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8 The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanville, December 15, 1976 Section Two, SnowmobilersHappy Filming Santa Claus Parade Over Early Season Snowmnobiiers are jubilant over the early season provided by heavy snowfalls in many regions of the province. Sever- ai of them, who normally have their machines in top operat- ing condition, were caught unprepared. Now is the time -for al opera tors to take an extra hour to thoroughly check their machines for carefree. per- formance, says the Ontario Safety League. Some mach- ines miay have been put into storage late last season with worn wear rods, frayed drive beits or bad cuts in the tracks. Snug up the loose nuts and boîts; replace burned out iight bulbs and worn plugs; reaiign the skis and track; drain the crank case and fuel lines. A littie extra time spent in rerforming maintenance rou-, tnes now wilI prevent a feeling of frustration caused by a downed machine on your next ride. Ail of the lakes, rivers and streams throughout the prov- ince have not built up a sufficient thickness of ice for safe travel and the League cautions snowmobilers not to be deceived by the thickness of snow on some bodies of water. For safe travel, ice should be a t leas t 712" thick to bear the weight of a machine, operator and equîpment. Temperatures have flot been low enough and in many areas, several inches of snow may be resting on a very thin ice base. To be entirely sure, dig down through -the snow, chop a hole in the ice and measure its thickness. For safe, scenic snowmobil- ing, that offers a wealth of variety in beautiful land- scapes, the Ontario Safety League suggests, you join a snowmobile club. Driver Who Fouls fo Adjust Causes Mony Winter Crashes Winter weather gets the blame for a lot of accidents. But, according to the Ontario Safety League, the real cuiprit in most cases is the driver who fails to adjust to cold weather problems. Here are some of the causes of winter wrecks and the defensive driving rmaures used to avoid them. "Too fast for conditions" is ail too frequentiy listedas an accident, factor. When the road is slippery you can't stop as quickly or as safely. Lower your speed when the road surface is hazardous. The Ontario Safety League states that you could stretch your =olwng distance to even dobeor triple the usual road interval.' Abrupt turns, lane changing and sudden acceleration or deceleration can cause bad skids on ice and snow. Anticipate turns or speed changes-and make them Eighth Course, for Asthmatic Children slowly and gradually. Limited visibility is a major probiem. A driver whu scrapes only a littie peephole in his ice-covered windshield is asking for it. ýClear your windshieid-compietely- of ice and snow and keep itthat way. Also, scrape outside mirrors clear. Be sure your defroster is in good shape. Poor tract¶on has caused many a crackup. Check tread Wear on your snow tires and keep themn inflated correctly. 'l'ire inf lation should be check- ed more frequently during winter months to he sure pressures are at recommend- ed levels; coid weather reduces tire pressure approxi- mateiy une pound every five degree celsius drop in, temper- ature.! There's only one trick tc. winter driving, according to the Ontario Safety League .. take it slow and easy, from Ontario Snowmobile S porma n's The Ontario Safety League salutes the snowmobilers of this province for their appar- ent awareness of the need for safety in their sport. Through the co-operation of the Ontario Federation of, Snowmobile Clubs. the Huronia Snowmo- Week bile Association and the On- tario Snowmobile Distributors Association a Sno-Fari. .a fam- ily-oriented. ail davy ride of some fifty miles of groomed' trails. .will be heid January 15th in Barrie, Ontario to iaunch "Ontario Snowmobile Sportsman's Week." The "Ontario Snowmobile Sportsman's Week", January lSth to January 22nd is set aside to encourage ail snow- mobilers to practise their sport with a special awareness of safety,"the environment and the snowmobiler's Code of Ethics. 1. 1 will be a good sports- man. I recognize that people judge ail snowmobile owners by my actions. 1 will use my influence with other snowmo- bile owners to promote sports- manlike conduct. 2. I will not hi (ter trails or camping areas., I will not pollute streams or lakes. 3. 1 will not damage living trees, shrubs or other natural features. 4. 1 will respect other people's proper- ty and rights. 5. 1 will lend a helping hand when I see someune in distress. 6. I will make myseif and my vehicle available to assist search and rescue parties. 7. 1 will respect the rights of other winter sportsmen. 8. 1 wili know and obey all federal, provintcial and local 'rules and laws regulating the operation of snowmobiles in areas where I use my vehicle. 9. 1 will flot harass wildlife. I will avoid areas posted for the protection or feeding'ut wildiife. 10. 1 wili use marked trails or only areas upened tu snowmobiles. 1 will .n<4 travel where prohibited. Pride in their sport is ohvious among snowmobilers, .. we feel they've earned the right to be proud. Francis Tennant Fuels R. R. 1, Orono, Ont. 983-5693 Nearing Co The eighth physical concu- tioning course for astunatic children being conducted by the Lung Association is in its sixth week. Last Saturday, the parents observed the young- sters. exercising. They have beentaught special diaphrag-. madec breathing (the children caîl it 'tumrny breathing') and complete relaxation. Mr. John Brown, physo- therapist in charge of tese spec ial breathing exercises told the parents he was wel satisfied at the progress made by the chiidren. The parents have been addressed by 'three doctors since the course started, also a public health nurse, and have seen the film "Breath of Fun". Next Saturday, Ms. Cathy Armstrong, nutritionist wit the Durham Regional Health Unit,) will speak te the parents. Dr. M.B. Dymond, chair- man of the medical advisory committee of the Lung Assoc- iation, will speak at the last session on December 4th. summarize the entire, pro- gramme and present certifi- cates 'of achievement to the chldren Who have partici- Pated. )mpletion Ai the end of six months, each ciass is brought back for a one-evening session to assess their progress. At a recent reunion of participants fromn several courses, children were present from Oshawa, Ajax, Bay Ridges, Bowman- ville, Brechin, Pickering, Orono, Port Perry and Whit- by. Registrations are now beipg accepted for the next course in the early spring. There is no charge for these courses-they are made possible through the annual Christmas Seal Cam- paign. Letter to Sant a Dear Santa, I would like a famiiy tree house and a Hush Li'l Baby for Christmas, and a Snoopy Toothbrush. Please remem- ber to come to my nanny's house because that is where M'I be having Christmas. I am five years old. 1Love Tammy Ridout 206 Simpson Ave. Apt., 109. Two Local Groups Join Social Planning Council The Town of Newcastle Social Planning Council is 32 The Bridie Path Bowmanville Dec. 1976 Dear Santa Claus, I hope Christmas is good for you this year and you don't have trouble with your rien- deers and have good weather. I would like you to bring me some of these toys this year whatever you have for me. Hugo: Man of 1000 faces, Suzie homemaker, Popcorn machine, 7 up machine,,Doc- tor's Kit, Black Paper and Coloured chalk, Don't Cry Baby, Digger Dog, Hospital, Family Tree House, Jaws,. Colouring books,, Books, story books. Heather Kane' pleased to welcome as new members the Great Pine Ridge Kinettes and Fifty-Six Drug Centre, a rehabilitation house located in Oshawa and serving the region. Any groups, within the municipality, which are concerned with quality of health, social and recreational life available here, are invited to join the S.P.C. and have voting representation. Each citizen who is ikewise con- cerned may join as an individual member. Please visit the S.P.C. as a. guest if you have questions about what-is being accom- plished, - - you may be surprised! 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