Welcome to Adventure Bike Camp at Oaks, PA with Arnolds Fun Center
Drop Off & Pick Up at
Arnold's Fun Center, Bowling Entrance 2200 West Drive, Oaks Pennsylvania, 19456 (19460)
Half-Day Camp 9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. *Pick up by 12:15
Full Day Camp 9:00 - 3:00 p.m. Pick up by 3:15
*Lunch at 12:15 - 1:00
Pack a nutritious lunch- or, campers can purchase from Arnold's Fun Center. Choose between 2 slices of pizza and fountain drink or a hot dog with fountain drink for $6.00.
We'll meet at Arnold's Bowling Entrance.
Biking Adventures with the perfect blend of on and off-the-bike games at the adjacent parks along the Perkiomen Trail and the Schuykill River Trail.
Campers will enjoy a perfect blend of arts & crafts, pedaling to and exploring local points of interests like Valley Forge Park, Lock 60, Upper Schuylkill Valley Park Wildlife Sanctuary, and more! We'll do mini-hikes, and creek walks, and learn about local wildlife.
Damp Weather:
Pack a lite-rain slicker and spare socks. We'll hit the trails once the rain stops- but it's always smart to pack spare clothes.
We'll hang indoors until the weather clears.
Severe Weather:
In the case of severe weather, we'll have the best time spending it at Arnold's Fun Center Complex (Movie Theater, Arnold's Fun Center, American Treasures Museum). We'll also have indoor area reserved specifically for Sol Riders, to enjoy board and card games, snack and social time. Campers are welcome to bring along a book or sketchbook if they like. We want camp to be fun regardless of the what nature throws at us.
Also new this year, we've added pods!
Campers will be divided into ride groups based on age and ability.
Campers should be comfortable on their bikes, and ready to ride at Adventure Camp.
No training wheels, please.) Look for a separate program for taking it from four wheels to two.
Ideal for kids ages 6ish - 15ish.
(If your child is 5.5 y.o., with strong cycling skills, and would like to participate- -please reach out to Heather at [email protected] lets chat!)
What else?
Participants will learn about the parts of a bike, and how to properly maintain it.
They'll learn terminology, how the bike works (and why it might not run correctly and how to fix it.)
Campers will learn on-the-bike rules, trail safety and proper riding etiquette.
What To Bring:
Mandatory:
~a well-fitted bike in great condition. Check tires for rot, chains for rust, bolts and screws are tight, brakes work?.
Not quite sure how to check these things? Please bring the bike to a bike shop for a tune up. *A bike that breaks down at camp can be a real bummer. We can't share with you enough the importance of a bike in great working order.
~A well-fitted helmet in great condition
~ Two spare tubes that fits their tires (bike shop)
~A water bottle or hydration pack- or- A small back pack they can ride with and carry everything they need, including snacks and/or lunch if applicable.
~closed-toe shoes secure shoes. No sandals, flip-flops-or crocs. Safety first, please.
~Snacks (none sharing)
~Personal medicine if needed: Inhalers, Epipens..etc.
Highly Recommended:
~protective eyewear
~sunscreen/bug repellent
~bike gloves
~ padded bike shorts (trust us! By day two, campers will be grateful)
Not sure if bike is on great working order?
Please take your bike for a tune up at least once a year- give two weeks for the shop to finish your bike.
Behavior and Rider Policy
Participants MUST:
~ be interested in learning and practicing.
~ arrive ready to listen and follow instructions: Why? SAFETY! Coaches are here to teach and keep participants safe. Participants must be able to follow directions at all times. Biking, regardless of skill level, comes with inherent risks, coaches are there to lead a safe experience. If your child has a one-on-one aid, who is ready to support and ride with their kiddo, great! We're happy to have them! Just reach out to me.
~be respectful and kind to other participants and coaches. (Kind words, and keeping hands and feet to self is expected.)
Incidents will be documented and shared with parent/guardian either in real-time or at pick-up depending on severity of offense. After two incidents, parent or guardian can choose to participate with their child for the reminder of the camp, or, will have to withdraw them. A third incident will result in expulsion from Sol Riders LLC programs. No refunds will be issued in case of withdrawal or expulsion.
Participants COULD:
~bring a backpack with extra socks, clothes, rain slicker or coat (in case of a unexpected weather event)
Half Day Bike Camp $295.00
Full Day Bike Camp $580.00
Pricing includes extra snacks, sweet end of day treats and branded Sol Rider's Swag!
WAIVERS:
Once you are registered, we will send you an email with out Waivers.
*By signing up for one of Sol Riders LLC programs, the parent/guardian of the minor gives permission for the possible use of their image during camp activities, as it may be shared as part of program advertisements. (Print: magazine ads, brochures, postcards, etc. Sol Riders LLC “RidewithSol.com” Website gallery, Social Media posts, etc.)
To opt out, simply email us once you've registered, and we'll be sure to NOT include your child/dependent's image.
Have questions?
Email [email protected]