ATV Safety Week - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 8th, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 8th, 2017 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck

This week we focus on:  ATV Safety Week -  June 3 to 10, 2017


"An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) is designed for use on unprepared surfaces such as dirt, grass or gravel. Examples of ATVs include mini-bikes, dirt bikes and all-terrain cycles. Golf carts and snowmobiles are not considered ATVs.

The All Terrain Vehicles Act does not regulate the operation of ATVs on private land owned or occupied by the operator or a member of the operator's immediate family.
For more information on the Act, call our Customer Service Centre toll free at 1-800-667-9868.

Driving age:

You must be 16 years of age and hold a valid driver's licence to operate an ATV in any public area.

Youth between the ages of 12 and 15 can operate an ATV in public areas and may cross roads - but cannot drive on roads - if they have passed an approved ATV training course, or if they are supervised by someone who has held a driver's licence continuously for the preceding 365 days.

Training courses:

A safety course is a good idea for any new rider or an experienced rider who wants to refresh their skills. There are ATV instructors all over Saskatchewan"

For more information, contact:

David Burnett, Chief Instructor
306-384-8079 in Saskatoon
burnett3@sasktel.net

Saskatchewan All Terrain Vehicle Association
1-855-297-2882
Saskatchewan All Terrain Vehicle Association website

http://www.satva.ca/

Rules:

"When operating ATVs in public areas:
keep to the right when approaching other vehicles
pass other vehicles on the left
signal turns when required
stop for police
yield to vehicles on your right and pedestrians
maintain a safe following distance
drive with due care and attention
drive with consideration for other people
maintain at least a 2-metre distance from the edge of the road
travel in the same direction as traffic when driving at night"

Before crossing a road:
bring the ATV to a complete stop
all passengers must dismount the ATV
yield to all other vehicles and pedestrians then, cross by the most direct route
Unsafe practices

When operating an ATV, do not:
drive at an unsafe speed or over the speed limit (maximum 80 km/h)
drive in highway medians which are less than 50 metres in width
drive at night if the headlight and rear lights are not working
disturb, injure or kill wildlife
drive animals or birds towards hunters
Criminal Code offences

"It is illegal to operate an ATV while you are impaired, even on private property. Not only is it illegal, but also very dangerous for you, your passengers and other riders.

Operating an ATV in a manner dangerous to the public or failing to remain at the scene of a collision (hit and run) is also illegal"


Where to ride:

"You can drive an ATV on Crown land, including highway right of ways.
You can only drive an ATV on the travelled portion of a road or street, in the following circumstances:

On a road or street authorized by a local bylaw.
On a road or street authorized by the Highway Traffic Board (HTB).
When crossing a road or bridge (unless prohibited by local bylaw or the HTB).

To drive an ATV on private land, you need the permission of the owner or occupant.

Exceptions Both the HTB and your local municipality may prohibit the operation of ATVs on:

untravelled portions of highways (for example, ditches or medians)
Crown land
private or municipal land Look for signs indicating permission, prohibition or restriction, or contact your local municipality"

Insurance:

Although an ATV cannot be registered, it must be insured with a $200,000 liability policy before it can be operated in public areas.
When operating an ATV in public areas, you must produce proof of insurance if requested. Both the owner and the operator of the ATV are liable for any loss, damage or injury incurred when operating the vehicle.

If a collision occurs:

remain at the scene or return immediately after notifying authorities
provide all reasonable assistance
notify the property owners of any damage
inform property owners, in writing, of the names of the ATV owner and operator
submit a written report if there is an injury or death Contact your local insurance broker to discuss your insurance options.

 

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Events:

 - Ongoing - Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at $5,731.00
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/

- June 23rd - The Children’s Summer Solstice will be from 1pm – 8pm at Annie Laurie Lake.  Some of the activities will include the rock climbing wall and human soccer balls from 4pm – 7pm, giant slip and slid, bouncers and many more activities. Free hot dogs and juice provided at 5pm.

- Old Home Week is a practice that originated in the New England region of the United States, similar to a holiday or festival. In its beginning, in the 19th - 20th century, it involved a municipal effort to invite former residents of a village, town, or city - usually individuals who grew up in the municipality as children and moved elsewhere in adulthood - to visit the Old Home, the parental household and home town.

Our idea is to have events around one week each summer so our former residents and guests can be as busy as they please while checking out what's new in town.

Old Home Week 2017: July 9th to 15th, Sunday to Saturday


2017 Events:

Monday July 10, 2017

Tuesday, July 11, 2017
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Perogie and Sausage Lunch at the Preeceville Personal Care Home. Everyone welcome.

Wednesday July 12, 2017
11:00 am - 2:00 pm Outdoor Clay Oven Baked Bread, Jam and Chili at Preeceville & District Heritage Museum. Everyone Welcome.

3:00 - 4:00 pm Come & Go 150th Anniversary Tea at the Preeceville Library - Silver Collection at the door. Everyone Welcome

Thursday July 13, 2017
12:00 - 2:00pm Hotdog, Pie & Coffee at the Club 60. Everyone welcome.

Friday July 14, 2017
12:30 - 2:30 pm "Taste of Home" homemade treats and refreshment booth at Centennial Park - Preeceville 
Catholic Women's League. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, July 15, 2017

Yards will be judged for curb appeal during the first two weeks of July. It will be a People's Choice and there will be ballot boxes at Home Hardware, Shop Easy and the Town Office. A voucher will be presented to the winners.

Western Weekend Events are all currently tentative
Western Weekend starts Friday Night
5:00 pm Chariot Races
7:00 pm Chuckwagon Races

Saturday July 15, 2017
Western Weekend continues
2:00pm Chariot Races
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Gymkana
7:00 pm Chuckwagon Races
All Day - Co-ed Slo Pitch
All Day - Senior Slo-pitch
9:00 pm-2:00 am Open Air Dance - "Rob McLane & Against the Grain"

Bingo Under the Big Top Tent
Bouncing Tent for the Kids

Sunday July 16, 2017
Western Weekend continues

9:30 am Christian Cowboy Service at the Sportsgrounds
1:00 pm Chariot Races
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Gymkhana
5:00 pm Chuckwagon Races
All Day - Men's Fast Ball Tournament

Bingo Under the Big Top Tent
Bouncing Tent for the Kids

Concessions and Beer Gardens on the Grounds

 - http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=45

- In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017.

- And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca




- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free

In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.

Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811

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