Safety Month Events
This month, join us for giveaways, fun events and some great tips to help you stay safe while getting around campus.
Kick-Off Event: Gear Up!
Tuesday, October 7 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | STAMP, SE Entrance | Giveaway: Helmet & Water Bottle
Stop by our Safety Month kick-off event to grab a free helmet or water bottle!
We Didn’t Start the Fire: Ice Cream Social with the UMD Fire Marshal
Thursday, October 9 | 2 p.m. –3:30 p.m. | DOTS Front Lawn | Giveaway: Ice Cream
Drop by and chat with the UMD Fire Marshal for free ice cream. Learn more lithium-ion batteries inside your e-micromobility devices and how to keep them safe and in good condition.
RecWell Glow Ride
Friday, October 17 | 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | RecWell Bike Shop | Giveaway: Bike Lights | Register
Join the Adventure Program for an evening bike ride. We will decorate our bikes with lights and glow sticks, and then ride out to Lake Artemesia (approx. 3 miles via paved trails, we will not ride in http://activeterp.umd.edu/
RSVP required.
Be a Bike-Friendly Driver
Thursday, October 23 | 2 p.m.–4 p.m. | Lot 9b | Giveaway: Commuter Snack Bag
Stop by our table in Lot 9b on your way home for a commuter snack and some tips on navigating alongside our campus bike lanes.
Farmer's Market Flat Fix Demo & Bike Blender
Wednesday, October 29 | 11 a.m. -1:30 p.m. | Tawes Plaza | Giveaway: Patch Kit & Smoothies
Learn how to fix your bicycle’s flat tire and perform a pre-ride safety check with the help of the RecWell bike shop’s mechanics! Make a delicious smoothie using our pedal-powered bike blender.
