Teens Biking to Destinations (TBD) is a free bike education program for middle and high school students in Thurston County. Through hands-on activities and group rides on neighborhood streets, students learn basic bicycle safety, handling skills, and maintenance. The program curriculum, developed by Cascade Bicycle Club, is built on the idea that bicycles can be vehicles for transformation as well as for transportation. The program aims to provide a foundation for youth in their growth on and off the bike. To better equip participants, those who complete the program are eligible to receive a new bike, helmet, lock, and set of lights.
Our Teens Biking to Destinations program is funded with a grant from WSDOT and is administered by Cascade Bicycle Club. The funding comes from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.
2026 Fall After School Program Information
- Nisqually Middle School, Sept. 17 to Nov. 19, Thursdays from 4 to 6:30 p.m. for students who will be attending middle school in fall of 2026.
- Salish Middle School, Sept.16 to Dec. 2, Wednesdays. From Sept. 16 through Sept. 30, we will meet from 4 to 6:30 p.m., and from Oct. 7 to Dec. 2., we will meet from 3 - 5:30 p.m.
- Jefferson Middle School, Sept. 16 to Nov. 18, Wednesdays from 3 to 5:30 p.m.
- Komachin Middle School, Sept. 22 to Nov. 20, Tuesdays from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
- Black Hills High School, Sept. 18 to Nov. 20, Fridays 1:15 to 3:45 p.m.
How Do I Sign Up
Students can pick up and return completed registration forms to their school’s front office. There is limited space, so students are encouraged to turn in their registration form as soon as possible.
Who Can Sign Up
The program is intended to serve youth facing barriers to transportation and bicycle ownership. Registration is open to all students attending the school where the program is being offered who have not previously participated in the Teens Biking to Destinations program. All skills and abilities are encouraged, but students who don’t currently know how to ride a bicycle need to attend a Learn to Ride Class before their session starts. For more information or to schedule a Learn to Ride Class, email walknroll@intercitytransit.com.
2026 Fall Bike Camp Information
Fall Bike camp is on Saturdays Oct. 31 through Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Avanti High School. All youth who attend middle or high school and live in Thurston County are welcome to sign up. Email us at walknroll@intercitytransit.com to register. Youth of all skills and abilities are encouraged to participate, although those who do not know how to ride a bike must complete a Learn to Ride class before the session begins. Don’t know how to ride yet? Send us an email at walknroll@intercitytransit.com to schedule a Learn to Ride class.