# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ride Leader Training with NWTA - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Ever wanted to help support NWTA's group rides? Interested in building your leadership skills out on the trails? Join us!About this EventHave you ever volunteered to lead a group ride and found yourself in over your head?Unsure how to manage multiple skill levels and puzzled by what to do when riders go different paces?Have you wanted to sweep a mountain bike race, but wished you had more background going into it?Ever wanted to help with a group ride and wondered if you’re a “good enough” rider?NWTA’s Ride Leader Training helps prepare you to confidently lead and sweep group rides–like Good GRVL! or Good Dirt! with River City Bicycles–and teaches you to anticipate the types of things that happen when folks ride in groups.This class is for anyone who wants to share their love for the trails with others and is looking to gain experience to lead or sweep a ride. During this class we will help prepare you to host a ride as a volunteer ride leader or sweep rider (a leader who picks up the rear and troubleshoots problems). We’ll cover basic preparation, how to plan your ride, important considerations for the day, and how to assess whether your riders are up for the trail you have in mind.You will also learn how to accurately describe the trail, how to pace your group, and communication expectations for the ride. We will discuss the difference between a skills instructor and a ride leader, review important safety considerations, and practice skills to help you monitor your riders, as well as what to do if something unexpected happens along the way!Rider Experience: beginner to advanced! You don’t have to be an advanced or even intermediate to lead a ride!Bike: For this class, you may bring a mountain bike, hybrid or e-bike in good working condition with tires suitable for dirt trails. No kickstands or street/smooth tires. Flat pedals are recommended but not required. Fenders are OK as long as they don’t make noise or interfere with the seat, because we may move the seat up and down for some of the skills.Required Gear:-A properly fitting helmet in good condition and is less than 5 years old.-Water bottle and snacks-Clothing appropriate for the weather-Tools for moving the seat up and down if necessary-Pack to carry layers, snacks, tools and waterRecommended Gear:-Full fingered gloves-Knee and elbow protection-Eye protection-Tools and supplies to change a flat tireA note on cost and volunteer commitment: NWTA is offering this training to our members free of charge, with the expectation that participants will seek out at least two opportunities to lead or sweep NWTA social rides in the 2026 riding season.For more information, please contact Eric Oliver at erico@nw-trail.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/scappoose/ride-leader-training-with-nwta/100001986350690386 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, sports, volunteering - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Scappoose - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: Rocky Point Mountain Bike Trail Network - **lat**: 45.6965421 - **long**: -122.8886196 - **full address**: Rocky Point Mountain Bike Trail Network, 23999 Rocky Point Road, Scappoose, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ride Leader Training with NWTA - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/fea9d9aaeb84d929dad1742cca80a0540db6294074a56c3caf9375191b3dc859-rimg-w640-h480-dc32452f-gmir.jpg?v=1775454485 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ride Leader Training with NWTA being held? - **A:** Ride Leader Training with NWTA takes place on Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Rocky Point Mountain Bike Trail Network, 23999 Rocky Point Road, Scappoose, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Ride Leader Training with NWTA? - **A:** Ride Leader Training with NWTA is organized by Northwest Trail Alliance. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ride Leader Training with NWTA is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Scappoose, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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