Thurston County Bicycle Community Challenge

06/27/2025

NOTICE: As the Bicycle Community Challenge becomes more integrated into our WalkNRoll program, we are merging our communications platforms. That means we will be sunsetting this page and reaching out at: https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT
We look forward to seeing you there!

06/24/2025

Join us in celebrating Duncan's 16 years of coordinating the Bicycle Community Challenge!

Thurston County Bicycle Community Challenge

06/17/2025

We need three more youth to register! This is an amazing opportunity for youth to learn bicycle safety skills and get a free bike! This class if for middle and high school students who identify as LGBTQ+ and allies.

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06/06/2025

Registration opens today for our Teens Biking to Destinations Summer Program!

Our Teens Biking to Destinations (TBD) program teaches youth basic bicycle safety, handling skills, and maintenance through hands-on activities and group rides on neighborhood streets. TBD aims to provide a foundation for youth in their growth on and off the bike. To better equip participants, those who complete the program will receive a brand-new bike, helmet, lock, and set of lights.

In partnership with Lacey Parks and Recreation, we are offering a summer session for youth ages 12 to 14, July 21-25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the White House at Woodland Creek Community Park. Registration is free through Lacey Parks and Recreation. This class is open to youth who have not already participated in our TBD program.

Our TBD program is funded with a grant from WSDOT and is administered by Cascade Bicycle Club. The funding comes from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. 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.

City of Lacey Parks

06/06/2025

This Saturday join us for the Great Olympia Bike Rodeo between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Garfield Elementary School! This is a fun, free, and family-friendly event focused on bicycle safety and skills. Whether your child is a new rider or a seasoned cyclist, there’s something for everyone at the rodeo!

- Bike safety checks.
- Helmet fittings.
- Fun riding courses.
- Safety giveaways.
- And more!

The Great Olympia Bike Rodeo is a partnership between Child Care Action Council’s Safe Kids program, Thurston Target Zero, Olympia Police Department, and Walk N Roll.

05/27/2025

We need volunteers to support our growing youth bike education programs!

Interested in becoming a Walk N Roll volunteer and supporting our youth bike education programs? Join us for our Youth Bike Education Volunteer Training on June 23 from 1 to 5 p.m. You will learn how to support group rides and bike handling drills and games. We will go over our program guidelines and safety procedures. Volunteers who complete this training will be invited to support our Earn-A-Bike Classes, Bike Camp, and Teens Biking to Destinations program. If you are interested in participating in the training or have questions, please email us at [email protected].

04/30/2025

It's official! The City of Olympia proclaimed May as Olympia Bike Month at their City Council meeting last night. Thanks for all you do for bicycling, Olympia! City staff listed several major projects going on this spring and summer to improve bike and pedestrian connectivity and safety for all users of our streets.

04/30/2025

Registration for Summer Earn-A-Bike Classes opens April 28th!

Youth will gain confidence riding a bike for fun and transportation! Participants learn bike safety, basic maintenance, and handling skills through hands-on activities and group rides on city streets. The class is open to beginner riders aged 11-15 who already know how to ride. Participants receive a refurbished bike and new helmet to use in class—and keep upon completion! Need help transporting your bike home? Intercity Transit will deliver! Classes meet at Avanti High School, then travel by bike, bus, and Walk N Roll’s van to different ride locations. The cost is $10 with financial assistance available. There are two sessions to choose from July 8-11 or July 15-18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register through Olympia Parks and Recreation.

04/30/2025

Registration for our new youth summer Basic Bike Maintenance Class opens April 28!

Over four classes youth aged 11-15 will learn essential steps of performing a basic bike tune-up. Over the course of the week, participants will become familiar with the parts of a bike, the names and uses of common bike tools, and the skills necessary to keep a bike running smoothly and safely. During class participants will work on a used bicycle provided by Walk N Roll. At the end of the class, students will get to keep the bike they worked on along with a helmet, lock, and set of lights! On Friday, students will put their hard work into practice with a lesson on bicycle safety and handling skill. For the lesson students will ride their very own newly tuned-up bicycle! The Basic Bike Maintenance Class is held July 8-11 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Walk N Roll Educational Bike Shop. Register through Olympia Parks and Recreation.

04/30/2025

04/30/2025

We are excited to introduce a new rotating series of bike maintenance classes! The lineup includes ABC Quick Check, Shifting Gears (gear maintenance), Brake Maintenance, and Fix-a-Flat classes. These beginner level classes will help you gain valuable bike maintenance knowledge to help you care for your bike. Classes are free and held the second Tuesday of the month from 5 to 7 or 8 p.m. (depending on the class topic) at the Walk N Roll Educational Bike Shop. No registration is required, and you are welcome to attend one or all of the classes in the series. Classes are all ages; youth under 13 need to be accompanied by an adult. Our first class will be the ABC Quick Check on May 13. For more information and the class schedule, please check out our calendar!

04/01/2025

There is still room in our April 3 DIY Bike Repair Night! We offer DIY Bike Repair Nights the first Thursday of the month from 5 to 8 p.m. Community members can schedule to come to the Walk N Roll Educational Bike Shop to work on their personal bikes. Participants will have access to professional stands, tools and the knowledge and assistance of Walk N Roll’s bike mechanic volunteers and bicycle mechanic educator.

This is an opportunity to learn how to work on your own bike. We won’t work on it for you, instead we will help you learn while YOU fix your bike. If you are comfortable working alone, you are welcome to use the space and tools independently.

If you would like to reserve a spot at a DIY Repair Night, please email us at [email protected] for more information.