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Youth Organizations & Scout Programs

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Cub scouts and parents on bicycles preparing to ride on the Middlesex Greenway

KMM offers educational activities and resources that can help youth learn about walking, biking, transportation and safety while building skills they can use in their everyday lives.

Our programs can be a great fit for summer camps, church and faith-based youth groups, community organizations, after-school programs, recreation programs and other youth-serving organizations.

Bring Transportation Safety to Your Youth Group

KMM can work with your organization to identify activities that fit your group’s age, interests, schedule and goals. Programs may include:

Bicycle & E-Bike Safety
Help youth develop safe riding skills, learn proper helmet use and traffic rules, perform basic bicycle safety checks, and understand how to responsibly use e-bikes and other micromobility devices.

Pedestrian Safety
Our pedestrian safety education programs empower young people to safely navigate streets and neighborhoods, identify safe walking routes, and become more confident pedestrians.

Transportation Skills & Safety
KMM can introduce youth to public transportation, trip planning, and provide teen driving education. Young people can build confidence navigating their community while learning how to make safe, informed choices as pedestrians, bicyclists, passengers and future drivers.

Environment & Air Quality
Through KMM’s air quality monitoring and anti-idling programs, young people can learn how transportation decisions can affect their community and what they can do to make a difference.

Service, Youth Empowerment, & Community Engagement
KMM offers a comprehensive peer mentoring program and can connect youth with opportunities to participate in KMM events, transportation safety activities, and community service projects.

Have an idea or a specific program need? Let us know what you’re planning, and we’ll help you explore the possibilities. Contact us.

Programs for Scout Groups

KMM offers educational programs, activities, and volunteer opportunities that can help Cub Scout packs, Girl Scouts, and Scouts BSA troops complete requirements related to bicycle safety, pedestrian safety, transportation, community service, leadership, and healthy living.

Some KMM staff members are current, registered scout leaders and are happy to support scouts working toward badges and higher awards. Whether you’re looking for a speaker, planning a troop activity, organizing a service project, or looking for an opportunity for scouts to volunteer, KMM can create a program that helps scouts connect with their community and complete existing scout badge and award requirements.

Contact us to develop an an education program for your scout troop today.


Girl Scout Programs

KMM’s safety programs can help Girl Scouts complete many health, wellness and leadership badges including:

  • Brownie Hiker & Trail Adventure
  • Junior Outdoor Adventurer & Trail Adventurer
  • Cadette Eco Trekker
  • Gold Award Projects
  • Community Service Hours
  • Leadership, Safety Awards, and more!


Cub Scout Programs

KMM’s bicycle education programs can help meet Cub Scout Adventure rank requirements:

  • Bike Rodeos
  • Bicycle Safety Education- learn hand signals, ABC Quick Check, proper helmet fitting, and more.
  • Bicycle Maintenance- Proper tire inflation, adjusting your bicycle, properly operate brakes, and more.


Scouts BSA Programs

Some KMM staff are current Merit Badge Counselors and can help scouts earn merit badges in hiking, traffic safety, and railroading, as well as support leadership, community service, and eagle projects.

  • Hiking Merit Badge
  • Traffic Safety Merit Badge
  • Railroading Merit Badge
  • Community Service Hours
  • Eagle Projects

Note: Taking part in a KMM activity or event does not automatically fulfill a Merit Badge requirement. Sign-offs will only be provided for requirements that a scout has fully completed and demonstrated their work to the counselor.

To speak with a merit badge counselor, complete the form here.

 

Share the Road. Share the Responsibility

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Drivers and pedestrians share the responsibility of keeping themselves and others on the roads safe. Pedestrians should follow certain safety practices to help ensure their own safety when sharing the roadways. Here are some useful tips and guidelines to follow as a pedestrian:

Be Visible. You can do this by wearing bright-colored clothing during the day and reflective colored clothing at night. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 32% of pedestrian-auto accident fatalities occur between 8 pm and 11:59 pm. The use of flashlights and reflective stickers can help make you visible during these late hours.

Avoid Distractions. It’s time to put down your phone and other electronic devices. The use of electronics is a daily part of life, but they distract your attention. When you decide to walk and text or listen to music through headphones, your attention focuses on that instead of the possible street signs and vehicles surrounding you. As a pedestrian, your eyes and ears are your best way to keep safe.

Use Caution. Before crossing the street always look left, then right, and left again. Make sure traffic has come to a complete stop before proceeding. You should cross only at intersections or street corners with crosswalks. By doing this, motorists should see you coming well in advance.

Remember, you as a pedestrian have a job to be seen and be alert at all times!

Teen Driver Safety Week

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National Teen Driver Safety Week is dedicated to raising awareness and seeking solutions to prevent teen injuries and deaths on the road. Designated by Congress to raise awareness of teen driver safety topics, encourage safe driving, and passenger behavior when driving on the road, the program is now in its 11th year!

Teens (driving or not) understand that they are vulnerable and they are well aware of the many risks that affect safety both on and off the roads. It’s our job to make sure that they understand the importance of keeping their eyes on the road at all times and that following the law is a must when it comes to driving.

Focusing on positive actions that teens can take to be safe and to keep their passengers safe, can be powerful messages for teens. In fact, it is the best way to change their behavior over time. With using a seat belt safety check or having them take a safe driving pledge, many are now using National Teen Driver Safety Week as a platform to create positive change.

This program has brought millions of people together to tackle the number one cause of death for teens in the U.S. – car crashes. Taking place this October 21-27, make sure you get involved in National Teen Driver Safety Week by spreading the word about driving safety and other tips to help teens become more aware of the risks they can face on and off the roads.

Interested in having KMM present at your local school?  Reach out to us today and schedule your Teen Distracted Driving Safety Presentation!