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New England! Enclosed please � nd the 2019/20 media kit for Snowmobile Vermont magazine, the o� cial publication of the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers.

Snowmobile Vermont features engaging editorial, current industry and club event coverage and a strong commitment and focus on human interest and lifestyle stories related to the snowmobile industry in Vermont. It is VAST’s mission that Snowmobile Vermont magazine engages members and readers with the culture and lifestyle of snowmobiling in our state.

As a valuable resource for avid and committed riders planning their winter adventures, Snowmobile Vermontputs your business literally in the hands of one of Vermont’s most precious tourism asset. Copies are mailed directly to all of our 22,000+ members and are also distributed throughout Vermont Welcome Centers, select Regional Chambers of Commerce, on newsstands in select Vermont country stores, in rooms at Vermont lodgings, restaurants and at snowmobile and powersports dealerships throughout Vermont and New England. Complimentary copies are delivered to key Vermont business leaders, state o� cials, members of the legislature and to doctor and dental o� ces around Vermont.

In addition to the printed magazine, we o� er an online e-edition version on our website. This digital edition includes live advertiser links with direct access to your business with a click.

Our annual publication, The Snow Traveler’s Guide, is available at Interstate Welcome Centers, businesses, restaurants and lodgings throughout Vermont in addition to trade show distribution in six states. This annual guide is a resource for all snowmobilers looking to stay, eat and play in our state. This guide delivers riders directly to your business with an ad and free listing for on-the-trail businesses who o� er particular amenities (food, gas or lodging).

I look forward to delivering on your investment, answering questions and hearing your feedback.

Sincerely,

Beth Godin, Media Managerbeth@vtvast.org (802) 229-0005 x1626 Vast Ln., Barre, VT 05641

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Snowmobiling brings over 500 MILLION dollars to Vermont’s economy!From staying in hotels to eating at restaurants and filling up on gas and

goodies at the general store, snowmobilers contribute greatly to our state’s tourism economy. Don’t miss your chance to market your business

or product directly to tens of thousands of snowmobilers.Enclosed please find the 2018/19 media kit for Snowmobile Vermont magazine,

the official publication of the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers.Snowmobile Vermont features engaging editorial, current industry and club event coverage and a strong commitment and focus on human interest and lifestyle

stories related to the snowmobile industry in Vermont. It is VAST’s mission that Snowmobile Vermont

magazine engages members and readers with the culture and lifestyle of snowmobiling in our state.As a valuable resource for avid and committed riders planning their winter adventures, Snowmobile Vermont

puts your business literally in the hands of one of Vermont’s most precious tourism asset. Copies are mailed

directly to all of our 22,000 members and are also distributed throughout Vermont Welcome Centers, select

Regional Chambers of Commerce, on newsstands in select Vermont country stores, in rooms at Vermont

lodgings, restaurants and at snowmobile and powersports dealerships throughout Vermont and New England.

Complimentary copies are delivered to key Vermont business leaders, state officials, members of the legislature

and to doctor and dental offices around Vermont.In addition to the printed magazine, we offer an online e-edition version on our website. This digital edition

includes live advertiser links with direct access to your business with a click. Our supplement annual publication, The Snow Traveler’s Guide, is also available at Interstate Welcome Centers,

businesses, restaurants and lodgings throughout Vermont in addition to trade show distribution. This annual

guide is a resource for all snowmobilers looking to stay, eat and play in our state. This guide delivers riders directly

to your business with an ad and free listing for on-the-trail businesses. I look forward to delivering on your investment, answering questions and hearing your feedback.Sincerely,

Beth Godin, Media Managerbeth@vtvast.org (802) 229-0005 x1626 Vast Ln., Barre, VT 05641

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Snowmobile Vermont has FREE distribution to:

• Over 22,000 VAST Member Homes in 8 States & Canada *

• Powersports tradeshows in MA, ME, NH, PA & NY

• VT Interstate Rest Areas and Welcome Centers

• Powersports Dealerships in 4 New England States

• Restaurants, Lodgings, Gas Stations, Country Stores on our 5,000-mile trail system

• Online E-edition Distributed Via Facebook, Website and 15,000+ Member Email addresses

* Traveler’s Guide edition has all the above distribution except direct delivery to members

Distribution & Demographics

Snowmobile Vermont Readers

48% of readers live out-of-state and travel here throughout the year.They invest in new & used snowombiles, lodging, restaurants,

gasoline, industry speci� c items, gear and parts, second homes and Vermont-made products.

63% of readers ages 35-64 have household incomes over $100,000and contribute to Vermont’s $650 million dollar snowmobile industry.

Snowmobile Vermont readers lead active lives. In the o� months they ride ATVs, � oat boats, ride motorcycles and invest

in the diversity of Vermont’s adventures.

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VAST encourages advertisers to take advantage of our prepayment discount of 5%. Further, we remind VAST advertisers that our standard terms are net 30 days and all balances must be satisfi ed before an insertion order is placed in a future issue.

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