The League of Illinois Bicyclists and Active Transportation Alliance are partnering with Saris Cycling Group, a manufacturer of bicycle racks and cycling training products, to launch a poster contest promoting the benefits of riding a bike. The contest asks fifth grade students to create a poster around the theme “Bicycling is fun…and healthy too!” The purpose of the activity is to get kids thinking about all of the roles bicycles play in their lives.

One winner will be selected from each state to receive a bike, bike light and helmet. The first place winner’s school will also receive a bicycle parking system. One national winner will win a trip to the 2012 National Bike Summit in Washington DC.

“The contest provides a fun activity to get students excited about learning and provides teachers a creative way to introduce healthy living concepts,” said SCG Advocacy Coordinator Heather Fortune. “Increasing students’ awareness of bicycling is the first step towards helping them ride bikes more often.”

To learn more about the SCG Poster Contest or to participate contact Gina Kenny at gina@bikelib.org or (708) 334-2244. Also visit http://www.bikelib.org.