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    It's a beautiful day — the sun is shining, the birds are chirping. What could
    be more perfect than a bike ride? But wait! Before you pull your bike out of
    the garage, let's find out how to stay safe on two wheels.

    You Need a Helmet! First, let’s make sure you have a bicycle helmet that fits
    you properly. Make sure it isn’t too big or too small. You should wear it so it
    is level and covers your forehead. And of course make sure your straps are
    fastened and that they are snug enough that you can’t pull or twist the
    helmet on your head.

    Be Seen, Be Safe! Wearing brightly colored clothes and putting reflectors on
    your bike can help you to be seen and stay safe. Also make sure that nothing
    can get caught in your bike chain like loose clothing, backpack straps, or
    your shoe laces. Wear the right shoes when you bike ride – sneakers, and
    never ride barefoot. Although you like listening to music never wear
    headphones when you ride. You wont be able to hear what is going on
    around you to stay safe.

    Road Rules. If you are allowed to ride on the road please follow these rules.
    *  Always ride with your hands on the handlebars.
    *  Always stop and check for traffic in both directions when leaving
          your driveway, an alley, or a curb.
    *  Ride on the right-hand side of the street, so you travel in the same    
        direction as cars do. Never ride against traffic
    *  Don't ride too close to parked cars. Doors can open suddenly.
    *  Stop at all stop signs and obey street (red) lights just as cars do.
    *  Ride single file on the street with friends

    Don’t have a bike? There are lots of other ways to get outside away from the
    TV, computer, and video games and GET SOME EXERCISE!
    *  Go for a hike or a walk around your neighborhood.
    *  Go to the park
    *  Play Frisbee
    *  Jump rope
    *  Play tag or hide and go seek
    *  Have running races with your friends

    The possibilities are endless…use your imagination. Just get out side, enjoy
    the weather, and stay active!

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Summit Fire District
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