Schweitzer Summer Bike Camp

Schweitzer Summer Bike Camp
Calling all mountain biking kids ages 8-13! Join us at Schweitzer for our second annual Summer Bike Camp. A 4-day camp designed to connect kids with others, advance their mountain biking skills, and most importantly - have fun. Kids will enjoy 4 days of learning, biking (downhill, uphill, and cross-country), and even have access to Village Activities when the schedule allows. Choose below from 5 different weeks offered over the summer.

Who Can sign up?
This bike camp is designed for kids ages 8-13 with intermediate trail riding experience. Riders who enroll in Summer Bike Camp need to be comfortable on trails such as those at the Schweitzer Roundabout and Lower Basin as well as pedaling uphill for certain rides.

How much is it?
Schweitzer Summer Bike Camp is $360 per camper. This includes 4 concurrent days at camp running from 10:00am - 3:00pm, snacks provided throughout the week, and a BBQ lunch on Thursday (the final day).

Where will camp take place?
All 4 days will take place at Schweitzer. Drop off & pick up for your kids will be in the Schweitzer Village.

What do i need to bring?

Helmets (required)
A front suspension bike (or better) with good brakes
Pads (recommended but not required)
Appropriate footwear (no open-toed sandals or flip flops)
Replacement tube and flat tire kit
Sack lunch for Monday - Wednesday (BBQ lunch will be provided Thursday)

When is Bike Camp?
There will be 5 weeks of mountain bike camp available.

June 29 - July 2, 2026
July 6 - 9, 2026
July 13 - 16, 2026
July 20 - 23, 2026
July 27 - 30, 2026

Additional Information

Snacks provided throughout the week
BBQ lunch on Thursday
Campers should bring their own lunch Monday - Wednesday
Bikes can remain on mountain overnight for the week of camp if preferred
All coaches are BICP certified (Bike Instructor Certification Program)
Class overall ratio is 1 coach per 5 students
Registration and purchase will be available online with a limited number of spots.

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To book, please select the Monday of the desired week you'd like to attend.

Summer Bike Camp Schedule

Monday - Day 1
9:45am - 10:00am	Meet at the Schweitzer Clocktower
10:00am - 12:30pm	Camp Introduction along with bike inspection, safety checks, skills assessment, and group assignments
1:00pm - 3:00pm	First skills course (grouped 4:1 with instructors) on trails in the Schweitzer Village/XC area
3:00pm	Session ends, pick up kids in the Village

Tuesday, Day 2
9:45am - 10:00am	Meet at the Schweitzer Clocktower
10:00am - 11:00am	First Aid & safety with Schweitzer Patrol
11:00am - Lunch	Skills session (Village/XC trails)
1:00pm - 3:00pm	Third skills session or Fun Pass time
3:00pm	Session ends, pick up kids in Village

Wednesday, Day 3
9:45am - 10:00am	Meet at the Schweitzer Clocktower
10:00am - Lunch	Trail etiquette and discussion with Patrol and Trail Crew along with lunch at the summit
1:00pm - 3:00pm	Lift assisted skills laps
3:00pm	Session ends, pick up kids in Village

Thursday, Day 4
9:45am - 10:00am	Meet at the Schweitzer Clocktower
10:00am - Lunch	Skills competition, camp awards, and BBQ lunch
1:00pm - 3:00pm	Final ride
3:00pm	Camp ends, pick up kids in Village