Safety: Rules of Snowmobile Safety

Riding Safety:

Make sure that your snowmobile is in good working order before setting out.
Obey the signs on the trail and do not tamper with them. These are posted for everyone?s safety.
Keep to the right of the trail and always yield right of way to oncoming pedestrians, skiers and other snowmobile groups.
Use proper hand signals.
Avoid unfamiliar bodies of frozen water when driving at night.
Do not stop on turns.
Always be looking for hidden hazards.
Do not overdrive your headlights.
Do not leave children unattended on your snowmobile.
Your speed should coincide with trail conditions. Save the speed for the various races held throughout the year.

Things to Remember:

When setting out for ride, make sure that someone knows roughly what time to expect your return. Err on the side of caution and take enough provisions that should something happen, you will be prepared. These things should include:

flashlight
cell phone
food and water
blanket
extra socks and gloves
spare belt and plugs
GPS and spare batteries
First Aid Kit
nylon rope (rescue line)
extra fuel

Hand Signals:
Remember to always use your hand signals on the trails and when travelling in groups. Click here to download the universal trail hand signals.