Several Scouts have been working towards earning their Cycling merit badge, and it has been a very fun and learning experience.
We began with learning all about our bikes, safety, and the rules of the road. Once we were familiar with those, we set out on different trails, and began with 2 and 5 mile rides. As we improved, and built up endurance, we began taking 8, 10, and 25 mile rides.
There are definitely trails that I liked better than others. My nickname is now “Crash” because of a bad spill I took on a 10 mile hike, but my fellow scouts were there to pick me up and encourage me to continue.
We are now preparing for our final bike ride that will be 50 miles long. I never thought I would be able to make it this far, but I’ve proved myself wrong!

Dylan