Riding with Randy
It could take a lifetime to see all of the trails
Going for the long haul: Randy Kirk, along with his friends and family, enjoys long-distance rides. —photo courtesy of Randy Kirk
How long have you lived in the area?
My whole life—47 years.
And how long have you been sledding?
Forty-seven years. No, not quite that long. Probably since I was about six.
What was your first sled?
A 1970 Ski-Doo Nordic. I had that until about 1980. We used that on the farm until it finally gave up the ghost. There were better and newer ones available, but I couldn’t convince Dad to get one.
How much sledding do you do?
Oh, I put on a minimum of 6,000 kilometres. We usually go to the groomed trails—Greenwater; Duck Mountain Provincial Park; up along the border to a place called Moose Range Lodge (and) the Hudson Bay area. There are thousands of miles of trails here and they all link up eventually.
Is the trail system in Saskatchewan that good?
It’s just amazing. When they’re all grooming, you can literally drive across the province. It’s quite a thing.
East central Saskatchewan contacts
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Give your seat new life with SaddleSkins
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The complete line of WARN® Powersports winches lets you ride with confidence knowing that when you need to pull yourself out of the muck or move a heavy load, you’ll be up to the task time and time again. Both the XT Extreme Terrain and RT Rugged Terrain winches are designed specifically for powersports vehicles. Standard features includes weather-resistant sealed construction; rugged and reliable three-stage planetary geartrains; patented disc brakes for enhanced control; efficient electrical systems for less battery drain; easy-to-use clutch dials; and legendary WARN quality. You can be assured these winches are the best on the market. Both the SaddleSkins and WARN Powersports winches are available at Recreation Supply Co. Ltd. in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
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East Central. SK
The destination for every level of sledder
You will find a surprise around every corner in Saskatchewan’s East Central region. The stunning transformation of the landscape from prairie to boreal forest showcases nature in its most grand form. Vast numbers of birds migrate through the area, making this an incredible destination for bird lovers. Unique communities are part of the mix, including four vibrant cities and a dynamic Ukrainian culture. Add a natural healing spa and a host of exciting events, not to mention a landscape that is truly a snowmobiler's dream. It is no wonder that our area won 11 Rider’s Choice Awards for our spectacular sledding terrain.
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Hudson Bay, Sk
Make tracks for Hudson Bay
With 595 kilometres of groomed trails and unlimited off-trail opportunities, the town of Hudson Bay invites sledders to see its abundance of wildlife and beautiful scenery. It is in close proximity to Wildcat Hill Provincial Wilderness Park, and a gateway to Porcupine Forest and the Pasquia Hills trail system.
Hudson Bay won several 2008 Rider’s Choice awards from SnoRiders magazine. They earned a bronze award for Favourite Scenic Snowmobiling Area, silver awards for both Favourite Groomed Trail Riding, and Favourite Area for Family Snowmobiling, and a platinum award for Favourite Overall Snowmobiling Area in Saskatchewan.Hudson Bay Tourism -
Yorkton, SK
A quality entertainment experience
The Painted Hand Casino is east-central Saskatchewan's number one entertainment attraction. With over 300,000 guests annually, the casino offers a wide array of entertainment options including all your favourite slot machines and game tables. This vast entertainment facility is a joint First Nations economic development project between the Yorkton Tribal Council and SIGA.
Conveniently located along Broadway Avenue in Yorkton, the casino is located near two major highways which pass by the area. The facility offers plenty of parking and numerous nearby amenities.Painted Hand Casino-Sask Indian Gaming Authority -
Rocanville, SK
Come in and save!
Universe Satellite Sales Ltd. has their customers' convenience and satisfaction in mind. They sell a wide range of products, from Star Choice digital satellite TV, to new and used leisure and sledding equipment—including Arctic Cat snowmobiles and top-selling brands of helmets and activewear. They also have one of the largest parts stock around and two factory-trained techs to work on your sled or ATV. Stop in and see their world class showroom, with exciting displays to catch your eye. The staff at Universe Satellite Sales are glad to be available for all your parts and service needs!
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The small shop with big service
Season's Edge Recreation has been serving Nipawin and surrounding area for more than 12 years, and we are dedicated to our customers' needs. Like our customers, we are also snowmobile and ATV enthusiasts.
Here at Season's Edge we ride what we sell so we are able to understand and respond to your needs. We know how important it is for you to have a great experience every time you ride.
On our days off, we look forward to jumping on our toys and hitting the trails or venturing out into the back country, so don't be suprised if you meet up with us next time you're out for a ride.Season's Edge Recreation
