The Albany Police Activities League and the Albany Police Department will host a Bicycle Rodeo on Saturday, October 18th from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Cornell School.

This event, which focuses on riders in elementary and middle school is designed to encourage bicycle riders to wear helmets on every ride, to give young cyclists basic skills for on-road riding, and to teach them the rules of the road to help keep them safe. Activities will include bike inspections, safety information, a bicycle safety course, and raffle prizes. 2Hip bikes will be in attendance demonstrating trick riding skills.

Free bicycle helmets will be given to the first 200 participants.

For any additional information regarding this event, contact Reserve Sergeant George Krebs at 525-7300.