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New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner, Carol Ash said, “For riders of all ages, it is important to underscore the need for responsible operation of your snowmobile while enjoying New York's magnificent outdoors and all the recreational opportunities available during the winter months. I strongly encourage all riders to think about safety first. A safe rider avoids excessive speed; never mixes alcohol with snowmobiling; takes care of the trails; plans for winter conditions, and avoids riding alone."

In the southern tier of NY, snowmobile trails are not allowed to open until at least the evening of December 17th. Some trails in the northern zone will open sooner because big game hunting ends earlier, but Jennings advises snowmobilers to always check with the local club to make sure trails are open before heading out to ride.

Perkins reminds snowmobilers that more than 80% of the 11,000-plus miles of snowmobile trails in New York are on private property, and that riding on private land before the official opening of the trail is considered trespassing.

“Respecting the wishes of landowners is critical, according to Perkins. “Landowners are the backbone of the NY snowmobile trail system,” he says, adding “without them we would have no trail system.”
   
Jennings stresses that common sense should overcome the urge to ride prior to the opening of trails and offers the following points to help ensure safe snowmobiling: