CONCORD (AP) – Snowmobile riders registered in other states can operate on New Hampshire’s trails during Open Snowmobile Registration weekend from March 4-6.

New Hampshire’s laws and regulations regarding snowmobile operations will be enforced, including speed limits, illegal off-trail riding, compliant exhaust systems relative to noise and decibel levels, and youth operation standards.

To operate a snowmobile or off-highway recreational vehicle in New Hampshire unaccompanied, any person age 14 or older must have either a valid motor vehicle driver’s license or have successfully completed an approved OHRV/snowmobile safety education class.

With recent changes to the state laws, all online classes will cover a combination of OHRV and snowmobile safety and rules.

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Hunter education courses being

offered around the state

CONCORD (AP) — The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is offering hunter education classes around the state for hunters who wish to purchase licenses.

Participants must be at least age 12 by the last day of the course to achieve certification in basic hunter education.

A license to hunt is mandatory for people age 16 and older who want to hunt. Hunters who purchased an apprentice hunting license last year must take an education class before they can buy a hunting license.

Pre-registration is recommended.

“Spring and summer are your best bets to be sure of getting into a course,” education coordinator Josh Mackay said.