CPSC Warns Memorial Day Weekend Among the Deadliest Holidays for ATV Riders
May 29, 2011
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riders to take steps to stay safe this holiday weekend. CPSC staff is aware of 28 fatalities that occurred during the four-day Memorial Day holiday weekend in 2010. That is an average of seven deaths a day. Five victims were under the age of 16.
History has shown that as temperatures go up, and spring turns to summer, the reported number of ATV-related incidents and deaths also increases.
ATVs are not toys! They are powerful and potentially dangerous vehicles. Before you hit the trails, know your ATV, take a hands on safety training course and follow the guidelines from the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association.
LBL’s Turkey Bay OHV Area Offers ATV Training
October 19, 2010
Golden Pond, KY – Turkey Bay Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area, at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area, is offering training for All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) riders to help them learn the skills necessary to ride safe while having fun. Users will learn valuable lessons about protecting themselves and respecting the outdoors while riding.
Professionals from the ATV Safety Institute have returned this year to host several ATV safety training courses at LBL throughout 2010. “This training provides a good foundation for people wanting to learn proper riding techniques, build riding confidence, and gain an increased sense of awareness out on the trails,” stated Kyle Varel, Assistant Manager at Turkey Bay. “Topics include correct riding posture, turning safely, and even how to properly tackle obstacles.” Varel said all ATV riders, or members of the household who are the original owners of their ATVs, are invited to attend the training courses. [Read more]
