It’s time to saddle up and ride the trails. TYO is teaching an introduction to mountain biking class at Lake Accotink Park for kids to get comfortable riding the dirt trails. Want to sign up? Registration begins February 7 at: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes code is #8502251001. Want to join us but can’t afford the fee? Scholarships are available, email julie@trailsforyouth.org. This class is meant to teach kids the basics of mountain biking and will engage them to overcome obstacles on the trails, they will be successful and gain confidence in their abilities – and have fun too!

TYO is offering an 8-week program for a group of students from Thurgood Marshall High School. This pilot program was established to provide nature bike rides to those kids that do not have the opportunity. Partnering with the National Park Service and RTCA, we are providing trail bike rides and mentoring on the importance of being active in nature. Plus the students are learning why it’s important to learn about the history and environmentalism of their local parks.  By the end of th 8 weeks, they’ll be healthier and ready to act as ambassadors of Fort Dupont. Thanks to Outdoor Nation for their financial support of this program.

Come out and enjoy a wonderfield event that supports local non-profits, like TrailsforYouth.Org.  Our generous supporter, Metro Run and Walk in Springfield, VA organizes this amazing event and proceeds benefit local parks and charities. TYO has been a lucky receipient and one of the pit stop organizers of the race for 2 years. Support TYO and come out and run in the fun and annual Springfield 5k/15k race. Read more information and register at Metro, Run & Walk - a great place to find your next pair of sneakers!

TYO is leading a group of kids on the fun and challenging single track at Lake Accotink Park. We bring the equipment, experirence and challenges to help them build confidence and become a bit healthier. Plus it’s a blast and the kids love it!! Want to be part of the fun? Volunteer today – contact megan@trailsforyouth.org

(This is a nature bicycle ride for a reserved private youth group and not open to the general public, general youth rides will begin in early June, visit the calendar of events for more information.)

If you have a youth group and would like to reserve your event, contact julie@trailsforyouth.org.

If you are interested in volunteering, contact megan@trailsforyouth.org.

Rain date – Clinical Solutions Youth Group Ride. This is a nature bicycle ride for a reserved private youth group. If you have a youth group and would like to reserve your event, contact julie@trailsforyouth.org. If you are interested in volunteering, contact megan@trailsforyouth.org.