8/1/26 Patapsco Valley State Park aMTB Clinic & Rides - VOLUNTEER

Be part of an unforgettable experience and help make mountain biking more accessible for all!

No prior adaptive experience is necessary—just a love for mountain biking and a willingness to help! Our team will provide training so you feel confident in your role.

Volunteer Requirements:

- Support Riders should be comfortable riding on a variety of terrain for at least 5 miles and must be able to keep up with athletes on adaptive (e-powered) mountain bikes maintaining a safe steady pace

-Volunteers must be age 13+ 

- Support Riders and Companion Riders should bring their own mountain bike.

 - All NEW Volunteers MUST create a Catalyst membership FIRST  here and then come back to register for this event

- All NEW Support Ride Volunteers and Athlete Support: Please complete the online New Volunteer Training offered before the ride

Volunteer Roles - please read carefully!

 NEW Support Rider: Attend New Volunteer Orientation. Ride alongside participants, provide encouragement and trail assistance. Not responsible for setup or instruction

 Returning Support Rider: Help participants get set up on their adaptive mountain bike. Ride alongside participants and provide basic skills instruction and practice

Athlete Support: Volunteer who is NOT riding a bike. Attend New Volunteer Orientation. Duties MAY include: set up, bike fitting, mechanics, helping athletes on/off bikes, managing equipment, assisting with basic skills instruction. Help with breaking down equipment and cleaning up event

Registration Team: Checking participants in and providing information about aMTB during the event. Help with breaking down equipment and cleaning up event
💛  Companion Rider: Friend or family member riding alongside a participant

Things to Bring:

 - Working Mountain Bike and Helmet (If riding)

-  Water bottle/Hydration Pack (We will have a refilling station)

-  Safety/Sunglasses and any other riding gear you need

 - Optional:  Camp Chair and Sunscreen and Bug Spray

Event Schedule

9:00 Park Opens, Volunteer Registration Opens

9:20 Volunteer Orientation Begins for ALL Volunteers

11:00 - 1:30 Adaptive Athlete Fit/Clinic/Rides

1:30 - 2:00 Social Time and Wrap Up

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