Bonfield Snowmobile Club
Sunnyside Rd P0H 1E0 Rutherglen, ON, Canada

This is the amount of stakes required for 2 km of trail. Every year club volunteers install and remove thousands of stakes across the province by hand. #thankavolunteer

Each year, close to 6,000 volunteers build and maintain OFSC snowmobile trails for all of us to enjoy. All of our volunteers continue to overcome many challenge...s to contribute to the recreational, social and economic well-being of their communities. Normally, we are able to celebrate these accomplishments in person at our AGM, but we were unable to gather this past year and then we were all swamped with keeping trails available during COVID uncertainties. However, we have not forgotten that our 2020 recipients still deserve their hard-earned recognition and it’s never too late to do it. So with our apologies for the delay, we are honouring them throughout March, on social media as part of our end of season Volunteer Appreciation initiatives. Each of the five major awards received by districts will be highlighted individually and recipients sent their award plaque. Next, the OFSC will announce our provincial recipients for 2020 in a provincial media release and congratulate them personally in a special Zoom call. Please join us in celebrating the district winners of the 2020 Outstanding OFSC Volunteer of the Year. This award is presented to an OFSC volunteer in recognition of exceptional achievement in one or more of the following areas: Participation Development, Rider Experience, Volunteerism and/or Partnership Development. District 1 - Ross Beatty Kemptville Snowmobile Klub District 2 - Larry Hulsmans Twin Mountains Snowmobile Club - Bobcaygeon, Ontario District 3 - Deanna Forbes Long Sault Ridge Runners Snowmowbile Club & Tyler Kiyonaga Port Perry Snowmobile Club District 4 - Frank Cutruzzola Orangeville Snowmobile Club District 5 - David Neeb, Wellesly Sno Sports District 6 - John Enright Haliburton County Snowmobile Association - HCSA District 7 - Al Fenton, S.M.A.R.T. Snowmobile Club District 8 - Murray Moore Kawartha Lakes Snowmobile Club District 9 - Mike Ferguson Meaford Distric Ridge Runners District 10 - Danny Holmes Jr Cramadog Snowriders District 11 - Moise Janveaux Nipissing Veuve River Snowmobile Club District 12 - Craig Beauregard Onaping Falls High Riders Snowmobile Club District 13 - Darryl Maahs Sault Trailblazers District 14 - Beverly Forget Jackpine Snowmobile Club (Iroquois Falls Ontario) District 15 - Robert Roussy Kap Sno-Rovers CONGRATULATIONS & THANK YOU! See more

Congrats to Moise from Nippissing Veuve River, District 11, Volunteer of the year.

Good Morning Snowmobilers, Businesses and Community Members! Welcome to the World’s Best Snowmobile Destination! You're going to love these videos - a four part series. Here is the teaser video, we will share the others in the coming days on our page or see link in comments. ... https://vimeo.com/504556614

WE CAN & WE ARE! Thank you everyone for riding locally where trails are available and enjoying the best that winter has to offer while keeping health and safety... top of mind. Be sure to thank our many volunteers for all of their hard work in delivering Trails to Ride 2021. Please check the ITG for latest trail availability here: https://ofsc.evtrails.com/# See more

Great work folks. Awesome considering how things have been turned upside down.

Write a caption for this photo! We’ll pick one from the comments below by Friday, Feb 5, and that commenter will receive a Petro-Canada gift card :)

a bad season becoming even worse. If it keeps up, you won't have to worry about sledding anywhere.

Tell me this isn't crazy cool?!! My cousin has built a tow sled! He is fully insured and allowed on the trails! He can fix pretty much anything and if he can't fix it he can pick you up and take you to safety! 1 833 SNOW TOW!!!

The Covid Stay at Home order has sure put a damper on the start of snowmobile season. Be rest assured we are STILL HERE to serve our customers with Fuel an...d Grab & Go takeaway items; however, with the new restriction we can not afford to keep the restaurant staffed and appliances running for the few that are making their way here. Well at least not for the 6 days a week as we had previously announced. New Stay at Home Lockdown hours are Saturdays & Sundays 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. Fuel plus Grab & Go items are still available throughout the week just find us on site As always, customers are welcome to call ahead Monday thru Friday 705-892-2211 to pre-arrange made to order take out service.

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We’ll be popping up on Ontario Trails all season! Please wear your helmet, ride safe and within your limits. Know the rules, visit http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/eng.../safety/snowmobile-safety.shtml DRIVER REQUIREMENTS Everyone who drives a snowmobile in Ontario must: - be at least 12 years old - have a valid driver's licence or motorized snow vehicle operator's licence - register the snowmobile with the Ministry of Transportation - have insurance Where you can drive a snowmobile depends on your age and the licence you hold. LICENSING & DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS Drivers must carry the following documents with them at all times: - your driver's licence, a valid motorized snow vehicle operator's licence (MSVOL) or a snowmobile driver's licence from another jurisdiction - snowmobile registration permit - insurance card If you don't have a driver's licence and you're 12 years of age or older, a valid MSVOL will allow you to drive a snowmobile on trails. Contact your local snowmobile club to get more information about the MSVOL program or visit https://www.ofsc.on.ca/. Failing to produce any of these documents to a police officer or conservation officer when asked could result in a fine of up to $1,000. WHERE TO RIDE You CAN ride: - on your own property - on private trails belonging to organizations of which you are a member - on private property, with the owner's permission - alongside public roads, between the shoulder and fence line (unless prohibited by the municipality) You CANNOT ride: - on certain high-speed roads (400-series highways, Queen Elizabeth Way, Ottawa Queensway, Kitchener-Waterloo Expressway) - on the pavement of public roads where vehicles drive - on the ploughed portion of the shoulder Check with each municipality on snowmobile by-laws for roads within its boundaries. SNOWMOBILE TRAILS Ontario's snowmobile trail system is maintained by many local snowmobile clubs. Some trails may require a trail permit. Check with the local snowmobile club to find out if you need one. For trails maintained by the The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs - OFSC, you must have and display a valid trail permit affixed to the windshield or engine cowling of your snowmobile. This includes trails on private property, municipal property and land owned by the government. RULES OF THE ROAD Speed limits Snowmobiles may not be operated at a greater rate of speed than: 50 km/h - on snowmobile trails 50 km/h - on roads where the speed limit is over 50 km/h 20 km/h - on roads where the speed limit is 50 km/h or less 20 km/h - in any public park or exhibition grounds Helmets Drivers and passengers must always wear a snowmobile helmet that meets the standards approved for motorcycle helmets, with the chin strap securely fastened. Everyone who rides on a cutter, sled or similar device towed by a snowmobile must also wear a helmet. Towing You must use a rigid tow-bar when towing a sled or similar device behind a snowmobile. DRIVING IMPAIRED Never drive impaired by alcohol or drugs. It is against the law. Alcohol, illegal drugs, even prescription and some over-the-counter drugs can slow your reaction time and affect your ability to make good decisions. PLANNING A TRIP Before you leave: - fill up your gas tank - check the weather forecast before heading out - contact the local snowmobile club to check trail and ice conditions - dress appropriately - wear clothing in layers, and make your top layer a snowmobile suit or other windproof layer - tell someone: - where you're going - the route you will take - a description of your snowmobile - when you expect to return - never travel alone Remember: Exposure to extreme cold can lead to frostbite and hypothermia. Your risk goes up as the temperature goes down. Wind chill at or below -25C: risk of frostbite to exposed skin Wind chill at or below -35C: frostbite in 10 minutes or less Wind chill at or below -60C: frostbite in less than 2 minutes WHAT TO BRING Pack a snowmobile survival kit that includes: - first aid kit - GPS unit, trail map and compass - matches (or lighter) in a waterproof container - knife, saw or axe - ice picks (if you must cross over a frozen river or lake) - flashlight - whistle - high-energy food like nuts or granola bars - an extra set of dry clothing You should also bring a snowmobile mechanical kit that includes: - spare spark plug and drive belt - tow rope - screwdriver, wrenches and hammer - owner's manual WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING - always drive within your ability - take extra care on corners and hills - obey speed limits and road/trail signs - always stay on the right-hand side of the trail - use appropriate hand signals before stopping, slowing down or turning - take extra care at road and rail crossings - cross roads at designated crossings and at a 90-degree angle so you can cross safely and quickly - never ride on private property without permission of the land owner Driving at night: - reduce your speed - some hazards are harder to see in the dark - use your headlights and drive at a speed where they can shine ahead of you - wear clothing that has reflective markings so that you are more visible to others Driving on ice: - avoid driving on unfamiliar frozen lakes and rivers, as open water may not be visible - be prepared to self-rescue as help may be too far away - if you must drive over ice, wear a buoyant snowmobile suit - always drive on ice that is new, hard and clear - never drive on ice that is slushy, weak, near moving water or that has recently thawed and refrozen - check ice conditions with the local snowmobile club before you head out - use the buddy system and don't travel alone - remember, #NoIceIsSafeIce #OPPSAVE #SnowmobileSafety The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs - OFSC