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Driver Training 

Operating a snowmobile has opened up new opportunities for family recreation during the winter months. The increased popularity of the activity emphasizes the need for the safe operation of these motorized snow vehicles. 

The Motorized Snow Vehicle Operator’s Course covers safe operating procedures, legal requirements, first aid and much more so that students can develop good habits and skills to be safe and courteous snowmobile operators. 

Students must be at least 12 years of age in order to receive a Motorized Snow Vehicle Operator’s License (click for MTO application). 

Left turn hand signal.

Left Turn

Left arm extended straight out from shoulder and pointing in the direction of the turn.

Hand signal to indicate right turn.

Right Turn

Left arm raised at shoulder height, elbow bent and forearm vertical with palm of hand flat.

Hand signal to indicate you are stopping.

Stop

Left arm raised from the shoulder and extended straight up over the head with palm of hand flat.

Hand signal to indicate slowing down.

Slowing

Left arm extended out and down from the side of body with a downward motion of hand to signal warning or caution.

Hand signal to indicate oncoming sleds.

Oncoming Sleds

Left arm raised at shoulder height, elbow bent and forearm vertical, wrist bend, move arm left to right over head pointing to right side of trail.

Hand signal to indicated sleds are following.

Sleds Following You

Arm raised, elbow bent, with thumb pointing backward in hitch-hiking motion, move arm forward to backward over your shoulder.

Hand signal to indicate you are the last sled in line.

Last Sled in Line

Release handlebar with left hand, palm of hand flat, slash forearm outward at a 45° downward angle toward the ground repeatedly.