Monthly Archives: November 2012

How to log volunteer hours

All, Club news November 7, 2012 Leave a comment

As part of the club’s commitment to Snowmobile North Dakota, we are asked to track the total number of hours volunteers spend each year supporting the local snowmobile trails.

We appreciate any and all help that you provide and ask that you log those hours using the process below. We have an easy to use form on the club’s website that you can use any time you complete a volunteer activity on behalf of the club.

  1. Log into the volunteer hours page (https://ruralcass.org/volunteer-hours/)
  2. Enter your name
  3. Enter the date that the activity was completed.
  4. Select the type of volunteer activity that you did from the Description drop-down list. If you don’t see an exact match for your activity, select the activity that seems most closely related.
  5. Enter the total number of hours you spent on this activity. Round up to the nearest whole hour.
  6. Click Submit. You should get a confirmation page showing that your volunteer activity was logged.

Thank you for volunteering to help the Rural Cass Snowmobile Club!

Rugby to host 2012 SND state convention

All, SND info November 6, 2012 Leave a comment

The 34th annual Snowmobile North Dakota convention will be Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Northern Lights Inn, Rugby. The convention will be hosted y the Northern Lights Trail Blazers.

Grooming, Signing and Trail Grubbing classes will be held in the afternoon, while the annual meeting will be held that morning. An avalanche safety session also is planned. The event wraps up with an evening banquet. Check here for a complete schedule of activities.

Check your snowmobile helmet for safety

All November 2, 2012 Leave a comment

Snowmobiling is a great way to get outdoors during the winter and have fun. And now is the right time to make sure your helmet is still safe while you still have time to replace it and not impact your ability to ride when it snows.

When accidents occur, head injuries are the most common type, especially in children (source: National Institute of Health), so “Ride Safe, Ride Smart” by wearing a properly fitted helmet at all times.

Assessing your helmet

  • My helmet fits properly. It should be snug and fasten securely. Improperly fitted helmets can reduce your field of vision and may not provide adequate protection.
  • My helmet is not outdated. Helmets have a shelf life of approximately five to eight years. After that time the protective materials inside begin to breakdown and offer less protection. Also as new technology is developed, helmets become more advanced and provide greater protection. Newer snowmobile helmets will keep your face warm and your vision clear of fog. For your safety, make sure that your helmet has the latest technology. Also check the helmet for a DOT (Department of Transportation) stamp or sticker which signals the helmet meets all current safety standards.
  • My helmet is not cracked or damaged. A cracked or damaged helmet can allow almost as much damage as no helmet at all. Before using a helmet, give it a quick look over to make sure that it is not cracked or damaged. A helmet can only withstand one serious impact before losing its protective qualities.
  • My helmet provides maximum protection. Many types of helmets are available, but be sure to choose the one for your protection needs. Common injuries also include dental and facial damage, so consider a full face helmet to fully protect yourself.
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