Westfield has 70.96 miles of trails throughout the city. On June 7, the parks department is hosting a free Bike Rodeo program to ensure its youngest residents are safe while traveling on their bicycles.
“It’s fun, raises awareness and instills safety in today’s youth,” said Amanda Jackson, special events coordinator.
The Bike Rodeo will take place at Quaker Park, 17501 Dartown Rd., and is aimed at ages 6 to 12 and their families to learn about safety, health, and fitness while celebrating National Trails Day. The event will be held, rain or shine.
“It’s a way to celebrate and get people out on the trails,” Jackson said.
The event begins at 10 a.m. with Carmel Cyclery checking on the proper helmet fitting and offer bike inspections. At 11 a.m. the Westfield Police Dept. will provide information on safety as it applies to roads, trails and sidewalks.
“It teaches the ‘rules of the road,’” Jackson said.
In between presentations, Jackson said there will be five obstacle courses for children to ride through, music and a bike decorating station with beads for stokes and license plate design. Attendees are encouraged to bring their bikes and helmets to participate.
Each participant will receive a raffle ticket and during the two-hour event prizes will be given away including a new children’s bike courtesy of Carmel Cyclery, four children’s helmets and three adult helmets.
For more information, call 804-3184.
