Sturdy gloves that provide both hand and finger protection and a secure grip on the controls. Insulated boots for ankle and foot protection. First aid kit. A person who is a least 12 but less than 17 years of age may operate a snowmobile under direct supervision of a person 21 years of age or older or have in their immediate possession a valid snowmobile safety certificate. A person who is at least 12 but less than 17 years of age may not cross a highway or a street without having a valid snowmobile safety certificate in their immediate possession.
Modern snowmobiles are capable of high rates of speeds over snow and ice.
With the countless hazards associated with operating a snowmobile, training is a crucial factor in safe and responsible snowmobile operation. Michigan Conservation Officers, in cooperation with schools, organizations and associations, take an active role in assuring that all of Michigan's citizens are given the opportunity to take a snowmobile safety course. The course emphasizes safe and responsible snowmobile operation. A snowmobile may be operated across a public highway, other than a limited access highway, at right angles to the highway for the purpose of getting from one area to another when the operation can be done in safety and another vehicle is not crossing the highway at the same time in the immediate area. While under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance or a combination of the two.