7/19/26 Patapsco Valley State Park aMTB Clinic & Rides - ATHLETE

07/19/2026 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM ET

Location

McKeldin Area, Patapsco Valley State Park
11676 Marriottsville Rd
Marriottsville, MD 21104

Summary

Catalyst Sports is excited to partner with Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park for another great year of adaptive mountain bike programming. Join us for a day on the trails and a community hangout afterwards.

Description

This program is designed for individuals with physical disabilities to experience the thrill of mountain biking

What to Expect:

✅ Bike Fittings & Transfers – We’ll ensure you have the right bike and setup for a safe and comfortable ride.
✅ Introductory Instruction – Learn how to ride and control an adaptive mountain bike.
✅ Trail Riding – Enjoy time on up to 5 miles of natural surface mountain bike trails.

✅ Support - Volunteers will ride alongside participants to provide guidance and ensure safety throughout the experience.

Friends are Welcome to ride alongside. They must have their own mountain bike and they must be comfortable riding mountain bike trails. They should register separately here as a companion rider volunteer

We have a limited number of bikes. Athletes are only allowed to register for 2 events. If you are interested in riding more than that, please fill out this form here for the season waiting list. We will do our best to get you up and riding.

►New to Catalyst? Before you register for this event, you will need to set up a member account here AND THEN come back and register for this specific event

►New to the bikes? Review this information BEFORE registering for a specific bike LINK

Mandatory Requirements for participation in this program

Rider has a permanent, disabling condition
Rider is at least 16 years old
Rider weighs less than 250 lbs
Rider can consistently make safe cognitive decisions in a fast-paced changing environment
Rider can consistently 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 consistently 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 consistently 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 natural surface terrain deemed appropriate for their experience level
Rider must be free of pressure wounds

Any questions? Contact marty@catalystsports.org

Event Schedule:

10:00 - 10:45 AM Adaptive Athlete Registration
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Adaptive Athlete Fit/Clinic/Rides
1:30 - 2:00 PM Social Time and Wrap Up

Things to Bring:

Water bottle (We will have a refilling station)
Closed Toe Shoes
Helmet is provided but feel free to bring your own
Protective Eye wear/Glasses: A limited supply of clear plastic glasses are available for you to borrow
Any Personal Medications Needed for Emergency (i.e., Insulin, Epi Pen, Inhaler)
Sunscreen and Bug Spray