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| Prison Bike Program Helps Inmates Develop Skills, Gives Kids In Need A Sweet Ride |
| By huffingtonpost.com- Cameron Keady |
| Published: 11/12/2015 |
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A South Dakota correctional facility is using an innovative work program to benefit inmates and kids in need -- in tandem. The Pedal Power from the Pen program, at Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield, trains inmates to restore damaged bikes that are then distributed to kids in need across the state, the Mitchell Daily Republic reported. Through the initiative, prisoners develop vocational skills while contributing to the South Dakota community. "If an inmate has an interest, and they're willing to learn and they're willing to work hard, they're generally given a chance to work in various shops," Bob Dooley, Mike Durfee State Prison Warden, told the news outlet. "All programs at the prison, including Pedal Power, have a dual purpose: producing services or products for nonprofit agencies, and providing vocational training for inmates." Read More. |
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Interesting facts in this article, however. In general, such programs should be included everywhere, especially in schools and colleges. Now there are lots of different models of bicycles at https://bikesist.com/best-folding-electric-bike/ and teens can choose for every taste. If such physical activity were included in the curriculum, this would be a great solution. Especially, taking into account the fact that children love cycling