BINGHAMTON, NY – The Broome County Traffic Safety Program will be hosting a FREE hands-on bicycling course presented by the New York Bicycling Coalition, on Monday, June 8, 2009, from 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Broome County Health Department, Conference Rooms B and C. 

This FREE course is open to all riders (or aspiring riders) – 14 years of age or older. This class provides information on the vehicle and traffic laws of New York State and how they apply to bicyclists. The class will also cover common collision scenarios and how to avoid them, discuss safe riding techniques and provide resources to keep bicyclist safe on the streets and trails. This course incorporates classroom learning, hands-on skills development and outdoor bike-riding activities.