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Snowmobiler uninjured in collision with moose

A snowmobiler riding at night on the C trail in Skead hit a moose Feb. 8, said a news release from District 12 STOP officers. The snowmobiler wasn't hurt in the collision, and the moose walked off into the bush.
Sudbury.com Staff
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Snowmobile radar runs are not illegal, but a person can be charged for operating their machine at a high rate of speed, to the point it becomes dangerous for themselves or others. File photo.
A snowmobiler riding at night on the C trail in Skead hit a moose Feb. 8, said a news release from District 12 STOP officers.

The snowmobiler wasn't hurt in the collision, and the moose walked off into the bush.

Earlier that day, another snowmobiler had a close encounter with a moose while riding at night on the D trail by Municipal Road 80.

STOP officers are advising snowmobilers to increase their awareness when riding at night.

Officers conducted motorized snow vehicle enforcement on Sunday in Espanola and Nairn Centre. Due to inclement weather and the extreme windchill, officers checked only 26 snowmobiles, and issued two fines for failing to display evidence of a trail permit, two fines for failing to produce evidence of insurance, one fine for failing to display evidence of a permit, and two fines for failing to produce evidence of registration.

STOP officers are volunteers from the snowmobile community who are appointed as special constables/provincial offences officers by the Province Of Ontario to enforce the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act.

“The STOP officer’s goal is to improve the sport of snowmobiling. STOP officers contribute to safety on the trails by enforcing snowmobile laws and assisting police with sobriety spot checks,” said a news release.