A snowmobiler whose sled tipped over during a solo ride Saturday spent a harrowing night outside before finding refuge in a cabin southeast of Yellowknife, say.

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Civil Air Search and Rescue Association (CASARA) joined the search effort with a fixed wing airplane, according to an release Tuesday.

On Sunday, shortly before 4 p.m., and SAR located the man at a cabin near Defeat Lake. Unable to get his tipped sled upright, the snowmobiler found shelter in the cabin after building a fire and sleeping outside the night before, the news release stated.

The man was carrying survival gear and was unharmed.

stress all snowmobilers should take steps to ensure their safety before hitting the trails.

SA国际影视传媒�Safety gear such as: GPS device, satellite phone, extra fuel, food/water, fire starting supplies and a shovel are encouraged. In addition, it is always a good idea to ride with others, and leave a detailed route with family or friends at home,SA国际影视传媒� stated in the news release.