As in past years, the department will be handing out free information about bike safety, drug and alcohol awareness, and general crime prevention practices. In addition, officers will have child fingerprint kits for parents as well as water bottles, crayons and coloring books.
Children can sit in a real police car and speak to a police officer about police equipment.
They also have the opportunity to see a police horse up close. There are also opportunities to see fire trucks and see the Jaws of Life at work. UW Campus Crime Stoppers will also take part in the event, handing out information about the Campus Crime Stoppers program. As a special treat for the kids, McGruff and Bucky Badger will pose for photos with kids and adults alike. If you would like more information about Safety Saturday, contact Sgt.