For many, summertime means vacation travel. Although pandemic precautions may affect your travel plans again for 2021, it is good to review summer road trip safety tips. Prevention and planning take a little time up front, but will spare you from dealing with the consequences of a breakdown - or worse, a highway crash - later. Before You Go Check for Recalls - Owners do not always … [Read more...]
This Week In Alaskan History: The Voyage of Understanding
This Week in Alaskan History: On June 20, 1923 President Warren Harding became the first US president to visit Alaska and Canada. His trip was called the Voyage of Understanding. He sought to gain first-hand knowledge of the problems that faced Alaskans and to develop the resources of Alaska. The Voyage of Understanding President Warren Harding initiated his visit to Alaska in 1923 … [Read more...]
Summer Road Trips
Recreational vehicles and summer road trip season is upon us. Be prepared for travel, recreation, and camping before you hit the road. Following are some tips to keep your summer road trip adventures safe and fun. Practice Driving Be confident behind the wheel before you start a road trip. Whether you own or rent, it is critical that you are familiar with the vehicle you are using. … [Read more...]
Summer Solstice
The month of June brings the summer solstice. This years solstice celebration occurs on June 21, which also commemorates the first day of summer. All over the globe events occur during summer solstice. Celebrations include festivals, carnivals, marathons and other special regional events. What is the Summer Solstice? Originally, the word solstice is from the Latin words solstitium: … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Sally Ride
This Week In American History: On June 18, 1983 Sally Ride became the first American woman to go up in space as a crew member of the space shuttle Challenger STS-7. She served as the flight engineer during the mission. Sally Ride’s Early Life Sally Ride was born on May 26, 1951 in Encino, California. Ride played tennis as a child. Eventually, she won a tennis scholarship to the … [Read more...]
Bicycle Safety and Kids
Bicycles are great for exercise, transportation and fun. Bicycles also increase risk of injury when on or near the roads. Bicycle safety is an important part of riding a bike, especially for children. Kids Face Higher Risk Children and young adults between the ages of 5 and 19 are among those most at risk of injury when riding a bike. Teach kids bicycle safety and supervise. Keep … [Read more...]
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