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PAGE 14 TERRACE BAY NEWS MAY 31, 1972 Track & Field = cont'd from page 13 May 27, with the exception of the Standing Long Jump and the Grils' Triple Jump as these two events are not included on the program. The three winning relay teams also travelled to Thunder Bay. Congratulations to all competitors on an excellent showing. SCHREIBER DETACHMENT O.P.P. PRESS RELEASE The bicycle that your child rides is not a toy. Although it is used as a recreational convenyance it is a vehicle within the means of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario. Each year, many children take an untimely ride and a quick rendezvous with death because the bicycle they were riding was being used as a toy. As you are probably aware, the Ontario Provincial Police carry out an extensive safety program in elementary and secondary schools across the Province in an effort to teach safe sicycling habits and to instill a sense of responsibility in the minds of these young drivers when operating these vehicles on roads and highways. However, this can only be accomplished with the assistance of the adult popu- lation. A bicycle, like an automobile, should be checked regularly to be sure it is mechanically fir. A bell or horn in good working order must be attach- ed to the bicycle as well as a light if the bike is ridden after dark. All road signs must be obeyed and hand signals must be used when making turns or stopping. The bicycle must always be driven in the same direction as other traffic. Probably the rule that is most commonly broken is that of double riding. Section 122(2) of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act states "No person riding on a bicycle designed for carrying one person only shall carry any other person thereon". Bicycles equipped with the seat known as a banana seat are designed for one person only. The above rules are most impor- tant and if all children obey them, the bicycle will once again be a safe vehicle. "PARENTS" Take an active interest in your childs wellbeing and be certain that they know and practice good driving habits before venturing forth on their bicycle. hi PREVENT CANADA'S forest fdlsiry FOREST provides the backbone for our FIRES! country's economy today. PLEASE be careful with all fire! Investigate conditions BEFORE entering the water, and always swim with a buddy. Kneel or sit low in a canoe. If upset, HANG ON to the canoe until help arrives.