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Show Freds Top Ten tips for safe Utah law requires that residents operating an OHV on public land have a valid drivers license or an OHV Education Certificate. 3. Be certain that you understand the OHV you plan to ride. Become familiar with your OHV by reading and studying the owners manual that accompanies the machine. With summer officially underway and more people heading to the dimes and trails, Utah State Parks and Recreation wants to vehicle (OHV) operators of basic riding safety rules. OHV Education Specialist Fred Hayes offers his top ten safety tips: a wear 1. Always off-highw- 4. Always be certain that your OHV is in good mechanical repair, and that it has enough oil and fuel for the return trip. Car- approved helmet. Helmets are not only a good idea, but for OHV riders and passengers under 18 years of age its the law! 2. Attend a training course. properly-fitte- d, public lands, roads, or trails. 9. All public land areas should be considered closed to OHV use unless they are specifically designated as open by a sign or map that has been posted by the manAlways obtain per5. Always let someone know aging agency. mission of the land owner before where you are going and when entering private property. you plan to be home. Provide 10. ride responsibly them with a map to make it eas- and inAlways control. Respect the land ier for help to find you, should you ride on. Stay on established you need it. trails to avoid damaging sensi6. Avoid riding alone. OHV tive vegetation, and never chase riding is safer and more fun if or harass wildlife or domestic you are part of a group of riders. animals. 7. Carry an emergency first aid For more information on OHV kit and survival supplies each education classes, or to safety, time you ride. Carry plenty of a copy of Highlights request water and extra food, too. Vehicle Laws From 8. Make sure your OHV is call and Rules, please properly registered. Under Utah law, any OHV must be registered ry spare parts and tools in case of a breakdown. Off-Highw- o Boating safety tips, and boat and trailer preparation Coordina'Recreation o O Utaa (floap 0 Buy a DIRECTV System, subscribe to from Pegasus Satellite Television and get $100 in DIRECTV pay per view programming certificates absolutely Enjoy the - FREE! largest selection of pay per view entertainment boating. extinguisher(s) for motorboats. A horn or whistle for boats more than 16 feet in length. Brief passengers on emergency procedures. Check all PFDs for proper fit. Operator is alert, sober, and boats less than 26 feet in length. File a float plan with a A fully-charg- fire ed spare paddle or oar for ready. access to a personal flotation device (PFD-lif- e jacket) and those 12 years old and younger must wear their PFD. Never operate a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Maintain a safe distance of 150 feet from other boats and and boxing! Cotch exciting sports action like 'lAr Tune in to concerts by top performers! re- Visual distress signaling de- placement is not available, tie a vices. piece of line around pulleys and secure with a square knot Anchor and anchor line. Broken pipe or hose wrap the Tool kit, spare parts and break with duct tape. flashlight First aid kit. Engine oil leak catch the oil in a pan and pour it back into the enBoarding ladder. gine. Spare bilge plug. Basic checks if your engine Spare propellers. Duct and electrical tape. fails, make three basic checks before taking it apart or calling for Boating Operation Checklist: Fill fuel tanks. help: Fuel lines and tank checked a) fuel tank is not empty for leaks. b) the propeller is not fouled Navigation lights and work- with seaweed, rope, or fishing line ing horn. Boat checked for leaks and c) the drive pin has not boat plug inserted. sheared. All gear and supplies properFora free copy ofHighlightsFmm Utahs Boating Lawsand Rules, the ly stowed and secured. Motor in good operating con- home-stud- y boating education dition. course, Utah Boating Basics: A Propeller in good condition, Guide Tb Responsible Boating, or with the lower unit free of weeds PWC education information, write to or visit Utah State Parks and and debris. Trailer Checklist: Recreation, 1594 West North Tbm-piSalt Like City, UT 84114-600on the boat secure Properly the trailer. or telephone Be knowledgeable about basic boating safety and Utah boating laws and rules. Personal watercraft are boats and must abide by all state boating laws and rules. Personal Watercraft (PWC) Utah law requires children 12 through 17 years old to complete Inspect all lines, the PWC education course and have in their possession, a boat- and the winch. Tighten as necing safety certificate issued by essary ofand replace any that show fraying or strand sepaUtah State Parks and Recre- signs ation. After completion of the ration. Be sure that all trailer lights course, PWC operators 12 are operating properly. through 15 must be under direct Test the braking system. supervision of an adult. Tb regInspect the hitch and safety ister or for more information, chain. call Utahns will be traveling in please Check tire pressure, lug nuts record numbers with theme All PWCs must carry owners and bearings. parks and campgrounds their top Tilt and secure the motor to destinations. or operators liability insurance and proof of insurance while in increase road clearance. Undeterred by higher gas pricTake a trailer jack and spare es, about one in operation on Utah waters. Mini eight Utahns are expected to travel more than 100 miles from home. A record 33.3 e, 1, 0. tie-dow- ns UNIVERSAL STORAGE CENTERS For Your Storage Needs Now Renting! 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Allow more time for stopping. insurance requirement if the Watch and obey speed limits. PWC is in Utah for 90 or fewer Pull well off the road periodidays.' Checkcally and inspect the entire rig, Boating Equipment list: all boats must have on examine tires and wheel bearboard: ings for overheating. Test d and check gear stowed Coast Type I, II, or III PFDs, in good, ser- in the boat viceable condition, to fit each Arriving At Your Boating person aboard. An additional Destination: Determine if weather and throwable Type IV PFD is required for boats of 16 feet or more water conditions are suitable for HV-RID- E. o Q if it is operated or transported on mum insurance requirements vehicle riding off-highw-ay remind Wednesday, June 9, 1999 Nephi, Utah Page 10 usAnwl wtefflbm o purlieu i MSCTV Sya bw V? 7 44 ms ortuM Mkmb cg b xM Mb m WftlV b mW fapniHaamiaMMiM'ied hmmubjM ISIOenwMeW rfm OtBOV ii i Hfcmil MKW b kugke. tbimc tmpowwii DIRECTV. bwl CW poyannq Ip pmfaM bmbnwtb b (rii Onto mi iwfrws vbml tbm W art 71 Sff ml mhinte Obi fraynm-- m ni eke DtfiCTV baba PLUMBING & BUILDERS SUPPLY 66 SOUTH (mkMsadl w b ubrtb ( Great Location 623-780- 6 CALL 623-11C- 3 Heating Service Plumbing Service Electrical X ever-popul- ar MAIN. NEPHI, UTAH FOR SERVICE )- Licensed Contractor We Service What We Sefll Factory Trained peraonnetl million Americans will make trips this Summer up 4 percent from last year. The most popular destinations for Utahns taking auto trips are southern, California, Yellowstone National Park, St. George, the Grand Canyon and southern Utah national parks, says AAA Utah. . Summer TVavel Forecast Momentum for summer travel has been building every year for three years, said Fairdough The family travel is the fastest growing segment of the travel industry. There is also a growing trend for mature adults to take longer trips, and we see more activity among younger adults who have not yet started families. On average, travelers plan to spend $956 on their longest pleasure or vacation trip this summer, which is down $16 from last summers spending plans, found a survey by AAA and the Travel Industry Association ofAmerica. For the longest summer vacation trip, Americans plan to spend 83 nights away from home, which is up a half day from last summers planned trip. Nationally, average costs for lodging and meals are up slightly from last year according to a AAA survey of hotels, motels, and family restaurants. A family of two adults and two children can expect to pay $110 per day for lodging and $103 for meals per day. The total of $213 per day is up $3 from last years average. In Utah, the daily cost is higher at $93 for lodging and $113 for meals, totaling $206. This is $1 less than last years sum. Ups for Saving Money on a Vacation - Book accommodations in advance for best selection, rats and availability. Lodge in outlying areas, away from popular tourist and busi- ness destinations. Have a picnic. Eat your main meals at lunch to take advantage of lower menu prices. Check your cars fluid levels and tire pressure, and sure d it is before taking a long road trip. This will help avoid the expense and inconvenience of a breakdown, and will improve fuel efficient well-tune- POOR |