Free Bike Helmet Giveaways Make Summer Riding Safer

Do you remember learning to ride a bicycle for the very first time? I was a bit nervous, but got the hang of it right away. Riding a bike is so much fun as you glide down the road to nowhere in particular.

Back in the Stone Age, when I was a kid, bike helmets were not a thing. But now, in New York State, kids under 14 are required to wear a properly fitted, CPSC-certified bike helmet for both riders and passengers. Even those over 14 and beyond are encouraged to wear a helmet for safety.

Do you have a child who needs a bicycle helmet? Well, you may be in luck! The Broome County District Attorney's Office has just announced that this summer, there will be three free bike helmet giveaway events.

Each of these bike helmet giveaway events is free and open to all families. According to the Broome County District Attorney's Office, in addition to the free bike helmet giveaway, there will be food, ice cream, music, EMS, fire trucks, and law enforcement vehicles on hand.

The Broome County District Attorney's Office's goal is to get as many kids and families out to enjoy a fun community day while keeping kids safe when they head out on their bicycles this summer.