Q. What are the educational requirements for the legal operation of a snowmobile in Minnesota?
A. Current statute requires anyone born after Dec. 31, 1976 to take a safety-training course before operating a snowmobile on public lands or waters. Youth ages 11 to 15 now have two options to choose from for snowmobile certification: an eight-hour introductory course designed for youth or the rider with little or no experience, which includes hands-on training; or an independent study CD-based course where students learn at home.
Adult (ages 16 and older) snowmobile certification may be obtained by completing the DNR adult independent study CD or by attending a traditional snowmobile certification class.
Once they have successfully completed their courses, students print and mail a certificate of completion to the DNR.
Information regarding snowmobile certification classes can be found on the DNR's website at www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/vehicle/snowmobile/index.html
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-- Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR Division of Enforcement
