The Tour de Frederick cycling event, was created in 2010 by the founder of Spokes Magazine, Neil Sandler, to bring the cycling community together for camaraderie and to showcase the beauty of Frederick County through scenic bicycle rides. As part of his philanthropic spirit, Neil invited Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County (BGCFC) to participate through volunteer assistance and as the charitable beneficiary of the event proceeds. Tour de Frederick offers routes from 10 to 100 miles for all abilities. This is the largest fundraiser for the BGCFC, the premier youth development organization providing children with the highest quality programs and opportunities for success. The mission of the BGCFC is to enable all youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as responsible, productive, caring citizens.
In 2016, The Rotary Club of Carroll Creek (RCCC) formed an informal partnership with Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County, Inc., to support the demands of this growing event. On June 12, 2017, Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County and Rotary Club of Carroll Creek formally established a new and separate non-profit organization to promote and manage the Tour de Frederick cycling event, and carry it forward for many years to come.
Each year, a group of young people ride with staff and volunteers through out the summer in preparation for the Tour de Frederick. Club Riders Team is an exciting program for your child to spend time this summer. Our action-packed summer rides will start at Burck Street and snake through Frederick City. A team of staff and dedicated cycling volunteers will join the Club Riders. During their sessions they will learn cycling basics, road safety, maneuvering lanes & intersections and the ABC’s of cycling (Air, Brakes & Chains). Each session will end with lunch at the Club. The experience will culminate with participation in the Tour de Frederick, August 11th. Our summer program is an affordable way for kids to make friends, learn new things and just have fun!
Contact the Club for more information about the Club Riders at 301-600-1875 or johns@bgcfc.org.
In 2016, The Rotary Club of Carroll Creek (RCCC) formed an informal partnership with Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County, Inc., to support the demands of this growing event. On June 12, 2017, Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County and Rotary Club of Carroll Creek formally established a new and separate non-profit organization to promote and manage the Tour de Frederick cycling event, and carry it forward for many years to come.
Each year, a group of young people ride with staff and volunteers through out the summer in preparation for the Tour de Frederick. Club Riders Team is an exciting program for your child to spend time this summer. Our action-packed summer rides will start at Burck Street and snake through Frederick City. A team of staff and dedicated cycling volunteers will join the Club Riders. During their sessions they will learn cycling basics, road safety, maneuvering lanes & intersections and the ABC’s of cycling (Air, Brakes & Chains). Each session will end with lunch at the Club. The experience will culminate with participation in the Tour de Frederick, August 11th. Our summer program is an affordable way for kids to make friends, learn new things and just have fun!
Contact the Club for more information about the Club Riders at 301-600-1875 or johns@bgcfc.org.