MONTGOMERY, Ala. October 29, 2025
Montgomery Whitewater is proud to announce its first collaboration with Birmingham-based
Lakeshore Foundation to host Everyone Can Ride – Youth Adaptive Cycling Event on Saturday, November 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Montgomery Whitewater. The event will be run by a Birmingham- based organization,
Little Hammies, whose mission is to is to disconnect kids from screens and provide fun experiences on bikes.
Designed for children ages 12 and under, Everyone Can Ride offers a fun and inclusive cycling experience where kids of all abilities can participate. Young riders will have the chance to develop skills, take warm-up laps, and enjoy a friendly race around a half-mile course. Adaptive cycles will be provided by Lakeshore Foundation for children with disabilities, ensuring that every participant has a way to join the ride.
“This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for both organizations,” said Jason Wilson, Executive Director of Montgomery Whitewater. “We’re building a platform for inclusive outdoor recreation where every child—regardless of ability—can experience the joy of movement, confidence, and community in the outdoors.”
Lakeshore Foundation, a national leader in adaptive sports and recreation, brings decades of experience in empowering people of all abilities through physical activity and wellness.
“We hosted our first Little Hammies event last year and recently hosted a second race this summer. It was so wonderful to see children of all ability levels race, laugh, and play together,” said Chris Thomason, Chief Advancement Officer at Lakeshore. “Since our earliest days, Lakeshore has been about fitness, health and inclusion. This event fits our mission so well.”
As the first of several planned collaborations between the two organizations, Everyone Can Ride reflects a shared commitment to expanding adaptive outdoor recreation opportunities across Alabama and the Southeast. The partnership aims to develop future programs at Montgomery Whitewater, including cycling, paddling, and other outdoor adventure experiences tailored for disabled and nondisabled individuals of all ages.
Participants can register through Little Hammies, with entry fees of $15 per rider and an optional $25 coaching session beginning at 9:00 a.m. Adaptive riders may receive a scholarship to participate by emailing Kevin Orr at the Lakeshore Foundation at:
kevino@lakeshore.org.
Race categories are divided by age group (3 & under, 4–6, 7–9, and 10–12), and medals will be awarded to top finishers.
Following the races, families are invited to stay and explore Montgomery Whitewater’s Olympic-caliber facility—home to one of the nation’s premier whitewater and adventure centers.
Event Details
- What: Everyone Can Ride – Youth Adaptive Cycling Event
- When: Saturday, November 8 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- Where: Montgomery Whitewater
- Registration: Available through Little Hammies website
- Adaptive Rider Scholarship: contact Kevin Orr, Lakeshore Foundation: kevino@lakeshore.org
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About Lakeshore Foundation
With roots dating back to 1925, Lakeshore Foundation, a Birmingham, Ala. nonprofit organization, has emerged as a world leader in health promotion, research, fitness, recreation, and sports advocacy for people with a disability, veterans, seniors and parasport activities. As a U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site, Lakeshore is home to the Lakeshore National Adapted Sports Organization (LNASO) which serves as the National Governing Body for USA Wheelchair Rugby, US Para Powerlifting and Boccia United States. For more information on Lakeshore Foundation, visit
www.lakeshore.org .
About Montgomery Whitewater
Named one of TIME Magazine’s World’s Greatest Places, Montgomery Whitewater is a world-class outdoor recreation destination featuring an Olympic-standard whitewater course, land-based adventures, and community-focused programming. Serving as a catalyst for economic development, tourism, and quality-of-life improvements in the region, Montgomery Whitewater hosts events, competitions, and activities for all ages and skill levels year-round. Owned by the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District, the Park was conceived and developed as a large-scale public-private investment to drive economic growth and provide health-focused recreation and employment opportunities. More information is available at
Montgomerywhitewater.com.
Media Contacts:
Montgomery Whitewater
Megan McKenzie
334.221.0408
megan@montgomerywhitewater.com
Lakeshore Foundation:
Terry Schrimscher
Terrys@lakeshore.org
