06/25/2026
Bike Camp Day 3 🚴♂️
Today’s lesson focused on grit, doing hard things even when they feel uncomfortable, while also learning to listen to our bodies and recognize when we truly need a break. We talked about taking deep breaths, settling our minds, asking for help when needed, and trying again when something feels challenging. The kids did an incredible job putting these skills into practice today!
We took our longest continuous ride yet (approximately 4 to 4½ miles) with some campers adding even more riding throughout the day!!! It was amazing to watch their confidence grow with every ride.
We also learned and practiced shoulder checking, an important bike safety skill used before moving out to pass another rider. The campers worked hard to remember to look over their shoulders and check for traffic before changing positions on the road.
Communication was another big focus today. The kids did an outstanding job using their voices to let others know when they were slowing down or stopping. When crossing roads on the South Monon Trail, one rider would call out “Clear!” and the message would ripple all the way through the group. It was a great example of teamwork and keeping one another safe. 👏🏼💪🏼
Throughout the day, campers showed kindness, patience, and respect for one another. If someone had a small mishap or tipped off the edge of the trail, teammates were immediately there to help. We were also reminded of the power of community when a passing driver stopped to assist us with a bike that needed a little attention before we could continue our ride.
To top off a wonderful day, we finished at the South Monon Trailhead where Sadie Miskuf from Radius Indiana generously surprised the kids with popsicles! Thank you for helping make the day extra special. 🩷
Another beautiful day filled with growing confidence, stronger bike skills, safe riding habits, teamwork, and community support. We are so proud of these riders and all they are accomplishing this week!
