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New York State Requirements

Note: This will change shortly with the passing of the SRRA Bill (Snowmobile Rights and Responsibilities Act) more to follow soon.

Operator Age - Anyone who is at least eighteen years old may operate a snowmobile in New York State without any other qualification except as defined by state and local laws regulating that operation. However, it is recommended that all operators complete a recognized snowmobile operation course of instruction. Youths between the ages of 10 and 18 years old may operate a snowmobile without adult or other supervision if they have completed a snowmobile safety training course recognized by the State of New York. The Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will issue a snowmobile safety certificate to youths who successfully complete this course. Youths who do not hold this certificate are subject to the same restrictions as children under the age of 10 years. Children under 10 years old may operate a snowmobile only on lands owned or leased by their parent or guardian, except when accompanied by a person over 18 years old, or by a person over 14 years old who holds a snowmobile safety certificate. However, a child under 10 years old or a youth who does not hold a snowmobile safety certificate may not operate a snowmobile on or across a highway at any time.

For More information go to the State of New York Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation web page at:

http://nysparks.state.ny.us/snow/gen_info.asp