What action is recommended if bad weather occurs while snowmobiling and you are lost?

Staying put and signaling for rescuers during bad weather while lost is generally the safest action to take. When visibility is poor or conditions are treacherous, attempting to navigate or move can lead to disorientation or further danger. By remaining in one location, you increase the chances of being found by rescue teams. Additionally, signaling for rescuers—whether through visual signals like flags or reflective materials, or sound signals—can help make your presence known. It is important to conserve energy and warmth, which can be more effectively managed when stationary, rather than risking exposure or worsening your situation by moving.

Taking shelter in a cabin or searching for other snowmobilers can seem like viable alternatives, but they carry risks. Finding a cabin without knowledge of its location might lead to more confusion or wandering off. Searching for other snowmobilers can also be dangerous in adverse weather, as it may lead you further away from safety. Therefore, choosing to stay put and signal for help is the most prudent choice in such situations.