At the Maryland Interscholastic Cycling League (MICL), we’re passionate about giving every teenager in the state a chance to experience the excitement and community of NICA mountain biking. Thanks to the generous support of The Way Foundation, we're thrilled to offer our "Try it Out" program.

We know that many students who are curious about joining a team have never even ridden a mountain bike—some don’t have access to a bike at all. And while our league continues to grow, we're not yet represented in every school across Maryland. On top of that, our female rider numbers are still below NICA’s national average.

The Try it Out program is designed to change that. It gives students a chance to connect with local teams, coaches, and league staff in a relaxed, fun setting. These free events are all about getting more kids on bikes, no pressure—just a good time on the trail.

And yes, it’s totally free to participate. Every student who comes out for a Try it Out ride gets a special commemorative t-shirt—something to wear proudly and show they gave mountain biking a shot with the MICL.