Bike Camp for Kids
The coolest camp in town will be on the Cycle Oregon Weekend Ride! The Community Cycling Center will be partnering once again with Cycle Oregon to offer Bike Camp for Kids. Campers will explore the Weekend Ride routes, make new friends and improve skills with the support of trained and talented bicycle safety instructors. Whether your child is ready to scoot or commute, we’re offering a fun opportunity to enjoy the route and connect with other kids of the same age.
All activities and rides will be geared to the unique needs of the group. To ensure safety and maximize fun, there will be a 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio, and all groups will have at least two adults. Parents are welcome to join in the fun.
Daily Camp Hours:
Early Drop-off: 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Camp Session: 8:30 a.m.-3:30.p.m.
Scoot Half-Day Camp: 8:30 a.m.-Noon
Arrangements for pick-up after 3:30 p.m. can be made at check-in for parents who wish to ride the long route.
Scoot Camp
Ages: 4-7
Distance: <1 mile
Time: 8:30 a.m.-Noon
Gear Requirement: Bike and helmet
This half-day camp is geared toward younger riders who are just beginning their two-wheeled adventures. At the Cycle Oregon campsite, riders will learn and practice basic riding skills including starting, stopping and riding in a straight line. Instructors will work with the campers to practice basic skills and offer awesome games and activities in between. No skills required, just a bike, a helmet and the determination to ride!
Scavenger Hunt Camp
Ages: 6-8
Distance: <5 miles
Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Gear Requirement: 2-wheeled bike and helmet
Join us for a scavenger hunt adventure! Campers will enjoy time with new friends while learning skills and gaining confidence on this short ride near the Cycle Oregon campsite. Campers should know the basics: starting, stopping and riding in a straight line.
Group Riding for 8- to 10-year-olds
Ages: 8-10
Distance: 5-12+ miles
Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Gear Requirement: 2-wheeled bike and helmet
This camp is suited for kids who enjoy time at parks, riding bikes and connecting with kids their own age. Camp activities will include short rides around the Cycle Oregon campsite and fun group games. Campers should know the basics: starting, stopping and riding in a straight line.
Group Riding for 10- to 12-year-olds
Ages: 10-12
Distance: 5-12+ miles
Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Gear Requirement: 2-wheeled bike and helmet
Campers will enjoy connecting with kids their own age on a fun bike adventure. Camp activities will include rides to local destinations and hand-on activities. Campers should know the basics: starting, stopping and riding in a straight line.
Group Riding for 12 and Up
Ages: 12 and up
Distance: 15+ miles
Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Gear Requirement: Multi-geared bike with handbrakes and helmet
Campers will enjoy miles of Oregon’s countryside, following the short family route. With support from the Community Cycling Center instructors, campers will work together to set the pace. Campers should be confident in basic bicycle safety and road riding. We’ll do a quick review of safe group riding techniques before getting on the road.
FAQs
How do I register?
Pre-register online through the Cycle Oregon website or register at the event on Friday, July 15, from 3 to 5 p.m. Space is limited and camps will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is there a fee for the camps?
Yes, there is a $15 charge per day per child for the Kids Bike Camp.
Is this a good camp for my child to learn how to ride a bike?
If your child is still learning how to ride on two wheels, we recommend signing him or her up for our Scoot camp – see the description above. For all other camps, it is important that your child is comfortable starting, stopping and riding in a straight line on his or her own.
What if my child is unable to complete the route?
There are SAG vans on the course that will transport your child back to camp, where he or she will be supervised by Community Cycling Center staff. We ask that an authorized adult be available by cell phone during the camp day so Community Cycling Center staff can get in contact in case of an emergency.
What will my child need to bring?
- A properly functioning bicycle
- An up-to-date helmet
- A backpack to carry water, snacks and lunch
- Comfortable attire (no bike-specific clothing necessary for any of the camps)
- Closed-toed shoes – no flip-flops or other sandals