Local sixth-graders complete snowmobile safety training

The sixth grade Safety class at Cook County Middle School wrapped up their Snowmobile Safety certification work with their Field Day Testing on Wednesday, March 6.  For this practical exam, students review the key parts of a snowmobile, perform basic maintenance checks, and practice hand signals before driving a course to showcase their ability to safely handle the machines.  
 
Middle School Instructor Emma Spoon said, “We want to thank Steve's Sports for allowing us use of their snowmobiles for this event. 
 
“Special thanks to volunteer instructors Kim Linnell and Eric Nelms, and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officers Darin Fagerman, Mary Manning, and Tom Wahlstrom for leading the Field Day and providing great instruction to our students,” said Wahlstrom.
 
This is the second year that School District 166 has offered the sixth-grade Safety and Technology course. The course includes DNR snowmobile safety training and firearm safety training.
 
All photos courtesy of School District 166