Snowmobiles
What are the operation guidelines for operating snowmobiles in the City?
· Snowmobiles shall not be operated in any City Park or upon other publicly owned property.
· Snowmobiles shall not be operated on the Sibley Golf Course.
· No snowmobiles shall be operated on the public sidewalks, or upon the portion of the street located between the curb
line and the sidewalk or property line.
· No snowmobile shall be operated in the City between the hours of 11 o’clock pm and 7 o’clock am except in
emergency situations.
For a complete copy of regulations regarding the operation of snowmobiles, stop at the City Office.
Are there age restrictions for operating snowmobiles?
There are no age restrictions for operating a snowmobile on private property. However, the following age restrictions that apply to operating a snowmobile on public land or ice, or on land purchased with snowmobile registration funds in Iowa.
§ Under 12 year of age: May not operate unless accompanied by a responsible person riding on the same
snowmobile and who is at least eighteen years of age or older, is experienced in snowmobile operation, and has a valid
motor vehicle license or snowmobile safety certificate.
§ 12 to 15 year of age: Must have a valid safety certificate and be under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian,
or other adult authorized by the parent or guardian, who is experienced in snowmobile operation, and has a valid
motor vehicle license or snowmobile safety certificate.
§ 16 to 17 year of age: May operate unsupervised, but must have a valid snowmobile safety certificate.
§ Persons 18 or older: May operate without a snowmobile safety certificate.
Osceola County's Conservation Officer is Greg Harson - 1-712-260-1006
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