Then
In 1964 a group of gentleman thought they would take their love of snowmobiling a step further and formed a club.
Monsieur Warren Michaud had a camp which became their first ‘Club House” The camp was named Red Arrow Camp.
After some time they decided to build their own club house which they build before permission was asked for the land. The cost of a 24 X 36 cabin was $2400.00. The little shack was called The Red Arrow Snowmobile Club after the first camp.
The club had 12 members. The groomer of choice was a bulldozer pulling a frame of a truck which had a whole 6 horse power engine. The trail was 9 miles long. That later grew into 80 miles of trail and took 24 hours to groom which was why they only groomed it twice a week. Money received from the state at the time was $800.00.
Now
Today the Red Arrow trail system has 80 miles and takes 12 hours to groom with our SnoCat Tucker
Our membership now averages 175 members.
The club has a garage behind the local fire station where the groomer is kept with the trail signs.
The club is fortunate to have a great group of volunteers each season to make your riding experience a memorable one that will keep you coming back each year.
The club holds two fundraising events each year, sells memberships to riders and business, and receives trail grants from the state of Maine to keep the trails maintained for your pleasure.
Visit the Maine Snowmobile Association for an interactive map of trails.
Consider supporting our club and become a member today.
Visit our membership page for more information.
Our Leaders
The Red Arrow Snowmobile Club has a President, Trail Boss and five Directors who help oversee the club. These individuals volunteer their time to help give direction to the club. Be sure to thank them for their time. The current board is listed below:
- President – Gerard Castonguay
- Trail Boss – Brian Beaulieu
- Director – Shane Chamberland
- Director – Gerry Beaulieu
- Director – Jason Daigle
- Director – Jeff Linscott
- Director – Shawn Ouellette