Montoursville, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Safe Kids PA-Lycoming County Partner, Geisinger Medical Center, Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and other safety partners held a bicycle rodeo today as part of the City of Williamsport’s Summer Camp Program.
The event, held for Summer Camp participants ages 6 to 12, took place at the Max M. Brown Memorial Park. Activities included bicycle helmet fittings, hand signal practice, safety activities, and a course where riders could practice their skills.
Seven lucky campers each won a bicycle donated by employees of Construction Specialties, Inc. of Muncy. Bicycle helmets, elbow and knee pads, and other safety materials were also distributed.
PennDOT reminds parents and caregivers that Pennsylvania law states anyone under the age of 12 must wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. This applies to anyone operating the bicycle, riding as a passenger, or riding in an attached restraining seat or trailer. PennDOT strongly recommends that all bicyclists wear helmets whenever they ride, regardless of their age.
Motorists are reminded to share the road. According to Pennsylvania law, motor vehicles must allow at least four feet of space when overtaking a bicycle and travel at a safe speed. It is the motorist’s responsibility to provide the distance, not the cyclist.
For more information on bicycle safety, visit www.penndot.pa.gov/safety or safekids.org.
MEDIA CONTACT: Kim Smith, kiasmit@pa.gov or 570-368-4344
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