Well, it’s been another rough week for the American Economy. There is no easy way around the financial cruch the country, and world, finds itself in. With that said I’ve always been a beliver that optimism and hope should be fundamental values that we hold on to. What good does gloom, fear, and worry do? Aren’t we all in this thing together?

It’s funny enough that about 2 years ago when I started 4 Seasons Power Toys, one of the main motivating factors was the fact that not many people can affort to own their own equipment. Why do families have to go into debt to be able to enjoy some good recreation time together? That was a large motiviation for this company. Oh, how far things have come in 2 years. If I could have one hope for my family, friends, colleagues, associates, and fellow strangers it would be that a spirit of hope and peace might rest upon us all. I would hope we would all take a step back, prioritize our lives, simplify, and cling to our families. And I would hope we would all do it with a cheerful, hopeful heart and the desire to lift the burdens of others.

It’s not uncommon these days for me to get a call from someone local who has recreational vehicles that they just can’t afford anymore and they want to know if my program might help them out. I love to find solutions where I can use an un-utilized resource to help make someone a little money, while also providing a great value to renters and members. Isnt’ it funny that if we all would ’share’ our stuff with each other, we’d have more than plenty to go around. I belive we need to get out of the shelfishness that we often find ourselves in.

My last hope would be that we don’t sacrifice the time we have with our families because of these economic hard times. It is so important to find ways to create lasting family memories, to be unified and bonded together as families and friends. Isn’t that what life is really about?

If you are looking to make a little money on un-utilized recreational vehicles. Or if you simply want to make the short time you have with your family memorable, please visit www.4seasonspowertoys.com to find out how to make the most out of these economic hard times.

Visit www.4SeasonsPowerToys.com to learn how you can get access to all the recreational vehicles you want!

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If you are like me and finding time for the family is always difficult… then this week’s blog is for you. We all seem to be constantly juggling the myriad of projects and things that demand our time and attention. It’s easy to lose track of your prioritites. One thing that has greatly helped my family is having access to all of the fun recreational vehicles. Knowing that we can go out camping on this weekend, and that we don’t have to worry about the time to clean and maintain the equipment, has given my family just enough reason to put aside the other things in life and get out and enjoy the outdoors together. 

Just to inspire you to keep the goal of spending more time with your family at the top of your list, here are some ways to keep it fun. After all, having fun with your family has a lot of benefits. Some of the benefits of having fun with your family are:

**Reduced sibling rivalry

**Better grades for school aged kids

**Less whining from your kids

**Getting to know your children as people

**Helping your kids make better relationship choices

Spending more time as a family actually has health benefits, too. If you are active as a family, the whole family is liable to exercise more and keep it up longer. Eating together as a family usually also translates into better nutrition for all of you.

This myriad of reasons to spend more time with your family goes on and on and on. I hope you will find the activities in your family that get you to spend more time together.

Visit www.4SeasonsPowerToys.com to learn how you can get access to all the recreational vehicles you want!

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• • Travel only in areas open to All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) use.
• On slick trails, moderate the throttle and use the clutch to gain maximum traction with minimum tailspin.
• On switchbacks, avoid roosting around the apex of the turn when climbing or brake-sliding during descent, both of which gouge the trail.
• Drive over, not around obstacles to avoid widening the trail.
• Cross streams only at designated fording points or where the trail crosses the stream.
• Comply with all signs and barriers.
• When retrieving game, don’t travel cross-country on you ATV. Get as close as possible on a trail or road and then travel by foot to the site of your kill.
• Never ride with a loaded firearm. When traveling on the trail, keep your firearm secure in a protective case separate from the ammunition.
• Buddy up with two or three hunters. Traveling solo can leave you vulnerable if you have an accident or breakdown. Designate meeting areas in case of separation.
• When winching always inspect your equipment, use the right winch for the situation, find a good secure anchor, and never winch with less than five wraps of wire rope around the drum.
• When using a tree as an anchor, use a wide tree strap to avoid damage to the trunk of the tree.

• Be considerate of others on the road or trail.
• Be a sportsman and practice ethical hunting.
• Never take a shot unless you see the animal clearly, you can identify it, and you know what lies between you, the target, and beyond.
• Don’t shoot across roads, trails, and waterways.
• Don’t leave animal remains in wetland or riparian areas, or on campgrounds, roads or trails.
• Leave gates as you find them.
• If crossing private property, be sure to ask permission from the landowner(s).
• Yield the right of way to those passing you or traveling uphill. Yield to mountain bikers, hikers, and horses.
• Do not idly ride around in camping, picnicking, trailhead and residential areas.
• Keep speeds low round crowds and in camping areas.
• Keep the noise and dust down.

• Know the hunter education requirements for your area. Whether required or not, take a hunter education course.
• Obtain a map of your destination and determine which areas are open to ATVs.
• Make a realistic plan, and stick to it. Always tell someone of your travel plans.
• Contact the land manager for area restrictions, closures, and permit requirements.
• Check the weather forecast before you go.
• Prepare for the unexpected by packing a small backpack full of emergency items.
• Wear a helmet, eye protection, and other safety gear.
• Dress in layers and carry a jacket. Know your state’s requirements regarding when to wear Hunter Orange.
• Buddy up with two or three hunters. Traveling solo can leave you vulnerable if you have an accident or breakdown. Designate meeting areas in case of separation.
• Know your limitations. Watch your time, your fuel, and your energy.
• Take a class or the ATV RiderCourse ^SM that provides a fast-paced, half-day, hands-on training session.
• Make sure your vehicle is mechanically up to task. Be prepared with tools, supplies, spares and a spill kit for trailside repairs.

• Other sensitive habitats to avoid unless on designated routes include cryptobiotic soils of the desert, tundra, and seasonal nesting or breeding areas.
• It is damaging and unlawful to use a permanent tree stand, blinds or platforms as well as to place spikes, nails, wires or other metal objects into a tree to act as steps or to hold a tree stand on public lands.
• Avoid damaging or removing trees or other plants when putting up hunting structures or enlarging sight lines.
• Avoid disturbing historical, archeological, and paleontological sites
• Avoid “spooking” livestock and wildlife you encounter and keep your distance.
• Motorized and mechanized vehicles are not allowed in area designated as Wilderness.

• Carry a trash bag on your vehicle and pick up litter left by others.
• Pack out nails, ropes, wire, rifle and shotgun shells and other trash.
• Dismantle meat poles and other structures used while hunting.
• Remove flagging and biodegradable tape used for route finding.
• Provide information to wildlife managers to help manage game and determine wildlife inventories. Report any poaching incidents.
• Practice minimum impact camping by using established sites, camping 200 feet from water resources and trails.
• Observe proper sanitary waste disposal or pack your waste out.
• Protect the soundscape by preventing unnecessary noise created by a poorly tuned vehicle or revving your engine without need.
• Following a hunt, wash your ATV and support vehicle to reduce the spread of invasive species.
• Don’t mix hunting with alcohol or drugs.

If you haven’t seen the new 1100 cc Joyner Troopers, you’ve got to check them out for your hunting outing.

Visit www.4SeasonsPowerToys.com to learn how you can get access to all the recreational vehicles you want!

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So, I’m sure you’re hearing all of the hype about the new Razor UTV by Polaris. We’ll I’ve got a little news for you, you need to check out the UTV offering by Joyner. Check out the comparison of the Rhino to the Commando on this youtube video: Visit Commando Versus Rhino

Looking to rent a UTV for your hunting trip or family outing? You need to seriously consider Joyner’s product offering. Enjoy a better, safer, smoother ride with more horsepower (86) than other UTVs with Joyner’s Trooper. This ride comes decked out in camo (T2) or Yellow (T4) with a sizable cargo area in the back and on the top for all your cargo and a winch in case you get into any sticky spots.

Rides better and has more power than a Rhino or a Razor.

FEATURES:
5 Speed Manual Transmission with Reverse
Push button 2WD/4WD
Variable Differential Locks
10″-12″ Front & Rear Travel
4 Wheel Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Hydraulic Clutch
E-Brake System
5 Pt Harness
Quick Release Seatbelts
Suspension Seats
14″ Polished Rims
27″ Mud Pro Tires
Front Winch (3500 lb)
500 lb Payload Capacity
1000 lb Towing
+MUCH MORE

SPECS:
Chery 1083 cc 4-cyl 4-stroke
Liquid Cooled
Fuel Injection
Fuel Capacity:  8 Gallons
Top Speed:  55 - 65 MPH
Horse Power:  86
Front/Rear Brake:  Hydraulic Disc
Parking:  Rear 2-Wheel
Front Suspension:  Ind/with gas shocks
Rear Suspension:  Trailing Swing Arm
Wheelbase:  T2-98″; T4-132″
Dry Weight:  T2 - 1500 lbs; T4 - 1600 lbs
Length/Width/Height:  T2 - 127″ x 65″ x 69″; T4 - 127″ x 65″ x 69″
Ground Clearance:  13in

You won’t find many places to rent these sweet machines, call Today!

Ask us about our rent to own program. We’ll deduct a portion of the rental price if you want to buy any of these sweet machines!

Visit www.4SeasonsPowerToys.com to learn how you can get access to all the recreational vehicles you want!

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Thanks to Andrew Stratton for the following article: