online participation. A link to join the meeting will be sent to those who register for virtual attendance. In-person attendees do not need to register.

Join Us for the Public Meeting! The County is conducting an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Feasibility Study to assess utilizing local lands for motorized recreation. The public meeting will provide an opportunity to hear your feedback on the potential opportunities for legal motorized recreation in Lackawanna County. What you can expect: Update on the study Property analysis Survey results Opportunity for open discussion/feedback March 12, 2024 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Lackawanna County Center for Public Safety 30 Valley View Drive Jessup, PA 18434 For questions about the public meeting please contact Danyel Patrick at 717-221-2080 or danyel.patrick@mbakerintl.com.

Is there a preferred type or brand of anti-sway hitch systems ? It seems like it's a necessary accessory & pricey. I'd like to buy one that works best. Opinions, input & comments from personal experience are much appreciated O

If anyone from the club can participate it would be helpful. The date is a Wednesday. You can use Valley ATV Club as the organization when you register. The "Register Now" button is in the lower right in yellow. It may have copied over small. Lackawanna County is conducting an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Feasibility Study to assess utilizing local lands for motorized recreation. You are invited to take part in our virtual ATV Enthusiast Focus Group meeting on February 21st from 11:00 - 12:00. The small group discussion will provide an overview of the study goals and an opportunity to hear your feedback on the potential opportunities for legal motorized recreation in Lackawanna County. Some of the topics for discussion will include: Is there a need for motorized recreation area in the County? What are the biggest challenges to establishing a facility? Where are the best locations in the County for a motorized recreation facility? Please register online by clicking the “Register Now” button below. You may also register by contacting Danyel Patrick at 717-221-2080 or danyel.patrick@mbakerintl.com. A confirmation email with a link to the online meeting will be sent after you complete the registration form. Your registration for this meeting must be received by Feb. 20th.

Has anyone had any experience good/bad with Meyers RV or Stoltzfus RV ? I am looking at a Salem FSX 190RTK & so far Stoltzfus came in with best price. Meyers was about $6k more but is offering to attempt to meet or beat, but that sales person reminds me of shady R.E. agents in the mid 90's lol.

I reached out to them. They're looking. Think I might have found one. Forest river Salem FSX 190 RTKX has 17' of garage space & is like 26' long. They also make the same thing in their Wildwood lineup. Trying to determine difference. Got quote from Stoltzfus of just under 32k out the door. He was 1k under an alleged wholesaler in Ohio lol 👍😝 There is a 10-12 week lead time on orders. We have a Fla trip planned in May for nephews graduation & I plan to visit an old buddy from work who rides m.c. & offroads too 👍😉

did you scout out the old Pocono RV place in Wind Gap, they have a big selection.

https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/DCNR_details.aspx?newsid=1049&fbclid=IwAR1fCCFXVPUVnu4mNQBNbXiJq40u5QfmADQ_uP8isTiH_rlMBvVBWlZ3lss DCNR Announces ATV Regional Trail Connector in Northcentral Pennsylvania through 2025 01/18/2024 Harrisburg, PA -- The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced today it will operate an ATV Regional Trail Connector through the 2025 riding season, following the conclusion of the ATV Regional Trail Connector in 2023. DCNR published an ATV Regional Pilot Report (PDF), which shares findings regarding the pilot on the department’s website. The Fiscal Code in the 2023-24 state budget instructed DCNR to continue operating the regional system for 2024 and 2025, as the agency’s authority for the pilot program has ended. This is an interim administrative measure prior to the establishment of a multi-jurisdictional authority. The ATV Regional Trail Connector pilot was created in response to growing ATV purchases, registrations, and public demand for increased riding opportunities. Through collaborations with public and private partners, the pilot offered long-distance riding opportunities and contribute to local economies, while maintaining the many uses and values of the state forest system. DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry implemented a comprehensive monitoring program to evaluate the pilots social, environmental, and economic impact. Detailed information regarding monitoring can be found in the legislative report (PDF), including the key finding that a multi-jurisdictional authority is necessary to operate a trail connector program moving forward to ensure proper staffing, budget, and expertise to address the needs of the trail system. Other highlights include: Short-term impacts of the pilot placed minimal impacts on state forest resources Riders were generally satisfied with the pilot 71 percent of non-motorized recreationists shared dissatisfaction with the pilot Citing dust, noise, and the availability of law enforcement resources, 46 percent of residents expressed dissatisfaction with the pilot DCNR issued 10,779 passes cumulatively during the three seasons of the ATV pilot, with riders from Pennsylvania and 19 other states purchasing passes for the trail system Economic monitoring estimated a total economic impact of $8.2 million in 2022 and $11.7 million in 2023 for Potter and Tioga counties Routes used for the pilot were made possible through engaged involvement and cooperation of local townships to open their roads to ATV use. The 2023 pilot route included 374 miles total comprised of township roads, state forest roads and trails, and PennDOT-administered roads. The 2024 route will remain the same and information on the routes, passes, and maps will be shared in early spring 2024. Visit DCNR’s website for more information about ATV riding opportunities in state forests, and check out DCNR’s Calendar of Events for events on public lands. MEDIA CONTACT: Wesley Robinson, 717-877-6315

I've used atvtrader to find my last few atvs & autotrader to find my last 5 vehicles & the search parameters are broad. It seems the toyhauler search engines focus more on advertising the amenities than they do the functionality. There is no option for extra large garage 😐

That's a lot of legwork. I was hoping to find a simpler way. I found one unicorn by accident w/17' garage & decent layout, from forest river but only found one for sale used in texas. I saw a momentum w/16'+ garage but bathroom layout sucks. They put the toilet right in front of the shower at an angle & a Murphy bed 👍😝. It didn't bother me but Denise said no lol. That one is 26', where as the forest river is 33' I want to be able to put the Harley trike & a SXS or the ATV in plus the kayaks & go 👍😉 I have a trip to Florida in May for nephews graduation. It would be nice to hit some trails while we're there 👍😉