Ski-Doo REV GEN4, Manual

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RIDING THE VEHICLE
public at large who enjoy the great outdoors. With this theme, we
invite all snowmobilers to remember that respecting the environ-
ment is not only critical to the future of our industry but to future
generations.
Light Treading in no way suggests you should curb your appetite for
snowmobiling fun! It simply means tread with respect!
The fundamental objective of Light Treading is one of respect for
where and how you ride a snowmobile. You're a light treader when
you follow the principles below.
Become informed . Obtain maps, regulations and other information
from the Forest Service or from other public land agencies. Learn the
rules and follow them and that goes for speed limits, too!
Avoid running over young trees, shrubs, and grasses and don't
cut wood. On flatlands or areas where trail riding is popular, it's
important to ride only where authorized. Remember, there is a link
between protecting your environment and your own safety.
Respect wildlife and be particularly sensitive of animals that are rear-
ing young or suffering from food shortage. Stress can sap scarce en-
ergy reserves. Refrain from riding in areas where only animals are in-
tended to tread!
Obey gate closures and regulatory signs and remember, light tread-
ers don't litter!
Stay out of wilderness areas. They're closed to all vehicles. Know
where the boundaries are.
Obtain permission to travel across private land. Respect the rights
of landowners and other people's privacy. Remember, snowmobile
technology has lowered the noise factor considerably, but you still
shouldn't rev your engines where quiet “is the order of the day”.
Snowmobilers know all too well the efforts that have been made
throughout the sport's history to enjoy access to areas where people
can snowmobile safely and responsibly. This effort continues today,
as strong as ever.
Respecting the areas where we ride, wherever they may be, is the
only way to ensure their future enjoyment. That's one major reason
why we know you'll agree that Light Treading is smart sledding! And
there are more.
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