Yesterday I went to a friend’s funeral that died in a snowmobile accident.
Each year when I conduct a Snowmobile Safety class, we read the Accident list from the WDNR. Most accidents are cause by speed and alcohol.
The details of the accident are not in the report alone with the effects it causes on family and friends.
My friend did everything wrong that a snowmobiler could have. Trails closed, not riding on a marked trail, speed, no helmet and lastly Alcohol.
Please when you go and ride this weekend or for the rest of the year, remember to ride responsibly and ride safe. If you are a leader of a group, maintain a speed that is good for the whole group so that the slowest rider is not riding over their ability.
Rest in Peace Tommy D #208
A Friend's Death
[QUOTE=snohawk;19722]Yesterday I went to a friend’s funeral that died in a snowmobile accident.
Each year when I conduct a Snowmobile Safety class, we read the Accident list from the WDNR. Most accidents are cause by speed and alcohol.
The details of the accident are not in the report alone with the effects it causes on family and friends.
My friend did everything wrong that a snowmobiler could have. Trails closed, not riding on a marked trail, speed, no helmet and lastly Alcohol.
Please when you go and ride this weekend or for the rest of the year, remember to ride responsibly and ride safe. If you are a leader of a group, maintain a speed that is good for the whole group so that the slowest rider is not riding over their ability.
Rest in Peace Tommy D #208[/QUOTE]
I commend you for posting this article, as it is not easy to discuss fatal accident details of a friend. I'm very sorry for your loss and I will pray for his family. I lost a friend under similar circumstances in an ATV accident involving a pickup at an intersection. Its a good reminder for all of us to slow down, enjoy the ride and be thankful that we are able to enjoy the sport of snowmobiling. And we need the courage to speak up when we see someone doing something unsafe. You may not get a positive response, but at least you've made the effort and it may save a life or a prevent serious injury.
Each year when I conduct a Snowmobile Safety class, we read the Accident list from the WDNR. Most accidents are cause by speed and alcohol.
The details of the accident are not in the report alone with the effects it causes on family and friends.
My friend did everything wrong that a snowmobiler could have. Trails closed, not riding on a marked trail, speed, no helmet and lastly Alcohol.
Please when you go and ride this weekend or for the rest of the year, remember to ride responsibly and ride safe. If you are a leader of a group, maintain a speed that is good for the whole group so that the slowest rider is not riding over their ability.
Rest in Peace Tommy D #208[/QUOTE]
I commend you for posting this article, as it is not easy to discuss fatal accident details of a friend. I'm very sorry for your loss and I will pray for his family. I lost a friend under similar circumstances in an ATV accident involving a pickup at an intersection. Its a good reminder for all of us to slow down, enjoy the ride and be thankful that we are able to enjoy the sport of snowmobiling. And we need the courage to speak up when we see someone doing something unsafe. You may not get a positive response, but at least you've made the effort and it may save a life or a prevent serious injury.
