Some safety tips while enjoying summer in UP
Summertime is an often long-awaited and typically brief portion of the year in the Upper Peninsula, so worth making the most of while it lasts. With temperatures finally trending warmer, the website landmarkhealth.org has issued some tips for keeping safe while spending time outdoors in the summer months. They are — — Stay cool: If outdoors, take breaks from the heat, especially during the hottest part of the day. — Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, even if you don’t feel thirsty. — Stay protected: Avoid strenuous or high-energy activities. Remember to wear loose ...
Keeping safety in mind when traveling, boating
With the Memorial Day weekend signaling the unofficial start to the summer, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are teaming up to encourage safe driving, towing and boating through the season. “Wisconsin roads welcome travelers to explore the beauty in every corner of our state and connect outdoor enthusiasts to our lakes and rivers, creating unforgettable memories and adventures throughout the summer,” WisDOT Secretary Kristina Boardman said in a news release. “... Whether traveling by road or enjoying time on the water, we ...
The history behind Memorial Day in US
“We do not know one promise these men made, one pledge they gave, one word they spoke; but we do know they summed up and perfected, by one supreme act, the highest virtues of men and citizens. For love of country they accepted death, and thus resolved all doubts, and made immortal their patriotism and their virtue.” – James A. Garfield, May 30, 1868, Arlington National Cemetery Originally called Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and flags, Memorial Day is a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to our country. It ...