The Town of Yucca Valley, in conjunction with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, will host a “State Safe Routes to School Program” and bicycle rodeo for Yucca Valley students on Saturday, November 8, at the Yucca Valley Community Center. The event kicks off at 9:00 a.m. in the Yucca Room at the Community Center. Children who ride bicycles to school will be receiving free helmets, locks and water bottles, and those that walk to school will receive a free backpack and water bottle. The bicycle rodeo will take place between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., where children will be given an opportunity to ride through the obstacle course and learn the rules of the road for bicycle safety. Bicycles will be available for children who do not bring their own. Safety tips for both walkers and riders will be discussed. Proper fitting and use of helmets will be demonstrated and bike safety checks will be provided.
