VALUES

Fun: We create a safe and fun space for kids to be kids.

Mentorship: We invest in the youth now. 

Resilience: We model positive failure.

Inclusiveness: We create the opportunity for all to experience a genuine outdoor experience by building nurturing environments for all youth to thrive.

Stewardship: We foster respect and responsibility for the lands we get to play on.

Camaraderie: We build relationships by tackling challenges together.

Kindness: We encourage positive self-talk. 

Community: We prioritize creating partnerships and collaborating towards a common goal for the broader community. 

Testimonials

"There are so many benefits to Summer Hub that simply can't be measured. This was the week my kids had been counting down to: a free evening to zone out on screens. Instead they spent hours riding bikes up and down the road, recording little adventures and then crowding together inside to watch them back. They forgot all about the screens. They chose the bikes. They chose each other. One of my kids wouldn't get on a bike at all not so long ago. But a gentle nudge from your team, framed as a challenge instead of a request, turned out to be exactly what she needed."  — "Katy Wall, Foster Parent of DEVO Summer Hub Participant"

High Desert Devo has a beautiful mission: empowering Southwest Colorado youth through cycling, mentorship, and time out on our public lands. This summer, you brought that gift to every single one of our age groups, meeting kids where they were with bike lessons at the park, out on the trail, and around town. New skills, real confidence, a lot of sweat, and the pure joy of riding with friends...that is the kind of experience that builds not just better cyclists but healthier, more confident, more connected kids for life. 

-Katie McClure - Director Mancos United (referring to HD DEVO’s work with the Mancos Summer Hub day-camp program)

“This will be my daughter Shannon’s 4th year riding with High Desert Devo. She started at age 10 with little to no riding experience. Just within the first few practices, I could see her confidence growing and her technique improving. Now going into her 4th year, she’s excited about advancing her skills and being part of one of the all girls teams this year! Every coach involved in Devo has been amazing and encouraging. The scholarship program has made this possible for Shannon. Without it she most likely would not have been able to participate. In my opinion, High Desert Devo is one of the best programs offered for kids in our area!” Thanks HD Devo! — Tree Murphy — (Parent)

“Coaching with High Desert Devo has deepened my connection with the mountain biking community and inspires our next generation of riders. It’s been an honor to guide and raise the next generation of cyclists, watching them grow and thrive with each session.” — Erin Kuhlman — (Coach)

"I coach with DEVO year after year because of the deep joy I receive from playing a role in a young person’s growth. It’s in that moment they realize they can get past that obstacle they were intimidated by, the moment a big smile appears on their face from the freedom they feel when they allow themselves to let go and just flow through the downhill, and the moments when they check in on their teammates to ask how they are feeling or cheer them on through a tough spot. I am grateful to be a part of their growth, helping them along their journey of realizing just how powerful they truly are. The skills we learn while mountain biking are directly transferable to obstacles and experiences we may face in life. " — Emma Savely — (Coach)