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Event Status
Registration Open
Event ID
8101
Event Name
Snowmobile Safety Education

Registration Open 13 of 25 seats remaining

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Location

Location:

10599 Twin Lake Rd NE, Mancelona, MI 49659

Schedule

Date & Times:
Dec 07, 2024 9:00AM - 4:00PM EST

About this Event:

On Saturday, December 7, 2024, Kalkaska County Sand and Snow along with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will host a one day in person class for Snowmobile Safety. The class is free of charge, but you must register for the class ahead of time as space is limited, please commit early. The class offers in person instruction to train knowledgeable, safe, and responsible snowmobilers. Any snowmobile operator 12 to 16 years old is required to pass an approved snowmobile safety course to operate without adult supervision or to cross a roadway. There is not a minimum age for enrollment, but attendees will need to read, comprehend, and successfully pass a written test to receive a safety certificate. The class will run from 9am to 4pm with a break for lunch. Lunch will be provided by the Kalkaska County Sand and Snow. Class material will be provided at the start of class.

Details

Organized by:

Rick Norey

Required Files:

Cancellation Policies:

If you are no longer planning on attending this class, please cancel your registration so that those on the waiting list will have a chance to attend.

Event Policies:

Minimum Age Policies:

There are no minimum age policies

Maximum Age Policies:

There are no maximum age policies

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About the Program

Overview:

The main purpose of the snowmobile safety education course is to educate and develop safe, knowledgeable and responsible snowmobile owners and operators. Topics covered include description of machine controls, safety and operating procedures, loading and towing procedures, understanding trail operation, laws and regulations, and environmental concerns and reporting responsibility. 
Any snowmobile operator 12 to 16 years old are required to pass an approved snowmobile safety course to operate without adult supervision or to cross a roadway. 

About the Class: 
  • In person, traditional classroom setting 
  • Written test (80% or better to pass) 
  • No minimum age requirement; however, students under 10 years of age shall be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other adult approved by parent or legal guardian.