STATEWIDE – As the snow starts to accumulate in the mountains, snowmobilers are reminded to prepare their machines and safety equipment for winter, and to get their annual registration.
“Snowmobiling is great fun, but breaking down far from the parking lot can be dangerous,” said Josh Stoudt, trails coordinator for Colorado Parks and Wildlife in Durango.
Here are some tips to ensure safe snowmobile outings:
√ Check all your snowmobile clothing and make sure it will keep you warm and dry – hats, gloves, jackets, pants, overalls, boots, etc.
√ Check to make sure all of your safety equipment is in good shape: helmet, goggles, flashlights, tool box, towing straps and spare parts.
Snowmobilers should check snow conditions with the Colorado Avalanche Information Center every time they go out: http://avalanche.state.co.us/
Remember that all snowmobiles must be registered annually with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Go to cpw.state.co.us and under the “Things to do” tab click on “snowmobiling” for information. If you are considering selling your snowmobile, also go to this link to learn what’s needed to show “proof of ownership.”