3/15 MORNING Patapsco Valley State Park aMTB Ride - Adaptive Athlete

(Once Full, registration will Automatically close)

Catalyst Sports is excited to partner with Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park to bring adaptive mountain biking to the McKeldin Area of the park.  Join us as a Volunteer Support Rider to help make an adaptive riders experience a success.

What to Expect:

✅ Bike Fittings & Transfers – We’ll ensure you have the right setup for a safe and comfortable ride.
✅ Introductory Instruction – Learn how to ride and control an adaptive mountain bike.
✅ Trail Riding – Enjoy time on the trails, accompanied by trained volunteer support riders to assist as needed.

Our trained volunteers will ride alongside participants to provide guidance and ensure safety throughout the experience.

Don't miss this chance to try adaptive mountain biking in a fun, inclusive setting!

9:30 - 10:30 New Volunteer Training

10:30 - 11:00 Morning Session Bike Fittings

11:00 - 12:30 Morning Skills Session & Ride

12:30 - 1:30 Lunch

1:30 -2:00 Afternoon Session Bike Fittings

2:00 - 3:30 Afternoon Skills Session & Ride

Please email Kirby@CatalystSports.org with any questions or concerns

Essential Eligibility for Adaptive Mountain Biking

• Rider has a permanent, disabling condition

• Rider is > 8 years old

• Rider is < 250 lbs

• Rider can make safe cognitive decisions in a fast-paced changing environment.

• Rider can follow all safety precautions identified by the instructors.

• Rider can hold their head upright without any head and/or neck support.

• Rider can wear a properly fitted and rated bike helmet, as well as any other safety equipment appropriately.

• Rider can understand and follow multiple-step instructions from the instructors independently and in a fast-paced environment.

• Rider can transfer in and out of the bike independently or with some assistance

• Rider can remain alert and focused for the duration of the ride and can make decisions quickly in variable terrain.

• Rider can demonstrate they can independently peddle, steer, stop, start and ride the bike over, around, up, and down a variety of terrain deemed appropriate for their experience level.

Things to Bring:

-  Water bottle (Catalyst will have a refilling station)

-  Snacks/Food

-  Safety/Sunglasses

-  Closed Toe Shoes