People always ask what SAMA means. It started as kind of a joke. It was a sleeting, snowy day in early December. My friend and I were surfing a swell in Grand Haven. I looked over at him knowing we were supposed to both be at pre-Christmas family functions soon, and said "We are like Self Absorbed Michigan Adventurers." That kind of stuck, and like many of our friends we have a common passion for outdoor sports in Michigan, and we go out in any weather to get our sessions. He replied "Ya, SAMA!"

So it was born, the SAMA logo was fashioned by another like minded surfer friend from Grand Haven. SAMA is for all of you year round Michiganders and vacationers who know, love, and respect all the outdoor activities there are to do in Michigan. No matter the weather you will find us us out enjoying all the benefits of our unique freshwater paradise.

Sunday, June 7, 2009

OWASIPPE IS OPEN!!!



The news is in!!!

It's what we all have waited nearly a year for because there is no substitute for the Big "O". Effective immediately, Owasippe is open for your suffering pleasure. Now be clear that Matt VanderSys and Endurance Adventures, LLC has been the one fighting in the trenches and paying the big bucks to get you back out there. The new terms will be announced in detail soon and they are a winning situation for all trail users. For now, you must pay Al at the maintenance garage located south of the parking lot/trail head. The cost is now $6 p/day and $60 p/year (fiscal year is June1 to June1) for an individual trail user. Matt is still negotiating a family rate. The Camp still closes on June 15th - August 15th. Matt has reported to me that the trails are well-rested and in great shape with the expected, occasional downed tree. Unfortunately the hills have not gotten smaller! We will plan a trail day soon after the Scouts leave in August. Sign up through me at northsidebiker@yahoo.com.

It must be clear that nobody rides for free. It's not the Boy Scouts that you cheat but local people who have worked very hard so you can play there once again.

This is West Michigan singletrack at its best. Enjoy!!
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