Show Use of Snowmobile Codes Urged for Safer Winter Fun A snowmobile code of ethics and a snowmobile safety code has been developed by the snowmobile Industry state federal and local governments and civic safety agencies OVE SNOW OVER vc have opened a whole new winter world In National Forests said Floyd Iverson Inter mountain Regional forestor They also present many pro Snowmobiling will be come much safer and more pleasant as the increasing num ber of snowmobile owners be come acquainted with and tice the rules of safety and courtesy set forth in these two codes are arc urged to travel in groups of two or more to leave word of in tended destination with friends or family and to check local conditions with Ranger District per HIGH ON the l list st of problems are avalanches ns as the noise or weight of the snowmobile can trigger Steep canyons and should be avoided I IThe The snowmobile code of i ethics calls on each vehicle owner to be a good sportsman and 1 not t litter trails or camping areas pollute streams or lakes or damage trees shrubs and other natural terrain features SAFETY CODE 1 When planning extended trips I will prepare a route plan with nn an estimated time of return I will give this tion to a responsible person When traveling on state or federally owned lands I will check in and check out with the park officials als or ranger stations 2 When making extended trips I will carry emergency equipment snowshoes or skis flares two lines waterproof matches emergency food sup ply extra fuel compass and map I will avoid travel ing alone in remote areas 3 I will not cross or travel on frozen lakes and streams un til the ice is thick enough to support the weight of my snow snow- snowmobile mobile and passengers When traveling in new areas I will seek advice on Ice conditions I 4 I will keep myself physical ly fit for winter inter sports 5 I will al always ways carry a first aid kit 6 I will wear winter clothing and protective glasses or gogo gog- goggles glE's 7 I will know the weather forecast When th the weather turns bad I will turn back 8 I will keep my snowmobilE in good operating condition 9 I will always carry a tool toolkit toolkit kit 10 I will stay on marked trails or marked roads open to snowmobiles I will avoid cross cros country travel unless specifically ly authorized 11 I will use my only for transportation when hunting My rifle will be en en- en encased cased whenever I am aboard my snowmobile if local regula regula- regulations allow encased rifles aboard snowmobiles CODE OF ETHICS 1 I wilt will be a good sports man r I recognize recognise that judge judg all snowmobile owners by my actions I will use my in in- in influence fluence with other snowmobile owners to promote sportsman sportsman- sportsmanlike like conduct 2 I will not litter trails or camping areas I will not pol pol- pol pollute lute streams or lakes 3 I will not damage livin living trees shrubs or other natural features 4 I will respect other peoples people's property and rights I 5 I will lend a helping hand handI when I seek someone in dis tress 6 I will make myself and my vehicle available to assist search and rescue parties 7 I will not interfere with or harass hikers skiers snow snow- ice fishermen or other winter sportsmen I will respect their rights to enjoy our tion facilities 8 I will know and obey aU all federal state and local rules regulating the operating of snowmobiles in areas where I use my vehicle I will inform public officials when using pub pub- public lie lic lands 9 I will not harass wildlife I will avoid areas posted for forthe forthe the protection or feeding of wildlife I i a v a G r v a y 4 3 6 k s sY sk Y k A r at- at TI r h lr I- I FAST DETERMINED PLAY marked Fridays Friday's game between rivals arch Uintah and Union High schools Uintah played steady capable ball until until the fourth quarter when they were unable to continue their scoring g which had kept them ahead for three quarters A frantic quarter four fast break a attack by Union which had been more hurt hurt- hurting hurting ing than helping through half first turnovers suddenly became deadly accurate in quarter fourth play to put Union ahead Both teams compete in Division compe compe- competition titian next week Staff photo |