HEPL offers free bike helmet program to promote safety & wellness for riders

Kids can learn the skills needed for the safest ways to travel on bike paths and trails. (Photos provided by HEPL)

Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) will hold a “Bike Rodeo” in partnership with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office to promote safety and wellness for children ages 7 to 10.

This program will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Fishers Library, located outside near the Nickel Plate Trail.

Photo provided by HEPL

Attendees are asked to bring their own bike and arrive ready to learn safe ways to travel on bike path trails. After learning some safety basics, riders will then have the opportunity to put those skills into action through an obstacle course challenge aimed to build riding skills. Free helmets and fittings will be provided (while supplies last) and a helmet must be worn to participate.

“We’re excited to offer another Bike Rodeo at the Fishers Library,” HEPL Youth Services Librarian Julie Stephens said. “The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Bike Team’s infectious enthusiasm envelopes the youth attending. The deputies’ encouragement creates a fun learning environment. We’re also grateful to the Friends of the Library for providing free helmets for participants.”

Photo provided by HEPL

HEPL hosted a Bike Rodeo earlier this year and with great program feedback, the opportunity to partner with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office again, and a generous sponsorship from the Friends of the Library, HEPL was delighted to offer a second Bike Rodeo.

For more information about the upcoming Bike Rodeo and to register for the program, please visit HEPL’s events calendar at hamiltoneastpl.org.

Photo provided by HEPL

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