Before the Snow Flies, Are You Ready for the Road?

Driving safely in winter weather can be a challenge, even for the most experienced driver. Safe winter driving requires preparation and special care. This free, one-hour session will review steps to ready your vehicle and simple safe driving reminders so you can face winter roads with confidence.

Video and audio capabilities are required for this session.

• Following distance and reaction time
• Blind spots and tailgaters
• Skidding
• Winter travel tips
• Emergency stops
• Bridge decks and entrance ramps
• How to prepare your car for winter

Prerequisites: NONE

Length: Two hours

Location: This course will be held at the Minnesota Safety Council Resource Center located at 474 Concordia Avenue in St. Paul. Take the Dale Street exit from I-94. Proceed east on south frontage road (Concordia Avenue) past the American Lung Association. Turn right into our lower level parking lot.

Lodging: Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown, 175 West 7th Street in St. Paul. Reservations can be made directly by calling 651.225.1515 or booking online, single or double occupancy. Please make reservations directly with the hotel and be sure to identify yourself as a participant in a Minnesota Safety Council training course to receive the preferred rate.

Cancellation Policy: Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.

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