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- DNR: 2/3 of Snowmobile Accident Victims this Winter were too Drunk to Drive
The Department of Natural Resources says two-thirds of the 23 snowmobilers who died in crashes in Wisconsin this winter were too drunk to legally drive a car. The DNR reports 70% of the dead riders had been drinking, and speed was a factor in 74% of the deaths.
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- Season Snowmobile Fatalities Reaching Dangerously High Numbers
21 people have died this season while snowmobiling, and that number is getting dangerously close to season ending totals from the past two years.
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- Snowmobile Trails in Langlade, Lincoln and Marathon Counties Open Again
Parks department workers tells NewsChannel 7 all the snowmobile trails in Langlade and Lincoln Counties will open again. Some of the trails in Marathon County will open again, as well.
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- Langlade County To Reopen Snowmobile Trails Thursday
The Langlade County Forestry Department says all public trails will be open to snowmobilers and ATVers beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday.
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- Circle of Friends Bring Children Battling Cancer to See Snow
Retired pro-football player brings children battling cancer to Wausau to experience snow.
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- Warm Weather Closes Wisconsin Snowmobile Trails in south-central Wisconsin
Wisconsin snowmobilers might have to keep their machines in the garage this weekend. Last weekend's thaw and a forecast calling for warmer temperatures in the next few days are forcing counties to shut down snowmobile trails across south-central Wisconsin.
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- Plenty of Contenders for World Snowmobile Chmp.
Defending Champ Brian Bewcyk hopes to fend off the competition this weekend.
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- Wisconsin DNR: 13 Snowmobile Deaths So Far this Winter
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin's snowmobile trails have been more deadly this winter than last.
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- 7 Killed so far in '09 Wis. Snowmobile Accidents
A Racine County couple and a pair of college students from Minnesota are among seven people killed in Wisconsin snowmobile accidents so far in 2009.
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- More Area Snowmobile Trails Open
All the snowmobile trails in Wood County and some of them in Langlade County will be opening on Christmas Eve day. Oneida and Vilas County trails are already open.
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- Counties Anticipate Opening Snowmobile Trails, Some Already Have
It could be argued that Wisconsin has some of the best snowmobile trails in the world. One area county is anxious for the upcoming season. Langlade County is branded as 'The County of Trails,' and it's easy to see why.
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- Pretrial Conference Set in Snowmobile Crash Case
A court date is scheduled this week for a man charged in a snowmobile crash in northern Wisconsin that killed a Chicago television journalist.
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- NEW INFO: Not Guilty Plea Entered for Snowmobiler in Crash That Killed Chicago TV News Anchor
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.
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- DNR: 25 Snowmobilers Killed in Crashes During the Season
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.
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- Snowmobiler Airlifted to Hospital After Hitting Tree in Waupaca County
Authorities are investigating an accident in rural Manawa that landed a 25-year-old New London man in the hospital with injuries. - Some Wis. Snowmobile Fees Would Nearly Double Under Bill
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. - DNR: 24 Snowmobilers Killed So Far This Winter in Wisconsin
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.
- 3 Separate Snowmobile Crashes Reported, 2 Involving Deputies
Three separate snowmobile accidents have been reported across the state within a 16-hour span. A total of six people have been injured. - NEW INFO: Hirschey Released on $25,000 Signature Bond Following Deadly Snowmobile Accident in Vilas County
The man charged in a snowmobile crash that killed a television news anchor from Chicago has been released on a $25,000 signature bond.
- Who's Responsible for Keeping Drunk Riders Off the Trails?
Opinions differ, but it seems many are willing to share the responsibility of ensuring snowmobilers stay safe on Wisconsin's trails. - 2 Snowmobile Deaths in Dodge County Over the Weekend
Two women were killed this weekend while riding snowmobiles in Dodge County. - NEW INFO: Initial Appearance Monday for Man Charged in Anchor's Death
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. - Council Says OWI Law Recommendation a Needed Step
Wisconsin's snowmobile recreation council voted Friday morning to recommend new legislation to the Department of Natural Resources that would tie OWIs on a snowmobile, to the operator's driver's license.
- DNR to Offer Snowmobile Safety Course
The Department of Natural Resources will teach kids the basics of snowmobiling in hopes of preventing accidents, injuries and fatalities on Wisconsin's trails.
- DNR Council Recommends New OWI Legislation for Snowmobiling
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.
- Minnesota Man Killed in Snowmobiling Crash in Ashland County
A Minnesota man was killed when his snowmobile collided with a semitrailer in Ashland County.
- Families Share Heartbreaking Stories of Drinking & Driving Snowmobile Deaths & Injuries
Two area families hope to prevent other families from losing loved ones in the fatal combination of drinking and snowmobiling.
- Statistics Show Correlation Between Wisconsin Laws, Snowmobile Deaths
Statistics from the DNR show a clear correlation between fatalities and changes in Wisconsin law.
- Undercover Report Finds Disturbing Pattern of Drinking and Snowmobiling
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.
- Mix of Snowmobiling, Alcohol Creates Tragic Trend in Wisconsin
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.
Snowmobiling Links
Snowmobiling HomeBlog About Drinking and Snowmobiling
Wisconsin Winter Snow Report
Snowmobile Safety Tips
Wisconsin Snowmobile Regulations
The Original Series
Part 1: A Tragic TrendPart 2: Undercover Report
Part 3: Laws and Snowmobile Deaths
Graph: Wis. Snowmobile Fatalities
Part 4: Heartbreaking Stories
Who Should I Contact?
Your State Representative or SenatorDepartment of Natural Resources
Tavern League of Wisconsin
Assoc. of Wis. Snowmobile Clubs
c/o Morris Nelson, Legislation Chairman
5497 Waterford La. Suite B
Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 734-5530
Fax: (920) 734-5528
E-mail: awsc@awsc.org
