Snowmobilers are eager to get out and ride. Have fun, but remember to follow the safety rules!
With another snowmobile season coming soon, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging snowmobilers to get this season off to a smooth and safe start.
DNR officials say riding snowmobiles can be an enjoyable form of outdoor recreation when following the rules of the road and trail, such as: . Take a safety-training course; to legally ride a snowmobile, residents born after Dec. 31, 1976 need a valid snowmobile safety certificate. . Maximum speed in Minnesota is 50 mph; many times trail conditions require slower speeds. . Stay away from alcohol; it’s a major factor in most accidents. . Be cautious of hidden dangers, such as soil stockpiles, culverts, right of way markers, scattered rocks and boulders obscured by fallen snow. . Slow down, especially at night, over-riding your headlight is another major cause of accidents. . Operate your snowmobile in the same direction as highway traffic when riding one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. . Come to a complete stop and look both ways before crossing a public roadway. . Cross public roadways at a 90-degree angle. . Use caution on ice. . Never ride alone. . Make sure your machine is in proper operating condition. . Join a snowmobile club.
The Cook County Ridge Riders are kicking off the season with the annual membership party on Saturday, December 5 at the American Legion in Grand Marais, starting at 6 p.m. Join the club for a night full of fun, food, and fundraisers.
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