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Wednesday, February 17, 2021 - 5:37 pm With the recent snowfall, the state law enforcement and forest rangers are reminding snowmobile riders in St. Lawrence County and other areas to make safety their priority in an effort to reduce the number of personal injury and fatal accidents. Law enforcement officers will be out on the snowmobile trails enforcing state law with particular emphasis placed on snowmobiling while intoxicated, unsafe or reckless operation, and the enforcement of all speed limits, including the state’s maximum speed of 55 miles per hour. So far this s...

ALBANY, N.Y. — At the start of snowmobiling season, New York state urges riders to keep safety in mind, both when operating and during any breaks with fellow riders. During the COVID-19 pandemic, snowmobile safety courses continue to be offered. Successful completion of this course, results in the issuance of a NYS Snowmobile Safety Certificate. This certificate is required for youth between ages 10 and 18 to operate a snowmobile, but all riders can benefit from taking a course that provides fundamental information that all should possess to ensure the safety of both rider and other trai...