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All-Terrain Vehicle Season Set to Begin; ATV Safety Institute Offers Training


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IRVINE, CA - March 17, 2006: Warmer weather brings out all-terrain vehicle owners from their winter hibernation, and the All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute again wishes to remind riders all over the country of the importance of hands-on training and following common-sense safety tips.

More than ninety percent of all ATV-related fatalities are caused by warned-against behaviors. Mike Mount will address key safety and training tips that focus on the eight Golden Rules:

1. Always wear a helmet and other protective gear.
2. Never ride on public roads - another vehicle could hit you.
3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
4. Never carry a passenger on a single-rider vehicle.
5. Ride an ATV that's right for your age.
* Age 6 and older Under 70cc
* Age 12 and older 70cc - 90cc
* Age 16 and older Over 90cc
6. Supervise riders younger than 16; ATVs are not toys.
7. Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed.
8. Take an ATV RiderCourse; to enroll call toll-free
(800)887-2887, or go to www.atvsafety.org.