We're Full! But you can add your name to the Wait List! And you can still ride for 1 or 2 days!
We would love to have you join our ride and you have a few options! As it says above, our full-time rider list is full (we can only allow 40 per our permit), but we can add day-riders for up to 2 days. Same thing, sign-up using the form below, indicate which days you'd like to ride with us on the form.
You can ride 1-2 days with the group. You pay a $50 entry fee per day. 2 day max. You will get a hat while supplies last. You don't get the shirt or discount at the Banquet, but you can purchase hats and shirts (please request prior to Nov 1st if possible). Ride 3 or more days / Full-time Riders (we hope you'll join us for the week!) requires the $75 registration fee + a minimum of $500 in pledges. The $500 is a suggested amount and if you can't quite come up with that much, don't worry. Use the Pledge Form to keep track of your supporters and use the Receipt page to provide receipts for those pledges (they are tax deductible!). If you'd like to order additional caps, tee-shirts or sweatshirts, please contact Mark Smolen at (406) 407-0301. Caps are $25, Tee-shirts range from $20-30 (depending on size) and Sweatshirts are $40-65 (depending on size). Prices may vary due to the number we order--may go up or down a bit. Registration and Rules for the Ride:
You can use the Receipt Page to give to donors.
By signing up and paying your registration fee, you hereby agree to the following:
I hereby agree to indemnify, protect and hold harmless the MONTANA SNOWMOBILE ASSOCIATION, INC., AND ANY MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION, any of their member clubs, their directors, officers, employees or agents from and against any action, suit, claim, damage, liability, obligation, and expenses (including court costs and attorney fees) for any harm of any kind whatsoever caused to me or to any other person or property or in any way arising from my participation in the TRANS-MONTANA SNOWMOBILE RIDE. I hereby specifically waive any claim that I may have against any of the above named parties in conjunction with travel from my home to the start of the TRANS-MONTANA SNOWMOBILE RIDE and back to my home. I certify that I have read the WAIVER AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT and agree to its provisions. (Stripe charges 2.9% + $0.30, so we add those fees below) Only use the button below to sign up as a Rider! Use the Donate Page to make donations or support riders. On the payment completion page, there's a link to the the Sign Up Form (which we need you to return to us). Without it, we don't know what shirt/hat to order!!! Or just use the Registration form shown above, fill it out and send it in with a check! Some folks like to just pay for everything (Registration and Pledge Money) all at once--we understand! Just use the Sign up section below to do so. We've added the credit card fees we lose OR you can just send a check for the exact amount without fees ($575 per rider). Send a check to: Trans-Montana 2017 13th St S.W. Great Falls, MT 59404 All riders must fill out and submit the electronic form below. There is no longer a paper form. Scroll down to see the entire form. Forms must be submitted by November 1 to be eligible for hats/shirts. Rider Sign-up Payment Only ($75 + Fees)Use the buttons below to signup for the ride ($75 + Transaction Fees Only--you will supply sponsors or donations separately).
You can pay for multiple riders at once using the link/QR below.
Signup + Donation
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Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
Q: Do we actually ride snowmobiles/snow bikes across the entire state?
A: No. The TMR is a week long series of rides in 5-6 different areas. We drive/trailer the sleds between each location. But we do traverse the state from north to south (more or less...see Route page)!
Q: Who provides the equipment?
A: Each rider is responsible for providing their own equipment. Rental equipment may be available in/near most of the riding locations if you wanted/needed to rent snowmobiles (you would be responsible for all arrangements). Rentals are difficult in many locations, but are possible in some areas.
Q: Does TMR transport our sleds?
A: No. Each rider is responsible for transporting their own gear.
Q: Where do we stay each night?
A: The TMR organizes where we stay, but each rider is responsible for making their own reservations. The TMR works to get a special discount at each hotel for the group. Riders pay for their own hotels. Riders are not required to stay at the venue the TMR chooses.
Q: How much does this all cost?
A: Not counting the Registration fees/pledges to TMR/NAMI, one should budget the following:
Lodging: $600, Meals: $200-300, Snowmobile Fuel: $2-300, Vehicle Fuel: $3-500
Many riders share rooms/trucks/trailers and split the costs to save money.
Q: What kind of gear do I need?
A: We ride trails and off-trail, so a mountain or cross-over sled is recommended (mountain sleds are most common). Snow bikes are also welcome! You should also have the normal safety gear (shovel, avalanche beacon, radio, first aid kit, tethered engine shut-off). Obviously, it's winter so warm clothing is a must. Your sled/bike must also be properly registered and have the appropriate Montana Trail Pass. If you do not have avalanche safety equipment, please call or email Wally or Mark to discuss.
Q: What if I just like trail riding?
A: No problem! There are days where we may split the group into back-country riders and trail/easy-riders. We also have the local club riders guide us each day so that we see the best they have and make sure we go places that keep us safe. If you are from out of state, we try to have a good trail ride for trail riders, but some days are more "mountain riding". Call Mark to discuss if you have concerns.
Q: Is there any age limit to ride the TMR?
A: Riders must be 16 or be with a parent (same rules as the state of Montana). There is no upper age limit...many of our riders are retired and enjoying the ride every year. Last year our wisest rider was 76 years young!
Q: Can women do this ride?
A: You betcha! We encourage women to come ride with us...it's just too beautiful and fun to stay home! We have had many women do the ride.
Q: Can I ride just for 1 or 2 days and do I have to come up with $500 in pledges?
A: Yes, you can ride for a day or two with us and just pay a $50 Registration Fee per day (no hat, discounts). No, you don't have to come up with the pledge money if you are riding two days or less. We ask those that are riding more than two days to consider yourself a full-time rider and collect/donate the pledge money.
Q: Can my company sponsor the ride and get promoted?
A: Absolutely! We are seeking corporate sponsors of all sizes--all monies raised will go to NAMI. See our Donate Page for more! To see our current sponsors, see our Sponsors Page!
Q: Can I supply cash and physical donations worth more than $500 for the auction and have it count for my contribution?
A: Absolutely! All we ask is that you truly believe we'll get at least $500 total when we auction off your items (silent / live auction at the MSA Banquet).
Q: Do I have to donate the entire $500 or can I have my friends and family make smaller donations on my behalf?
A: Many folks direct their friends to our Donation page. Please just have them send us a quick email at donation@trans-montana.org to tell us who they are supporting.
Q: Do we actually ride snowmobiles/snow bikes across the entire state?
A: No. The TMR is a week long series of rides in 5-6 different areas. We drive/trailer the sleds between each location. But we do traverse the state from north to south (more or less...see Route page)!
Q: Who provides the equipment?
A: Each rider is responsible for providing their own equipment. Rental equipment may be available in/near most of the riding locations if you wanted/needed to rent snowmobiles (you would be responsible for all arrangements). Rentals are difficult in many locations, but are possible in some areas.
Q: Does TMR transport our sleds?
A: No. Each rider is responsible for transporting their own gear.
Q: Where do we stay each night?
A: The TMR organizes where we stay, but each rider is responsible for making their own reservations. The TMR works to get a special discount at each hotel for the group. Riders pay for their own hotels. Riders are not required to stay at the venue the TMR chooses.
Q: How much does this all cost?
A: Not counting the Registration fees/pledges to TMR/NAMI, one should budget the following:
Lodging: $600, Meals: $200-300, Snowmobile Fuel: $2-300, Vehicle Fuel: $3-500
Many riders share rooms/trucks/trailers and split the costs to save money.
Q: What kind of gear do I need?
A: We ride trails and off-trail, so a mountain or cross-over sled is recommended (mountain sleds are most common). Snow bikes are also welcome! You should also have the normal safety gear (shovel, avalanche beacon, radio, first aid kit, tethered engine shut-off). Obviously, it's winter so warm clothing is a must. Your sled/bike must also be properly registered and have the appropriate Montana Trail Pass. If you do not have avalanche safety equipment, please call or email Wally or Mark to discuss.
Q: What if I just like trail riding?
A: No problem! There are days where we may split the group into back-country riders and trail/easy-riders. We also have the local club riders guide us each day so that we see the best they have and make sure we go places that keep us safe. If you are from out of state, we try to have a good trail ride for trail riders, but some days are more "mountain riding". Call Mark to discuss if you have concerns.
Q: Is there any age limit to ride the TMR?
A: Riders must be 16 or be with a parent (same rules as the state of Montana). There is no upper age limit...many of our riders are retired and enjoying the ride every year. Last year our wisest rider was 76 years young!
Q: Can women do this ride?
A: You betcha! We encourage women to come ride with us...it's just too beautiful and fun to stay home! We have had many women do the ride.
Q: Can I ride just for 1 or 2 days and do I have to come up with $500 in pledges?
A: Yes, you can ride for a day or two with us and just pay a $50 Registration Fee per day (no hat, discounts). No, you don't have to come up with the pledge money if you are riding two days or less. We ask those that are riding more than two days to consider yourself a full-time rider and collect/donate the pledge money.
Q: Can my company sponsor the ride and get promoted?
A: Absolutely! We are seeking corporate sponsors of all sizes--all monies raised will go to NAMI. See our Donate Page for more! To see our current sponsors, see our Sponsors Page!
Q: Can I supply cash and physical donations worth more than $500 for the auction and have it count for my contribution?
A: Absolutely! All we ask is that you truly believe we'll get at least $500 total when we auction off your items (silent / live auction at the MSA Banquet).
Q: Do I have to donate the entire $500 or can I have my friends and family make smaller donations on my behalf?
A: Many folks direct their friends to our Donation page. Please just have them send us a quick email at donation@trans-montana.org to tell us who they are supporting.