A pilot program in the Lake Tahoe area is teaching fourth graders bicycle safety skills, including helmet use and road rules. Key facts: The program reached hundreds of students across the Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
National data shows youth aged 10-14 are at highest risk for bike injuries. A watermelon drop demonstration highlighted the importance of helmets.
Bike rodeos taught hands-on skills to over 800 students. The effort aims to reduce injuries and promote safe biking.