Safety on Wheels
Can reduce risk of head injury by 85%
Wearing a Helmet
preparations
Hypothermia
Dangerous drop in body temperature
Be attentive to the weather
watch weather
Don't ride
Wear long pants and dress in layers
protective clothes
What do you wear in summer
sunscreen with a SPF, a hat, and appropriate clothing
Buddy system
Agree to stay with at least one other person
don't let get out of control
speed
light campfires only where allowed
Following fire safety
What do you wear in winter
Layers of clothing, a hat, mittens or gloves, and proper footwear
Practice a safe way to fall on a soft surface
Downhill riding
What do you do if there's a strong current
Swim parallel to the shore
Watching out for other people and anticipating unsafe acts
Defensive Driving
Equipment and Supplies
Map, Compass, First aid kit, flashlight, extra batteries, and adequate supply of water
How to reduce heat loss
Drawing your knees up to your chest and keeping your arms to your sides