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LAKE EFFECT TRAILBREAKERS INC
Sinclairville, NY · EIN 223837175 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE N32 · Recreation & Sports · Micro (<$100K) · trailbreakers.com
revenue
$57K
expenses
$33K
net assets
$127K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

1)PROMOTE AND EDUCATE THE SAFETY OF SNOW MOBILING AND SUPPORT THE PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES 2)GROOM, MARK AND MAINTAIN SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

profile · synthesized from sources

Lake Effect Trailbreakers Inc is a volunteer-driven snowmobile club based in Sinclairville, New York, dedicated to maintaining and grooming over 45 miles of snowmobile trails in Chautauqua County. The organization promotes snowmobiling safety, protects natural resources, and relies on member support, private landowner partnerships, and state trail grants to sustain trail operations. Their efforts enable safe, accessible winter recreation across a well-marked and consistently groomed trail network.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Landowner Partnership Program
Secures and maintains trail access across private lands through agreements with over 150 landowners in Chautauqua County
Safety and Education Outreach
Promotes safe snowmobiling practices, trail etiquette, and responsible riding through public messaging and club engagement
Trail Grooming and Maintenance
Volunteer-led grooming and upkeep of over 45 miles of state-funded and club-maintained snowmobile trails using two Tucker Sno-Cat 2000 groomers and Sno-Paver drags
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Snowmobile Trail Maintenance & Safety 7 activities
    • Facilitate discounted snowmobile registration for members
      Issues membership vouchers that enable members to receive discounts on snowmobile registration fees through the New York State DMV, increasing affordability and participation.
    • Groom and maintain snowmobile trails
      Grooms and maintains over 70 miles of snowmobile trails in Chautauqua County, NY, including state-funded corridor trails and unfunded club trails, using Class A Tucker grooming machines and Sno-Paver drags. Volunteers perform seasonal trail marking, hazard removal, and sign installation and removal.
    • Operate trail conditions hotline
      Runs a trail conditions hotline that provides snowmobilers with up-to-date information on trail status, improving safety and accessibility during riding seasons.
    • Provide equipment and resources for trail maintenance
      Supplies members with a Polaris Ranger 1000 and a 16-foot trailer for trail marking and trimming activities, supporting volunteer-led trail upkeep and infrastructure maintenance.
    • Secure and manage trail access agreements
      Maintains access to snowmobile trails through agreements with over 150 private landowners, ensuring continuous and legal trail routing across private property in the region.
    • Secure grant funding for trail equipment and operations
      Obtained a Recreational Trail Program (RTP) grant in 2015 to purchase a Tucker 2000 groomer and Sno-Paver drag, and uses snowmobile registration fee grants to support trail maintenance operations.
    • Support snowmobiling safety and environmental protection education
      Provides education and promotes best practices in snowmobiling safety and natural resource protection to support responsible trail use and environmental stewardship.
  • Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
    • Raise funds for trail operations
      Raises funds through club-led fundraising initiatives and public donations to support ongoing trail grooming, maintenance, and operational costs.
  • Recreational Trail Development and Maintenance 1 activity
    • Undertake trail infrastructure improvement projects
      Built a bridge in the Town of Gerry, NY to eliminate a hazardous 500-foot trail segment near a large creek, improving safety and continuity of trail access.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Organize fundraising events for trail maintenance
      Hosted an annual Sno-Cross race at the Gerry Rodeo Grounds to raise funds, enabling the purchase of two trail groomers within two years of the organization’s formation.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$57K
Contributions & grants$38K67%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$9052%
Other revenue$305
expenses
Total expenses$33K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$127K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$127K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • Bob Volpe — TRUSTEE
  • Bryce Larson — TRUSTEE
  • Frank Greco — TRUSTEE
  • JORDAN RICOTTA — TRUSTEE
  • JOSH RICOTTA — TRUSTEE
  • KIRK GOTT — TRUSTEE
  • LANCE HEDLUND — TRUSTEE
relationships · 26

Who they work with

  • 3 Seas Recreation Partner — Snowmobile dealer in Mayville, NY providing parts, accessories, and repairs.
  • Best Western Partner — Hotel in Jamestown, NY offering snowmobiler special rates, indoor pool, and breakfast.
  • Cherry Creek Inn Bed & Breakfast Partner — Bed and breakfast located near the trail in Cherry Creek, NY, serving snowmobilers.
  • Comfort Inn Partner — Hotel in Jamestown, NY offering snowmobiler special rates and large trailer parking.
  • Conti's Overtime Partner — New sponsor and trail-accessible location in Kennedy, NY, open to snowmobilers.
  • Elibomwons (Randolph) Snowmobile Club Partner — Collaborates on maintenance of Trail S13 in the Kennedy/Swamp Rd./County Line Rd. area.
  • Ellington Rod & Gun Club Partner — Club in Ellington, NY welcoming snowmobilers with food and beverages, accessed via side trail off C1.
  • Forestville Lodge Partner — Lodge with direct access to the C1 main snowmobile trail, offering hotel-style rooms and group rates.
  • Gerry Rodeo Grounds Partner — Large plowed parking area in Gerry, NY with direct access to C1D snowmobile trail and ample trailer parking.
  • Gilbert's Cabins Partner — Cabins located near the trail in Cassadaga, NY, providing lodging for trail users.
  • Hampton Inn Partner — Hotel in Jamestown, NY offering snowmobiler special rates and large trailer parking.
  • Harris Hill State Forest Partner — Public forest with maintained parking and adjacent snowmobile trail access in Gerry, NY.
  • Holiday Inn Express Partner — Hotel in Jamestown, NY offering snowmobiler special rates and large trailer parking.
  • NYS Departments of Motor Vehicles Government — Administers snowmobile registration fees that fund trail maintenance grants.
  • NYS Dept of Parks Government — Provides Trail Maintenance Entity grant funding through snowmobile registration fees.
  • NYSSA Network — Member of the New York State Snowmobile Association, enabling access to member discounts and registration benefits.
  • NYSSA Partner — Collaborates on snowmobile registration vouchers and the NYSSA Mobile APP for trail navigation and updates.
  • New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Government — Partner agency through which members register snowmobiles using club-issued vouchers for discounted fees.
  • New York State Snowmobile Association Network — Club members automatically become members of the New York State Snowmobile Association (NYSSA), indicating formal affiliation.
  • Rattle Snake Ranch Partner — Cabins located on the trail in Cherry Creek, NY, offering accommodations for snowmobilers.
  • Rogers & Sons, Inc. Partner — Snowmobile dealer in Cherry Creek, NY providing parts, accessories, and repairs.
  • Schutts Saw & Mower Service Partner — Snowmobile dealer in Jamestown, NY providing parts, accessories, and repairs.
  • Shur Fine grocery Partner — Store in Kennedy, NY with large plowed parking lot and gas station accessible to snowmobiles.
  • Sinclairville Superette Partner — Restaurant and grocery store on Main Street in Sinclairville, NY, accessible via snowmobile trail with gas pumps and food service.
  • The Hanson House Partner — Rental property located on the club's trail system (C1D) providing lodging for snowmobilers.
  • The Office Restaurant Partner — Restaurant in Kennedy, NY located at the trailhead across from trail S13, open to snowmobilers.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Land Access Partnership Strategy
    methodology: land_access_negotiation
    By securing permissions and insurance agreements with private landowners, the organization ensures continuous and connected snowmobile trails, because enabling access to private land is essential for regional trail network viability and long-term sport sustainability.
  • Mechanized Trail Grooming for Rideability
    methodology: mechanized_trail_maintenance
    By using specialized snowmobile grooming vehicles with Sno-Paver drags, the organization maintains consistent, high-quality trail surfaces across the regional network, because reliable trail conditions increase user safety, accessibility, and overall snowmobiling engagement.
  • Volunteer-Driven Trail Maintenance Model
    methodology: volunteer_driven_trail_maintenance
    By mobilizing volunteer labor and community fundraising, the organization sustains high-quality trail conditions and infrastructure improvements, because collective community ownership increases stewardship, reduces operational costs, and strengthens long-term trail sustainability.