I Want To Ride My Bicycle!

Check with your pack and other den leader to see if they are planning a bike ride so you can coordinate efforts. 

Before the meeting: 

1. If you have not already done so, become familiar with the Bicycle Safety guidelines found on the Scouting America Sports and Activities page.   
2. Identify a bike path that is away from traffic.   
3. A week before the meeting remind Cub Scouts, parents, legal guardians, and adult partners of the date, time, and location of the meeting and that everyone will need to bring their bike, safety gear, and Cub Scout Six Essentials.  
4. A day before the meeting remind Cub Scouts, parents, legal guardians, and adult partners of the date, time, and location of the meeting and that everyone will need to bring their bike, safety gear, and Cub Scout Six Essentials.  
5. Gather copies of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record on each participant (youth and adult)
6. Review Annual Health and Medical Records for any restrictions that may impact participation

During the meeting: 

1. Bring copies of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record on each participant (youth and adult)
2. Gather the Cub Scouts and adult partners and review the Bicycle Safety guidelines found on the Scouting America Sports and Activities page.   
3. Make sure everyone to a bike safety gear check using the ABC’s and that their bike helmets are fitted properly. 
4. Explain the bike route and make sure everyone stays together. 
5. Go on your bike ride.