Our story

Hi! I’m Dawn Cooper, and I founded Boneshaker Adventures in 2015 with the goal of providing transformative mountain biking programs that inspire personal growth and confidence.

The idea for Boneshaker Adventures began as an ambitious vision to combine my passion for education, mountain biking, and nature in a way that would positively impact my community. Born and raised in Grand Junction, Colorado, my challenging childhood, combined with my career in education, deeply influenced my desire to create a space where children could find the mentorship I wish I had during my own youth. From the beginning, my focus has been on empowering riders both on and off the bike, helping them build resilience, leadership skills, and a connection to the outdoors.

Over the past decade, Boneshaker Adventures has grown into a thriving organization that offers a wide range of dynamic mountain biking programs for both youth and adults. Each year, we serve hundreds of children through engaging, growth-oriented programs, including after-school instruction, summer camps, and a high school mentorship initiative designed to help adolescents become confident, compassionate leaders. For adult riders, we provide customizable private and small-group lessons, skills clinics tailored to all ability levels, and community-building retreats that bring riders together in a supportive and enriching environment.

We are proud of the strong local partnerships we have built and remain dedicated to expanding and improving our programs to better serve the community. It is an honor to share our passion for mountain biking with others, and we look forward to many more adventures ahead. See you on the trail!