Proper Clothing
Check out the Apparel section for information on the proper riding apparel for snowmobiling. This section will go into detail about which winter clothing is better than others, so you can prepare for the length of your trip and the weather while you ride.

Alcohol
Alcohol should never be a choice when in an emergency situation. Alcohol does not create a warming effect on the body, it does the complete opposite by causing your body to lose precious warmth very rapidly. It is better to bring a hot beverage, like coffee or hot chocolate, with you on your trip. The warm liquid can help warm your insides and be more comfortable, to help ease the chill from the weather.

Fire Making Materials
In your safety kit, there should be matches held in a waterproof container and some flammable material to help aid you in building a fire. A fire not only keeps you warm, but also acts as a signal to show rescuers where you are. Keep the fire burning until someone finds you or you leave the area to walk for help.

Moderate Exercise
Moderate exercise can be very helpful in the fight against frostbite. Do not do so much exercise that you are sweating; only make movements to keep your body warm.

Hand Warmers
There are products readily available that you can easily store on your snowmobile to help keep your hands warm. Some warmers use chemicals that are activated by squeezing the package, which creates a heat reaction. Another type runs on flashlight batteries and another uses a thick wick soaked in flammable fluid that you start with a match. Hand warmers are also built into the handlebars on some snowmobiles.

Wind Chill
Wind chill is the result of the combination of the wind and cold temperatures. The higher the wind speed, the colder the air feels. To avoid wind chill and frostbite, be sure to check the weather before you ride to prepare the correct riding apparel for your trip.