A person shall not operate a snowmobile:

• At a rate of speed greater than what is reasonable for existing conditions
• While under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or a combination of the two.
• In a forest nursery, planting area, or public lands posted or reasonably identified as an area of forest reproduction when growing stock may be damaged or as a natural dedicated area which is in zones 2 or 3.
• On a frozen surface of public waters within 100 feet of a person, including a skater, not in or upon a snowmobile or within 100 feet of a fishing shanty or shelter except at a speed required to maintain forward movement of the snowmobile or on an area which is necessary for gaining access to the public water.
• Within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling between midnight and 6:00 a.m. at a speed greater than the minimum required to maintain forward movement of the snowmobile.
• In or upon the land of another without written consent of the owner or his agent, when required by the recreational trespass act.
• In an area open to public hunting during firearm deer season from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• While transporting a bow (unless unstrung) or a firearm (unless securely encased, unloaded, or equipped with a trigger locking device).
• On or across a cemetery or burial ground; an airport; a public or private parking lot; a public highway or street; within 100 feet of a slide, ski, or skating area; or a railroad or a railroad right of way.
• To chase, pursue, worry, or kill any wild bird or animal

Safe Riding Tips

• Always keep your machine in top mechanical condition.
• Always wear insulated boots and protective clothing, including a helmet, gloves, and eye protection.
• Never ride alone.
• Avoid—when possible—crossing frozen bodies of water.
• Always be alert and aware of fences and low strung wires.
• Never operate on a street or highway.
• Always look for depressions in the snow.
• Keep headlights and taillights on at all times.
• When approaching an intersection, come to a complete stop, raise off the seat and look for traffic.
• Never operate in single file when crossing frozen bodies of water.
• Always check the weather before you depart.

Accident Prevention

The two contributing factors present in nearly all fatal snowmobile accidents are SPEED AND ALCOHOL ABUSE Modern snowmobiles are capable of high rates of speed far beyond the ability of a driver to react in sufficient time to take preventive action. All drivers should:

SLOW DOWN!

DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE—LIVE TO ENJOY MICHIGAN'S WINTER WONDERLAND!

Accident Reporting

The law requires the operator of a snowmobile involved in an accident resulting in injuries to or death of any person, or property damage in an estimated amount of $100.00 or more must immediately notify the law enforcement agency within the county the accident occurred.

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