Catamount Outdoor Family Center

2026 Youth Bike Club: MAD MAXERS
2026-09-07 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-09 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-14 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-16 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-21 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-23 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-28 17:45 - 19:00, 2026-09-30 17:45 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Catamount Outdoor Family Center, 592 Governor Chittenden Road, Williston, VT, United States
Catamount OFC’s Cycling Club – 2026 Season

MAD MAXERS: ~Ages 11-14

Intermediate to Advanced – Shredding with Purpose
Mad Maxer riders have solid trail experience and are ready to sharpen their skills and take on more challenging rides. Participants should be confident on green & blue trails, and comfortable with moderate climbs, descents, and riding for longer durations.
This group focuses on more racing and technical riding: cornering technique, riding at speed, line choice, and progression toward jumps, manuals, and other trail features, all based on individual readiness. Riders will also learn about trail etiquette, race dynamics, and ride preparedness, including basic on-trail repairs and navigation.
Check out our Cycling Club page to learn more!

Novice Monday: Guided Ride
2026-09-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-09-14 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-09-21 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-09-28 18:00 - 19:30
Monday Evening Novice MTB Ride Join us at Catamount every Monday evening this summer for our guided MTB Novice Rides!
Starting on May 11th, and running each Monday (weather dependent) until the end of September, enjoy riding through the Catamount Community Forest on beginner and novice-friendly trails from 6:00pm to ~7:30pm at a mellow pace. These rides are perfect for those new to mountain biking or those looking for a mellow, group ride.
The Monday series increases in difficulty each week and then resets at the start of the following month. For these rides, we will only use double-track (gray) and single-track green trails, which are less technical and ideal for those getting comfortable on their bikes.
Please note, this is a group ride and NOT a clinic or lesson. While tips may be shared, those seeking skill instruction and sessioning of features should register for one of our Beginner MTB clinic options.
What: MTB Novice RideWhen: Every Monday (weather dependent) Meet: 6:00 / Ride: 6:15Where: Meet up at COFC parking lotPace: MellowLevel: Beginner & Novice Riders (not appropriate for learning to ride a bike)Terrain: Double Track & Single Track Green TrailsDuration: ~1.5 hoursCost: Members FREE; First ride FREE with a day membership needed for non-members ($10.70).
Any cancelations will be posted here, on FB, and on our instagram stories.
Looking for an intermediate ride? Check out our Thursday Night Social Series!

2026 Youth Bike Club: GULLY WHUMPERS
2026-09-09 16:30 - 17:45, 2026-09-14 16:30 - 17:45, 2026-09-16 16:30 - 17:45, 2026-09-21 16:30 - 17:45, 2026-09-23 16:30 - 17:45, 2026-09-28 16:30 - 17:45, 2026-09-30 16:30 - 17:45
Catamount OFC’s Cycling Club – 2026 Season

GULLY WHUMPERS: For Ages 8-10

Developing Riders – Gaining Skills and Confidence
Gully Whumpers is for kids who have some trail experience or are newer riders ready to take their biking to the next level. Participants should be comfortable pedaling on narrow singletrack that have some rocks and roots, turning on varied terrain, and riding up and down green-level trails.
This group emphasizes skill progression, exploring different types of terrain, and building endurance. Riders will begin working on techniques like cornering, shifting, climbing, and descending, with opportunities to progress to more challenging blue and black trails as they’re ready.
WHEN: Monday & Wednesday: 4:30-5:45pm
May 11th- September 30th

Check out our Cycling Club page to learn more!

2026 Weekly Cyclocross!
2026-09-09 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-30 17:30 - 18:30
Join us for our 5 week cyclocross series this fall.

2025 CX Wednesday Dates (Registration coming summer 2026)

Week 1: September 9th @5:30pm
Week 2: September 16th @5:30pm
Week 3: September 23rd @5:30pm
Week 4: September 30th @5:30pm
Week 5: October 7th @5:30pm & End of Season Celebration!

Cancellation Policy: Any series cancellations must be made prior to August 15th in order to receive a refund, minus a $50 administrative fee. Any cancellations received after August 15th but before September 1st are eligible for a 50% refund only. Cancellations made after September 1st will not be eligible for any refund. Any single-night entries are non-refundable at the time of purchase. Should Catamount OFC need to cancel a race for any reason, single-night entries will be carried over to the following race night.

What is Cyclocross?
For those new to the sport you may be asking ‘What is Cyclocross?’ Although cyclocross shares some aspects of both mountain biking and road racing, it is it’s own sport and you can expect some of the following features including; being on & off the bike, stepping over natural & artificial barriers, quick entry & exiting of corners, hard surfaces transitioning to soft, and negotiating tricky off-camber sections. Don’t let this intimidate you though. Cyclocross if fun!
The length of the course is 2.5-3.5 km and is designed for the skinny-tired cyclocross bike, not a full-suspension mountain bike (a regular mountain bike is tolerable, just expect more friction).
If you have never tried CX racing but always wanted to give it a shot, this could be your year! Catamount always has a supportive environment for those who are just getting introduced to the sport. Hungry for competition? Not to worry, test your skills against some of the best athletes. Either way the atmosphere is always welcoming and fun for the whole family.

CX SERIES RATES:

Adult 5 Week Series: $100
Student/Senior 5 Week Series: $90
Family 5 Week Series: $160

CX SINGLE NIGHT RATES:

Single Night Entries for Cyclocross can be done on BikeReg : $25/ person *Please note that registration online closes at 3:00pm on race days.*
Single Night Entries at Catamount’s Hub: $30 *Please note that registration closes 5:15pm on site on race nights*

Register Here!

Social Thursday: Guided Ride
2026-09-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-24 18:00 - 20:00
Thursday Evening MTB Social Ride – Intermediate & AboveJoin us at Catamount every Thursday evening this summer for our guided Social MTB Rides!
Starting on May 14th ,and running each Thursday (weather dependent) until end of September, ride through the Catamount Community Forest from 6:00pm to 8:00pm with Catamount OFC community. These rides, designed for more experienced riders, are a great way to meet other enthusiast in the community and explore Catamount’s trail network.
The Thursday series increases in difficulty each week and then resets at the start of the following month. For these rides, we will use double-track as well as green, blue, and some black single-track trails, which are more technical and ideal for those who are comfortable on their bikes and a variety of terrain. This is a no-drop ride AKA no red trails or jump/drop lines will be used.
Please note, this is a group ride and NOT a clinic or lesson—while tips may be shared, those seeking skill instruction and session-ing of features should register for one of our MTB clinic options.
What: MTB Social RideWhen: Every Thursday (weather dependent) Meet: 6:00 / Ride: 6:15Where: Meet up at COFC HUBPace: IntermediateLevel: Intermediate and Advanced RidersTerrain: Green, Blue, and some Black TrailsDuration: ~1.5 to 2.5 hours
Cost: Members FREE; First ride FREE with a day membership needed for non-members ($10.70).
Any cancelations will be posted here, on FB, and on our instagram stories.
Looking for a beginner-friendly ride? Check out our Novice Monday!

2026 Youth Bike Club: CLOVERS ROLLERS
2026-09-14 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-21 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-28 16:30 - 18:30
Catamount OFC’s Cycling Club – 2026 Season
CLOVER’S ROLLERS: For Ages 7-10

Grow confidence on trails
Clovers Roller’s focus on fun, confidence, and builds on foundational mountain biking skills in a supportive all-girls environment. Through games, skill-building activities, and trail rides, riders will develop balance, braking control, body position, and trail awareness.
Beyond riding skills, Clovers Roller’s encourages teamwork, perseverance, and a love for the outdoors. Coaches foster a positive environment where riders support one another, challenge themselves, and celebrate progress along the way.
Participants will also learn about trail stewardship and Leave No Trace principles while exploring the beautiful trails of the Catamount Community Forest.
Riders should be able to pedal independently, stop using hand brakes, steer confidently, and have some experience riding on unpaved paths or gentle terrain. Training wheels and strider bikes are not permitted. If your child still needs support learning to ride, please check out our private lessons.
Check out our Cycling Club page to learn more!

Step into your breath: A walking breath focused event with The Breath and Balance
2026-09-19 09:00 - 11:00
Your breathing pattern is a habit. You can train yourself to breathe more efficiently. As your breathing efficiency improves, you have more energy to do the activities you love. Improve your breath and improve your health. Develop your breathing capabilities, create resilience, and connect to yourself. There are many ways to breathe. If you can breathe with more ease, it’s easier to do everything.
In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn and practice ways to turn your walk into a respiratory strength practice and breathing meditation. You will be walking approximately half the time. We’ll continuously regroup for short discussions after short walks using different breathing techniques. Learn more and register here.
Nicole Carpenter is a certified breathwork instructor, facilitator, and coach, practicing breathwork for 20+ years and teaching since 2022 with The Breath and Balance. Nicole utilizes an experiential approach, grounded in the science of efficient, functional, and natural breathing. Nicole is a hiker, runner, biker, walker, and outdoor enthusiast.
