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 Wake Forest Bicycle Safety Fair
Saturday, September 12
10 am - 3 pm
Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club, 325 S. Wingate St.
The Town of Wake Forest is partnering with the Wake Forest Kiwanis Club and Warren, Perry, Narron Shackleford & Mackay, P.L.L.C. Attorneys at Law to sponsor a free Bicycle Safety Fair on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 am until 3 pm in the parking lot of the Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club, 325 S. Wingate St. In the event of rain, the event will be held inside the gymnasium.
The Bicycle Safety Fair is designed to teach safe bicycle riding skills to children ages five to 14 and their parents. During the event, Cyclesafe.org staff and other adults with cycling experience will be working with children on safe riding techniques through an obstacle course that re-creates real-life situations. The course will help  participants practice scanning for automobiles, develop correct riding techniques, offer intersection safety tips and teach children how to avoid road hazards such as tree limbs, pot holes, and rocks.
On the day of the event, a parent or legal guardian will be required to sign a waiver for their child(ren) to participate. Children are encouraged to bring their own bicycles and helmets as free bicycle inspections will be offered at the start of the obstacle course. Loaner helmets and bicycles will also be available on a first-come/first-serve basis for use at the rodeo.
Participants and parents will learn how to fit helmets properly and opportunities will be provided throughout the day to earn a free helmet. Helmets that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission standards will also be on sale for $6. Sponsorships are available to cover the cost  of helmets.
Event planners will also set up several information booths and offer free giveaways and prizes for safe riders. In addition, Planning staff will provide safety information to kids and their parents.
For more information about the Bicycle Safety Rodeo, contact Town Planner Candace Davis at (919) 554-4895.
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