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Analyzing the Cause of Snowmobile Accidents: The Three Highest Contributing Factors

December 8, 2020 by Captain Michael Eastman

Snowmobile riders safely follow in line

When a NH Fish and Game officer investigates a snowmobile accident they look at the factors which contributed to the accident. There are 17 factors that are listed on the accident report form. These factors range from unsafe speed, alcohol/drugs, mechanical issues, icy trails, etc. When the officer completes the accident report, there may be multiple factors that caused this accident to … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Cause of Snowmobile Accidents: The Three Highest Contributing Factors

Filed Under: Fish & Game Tagged With: Snowmobile Safety, Trail Riding

Reporting Snowmobile Accidents

March 4, 2020 by Captain Michael Eastman

Reporting snowmobile accidents NH

Snowfall marks the start of the season when the conservation officers of New Hampshire begin to get the usual calls for snowmobile accidents. So, what is the requirement for reporting snowmobile accidents and who needs to report it?  Reporting Snowmobile Accidents All OHRV accidents, including snowmobiles that involve death, personal injury and damage to property over $1,000 need to be … [Read more...] about Reporting Snowmobile Accidents

Filed Under: Fish & Game Tagged With: Snowmobile Safety

The Muscle Behind the Safety Program

December 19, 2019 by Dennis Etchells

Marie Hixson of NH teaches a snowmobile safety course

I would like to take the time to highlight what I personally believe to be the muscle behind the OHRV/Snowmobile Safety Program: the volunteer safety instructors and regional coordinators. Over the course of a year New Hampshire Fish and Game Department certifies around 1,500 students. This is not possible without the help of instructors and coordinators. Yes, I know that New Hampshire has … [Read more...] about The Muscle Behind the Safety Program

Filed Under: Fish & Game Tagged With: Snowmobile Safety, Volunteers

Renting a Snowmobile: What You Need to Know

February 12, 2019 by Major David Walsh

Renting a Snowmobile in New Hampshire

If you are considering renting a snowmobile chances are you have little, if any, riding experience. Renting a snowmobile in NH for a day or weekend is a great way to experience the sport and get a feel for it, to see if it’s for you. But before you do please consider the following to ensure you have a fun and safe experience: Snowmobile Rental Accidents Out of approximately 42,000+ registered … [Read more...] about Renting a Snowmobile: What You Need to Know

Filed Under: Fish & Game Tagged With: Snowmobile Rentals, Snowmobile Safety, Trail Riding

2019 NH Mid-Winter Snowmobile Report

February 7, 2019 by Dan Gould

2019 NH Mid-Winter Snowmobile Report

I expect this year’s freshman class to be extraordinarily large. If the volume of calls and emails are indicators, there will be a significant number of new riders, accompanied by many returning after being away for a decade or more. That’s 9000-rpm music to the ears. Snowmobiling Not Inexpensive The newbies have plenty of questions, with “How much does a snowmobile cost?” taking the pole … [Read more...] about 2019 NH Mid-Winter Snowmobile Report

Filed Under: Executive Director Tagged With: Registration Fees, Snowmobile Safety, Trail Riding, Volunteers

NH Fish & Game Law Enforcement Encourages Hands On Handlebars

January 4, 2019 by NHSA

NH Fish and Game Law Enforcement Encourages Hands On Handlebars

In an effort to address the outdated and often dangerous habit of using countdown hand signals while snowmobiling, NH Fish & Game Law Enforcement has produced a new sign asking riders to keep both hands on the handlebars. Counting Down Does Not Add Up The countdown hand signals are hand signals where riders indicate how many riders are in their group by holding up the corresponding number of … [Read more...] about NH Fish & Game Law Enforcement Encourages Hands On Handlebars

Filed Under: Fish & Game Tagged With: Snowmobile Safety, Trail Riding

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