The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and various safety partners will host a free children's bicycle rodeo next week in the City of Titusville, Crawford County.
The event will take place Saturday, August 5, 2023, in the parking lot of Titusville City Hall at 107 North Franklin Street.
Registration will begin at 11:00 AM, and activities will follow from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. All attendees should bring a bicycle and helmet and be accompanied by a parent or guardian who can sign a permission slip for participation.
Pre-registration is available by visiting www.PennDOT.pa.gov/district1 and selecting the "Bike Rodeo Registration" tab. The event is open to all children ages 5 to 12.
Participants will compete at various stations that teach safe biking habits. The Titusville Police Department will conduct helmet and bicycle inspections for all riders prior to participation.
A random drawing will be held to give away two free bicycles donated by Titusville Methodist Church. A limited amount of free helmets will also be provided by Titusville Methodist Church and a free hot dog lunch will be supplied by Rep. R. Lee James.
The event is also being made possible thanks to support from the Titusville Area Trails Association (TATA) and Titusville Renaissance, Inc. (TRI).
For more information on bicycle safety, visit www.PennDOT.pa.gov/safety.
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Contact: Saxon Daugherty, 814-678-7095
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