Today's Snowmobile Rider in Vermont Table of Contents

• Home Page
• About the Online Course
• Welcome Message

Snowmobile Resources

• Basic Snowmobile Safety Code
• Snowmobile Resources
• Snowmobile Trail Signs

Chapter 1: Preparing to Ride

• Chapter One Objectives
• History of Snowmobiles
• Learning About Your Snowmobile
• Common Snowmobile Parts
• The Snowmobile Community
• Developing the Seven Traits of a Safe Snowmobiler
• Adjusting the Snowmobile to Your Size and Riding Style
• Preparing Yourself for Snowmobiling
• Performing Pre-Season Maintenance
• Transporting a Snowmobile
• Maintaining a Clean, Quiet Machine
• Preventing Theft
• Preparing Your Snowmobile for Storage
• Preparing for Emergencies
• Safeguarding Yourself With Protective Gear and Clothing
• Dressing for Cold Weather
• Protecting the Environment
• Tread Lightly!®
• Chapter 1 Review Questions

Chapter 2: Riding Your Snowmobile

• Chapter Two Objectives
• Inspecting Your Snowmobile Before You Ride: START-GO
• Starting Your Snowmobile
• Warming up Your Snowmobile
• Positioning Yourself for Safer Riding
• Riding Uphill
• Riding Downhill
• Traversing a Hill
• Turning
• Crossing Roads
• Stopping a Snowmobile
• Practicing Your Riding Skills
• Planning a Group Ride
• Snowmobile Hand Signals
• Maneuvering on Different Terrains
• Recovering from Mishaps
• Towing a Disabled Snowmobile
• Anticipating Weather Conditions
• Carrying a Passenger
• Night Riding
• Chapter 2 Review Questions

Chapter 3: Riding Safely and Responsibly

• Chapter Three Objectives
• Using the Buddy System
• Making Safety a Habit on Short, Unplanned Trips
• Staying Alert To Avoid Riding Fatigue
• Understanding the Dangers of Alcohol and Drugs
• Observing the Code of Safety
• Using Courteous Trail Etiquette
• Obeying All Trail and Road Restrictions
• Chapter 3 Review Questions

Chapter 4: Preparing for the Unexpected

• Chapter Four Objectives
• Preparing for Snowmobiling Risks
• Using Maps
• Selecting a Compass
• Navigating With a Global Positioning System
• Coping in Remote Areas
• Coping With Extreme Weather: Hypothermia
• Coping With Extreme Weather: Frostbite
• Chapter 4 Review Questions

Chapter 5: Observing Snowmobile Laws in Vermont

• Chapter Five Objectives
• Snowmobiling in Vermont
• Vermont's Statewide Snowmobile Trail System (SSTS)
• Riding Safely: Education Requirements
• Understanding Age Requirements
• Providing Proof of Financial Responsibility
• Registering Your Snowmobile
• Operating Your Snowmobile Legally
• Chapter 5 Review Questions

Testing

• Practice Test
• Certification Exam