In Kenosha County, there is no official legal date — or ordinance, anywhere in the state — that decrees when the trails open. It is up to the local county, clubs, etc., as to when they are marked and ready. Then, they will open.
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Who Sells Wisconsin Snowmobile Trail Passes
Aside from a few select exempt classifications*, all snowmobiles operating on a Wisconsin snowmobile trail or corridor must display a valid snowmobile trail pass whether registered in Wisconsin or another state. Continue reading Who Sells Wisconsin Snowmobile Trail Passes
Are the Trails Open Yet?
Always check the Kenosha County hotline for latest at 262-671-4944.
How Our Club Members Get the New Trail Pass
If you are a current member of the Prairie Riders Snowmobile Club, there are three ways you can get the $10 trail pass. Continue reading How Our Club Members Get the New Trail Pass
Are the Snowmobile Trails in Neighboring Counties Open?
Use this contact information to get the latest updates from neighboring counties. Continue reading Are the Snowmobile Trails in Neighboring Counties Open?
Understanding the Wisconsin Snowmobile Trail Pass
Under the Wisconsin Snowmobile Trail Pass law, effective July 1, 2015, all snowmobiles operating in Wisconsin will be required to display a Wisconsin Trail Pass to operate on trails and corridors. The pass will be 3” x 3” and required to be placed on the lower center of the windshield. Continue reading Understanding the Wisconsin Snowmobile Trail Pass
Get a Kenosha County Snowmobile Trail Map
Need a trail map? Club members get a free snowmobile trail map for Kenosha County with their membership — just ask for one at a meeting. You can purchase a trail map at local businesses along the trail. And, new in 2022, the Kenosha County Snowmobile Alliance has posted the map for download on its website.
7 Ways to Have a Bad Day Snowmobiling
Want to have a really bad day on the trail? Fail to follow some common snowmobiling regulations and face penalties that include violations and forfeitures. Here are seven common infractions.
Recommended Ice Thickness for Snowmobiling
How safe is the ice? There really is no sure answer. You can’t judge the strength of ice just by its appearance, age, thickness, temperature or whether or not the ice is covered with snow. Strength is based on all these factors, plus the depth of water under the ice, size of the water body, water chemistry and currents, the distribution of the load on the ice, and local climatic conditions.
Did You Ever Wonder How We Get Snowmobile Trails?
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