Girls in Gear teaches mountain biking basic skills to youth of all ages and allows them to gain confidence and endurance in a girl-only environment.
One of the first programs nationwide to offer an exclusive mountain bike experience at a Girl Scout camp, Girls in Gear was built with input from industry leaders. The program offers a premier experience for beginner and early intermediate riders.
Girls enjoy gaining confidence while exploring our mountain bike skills park and our 2.1-mile trail on a beautiful, rolling wooded prairie near Zimmerman, Minnesota. High-end Salsa bikes help them gain confidence and find success.
Attendees can choose among half-day and full-day programs, as well as multi-day overnight camp options. All programs are developed by BICP-certified staff. We’re thrilled to offer this unique program that allows Girl Scouts to build resilience, problem-solve, and conquer fears while learning a lifelong sport in the outdoors.
Generous support from local in-kind sponsors, Quality Bike Products, Salsa Bikes, and Tonka Cycle & Ski, helped make the program possible.
Helpful Resources
- “Midwest Dirt Legion – Building Equity in the Mountain Biking Community” – Learn more about the need for equity in mountain biking in our GirlTalk podcast.
