The ride will start at 9:00 am on September 21st, Saturday. It will stage from the Sheep Coral just off 117 on 117c.

1. From the intersection of 73 and 260, basically Hon Dah Casino,
2. Go east on 260 for about 24 miles to FS 117.  The 117 is 2.8 miles past 273, which is the turn off to Sunrise Ski Resort.
3. Turn left on FS 117
4. Go about 0.9 miles on FS 117 and turn left on 117C

The Sheep Coral is basically right there as you turn left

If you’re camping, continue on 117c for about 0.4 miles.  The camping area is kind’a up the hill and around the turn on the left.  As always, look for the WMOTA signs.

The ride is planned for about 40 miles.  As always, bring your lunch and plenty of hydration fluids.  Rain gear is also probably desirable.  We expect to be back to the staging area at about 3ish o’clock.       

Jack R. Dyer                                     

Apache County ATV & WMOTA Club Members

October Joint Club Ride

It is hard to believe Fall will soon be here. The days are warm to very warm, there is no hint of the leaves changing color. The temperatures will soon begin to drop, especially in the higher elevations, and the Aspens will put on a golden show for all to see.

The October club ride is a joint ride with Apache County ATV and White Mountain Open Trails Association (WMOTA). The trail ride is a fall colors ride, the ride is scheduled for Saturday, October 12th and will depart the staging area at 9 am. The ride leaders will be Ron Rickel and Monica Barajas and the tail gunners will be Brett and Paula Bartels.

The ride will stage from the Sheep Corrals located at the junction of forest roads 117 and 117C. The Sheep Corrals are a little less than 1 mile north of Highway 260 and southeast of Greens Peak. The below graphic shows the location of the staging area. The ride is only 33 miles long, and will be a slower pace than normal, with frequent stops to allow riders to take pictures – since the purpose of the ride is to enjoy the fall colors. The ride leader used parts of club rides Juan Garcia 1, Juan Garcia 2, Green Peak, and Fred’s trail with the intent of staying in Aspens as much as possible. The ride is easy and very colorful, bring your camera and be prepared to take some great pictures of the beautiful scenery. Be sure to bring snacks, lunch, drinks, and be ready for a wonderful ride.

This ride is a great opportunity to introduce a friend or neighbor to the fun times the clubs have. Invite non-members to join the ride and experience the great times the clubs have and introduce them to the club members participating in the ride.

Charles Wood……………..

WMOTA’s September 12, Membership Meeting and BBQ
Members, your BOD has decided to host a BBQ Rib dinner instead of a Rodeo or Summer Social this year.  This is a FOR MEMBERS ONLY dinner with our regular meeting to follow.
Where:  Fool Hollow Lake, Meadowlark Ramada, 1500 Fools Hollow Rd., Show Low, Arizona            Follow our WMOTA signs to Meadowlark Ramada
When:  Thursday, September 12, 2019
Time:   Dinner at 5:00 pm with our meeting to follow
Thanks to Barbara Brady there is no entrance fee to the park for this event and no charge to WMOTA for the use of a Ramada. 
You must have a reservation to attend this dinner.  If you didn’t sign up at our last meeting, you must reply to this email by September 2, 2019, in order to attend the dinner.  We need an accurate count of attendees for the caterer. 
If you wish an adult beverage please bring your own, we will furnish water, Ice Tea and Lemonade to drink.

We just completed the Club’s August Camp & Ride.  The camp and staging area was along FS 99 in the Forest Lakes area.

Steve and Lila Dudley lead the Saturday ride and our thanks to them for a great ride.  We had 26 machines on the ride.

The Cub also provided a pancake breakfast before the ride.  Although we didn’t count those at breakfast it was about 50.  Thanks to all those who worked to make this breakfast a success.  I’d try to name names, but I sure I’d forget someone and then be in trouble.  😊

Also, thanks to everyone who help with the breakfast take down and clean up.  We everyone helping we were able to get the table and chairs back in the Clubs trailer quickly and the ride started on time.

The Cub’s next meeting will be September 12^th and the ride will be the 21^st.  Expect details to follow before then.

The Cub is always looking for things to do with its members.  This month’s breakfast was an example.  Our September meeting at Fools Hollow Lake with dinner is another example.  Expect more details on the September meeting plans as the date approaches.  For example, who would be interested in:

·         A night ride on or near October 13^th, the full moon.

·         A wenny roast, or some other social function (wine and cheese, beer and peanuts) on a Saturday following a Club ride

·         A lunch ride to Trappers in November.  We’ll most likely do this. The point is your officers don’t have any corner on ideas and we’d love to hear what you think would be fun.  So, don’t be shy, let us hear your ideas.

Directions:

Head south on Highway 260,  pass Junction 73 at the Hon-Dah Casino. continue on highway 260  approximately 20.4 miles and Turn Right at the 273 toward BIG LAKE. Go approximately 14.7 miles and Turn LEFT at the 116 road. Go down a dirt road for about 1.2 miles to the camping area. There will be WMOTA signs posted to help guide the way.

We plan on leaving the camping area at about 9:00 am on Saturday July 27th. The ride is About 50 miles . Plan on bringing rain gear just in case  Also lunch and drinks

There will be a Poker Run on the ride and if you would like to participate, a Happy Hour after the ride at the camping area.

Look forward to seeing you there! Barb and Dawn

“The Saturday ride will leave the camping area on the 409 road at 9:00 am and travel North along Lightening Ridge, crossing over Pool Knoll and proceeding to an overlook of Greer. We will then proceed South across open fields to Burro Mountain, where rocky trails will provide some 4-wheel, low gear travel. Morse Spring water is cool, crystal clear and delicious. Off the mountain and across toward Big Lake, hopefully herds of elk will be seen along the way before returning to the camp staging area, a total of 45.8 miles and some of the best trail riding the White Mountains has to offer. A lot of work went into developing this ride, pre-riding it and clearing the trails of fallen trees, so hopefully you will find it enjoyable. Bring lunch, water, and rain suits.”

“We will no doubt have a campfire, liquid refreshments, and pot luck hor d’ oeuvres Friday evening for those who camp and Saturday for all who stay after the ride.”