Snowmobiling is an outdoor winter activity growing in popularity. In order to have a safe and enjoyable time snowmobiling, please follow the 5 S rules of the Fédération Des Clubs De Motoneigistes Du Québec.

• Stick to the speed limits indicated on the marked trails
• Sledding and drinking don't mix
• Stick to the right at all times
• Stop at all road crossings
• Sustain a reasonable distance with the sledders ahead of you
  

SAFETY TIPS: STAY ON TRAILS, MAKE SURE ICE IS THICK ENOUGH

• Apart from always sticking to marked trails before operating a snowmobile on any body of water, it's imperative to make certain the ice is sufficiently frozen and thick enough to support the vehicle's weight.
• Wear a helmet. It's mandatory - no mater where you operate.
• Wear clothing that is designed specifically for snowmobiling.
• The speed limit for a snowmobile is 70 kilometres per hour, unless otherwise indicated, and reduced to 30 kilometres an hour in residential areas and close to dwellings.
• In general, it is illegal to ride within 30 metres of a dwelling, a health establishment or an area reserved for cultural, educational or sports activities.
• Bring a basic survival kit, tools and replacement parts.
• Cellular telephones are not always reliable outside urban areas. Carry a topographic map and a GPS receiver to help find your way in the woods.
• Never ride alone and always inform someone of where you are going and when you expect to return.
• Respect trail signage and co-operate with voluntary trail safety officers.

Source: Michel Garneau, technical director of the Fédération des clubs de motoneigistes du Québec quoted in The Gazette

• Safe snowmobiling - Transports Canada [1]