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.
  • Right Turn Hand Signal
  • Right Turn Left arm raised at shoulder height, elbow bent and forearm vertical with palm of hand flat.
  • Stopping Hand Signal
  • Stop Left arm raised from the shoulder and extended straight up over the head with palm of hand flat.
  • Slowing Down Hand Signal
  • Slowing Left arm extended out and down from the side of body with a downward motion of hand to signal warning or caution.
  • Oncoming Sleds Hand Signal
  • Oncoming Sleds Left arm raised at shoulder height, elbow bent and forearm vertical, wrist bent, move arm left to right over head pointing to right side of trail.
  • Sleds Following You Hand Signal
  • Sleds Following You Arm raised, elbow bent, with thumb pointing backward in hitch-hiking motion, move arm forward to backward over your shoulder.
  • Last Sled In Line Hand Signal
  • 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.