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What
to Know Before You Leave
Trail Permits
The use of New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs trails requires
a valid trail permit. These permits are available at any snowmobile club,
selected motels and gas stations. The trail permits allow snowmobilers
on trails of the various clubs. Out of province snowmobilers may purchase
a daily or seasonal trail permit by contacting N.B.F.S.C. at .
Registration
A snowmobile entering New Brunswick must be licensed and registered from
the province or state of origin.
Insurance
In New Brunswick it is mandatory that you carry personal liability insurance
on your snowmobile from your province or state of origin. For safety,
collision, theft and fire insurance are recommended but not mandatory.
Customs
Snowmobile drivers must conform to the same requirements as car drivers
when crossing the Canadian Border. You must have a registration card for
your snowmobile and may be asked for identification and to state your
destination. You must conform to all other customs requirements.
Parking
It is usually possible to leave your car and trailer parked at the lodging
facilities for a few days.
Respect the Environment
Travel only on areas designated as snowmobile trails, and please do not
litter. Enjoy our natural beauty.
Trail Conditions
You can get trail conditions for the N.B. Provincial Trails by calling
or the N.B.F.S.C. office at .
For additional information on snowmobiling
and snowmobile services available throughout New Brunswick, call or write:
N.B.F.S.C.
147 Houlton Road, Unit B, Woodstock, NB E7M 1Y4
Tel. , Fax
E-mail:
Tourism New Brunswick
PO Box 12345, Woodstock NB E7M 5C3
or call toll-free:
Safety Regulations
- A snowmobile may not be operated within 7.5 m (approx.
25 ft) of the travelled portion of a highway except to cross the highway
or when necessary for loading and unloading purposes.
- Before
crossing a public road, stop, look and listen. If the way is clear,
it is safe to cross.
- Snowmobiles
must be equipped with lights, and it is recommended that they be turned
on during daytime travel.
- Always
drive on the right-hand side of the trail.
- Any
person who drives or is a passenger of a snowmobile must wear an approved
helmet,securely fastened.
- Obey
all signs posted along the trails.
- Snowmobiling
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited
and against the law.
- Always
travel in the company of other snowmobilers.
- Dress
appropriately for the condition; be adequately protected from the cold.
- Permission
has been granted for the use of trails only. If you leave the trails,
you may be trespassing.
The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association offers a Safe
Rider brochure. Contact them at 271 Woodland Pass, Suite 220, East Lansing,
MI, 48823 to receive your copy.
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