Driver Training Course – Sunday December 9

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The WCSTA course is now fully booked.

There are other clubs holding courses, which can be found in the events calendar page of the Upper Canada Snowmobile Region website. For other driver training course locations and dates please check the UCSR Calendar

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WCSTA will hold a Driver Training Session on Sunday, Dec 9 for those who would like to obtain a snowmobile operators license.

A snowmobile operators license can be obtained for those over 12 years of age who do not have a valid Ontario drivers license. Those people 16 years and older, will be asked to submit a form to verify no Drivers license has already been issued to them.

It will be held at the Kinburn Community Center, starting a 9 am, and running until 4 pm

The course is 6 hours in length, going over snowmobiling safety, followed by a test. Proof of age, for example, by birth certificate, baptismal certificate, passport is needed, along with a parents signature of consent for their child’s attendance.

Registration forms will be filled out on day of course. If a parent cannot sign consent on that day, please contact Driver Training  Instructor to arrange filling out registration beforehand.

There is a fee for the course that is set by the province, at $40.00, payable in cash or cheque made out to W.C.S.T.A.I 

Our club will provide pizza lunch for students attending.

Class size is limited to 25 students.

To aid us with the registration process, please complete the pre-registration form below. Once this information is received you will receive a confirmation email within a day or two to verify that your application has been received. Please note that proof of age and parent signature will still be required when you arrive at the driver training.

You may also contact Eric Mesdag at drivertraining@wcstai.com, or phone 613 314 3933 for more info.

    Eyeglasses needed*

     

    Trail Patrol Course – Wed. Jan. 10th

    Trail Patrol Course - Wed. Jan. 10th

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    Trail Patrol Course – Wed. Jan. 10th

    We are going to be training new Trail Patrol (trail wardens) on Wednesday January 10th from 7 to 9pm at Kinburn Community Centre.

    Trail Patrol are on trail ambassadors for snowmobiling. We are there to promote a safe snowmobile experience for everyone, give valuable information to fellow sledders and promote our sport.

    I should add this is also to get an update on your current training. We are moving to a district wide Trail Patrol not just by club. Come out to here about he changed as well. all good stuff.

    Please email trailpatrol@wcstai.com to sign up or get more information.

    The course is under two hours.

    Thank you,
    Scott Hamilton
    President
    WCSTAI

    Driver Training Course – Dec. 2nd

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    WCSTA will hold a Driver Training Session on Saturday Dec 2nd, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kinburn Community Centre for those who would like to obtain a snowmobile operators license. Please plan to arrive early as we need to verify proof of age, and obtain the permission signature from the parent/legal guardian.

    A snowmobile operators license is required to ride the trails in Ontario if you do not possess a valid drivers license. To be eligible, students must be 12 years old on or before the course date. A test will be given at the end of the course, and successful applicants can receive their Ontario Motorized Snowmobile Vehicle Operators licence. Any student under 16 must have signed parental consent.

    Proof of age is required (example, passport or birth certificate must be shown). Students over the age of 16, if seeking a Ontario Motorized Snowmobile Vehicle Operators licence, will submit a Driver Status Check with the MTO to show the student is “Unlicensed”. Those with valid drivers licences may also take the course, and receive an “Adult Card” confirming successful completion of the course.

    Course cost is $40.00. Pizza lunch will be served.

    To aid us with the registration process, please complete the pre-registration form below. Once this information is received you will receive a confirmation email within a day or two to verify that your application has been received. Please note that proof of age and parent signature will still be required when you arrive at the driver training.

    You may also contact Eric Mesdag at drivertraining@wcstai.com, or phone 613 314 3933 for more info.

      Eyeglasses needed*

      St. Johns Emergency First Aid Course – Dec. 3

      St. Johns Emergency First Aid Course - Dec. 3

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      St John Ambulance First Aid Course

      Date: Dec 3 at Kinburn Community Centre 8:30 to 4:00 pm

      WCSTA will offering a first aid course on Dec 3. Any of our groomer operators that are not already trained will be taking this course, and it is also a great idea for anyone who rides – especially in remote areas. This will be a one day St Johns Emergency First Aid course, geared toward snowmobilers and groomer operators.

      The course will cover Emergency Scene Management, Shock, all CPRs (adult, child, infant), automated external defibrillator (AED), Severe Bleeding, Wound Care, Burns and Medical Conditions.  There will be additional discussion and practice on other topics that may be relevant to snowmobilers.

      Cost of the training is $109, and the Club will provide a complimentary pizza lunch.

      If you would like to attend, please email contact@wcstai.com

      Signage Training Nov. 1, 2016

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      Sledding is just around the corner and early indicators are pointing toward a great sledding season this year!  In preparation for the installation of trail signage and markers, WCSTA will be holding its annual trail signage course on  November 1, 2016, 6:00-7:00 PM in the Conference Room* at the Kinburn Community Centre.  Correct signage is the cornerstone of the club’s risk management program and critical to safe sledding on our trails.  The trails cannot be opened until this important work is completed.

      If you are new to trail signage this season: a) THANKS for volunteering; and b) please plan to attend this course.  Note that preparing the trails depends entirely on volunteers like you.  If you just want to help out but aren’t sure where to start, feel free to come to the training and we will happily pair you up with an experienced installer.

      If you cannot make this training, or have any questions contact the director responsible for risk management at safesledding@wcstai.com

      *The conference room is located at the southwest end of the building (closest to the soccer fields).  It is NOT the room near the bar nor the large hall.

      Trail Patrol Training Feb. 4th

      OFSC West Carleton trail patrol

      Hello Everyone,
      We will be offering a training course for new trail patrollers.
      Looking for people who love snowmobiling and are dedicated to the fun it is for everyone.
      Easy 1.5 hour course, Looking for ambassadors

      Please let us know ASAP on facebook or email westcarletonpokerrun@gmail.com for any questions you may have.

      Come out and join our team!

      Course is at our new Club House 🙂

      Trail signage course announced:  Nov 10, 2015

      snowmobile-trail-signageSledding is just around the corner.  In preparation for the installation of trail signage and markers, the WCSTAI will be holding its annual trail signage course on  November 10, 2015, 6:30-7:30 PM in the Conference Room* at the Kinburn Community Centre.  Correct signage is the cornerstone of the clubs risk management program and critical to safe sledding on our trails.  The trails cannot be opened until this important work is completed.

      If you are new to trail signage this season: a) THANKS for volunteering; and b) please plan to attend this course.  Note that preparing the trails depends entirely on volunteers like you.  If you just want to help out but aren’t sure where to start, feel free to come to the training and we will happily pair you up with an experienced installer.

      If you cannot make this training, or have any questions contact the director responsible for risk management at safesledding@wcstai.com

      *The conference room is located at the southwest end of the building (closest to the soccer fields).  It is NOT the room near the bar nor the large hall.