International Groomer Operator of the Year

Sponsored By Arctic Cat

This year’s selection committee chose DAVID CARMICHAEL from Tripoli, Iowa to receive the prestigious honor of being named the “International Groomer Operator of the Year 2009.”

David Carmichael has been involved in all working posts of the Iowa’s State Snowmobile Associations, holding office positions including President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Board of Directors, member and many important committee assignments.

He has always paid serious attention to the trail system and operation which included all aspects of grooming and equipment. The implementation of maintenance and procurement of the right equipment hit right in with David’s background which included him many years with John Deere, his employer. Its been over 17 years of building the groomer program to what it is today in Iowa. Leading by example has brought many young people into this important part of the program, teaching other to respect landowners, the environment, wild-life, and the rules and regulations which we have to abide by for a successful trail program which grooming is so very important.

David has received many awards for his overall snowmobile contributions which include his induction into the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame in 2005. Since entering, he know has focused on the trail system, grooming equipment, and grooming itself. We need more David Carmichael’s to make sure snowmobiling is carried on for future generations.