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zobenv · 11-05-2009, 12:57 PM

for mich- is there a age limit for a kid to operate a sled alone on mich trails while being supv by parent? i have a 7 and 11 year old both ride well, i am always with them anyway. we are planning a trip north and need to know who can drive and who has to ride.

**RJ Gleason** · 11-05-2009, 12:59 PM

The 7 year old rides, the 11 year old drives if he has the course certificate.

zobenv · 11-05-2009, 01:12 PM

we are from ohio, does that mater? where and how do we get the cert?
thanks

TwinsofMLB · 11-05-2009, 01:49 PM

In VT you have to be 16 or older to cross main roads and you have to have a license to ride the trails... don't know exactly what the age is though. Either way, I'd talk to a trail director if I were you, the fines are pretty mean.

I just have to say this to someone: IT'S SNOWING RIGHT NOW!!!

xxxthebxxx · 11-05-2009, 04:10 PM

VT is kinda wierd I know its like most everywhere. You have to be 8 to drive, but from 8-11 you dont need a course certificate, but cannot cross any roads. But when you hit 12 you cant ride anymore until you have the certificate! Then, a 12-15 year old can ride alone in trails but cannot cross roads unless someone 18 years or older is present. From 16 on you can ride alone and cross alone.

**RJ Gleason** · 11-05-2009, 04:11 PM

http://www.snowmobileforum.com/trail...ion-links.html

Ruger · 11-05-2009, 06:55 PM

i live in the u.p. of Michigan. your kid has to be 12 years old to even take the class. I know i have a 11 year old too. type in Michigan DNR website, there is a page listing snowmobiling or atv or hunting classes by county. good luck.

YamahaSS440 · 11-05-2009, 07:13 PM

In wisconsin, as long a you have your certification, your good to go and you can cross roads and everything.