2026 SUMMER CAMPS
Please review all important updates and information on this page before registering for camp.
Catamount Summer Camp registration access is tiered…
Catamount is a member funded non-profit. As a huge thank you for making these camps possible, our members will be given early camp registration access on the below dates.
- February 2nd for Annual Full Access Members
- February 9th for Annual Bike Access Members
- February 16th for Winter Season Access Members
- February 23rd for Annual Supporting Members
Camp registration opens for non-members on March 2nd.
Catamount staff can not predict when or if our camp sessions will fill up. The best way to secure the camp dates that meet your needs is to purchase an Annual Full Access Membership.
Camp Access: We encourage you to consider a Family Membership when registering multiple campers for multiple weeks, as this helps support Catamount OFC as a non-profit organization. Adult memberships can be used to register multiple children for one or more weeks. For Youth and Supporting memberships, we ask that only one camper entry be submitted per membership, with multiple session dates allowed but higher membership encouraged if you are able.
Join us for Catamount Outdoor Family Center’s awesome Summer Camps for ages 6-14 years old!
Catamount summer camps are focused on fun and led by enthusiastic experienced coaches and educators with the whole Catamount OFC trail network and Catamount Community Forest as our playground. Our full-day outdoor camps are designed to improve outdoor and athletic skills while exploring the trails. Campers will enjoy a week loaded with exciting adventures and lots of hands-on learning.
Our camps promote physical fitness, personal responsibility and teamwork, while emphasizing care for the equipment we use and the land on which we live and recreate. Each camp session will include a variety of activities to help grow a lifelong connection with the outdoors. Activities and skills will be tailored for the specific ages and skills of each camp session.
Our Camp Session Options:
COMBO CAMP
Ages 6-7
Our full-day camp for youth ages 6-7 combines mountain biking and nature exploration. Campers will build bike skills on varied trails, balance energy with nature walks, and learn essential outdoor skills along the way.
EXPLORERS CAMP
Ages 8-14
Our full-day Explorer camp for ages 8-14 combines biking with a focus on nature exploration and outdoor skills. Campers will ride diverse trails and engage in activities like wildlife tracking, plant identification, and survival skills, all while connecting with the natural world.
MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMP
Ages 8-14
Our full-day mountain biking camp splits campers into groups based on age and ability, typically ages 8-10 and 11-14. These groups focus on building bike skills and exploring diverse trails. Campers will improve their technique, gain confidence, and challenge themselves in a fun, supportive environment. All Catamount Camps emphasize Leave No Trace principles and outdoor stewardship.
ADV. MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMP
Ages 10-14
Our full-day advanced mountain biking camp for ages 10-14 is designed for experienced riders ready to push their skills and confidence to new heights. With access to Catamount’s progressive terrain and led by inspiring, supportive coaches, campers will sharpen their technique, tackle new challenges, and explore the full potential of their riding.
Prerequisite Bike Skills
Prerequisite Skills for all camps
Due to the staff support needed in teaching kids how to ride a bike, Catamount’s camp require campers show up with basic riding skills. Campers must have the ability to:
- Ride a bike on flat, varied terrain (dirt, grass, gravel, small roots) without training wheels
- Turn both directions on flat terrain
- Stop safely using hand brakes only (no feet).
Need help getting your camper’s skills ready for camp? We are eager to help-Check out our spring lesson options!
No refunds will be issued for campers sent home from camp due to missing prerequisite skills for camp.
Prerequisite Skills for Advanced MTB Camp
Campers must have strong foundational skills and experience riding technical trails. Skills include:
- Confident riding on varied terrain (dirt, gravel, roots, rocks, small drops)
- Navigating tight turns, switchbacks, and obstacles
- Efficient gear shifting and cadence control on climbs/descents
- Safe stopping using hand brakes on inclines and corners.
- Bike balance and control on narrow or uneven surfaces
- Comfort riding all green trails and most blue trails at Catamount
No refunds will be issued for campers sent home from camp due to missing prerequisite skills for camp.
Important Camp Information for 2026
All Catamount OFC camps are staffed by experienced coaches and counselors who have undergone a background check and SafeSport Training. Lead Coaches will also be Wilderness First Aid Certified.
General Camp flow:
Monday Check-In: Expect a longer check-in on Mondays. We’ll greet you, make sure we have all necessary items and information for the week, and perform a thorough bike inspection and safety check before parents/guardians are able to leave campers on site. Once all campers have arrived, groups will participate in “get to know you” games before starting their bike skills assessments. This helps coaches gauge group dynamics and individual riding skills for safe route planning. Lunch runs from 12:00 to 12:30 PM most days. Afternoons are filled with skill sessions, field games, and/or group rides.
Tuesday–Thursday: Each day includes morning games and stretches, bike safety checks, a group ride/hike, a snack and lunch break, skills practice, and field games.
Friday: Fridays follow the usual morning schedule, but the afternoon ends early for our end-of-week awards celebration. Families and friends are welcome to watch campers receive their Catamount OFC camp shirts and awards for the week. Most celebrations start around 3:30 PM and wrap up by 3:45 PM, allowing time to chat, grab gear/bikes, and say goodbye. Please check with your lead coach to confirm the exact time for your camper’s celebration.
Bike Requirements
All bikes used at camps must have multiple gears, hand brakes (rim or disc) that your camper can reach with one finger, and pedals (no striders/kick bikes). Bikes that use foot brakes and training wheels, one gear/single speed, and without pedals are not appropriate for camp uses. Catamount OFC offers rental bikes on a first come, first serve basis.
Camp Dates:
Catamount OFC’s Summer Camps run Monday through Friday, starting the week of June 15th and ending the week of August 10th. Participants can sign up for one week, attend all nine weeks or anything in between. While the general camp content and format remain consistent each week, activities may vary depending on weather conditions and the unique dynamics of each group.
Drop Off, Pick Up, & Late Fees
Our full-day camp runs from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Please note that there is no supervision before 8:30 AM, and early drop-offs are not allowed. We offer 30-minute drop-off and pick-up windows:
Morning drop-off: 8:30–9:00 AM
Midday pick-up/drop-off: 12:30–1:00 PM
Afternoon pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM
If you need to drop off or pick up outside of these windows, a $10/day fee will be applied to your account to accommodate the schedule adjustment. These changes impact all campers, as we move together as a team. Any pick-ups after 4:00 PM will incur a $2 per minute late fee to help cover staff overtime costs.
Camp Costs:
Our Full day camps cost $350 per camper. Session Add On Fees and options Include:
-Bike Storage: $50/week
-20”-24” Bike Rentals: $75/week
-26”-29” Bike Rentals: $100/week
-Helmet Only $5/day or $30/week
-Handlebar Plugs $5
-Adjustments and tune ups service: $20 minimum
*We are not a fully equipped bike shop and have limits to what we can handle in houses. If more than minimum service charge, we will call to confirm you want service.
Cancellation Policy
Any cancellations or requests to change sessions must be made prior to June 1 in order to receive a refund, minus a $50 administrative fee. Any cancellations or requests received from June 1 until 2 weeks to the start of the session will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made within 2 weeks of the beginning of the session will not be eligible for any refund. Requests to change sessions will not be permitted within 2 weeks of the start date.
