Be Sure to Attend This Year's Bicycle Safety Program

IRONWOOD, MI - Friday, June 19, 2009 - Tomorrow, Saturday,  June 20, 2009, the Ironwood Public Safety Department will be hosting its annual Bicycle Safety Program.

This program helps to ensure the safety of our area youth by educating them on bicycle safety procedures and bicycle laws. This program also registers bicycles, gives away safety equipment, gives away new and restored bicycles, has snacks, and gives tours of Ironwood Public Safety Equipment. In addition, this year we are going to try some new activities such an obstacle course.

The program will be held on Saturday, June 20th 2009, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Ironwood Public Safety Department building.

The Bicycle Safety Program is completely supported by the community and volunteers. Public safety officers volunteer their time to educate the youth, and register bicycles. American Legion volunteers provide food and snacks to all participants, along with assisting with activities. Hobby Wheel provides free bicycle tune-ups.