LET'S RIDE!

Thanks for the reminder, MICL! We heard you loud and clear, you want to RIDE more this year. We don't know about you, but when we are out on our bikes we are happier, nicer, stronger versions of ourselves.

Our challenge to you for BIKE MONTH: get out and share the joy of riding by smiling and greeting everyone you encounter. You can even make it a competition with your friends by keeping track of who gets the most smiles or waves in return!

Shout-out to Callum M from Springfield, who wants to "ride with his big brother before he goes off to college." Look for a bike cleaning kit coming your way soon! Thank you to everyone who responded to our April challenge.

RIDE ON, friends!

-Annie and Chris

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STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL

Do you care more about serving others and sharing the fun than standing on top of a podium?

The MICL is looking for Ambassadors who are 100% committed to living, breathing, promoting and generally exemplifying the NICA mission and core values. Not just at NICA practice and events, we are looking for students who are willing to be active NICA ambassadors in their region and who are committed to engaging with as many community members as possible to promote the mission and activities of the MICL.

Required Activities:

Be a spokesperson for NICA in your local mountain bike community and be an active supporter of your local trails.
Listen to and serve as a representative of all students in your region, not just your teammates.
Provide feedback to the league directors by attending virtual meetings and Saturday lunches at league events.
Write thank you notes to land managers and league sponsors throughout the season.
Work with the league media team to create at least 3 NICA stories per season.
Serve as a community leader at league events through the following activities: work with the race announcer to interview other student athletes, coordinate cheering and support all athletes, and help guide event teardown under the supervision of the race staff.

If this sounds like you, please apply before May 15th using the form below:

Apply Here

KEY DATES:

7/1/2023 Regular Season and Team Practices begin

8/15/2023 Student Athlete Race Registration CLOSES*

* Student athletes who register after this date may participate in team activities but not race events.

Please REGISTER EARLY!

Remember, students and coaches may only participate in ONE practice or pre-season event before they must register for the season.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Contact your head coach or team director to get an email invitation!

Find a team

Ready to get started?

Check out www.missourimtb.org/students/ for more information!

Interested in Coaching or Volunteering this season?

Meet the McDonald County Mustangs!

Check out their inspiring story in this new video! You'll discover how this tight-knit community is making a big impact on their small town through the power of mountain biking. From building new trails to empowering local youth, the Mustangs are breaking boundaries and achieving success on and off the bike. Join us as we discover the inspiring story of the McDonald County Mustangs and their incredible journey towards progress.

Meet the Mustangs!

#MOKidsOnBikes

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