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The mountains around Meeker are perfect for snowmobiling.

During the winter months, all access roads into the Blanco Ranger District of the White River National Forest are closed because of snow accumulation. These roads, miles of trails and thousands of acres of open parks provide almost unlimited opportunity to enjoy the sport.

The only part of the district closed to snowmobile use is the Flat Tops Wilderness. Usually, good snowmobiling begins in late November and lasts until mid-April.

J.H. Sheridan loves riding a snowmobile and thinks everyone should at least try it.

"There is nothing like it," he said.

Sheridan sees the importance of being connected to a formal group and encourages riders to become members. He is a member of the White River Snow Machine Club based in Meeker.

"Our club belongs to the Colorado Snowmobile Association," he said.

The CSA comprises 16 clubs in the state. Sheridan said being organized keeps the members abreast of new laws and regulations, new safety features and links members with other groups.

CSA has nine districts in the state. The White River club is in district two, whose chairman is Ron Spencer of Craig.

"We have good communication with the Craig group, which is a very active group," Sheridan said.

He said the White River group has about 40 members and is always looking for more members. "The more people the better," he said.

The club has a grooming machine and keeps the trails in and around Meeker in shape during the winter months.

Sheridan said the club welcomes snow machine enthusiasts to come to Meeker and experience what they have to offer.

"We have a great group and have lots of fun," he said. n