Update: Free Kids’ Bike Safety Rodeo moves to different gathering area at Brook Run

Courtesy of City of Dunwoody Update The Bike Rodeo gathering spot has moved to a different location at Brook Run Park Participants will now meet at the parking lot adjacent to the amphitheater The City of Dunwoody will host a free Kids Bike Safety Rodeo on Saturday Sept from - a m at Brook Run Park offering young cyclists ages - essential safety skills in an interactive setting The drop-in event to be held at North Peachtree Rd invites families to bring their bikes and helmets for comprehensive safety training that builds confidence and teaches real-world riding skills according to a release from the city Children must be able to ride without training wheels to participate This rodeo gives kids the tools they need to ride safely while having a blast Joe Seconder Dunwoody city council member commented We re creating confident safety-minded young cyclists who can enjoy biking throughout our population Event highlights include Interactive skill stations teaching bike handling and safety techniques Road sign recognition and hand signal instruction Fun obstacle syllabus to practice new skills Free helmet fit checks with complimentary helmets available while supplies last Basic bike mechanical inspections to ensure safe equipment Meet-and-greet opportunities with local police officers and bike safety contributors Each participant will receive a certificate of completion signed by city agents and snacks and refreshments will be provided throughout the morning Following the rodeo families can join a population bike ride on the Dunwoody Trailway a relaxed group ride perfect for practicing newly learned skills in a real-world setting Parents must supervise their children and should bring working bicycles helmets water bottles and closed-toe shoes the release reported The event is designed for confident young riders ready to learn practical safety skills The Kids Bike Safety Rodeo is made realizable through partnerships with the City of Dunwoody Parks Recreation Dunwoody Police Department Safe Kids DeKalb DeKalb Fire Rescue and the Georgia Safe Routes to School Reserve Center The post Update Free Kids Bike Safety Rodeo moves to different gathering area at Brook Run appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta