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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
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SUMMARY:BIPOC Bikerafting Workshop & Bikerafting Trip
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”72784″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_column_text css=””] \nNew for this year\, Packraft Maine is partnering with Color the Valley and Bikepocing NYC to offer a 1 day BIPOC bikerafting workshop July 16th and a 2 night BIPOC bikerafting trip July 17th-19th. We will be sharing trip details and registration info soon. \nVisit the event page for more details and to get your tickets. \nThis event is part of Bikepacking Root’s Community Event Calendar\, where we share bikepacking events across the US and Canada. Bikepacking Roots is not involved in the hosting of this event unless otherwise noted. Please reach out to the organizer for more information.  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/bipoc-bikerafting-workshop-bikerafting-trip/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260719T140000
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SUMMARY:4-day Sky Meadows VA/MD Bikepacking Adventure with Claire Pomykala
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”73042″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_row_inner el_class=”TeammateContent”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nCome join us for a thrilling\, long weekend bikepacking adventure along the gravel C&O Canal\, heading towards the scenic and remote Sky Meadows Campground\, and finishing with the urban and paved W&OD Trail! This event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore nature\, be moderately physically active\, have plenty of time to stare at the trees\, and make new friends. We’ll start and end our journey at Georgetown Waterfront Park and pedal our way through picturesque trails\, enjoying the beauty of the canal\, forests\, remote county\, remote campsite\, Virginia and surrounding landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned bikepacker or new to the sport\, this event is designed for people of at least a moderate fitness level. Pack your camping gear\, snacks\, and a sense of adventure as we embark on this unforgettable trip together. This trips starts off on the flat C&O Canal\, then peels off into Virginia where we gain elevation heading to the Sky Meadows campground\, then we will find our way through the gravel roads to the paved and flat W&OD trail. It’s a 4 day trip which will include all sorts of surface and city planning types. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to spend several days cycling through some beautiful and varied landscapes\, all just outside of Washington D.C.! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit the event page for more details and to get your tickets. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of Bikepacking Root’s Community Event Calendar\, where we share bikepacking events across the US and Canada. Bikepacking Roots is not involved in the hosting of this event unless otherwise noted. Please reach out to the organizer for more information.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/4-day-sky-meadows-va-md-bikepacking-adventure/
LOCATION:Georgetown Waterfront Park\, Washington\, D.C.
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Pomykala":MAILTO:livingbybike@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260716T220210Z
CREATED:20260716T200153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T220210Z
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SUMMARY:Family Overnight to Shannona with Out Our Front door in South Holland\, IL
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”74714″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nRide Specifics\nMileage: Day 1: 30 Miles | Day 2: Fun at camp\, optional day ride | Day 3: 30 miles \nSupport: Self supported – you carry all of your own gear on your own bike. We have resources including trained guides and bikes to loan for youth with disabilities. If you are interested in this option\, please contact us here. \nLodging: We will stay at Camp Shabbona Woods campground located at (map) in tents. \nPace: 7-10mph. We won’t leave anyone behind. \nTrail/Route: Paved road or trail with minimal crushed limestone trail portions. \nAge: All families are welcome! \nRiders with disabilities: We have resources including trained guides and bikes to loan for youth with disabilities. If you are interested in this option\, please contact us here. \nTrip Description\nTravel south over bridges\, canals\, and railroads to a hidden gem among the industrial past of Chicago: Camp Shabbona Woods. This is an accessible low-stress ride\, suitable for beginners and experienced riders. The route is almost entirely on bike paths or bike lanes that include the Lakefront Path\, the new South Lake Shore Drive extension bike lanes\, Calumet Park\, Wolf Creek Park\, and the Burnham Greenway. \nThe facilities at Shabbona Woods are excellent and amenities include the Sand Ridge Nature Center with animals\, exhibits\, and walking trails\, as well as the Green Lake Aquatic Center across the street featuring a pool for the little kids\, a lazy river\, and a water slide: campers get free admission. \nWhat’s Included\n\nCampsite and firewood\nFood for Day 1 dinner\, Day 2 breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner. Day 3 breakfast and lunch.\nEducation about our local history and nature\nVery welcoming and supportive guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nFood for Day 1: lunch (please bring a sacked lunch! There are limited options to buy food along our route)\nSnacks during the ride to camp\nBowls\, cups\, spoons\, forks – bring your own to avoid waste:)\n\nAdding a Donation to Your Ticket Price to Support Other Families\nThe base ticket price for this event is kept low with the majority of it going to cover the cost of the campsites\, food\, and supplies. The guides are all volunteers as OOFD is mainly volunteer run. \nSo when checking out\, please consider the ticket price add-ons and pay what you can to either help grow OOFD and our programs as well as help us provide these incredibly low ticket prices to keep our rides\, prices\, and organization radically inclusive. \nAbout the Guides\nOur guides are part of a community of volunteers that believe in adventure and helping others find adventure right out our front door. They exude a welcoming\, supportive\, and inclusive spirit which are foundational values at OOFD. They have love and appreciation for their home and like sharing knowledge about that home with others\, thus helping the riders to develop a stronger sense of gratitude for our local history and nature. \nThe guides will be set with the route and an extensive script about the area you’ll be riding through with intentionally chosen breakpoints along the way. \nThey are more than someone to follow on the ride. They are trained and will be there to encourage and support you as well as support with mechanicals that may arise. \nTransfer/Refund/Cancellation Policy\nParticipant Cancellation: No Refunds. By registering\, you acknowledge and agree there will not be a refund if you cancel or do not show up for the event. Tickets cannot be resold. \nTransfers: You can transfer three days before the event. You can only transfer to an event in the same calendar year. Fill out this transfer form at least three days before your ride departs\, and we will follow up in a week or less with instructions on how to register for your new event. Contact us if you have any issues. \nOrganizer Cancellation: Full Refund | Nobody wants an event to be canceled. In the rare circumstance the organizer cancels the event at their discretion\, registered participants will receive a full refund. To date\, this organization has canceled minimal events. \nWeather and Rain: We do not cancel an event for rain\, storm\, or any other weather. We ride rain or shine. Chicago weather is typically passing\, if the weather requires\, we will pause the ride and wait in a sheltered space then continue biking. Some of the best views of the lake and greenery on the trails are after a rainstorm. \nRadical Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Agreement\nThis is included in your registration form. Showing up with a welcoming and inclusive spirit is crucial and expected of everyone that rides with us. \nBike Camping Packing Checklist and Tips\n  \nThis event is part of Bikepacking Root’s Community Event Calendar\, where we share bikepacking events across the US and Canada. Bikepacking Roots is not involved in the hosting of this event unless otherwise noted. Please reach out to the organizer for more information. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/family-overnight-to-shannona-with-out-our-front-door-in-south-holland-il/
LOCATION:Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Featured Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260709T235248Z
CREATED:20250528T211921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T235248Z
UID:70706-1784246400-1784505599@bikepackingroots.org
SUMMARY:Intermediate Overnighter with Slow Spokes in Missoula\, Montana (Registration Closed)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”71537″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_row_inner el_class=”TeammateContent”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nBegin: 2:00 July 17th @ Soil Cycle\nReturn: Around 4:00pm June 19th \nLottery Oepn: June 5th @10am \nLottery Close: June 12th @11:59pm \nDistance: ~140 mi round trip\nElevation: ~5000 ft\nSurface: gravel + pavement\nExperience: Intermediate \nRequired gear: Helmet\, bear spray\, water\, food\, snacks \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/intermediate-overnighter-with-slow-spokes-in-missoula-montana/
LOCATION:Missoula\, Montana
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
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SUMMARY:Flagstaff Lady Shredders Beginner Bikepacking Trip (full - waitlist available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”74636″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nJoin us for our 4th annual Flagstaff Lady Shredders beginner Bikepacking Overnight!WHEN: July 18th to July 19th\nWHERE: Flagstaff Bike Revolution\nTIME: 0900. Wheels roll 0930!\nEnd: 7/19 Mother Road Brewery\nThe Route: https://strava.app.link/iTAUJiG5F3bMUST RSVP! 20 spots available and fill up fast: Allisoncami2025@gmail.comDo you want to try bikepacking but don’t know where to start? Join us! We have 20 spots available for women\, NB\, and women identifying riders. Our beginner bikepacking trip is 70 miles\, about 35 miles per day. This ride is fully self supported. Bring all your own food\, water\, supplies\, and gear. NO DROP! We will stop frequently to regroup\, chat\, eat snacks\, and adjust gear.Camping will be near a lake or down the road if those spots are full. Resupply option available on day two for snacks and drinks.The bike: gravel bike\, hardtail\, or squishy bike. Road bikes not recommended.More information to come at registration. We look forward to riding with you! \n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Bikepacking Root’s Community Event Calendar\, where we share bikepacking events across the US and Canada. Bikepacking Roots is not involved in the hosting of this event unless otherwise noted. Please reach out to the organizer for more information.  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/flagstaff-lady-shredders-beginner-bikepacking-trip-full-waitlist-available/
LOCATION:Flagstaff Bicycle Revolution\, 3 South Mikes Pike\, Flagstaff\, AZ\, 86001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Featured Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260716T220623Z
CREATED:20260716T220623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T220623Z
UID:74744-1784332800-1784505599@bikepackingroots.org
SUMMARY:Sandy Shores Overnight from Chicago to Illinois Beach State Park with Out Our Front door
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”74745″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_column_text css=””] \nRide Specifics\nMileage: Day 1: 52 Miles | Day 2: 52 miles \nSupport: Self supported – you carry all of your own camping gear on your own bike. No vehicle support. \nLodging: Tent (camping gear not provided). We will stay at Illinois Beach State Park (IL DNR) located at 1 Lake Front Dr\, Zion\, IL 60099 (map). \nPace: 12-15mph \nTrail/Route: Paved road with minimal gravel incorporated and possible snow. \nAge: Mainly an adult ride (21+) though we are piloting a new concept with this ride (and the SWMI ride) this year. If a parent or guardian has a young person (14+ years old) that may be looking for a bigger challenge beyond our family overnight rides\, they are welcome to ride with us on this ride. Their parent or guardian must ride along with them. Its important to understand that this is a ride geared towards adults and there will be maybe only one or two people on the ride that are younger than 21 years old. It would be ideal if the adult has ridden on one of our adult overnights beforehand so they have an idea of what our rides are like. And since this is a new idea we are piloting\, we will look for your feedback after the event. \nTrip Description\nJoin us for a meandering ramble far down the shores of the mighty lake Michigan. Spend the night around a campfire and under the stars at Illinois Beach State Park ( Illinois’s most uninterrupted shoreline). Roll on trails used for 100s of years and end up on the world-famous Chicago Lakefront path as we end our journey in the great city of Chicago. \nWhat’s Included\n\nCampsite and firewood\nFood for Day 1 dinner and Day 2 breakfast\nEducation about our local history and nature\nReally nice and supportive guides\n\nWhat’s Not Included\n\nFood for Day 1 lunch\nFood for Day 2 lunch\nSnacks\n*We will stop at designated restaurants where you can buy your lunch\n\nAbout the Guides\nOur guides are part of a community of volunteers that believe in adventure and helping others find adventure right out our front door. They exude a welcoming\, supportive\, and inclusive spirit which are foundational values at OOFD. They have love and appreciation for their home and like sharing knowledge about that home with others\, thus helping the riders to develop a stronger sense of gratitude for our local history and nature. \nThe guides will be set with the route and an extensive script about the area you’ll be riding through with intentionally chosen breakpoints along the way. \nThey are more than someone to follow on the ride. They are trained and will be there to encourage and support you as well as support with mechanicals that may arise. \nTransfer/Refund/Cancellation Policy\nParticipant Cancellation: No Refunds. By registering\, you acknowledge and agree there will not be a refund if you cancel or do not show up for the event. Tickets cannot be resold. \nTransfers: You can transfer three days before the event. You can only transfer to an event in the same calendar year. Fill out this transfer form at least three days before your ride departs\, and we will follow up in a week or less with instructions on how to register for your new event. Contact us if you have any issues. \nOrganizer Cancellation: Full Refund | Nobody wants an event to be canceled. In the rare circumstance the organizer cancels the event at their discretion\, registered participants will receive a full refund. To date\, this organization has canceled minimal events. \nWeather and Rain: We do not cancel an event for rain\, storm\, or any other weather. We ride rain or shine. Chicago weather is typically passing\, if the weather requires\, we will pause the ride and wait in a sheltered space then continue biking. Some of the best views of the lake and greenery on the trails are after a rainstorm. \nRadical Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Agreement\nThis is included in your registration form. Showing up with a welcoming and inclusive spirit is crucial and expected of everyone that rides with us. \n  \n  \nThis event is part of Bikepacking Root’s Community Event Calendar\, where we share bikepacking events across the US and Canada. Bikepacking Roots is not involved in the hosting of this event unless otherwise noted. Please reach out to the organizer for more information. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/sandy-shores-overnight-from-chicago-to-illinois-beach-state-park-with-out-our-front-door/
LOCATION:Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Featured Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260709T234108Z
CREATED:20260709T233925Z
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UID:74140-1784332800-1784505599@bikepackingroots.org
SUMMARY:Unitas Overnighter with RAR Salt Lake City
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”73988″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_column_text css=””] \nknow what’s better than riding bikes in the Uintas? \nnot having to drive home immediately afterward 🏕️✨ \nJoin us July 18–19 for a mountain bike overnighter featuring two route options\, dispersed camping\, and a weekend spent with good people in one of Utah’s best mountain ranges. \nIntermediate riders\, this one’s for you 🤜🤛 \nCarpooling encouraged. Spots capped at 15. Link in bio. 🚵🏕️✨ \nMeet point: Yellow Pine Trailhead 🌲 \nMore details about camping location will be sent in an email to you upon signing up! 📧 Lets hit the mountains! \n  \nThis event is part of Bikepacking Root’s Community Event Calendar\, where we share bikepacking events across the US and Canada. Bikepacking Roots is not involved in the hosting of this event unless otherwise noted. Please reach out to the organizer for more information.  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/unitas-overnighter-with-rar-salt-lake-city/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Featured Events
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