2015 Try Our Trails Free – Family Day Weekend

OFSC Permits

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What Snowmobilers Need to Know About 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permits

In cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) is celebrating Ontario’s Snowmobiling Family Day Long Weekend with the third year of the No Cost Try Our Trails Permit, available online at no charge and valid only from 12:01 AM Saturday, February 14 until 11:59 PM on Monday, February 16, 2015.

The 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit is available only by registering online at www.ofsc.on.ca, completing the Try Our Trails Permit application form and printing out a permit good for Family Day Long Weekend only. There is no charge for either the 2015Try Our Trails Permit or the registration process, but to access OFSC trails, the printed permit must be affixed to the sled to which it is assigned in accordance with Ontario law.

Any sled on OFSC trails for recreational purposes without a permit on Family Day Weekend is illegal and can incur a fine of up to $1,000. Riders must also carry a valid driver’s licence or Motorized Snow Vehicle Operator’s Licence, sled registration, proof of insurance, and follow all the rules and assumptions for safe OFSC trail riding.

  

Try Our Trails Q&A

What is it?

“Try Our Trails” is the name of the 2015 permit approved by MTO as a result of a recommendation passed by OFSC clubs at their AGM asking for a no cost permit for Ontario’s Snowmobiling Family Day Weekend.

What is the purpose of the 2015 Try Our Trails Permit?

One purpose of the 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit is to invite new participants, former riders and out-of-province visitors to try OFSC trails at no cost. We also want to encourage all regular permit buyers to invite their families and friends to register for a 2015 Try Our Trails Permit, so they can Take a Friend Snowmobiling.

When Can I get a 2015 Try Our Trails Permit?

2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permits are available from Monday, February 2 for Ontario’s Snowmobiling Family Day Weekend only – and are valid only from 12:01 AM Saturday, February 14 until 11:59 PM on Monday, February 16, 2015 inclusive.

Where can I get a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit?

The 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit are only available from the OFSC Online Permits website any time from 12:01 AM on February 2 to 11:59 PM on Monday, February 16, 2015 by completing the registration form and printing out a permit from the follow up email you will receive immediately.

Why do I have to get a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit online?

Besides being the simplest, quickest and most convenient way for anyone to obtain the 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit for immediate use, there is one other very important reason that the 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit must be obtained online:

Permit Required – Even though there is no cost for this new permit, Ontario law still requires that a sled entering OFSC trails for recreational snowmobiling must display a valid permit or be subject to a penalty. So anyone who wants to try OFSC trails on Ontario’s Snowmobiling Family Day Weekend requires a trail permit on their sled, regardless that it may be obtained at no cost.

What is the process for obtaining a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit?

The process for obtaining a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit is exactly the same as if a snowmobiler were going online to buy a permit, except that no payment is required and the permit is obtained immediately. The reason for using the same method is that this is the process that complies with MTO requirements for the OFSC to distribute their trail permits, and it has worked very well for the past two seasons.

How does someone obtain a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit?

The 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit can be obtained at the OFSC Online Permits website. Please review the following instructions on how to obtain the Try Our Trails Permit online:

  • To register for a No Cost Try Our Trails Permit please create a new account (or login with your existing account if you are a current online permit purchaser).
  • Select the district and club where you plan on snowmobiling.
  • Confirm your personal information, enter your sled information and select the Try Our Trails Permit from the drop down menu provided.
  • Be sure to read all terms and conditions and check the appropriate boxes to continue through the form.
  • When you have successfully completed the form, click the “Proceed to Payment Gateway”.  Since there is no fee for the Try Our Trails Permit, you will not be asked for credit card information (if your order only consists of the Try Our Trails Permit).
  • You will be given the option to print a receipt showing that no fee was paid.
  • Your Try Our Trails Permit confirmation will be sent to you by email immediately. Please review the instructions and then print your permit (either in colour or black & white) and affix it to your sled.

If you require assistance please contact us at:  contactus@ofsc.on.ca

How do you affix a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit to your sled?

After you print out the permit in either colour or black & white, you must affix it to the sled to which it was assigned. The permit must also be and remain clear and legible in case you get checked on the trail. Because the permit is printed on paper with no adhesive backer, we are suggesting these jerry-rigged methods for affixing to your sled:

  • Put it in a clear plastic packing slip envelope from an office supply store. These have adhesive backs.
  • Laminate it and tape to sled.
  • Affix to sled with clear packing tape that will allow it to be seen and also protect it from the elements.
  • Place it in a ziplock baggie and tape to sled or attach to top inside of windshield with alligator clip.

As backup, we also recommend that you print out a duplicate copy to carry in your pocket along with the required permit registration paperwork.

In addition to a 2015 No Cost Try Our Trails Permit, what else do you need to legally ride OFSC trails?

Riders must also carry a valid driver’s licence or Snow Vehicle Operator’s Licence, sled registration, proof of insurance, and follow all the rules and assumptions for safe OFSC trail riding.

 

Happy Ontario Sledding!

 

Test Drive OFSC Trails at no Cost!

Test Drive OFSC Trails at no Cost!

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Last winter, almost 11,000 Ontarians tested OFSC snowmobile trails with a no cost Try Our Trails Permit affixed to their sleds. The promotion was so successful that the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is inviting first timers, newbies and former snowmobilers to do it all over again in 2014. Regular permit buyers are also invited to bring their families and friends along for a ride at no charge. 

In cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), the OFSC is celebrating Ontario’s only mid-winter statutory holiday long weekend with the return of the 2014 no cost “Try Our Trails” Permit to encourage more people to get outdoors and enjoy winter by going snowmobiling on OFSC trails. This permit is available without payment from those who pre-register online and is valid only from 12:01 AM Saturday, February 15 until 11:59 PM on Monday, February 17, 2014. Permit registrations start online at 12:01 AM on Saturday, February 1.

The 2014 no cost Try Our Trails Permit is available only by pre-registering online at www.ofsc.on.ca and printing out a permit good for Ontario’s Snowmobiling Family Day Long Weekend only. There is no charge for either the 2014 Try Our Trails Permit or the registration process, but to access OFSC trails, a printed permit must be affixed to the sled to which it is assigned in accordance with Ontario law. Any sled on OFSC trails without a permit on Ontario’s Snowmobiling Family Day Long Weekend is illegal and the operator can be subject to a fine of up to $1,000. Riders must also carry a valid driver’s licence or Snow Vehicle Operator’s Licence, sled registration, proof of insurance, and follow all the rules and assumptions for safe OFSC trail riding. 

Poker Run – New Date. New Location!

Poker Run - New Date. New Location!

West Carleton Snowmobile Trails Association and Delta Global Logistics Inc. are pleased to bring you the 2013 Annual Charity Poker Run, in support of The Snowsuit Fund.

The weather did not cooperate with our original date, but we’re counting on better luck this time! The added bonus is that by rescheduling to Ontario’s Family Day Weekend, riders can take advantage of the OFSC “Try our Trails at No Charge” weekend!

Come out and join us for a fun day of riding West Carleton trails, meeting new people, finishing off with dinner at the Constance Bay Legion and some great prizes available to be won!

Date: Saturday February 16, 2013

Registration: 10:00 a.m. 

Poker Run: 11:00 a.m.

Location (start and finish): Constance Bay Legion, 377 Allbirch Rd., Constance Bay, ON.

There will be plenty of parking on site for those who wish to trailer to and from the event.

We will be serving dinner, and a cash bar is available.

Cost: $20.00 entry fee (one poker hand), additional hands $5.00 each

Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, as well as oldest and youngest riders.

Contact: Scott Hamilton, WestCarletonPokerRun@gmail.com

 

Proceeds will benefit The Snowsuit Fund

We’ll be collecting donations of new and gently used winterwear (snowsuits, hats, mitts, boots) of all sizes. Let’s help out a great cause and have fun on the trails!

Please visit this site or our West Carleton Snowmobile Association Inc. Poker Run Facebook group for updates or cancellations.

 

We wish to thank our many sponsors, including:

Delta Global Logistics Inc.

Black’s Corners Motorsports

George’s Marine and Sports

Carleton Place Marine

Seller’s Choice Ottawa Valley Realty, Ted Kelly

Pivot Point Solutions Design and Communication

Eli El-Chantiry, Councilor Ward 5

JR’s Restaurant

Nichol’s Ultramar Gas Bar

Ottawa Senators

The Point Dining Lounge

The Pond Boy

The Prior Sports Bar

West Carleton EMC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Try Our Trails Permit – It’s Free!

Try Our Trails Permit - It's Free!

Exciting news just in!

In cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) is celebrating Ontario’s mid‐winter Family Day Long Weekend by launching a
new 2013 Try Our Trails Permit.

Permits are available online at no cost and valid only from 12:01 AM Saturday, February 16 until 11:59 PM on Monday, February 18, 2013. So, if you’ve ever wanted to give our trails a try, or if you’ve got that old sled that needs to get dusted off and out for a run, this is the perfect time! Just a reminder – Police  and Trail Patrol will still be out checking to make sure you have your free permit affixed to your snowmobile, and your license, insurance, registration are all in order

Here are the Quick Facts:

• New permit now available to test-drive OFSC trails
• Get your Try Our Trails Permit on line at no cost
• Permit valid for available OFSC trails on Ontario’s Family Day long weekend Feb. 16-18
• Print permit yourself from confirmation email you receive after registering online
• Permit must be affixed to your sled

Welcome to OFSC Trails and Enjoy Your Ride!

For more information, and to get your no-cost Try Our Trails Permit, click here!