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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL JUNE 21, 2017 3A Relay for Life fi nds a new home at Bohemia Park A day and night for survivors, fighters, supporters and hopefuls in the fight against cancer Alice Knighten is wheeled around the Bohemia Park Relay for Life path by Cottage Grove Sentinel General Manager Gary Manly on Friday, June 16. Knighten is a four-time cancer warrior and survivor. Alice Knighten has been here before. She's cancer battle. straight, raising $27,000. By Caitlyn May no stranger to the color purple, the luminary "I can't walk anymore," she said gesturing to the path meant to Relay is now the largest fundraising event for cancer in the world cmay@cgsentinel.com bags scrawled with the names of those fi ghting accommodate a night full of walkers. She'll be pushed around the with more than 4 million people in 20 countries taking part. Each and those who have lost, or the laps around the fi eld through the path as part of the survivor's lap that opens the event; one she and year, Relay hosts more than 3,500 Relay for Life events in parks, night. She's been here before. her friends have raised money for each year. high school tracks and community centers. She's been in the hospital bed, the MRI machine. She's been At the start of Friday's event, Cottage Grove had raised $11,000 Relay for Life in Cottage Grove was previously held at Lincoln across from the doctor giving her the news. Again. And again. She's for the cause. Part of that was funded by Cottage Grove Mayor Jeff Middle School to utilize the track but this year marked the event's been to the hilltop of recovery and the valley of remission. Tonight, Gowing's hair. fi rst time at Bohemia Park. The concrete pathways were marked she's at Bohemia Park. Gowing, who noted the friends and family he has lost to the dis- with chalk arrows to direct walkers and tents with vendors and or- Her red hat is a giveaway. It matches her scarf and the pin fas- ease, volunteered to donate his hair. To choose a haircut style, his ganizations dotted the grass. The amphitheater provided space for tened on top warns she's not only a diva, but a fi erce one. Her Red wife deemed three styles appropriate and pinned them to buckets. local bands to play through the night. Trivia kept walkers awake Hat Society is accustomed to wearing purple but tonight, it's for a Whichever bucket had the most donations in it by the time Can- and the closing ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Saturday morning different reason. Knighten joins a dozen others who don the purple dance Solsbee had her scissors ready, was the winner. A Ryan Gos- after a few bumps in the road had the event starting nearly 30 min- shirts as cancer survivors during the Relay for Life event held in ling style was the winner. utes late on Friday night. Cottage Grove on Friday, June 16. Relay for Life was founded in 1985 when surgeon Dr. Gordy To donate to the cause, learn more about Relay for Life or how to "This is my 20th relay," she said, pointing out the thin incision, Klatt set out to raise money for cancer research. To accomplish his volunteer, visit relayforlife.org or cancer.org. hidden by a strip of band aid across her throat. This is her fourth goal, he walked around a track in Tacoma, Washington for 24 hours Safety tips for cyclists: Bicycle riding is fun, healthy, and a great way to be independent. But it is important to remember that a bicycle is not a toy; it’s a vehicle! Be cool – follow some basic safety tips when you ride. Many bicycle-related crashes resulting in injury or death are associated with the bicyclist’s behavior, including such things as not wearing a bicycle helmet, riding into a street without stopping, turning left or swerving into traffic that is coming from behind, running a stop sign, and riding the wrong way in traffic. To maximize your safety, always wear a helmet AND follow the rules of the road. Rules of the Road – Bicycling on the Road Bicycles in many States are considered vehicles, and cyclists have the same rights and the same responsibilities to follow the rules of the road as motorists. When riding, always: Go With the Traffic Flow. Ride on the right in the same direction as other vehicles. Go with the flow – not against it. Obey All Traffic Laws. A bicycle is a vehicle and you’re a driver. When you ride in the street, obey all traffic signs, signals, and lane markings. Yield to Traffic When Appropriate. Almost always, drivers on a smaller road must yield (wait) for Safe Riding Tips traffic on a major or larger road. If there is no stop sign or traffic signal and you are coming from a smaller roadway (out of a driveway, from a sidewalk, a bike path, etc.), you must slow down and look to see if the way is clear before proceeding. This also means yielding to pedestrians who have already entered a crosswalk. Before using your bicycle, make sure it is ready to ride. You should always inspect your bike to make sure all parts are secure and working properly. Remember to: Be Predictable. Ride in a straight line, not in and out of cars. Signal your moves to others. Stay Alert at All Times. Use your eyes AND ears. Watch out for potholes, cracks, wet leaves, storm grates, railroad tracks, or anything that could make you lose control of your bike. You need your ears to hear traffic and avoid dangerous situations; don’t wear a headset when you ride. Wear a Properly Fitted Bicycle Helmet. Protect your brain, save your life. For more information see the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration publication “Easy Steps to Properly Fit a Bicycle Helmet. ” Look Before Turning. When turning left or right, always look behind you for a break in traffic, then Adjust Your Bicycle to Fit. Stand over your bicycle. There should be 1 to 2 inches between you and the signal before making the turn. Watch for left- or right-turning traffic. top tube (bar) if using a road bike and 3 to 4 inches if a mountain bicycle. The seat should be level front to back. The seat height should be adjusted to allow a slight bend at the knee when the leg is fully extended. The handlebar height should be at the same level with the seat. Check Your Equipment. Before riding, inflate tires properly and check that your brakes work. See and Be Seen. Whether daytime, dawn, dusk, foul weather, or at night, you need to be seen by others. Wearing white has not been shown to make you more visible. Rather, always wear neon, fluorescent, or other bright colors when riding day or night. Also wear something that reflects light, such as reflective tape or markings, or flashing lights. Remember, just because you can see a driver doesn’t mean the driver can see you. Watch for Parked Cars. Ride far enough out from the curb to avoid the unexpected from parked cars (like doors opening, or cars pulling out). Sidewalk versus Street Riding The safest place for bicycle riding is on the street, where bicycles are expected to follow the same rules of the road as motorists and ride in the same direction. Control Your Bicycle. Always ride with at least one hand on the handlebars. Carry books and other items in a bicycle carrier or backpack. Watch for and Avoid Road Hazards. Be on the lookout for hazards such as potholes, broken glass, gravel, puddles, leaves, and dogs. All these hazards can cause a crash. If you are riding with friends and you are in the lead, yell out and point to the hazard to alert the riders behind you. Avoid Riding at Night. It is far more dangerous to ride at night than during the day because you are harder for others to see. If you have to ride at night, wear something that makes you more easily seen by others. Make sure you have reflectors on the front and rear of your bicycle (white lights on the front and red rear reflectors are required by law in many States), in addition to reflectors on your tires, so others can see you. Children less than 10 years old, however, are not mature enough to make the decisions necessary to safely ride in the street. Children less than 10 years old are better off riding on the sidewalk. For anyone riding on a sidewalk: Check the law in your State or jurisdiction to make sure sidewalk riding is allowed. Watch for vehicles coming out of or turning into driveways. Stop at corners of sidewalks and streets to look for cars and to make sure the drivers see you before crossing. Enter a street at a corner and not between parked cars. Alert pedestrians that you are near by saying, “Excuse me, ” or, “Passing on your left, ” or use a bell or horn. Th ese tips sponsored by these businesses: New & Used Bicycles Expert Repair and Service Bike Rentals Kids Safety Classes in the South Lane School District 2100 Main St Springfi eld, Oregon, OR 97477 541-741-2453 960 Charnelton St. Eugene, Or 97401 541-345-7521 South Lane Fire & Rescue Emergency: 911 BUSINESS / FIREMED: 541-942-4493 233 Harrison Ave. Cottage Grove, OR 97424 533 E. Main Street 541-942-8712