§ 21.01 Legislative findings and purpose. The legislature hereby
finds that it is in the public interest to register snowmobiles as
recreational vehicles for the purpose of enforcement of reasonable
provisions concerning their use and control; to encourage the sport of
snowmobiling as a family activity; to promote the proper and safe use
and operation of snowmobiles; to provide an adequate safety educational
program for youthful operators; to limit the operation of snowmobiles
upon public highways and private property without the consent of the
owner; to protect and preserve the state's natural resources, including
its wildlife, wild forests, waters and scenic and wilderness character;
to reduce the effect on the environment of excess noise; to insure
privacy of remote areas; and to afford opportunity for compatible
enjoyment of various recreational activities on the state's lands and
open spaces. It is the purpose of this title to promote the safe and
proper use of snowmobiles for recreation and commerce in this state by
encouraging their use and development and minimizing detrimental effects
of such use upon the environment.