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Your State Representative or Senator Department of Natural Resources Tavern League of Wisconsin Assoc. of Wis. Snowmobile Clubs c/oMorris Nelson, Legislation Chairman 5497 Waterford La. Suite B Appleton, WI 54913 (920) 734-5530 Fax: (920) 734-5528 E-mail: awsc@awsc.org

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NEW INFO: Not Guilty Plea Entered for Snowmobiler in Crash That Killed Chicago TV News Anchor Last Updated: 6:50 PM 04/17/08 - A Vilas County judge has entered a not guilty plea for the man accused of crashing a snowmobile in Vilas County, killing a Chicago television news anchor. Scott Hirschey waved his right to a preliminary hearing Thursday, then stood mute when asked to enter a plea. (Full Story)

DNR: 25 Snowmobilers Killed in Crashes During the Season Last Updated: 5:01 PM 04/01/08 - Some places in extreme northern Wisconsin have up to 14 inches of new snow, but a state safety expert still says the snowmobiling season is officially over. Gary Eddy of the state Department of Natural Resources says 25 riders died in crashes this season. (Full Story)

Snowmobiler Airlifted to Hospital After Hitting Tree in Waupaca County Last Updated: 11:50 PM 03/01/08 - Authorities are investigating an accident in rural Manawa that landed a 25-year-old New London man in the hospital with injuries. (Full Story)

Some Wis. Snowmobile Fees Would Nearly Double Under Bill Last Updated: 2:59 PM 02/28/08 - Out-of-state residents would have to pay nearly double to ride a snowmobile on Wisconsin trails under a bill passed by the state Senate. The measure passed Thursday would increase the out-of-state trail sticker fee from $18 to $35 starting July 1. (Full Story)

DNR: 24 Snowmobilers Killed So Far This Winter in Wisconsin Last Updated: 5:52 PM 02/25/08 - A state safety expert says snowmobile crashes on Wisconsin trails have killed 24 riders so far this winter, considerably more than a year ago. DNR records show Wisconsin has averaged 27 snowmobile deaths per season over the past 12 years. (Full Story)

3 Separate Snowmobile Crashes Reported, 2 Involving Deputies Last Updated: 6:51 PM 02/23/08 - Three separate snowmobile accidents have been reported across the state within a 16-hour span. A total of six people have been injured. (Full Story)

NEW INFO: Hirschey Released on $25,000 Signature Bond Following Deadly Snowmobile Accident in Vilas County Last Updated: 6:54 PM 02/11/08 - The man charged in a snowmobile crash that killed a television news anchor from Chicago has been released on a $25,000 signature bond. (Full Story)

Who's Responsible for Keeping Drunk Riders Off the Trails? Last Updated: 8:32 PM 02/10/08 - Opinions differ, but it seems many are willing to share the responsibility of ensuring snowmobilers stay safe on Wisconsin's trails. (Full Story)

2 Snowmobile Deaths in Dodge County Over the Weekend Last Updated: 2:17 PM 02/10/08 - Two women were killed this weekend while riding snowmobiles in Dodge County. (Full Story)

NEW INFO: Initial Appearance Monday for Man Charged in Anchor's Death Last Updated: 1:48 PM 02/10/08 - An initial court appearance is scheduled for tomorrow for a man charged in a snowmobile crash that killed a Chicago TV anchor in Eagle River. (Full Story)

Council Says O.W.I. Law Recommendation a Needed Step Last Updated: 7:22 PM 02/08/08 - Wisconsin's snowmobile recreation council voted Friday morning to recommend new legislation to the Department of Natural Resources that would tie O.W.I.s on a snowmobile, to the operator's driver's license. (Full Story)

DNR to Offer Snowmobile Safety Course Last Updated: 3:33 PM 02/11/08 - The Department of Natural Resources will teach kids the basics of snowmobiling in hopes of preventing accidents, injuries and fatalities on Wisconsin's trails. (Full Story)

DNR Council Recommends New OWI Legislation for Snowmobiling Last Updated: 3:10 PM 02/08/08 - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Snowmobile Recreation Council has decided to recommend legislation that would tie drunk driving on a snowmobile to the operator's drivers license. (Full Story)

Minnesota Man Killed in Snowmobiling Crash in Ashland County Last Updated: 1:22 PM 02/08/08 - A Minnesota man was killed when his snowmobile collided with a semitrailer in Ashland County. (Full Story)

Families Share Heartbreaking Stories of Drinking & Driving Snowmobile Deaths & Injuries Last Updated: 1:04 PM 02/08/08 - Two area families hope to prevent other families from losing loved ones in the fatal combination of drinking and snowmobiling. (Full Story)

Statistics Show Correlation Between Wisconsin Laws, Snowmobile Deaths Last Updated: 8:56 PM 02/06/08 - Statistics from the DNR show a clear correlation between fatalities and changes in Wisconsin law. (Full Story)

Undercover Report Finds Disturbing Pattern of Drinking and Snowmobiling Last Updated: 7:15 PM 02/05/08 - Chicago TV reporter Dave Savini and his crew traveled along a busy Northern Wisconsin snowmobile trail and stopped at numerous bars. Their hidden camera captured a callous attitude about drinking and sledding. (Full Story)

Mix of Snowmobiling, Alcohol Creates Tragic Trend in Wisconsin Last Updated: 4:37 PM 02/05/08 - Taverns have long been an important part of snowmobiling culture in Northern Wisconsin. While law enforcement and bar owners say there has been a shift towards safety, they say there is still a lot of work left to be done. (Full Story)