Price: Reduced 3/23/08 to $795,000
Financials, Gross & Cash Flow: Available with a non-disclosure agreement.
Inventory: $266,000+/- (included in price)

Business Summary: This profitable 27-year business is in a unique location on US Hwy. 395 between the two ski areas. A portion of the ski areas were sold for $365 million in 2005. Snowmobiling is the 2nd most popular sport. The population swells from 7,000 permanent residents to 35,000 weekends. The area of operations under permit allows a diversified snowmobile ride program, unlike the competitor. That was a smaller business purchased by the ski area for $420,000 in 1998. See RIDES link. This turnkey business includes 46 luxury snowmobiles, 2 pisten bulley snowcats, storage facilities, double-walled fuel tank, office, trailers, and a Dodge V-10 truck. A complete list is available. The area of operations is approximately 50 square miles both east and west of US Hwy. 395. The permit includes exclusive commercial use (does not exclude the public) of a log cabin warming hut in the backcountry. Operations begin approximately December 15 and conclude around March 15. Sellers have operated as late as May 1 with 4 feet of snow remaining. A 2nd staging area was procured for extended seasons. Buyers may open earlier and remain open later if they so choose. This business offers film production services for commercials and films in addition to the rental program. Sellers have not expanded into any summer businesses preferring to take off eight months of the year. Expansion opportunities are absolutely viable. Close escrow before Nov. 15 and reap 2008-2009 seasons' profits. Fun business!!

General Information:
Year Established 1981. Incorporated 2004
Employees 5 full time, 5 part-time

Training and Support: Sellers will provide pre-season training until Nov. 15. Willing to continue hands-on training one season at a negotiated salary. Buyers may call or e-mail for free consulting services for one year.

Reason for selling: Retirement.
Contact Information: Don or Jewel Little 760-935-4480.

SNOWMOBILE RENTAL PROGRAMS

Great powder riding is available at Smokey Bear Flat. Self-guided tours include three spectacular backcountry trails that depart the 500-acre snowmobile park. Trails include Bald Mtn, the longest (29 mi.) and highest (9104') trail at Mammoth. There is a log cabin warming hut and historical fire lookout at the top. The View at Bald Mtn is a breathtaking 360 degree view of the Sierra Nevada Mtns. Vista Trail is the most popular 1-hr ride with a 270 degree view. Bald Mtn and Vista Point are the sites of numerous marriage proposals. Lookout Mtn is a spectacular 2-hr ride that encircles the mountain. Guided trips include the Sawmill ride overlooking the town of Mammoth Lakes and other trails east of Hwy. 395 not mentioned above. .


• Introduction to Snowmobiling Family Ride -- Affordable Family Fun! Take turns with the kids in the 500-acre snowmobile park. Elevation is 7,600 ft.
  
  
• Backcountry Guided and Self-Guided Tours -- Every tour is an adventure. 99% of our riders prefer self-guided tours. Maps are on each snowmobile. Trails are roads. Self-guided routes are marked either line of sight and/or a numbering system (checkpoints). Guided trips are recommended for large groups. Guided routes may differ from self-guided tours and the speed may vary. Departure: 9:30 for 3 and 4 hour rides. 1 and 2 hour rides depart every 30 minutes beginning at 9:30 a.m. Rides end at 3 p.m. For 3-and 4-hour rides water and snacks are recommended. The map pouch on each snowmobile will hold minimal food/gear. Visitors must arrive 30-45 minutes prior to reservation. Visitors returning early from backcountry rides may play in the powder within the 500-acre snowmobile park. Note: We no longer rent snowmobiles to guests that will join up with visitors who own their own snowmobiles.



• Film Production Services--Snowcat rentals, snowmobiles and sleighs.
  
  
• Rental Rates--Available up to 4 hours.
  Single Rider Rates $65 1-hour or $60 per hour for 2 hours or more
  Double Rider Rates $85 1-hour or $80 per hour for 2 hours or more -- 350 lb. weight limit for double riding.
  Helmets included. Insurance optional. Boot rental optional $6. Additional fee for guided tours and large groups. Cash discounts. Reservations are highly recommended. 760.935.4480
  
  
• Requirements
  Age 21 to drive with a passenger. Age 17 single in the backcountry and 16 single in the 500-acre snowmobile park (with parent or guardian present.) Damage deposit and valid driver's license required.
  



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DJ's Snowmobile Adventures, Inc.
Mammoth Lakes, California
In the SPECTACULAR High Sierra
Inyo National Forest