In 2022 the Iron Dog Brigade is recognizing an individual from the Industry/Government side of snowmobiling with the Distinguished Service Award. This person has been heavily involved  in snowmobiling and has dedicated countless time and endless effort to the sport and promotion of safe family snowmobiling.

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This individual has a broad range of knowledge and history with snowmobiling, as well as his passion for the sport. Christopher Gamache started working in 2001 for the State of New Hampshire as Bureau Trail Chief. He was a consistent guiding force for the sport in New Hampshire, and with his leadership several major program improvements took place. In 2008, Chris was honored by being awarded the International Snowmobile Administrator of the Year and became an Iron Dog in 2016.

In 2020, Chris became the Trails Manager for Polaris Ride Command. This was a seamless transition for Chris because of his background in snowmobiling and his many years of interaction with snowmobilers and understanding snowmobile trails. The Ride Command system is a snowmobile app specifically designed to enhance your riding experience with an integrated in-vehicle communication system.

Chris has always been considered a leader regionally, nationally, and internationally on all issues that relate to motorized trails and outdoor recreation – traditional uses as well as new and emerging trail related recreation activities. Chris eventually became chairperson of the IASA. In that capacity, Chris served on the ISC Planning Committee. He was a great resource for this group.

 Chris has always been a team player. He understands the importance of volunteers and snowmobiling and everyone working toward the same common goals. He always participates in meetings and discussions and more importantly, he always follows through on promises and commitments he makes.

It’s exciting to see Chris’ son carrying on with the passion for snowmobiling and his involvement and leadership with his college team at the clean Snowmobile Challenge. It is heart-warming to hear that he introduced the love of riding to his engineer teammates, who are now also snowmobile enthusiasts!

Many people have mentioned what a pleasure it is to work with Chris & that hasn’t changed whether he is in a paid position or a volunteer position.

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It is without doubt that with all the demanding work,  diligence, and commitment to the sport of snowmobiling, Chris Gamache is deserving of the prestigious Iron Dog Brigade Distinguished Service Award.