Outdoor adventure event management and promotion company
01/10/2024
Introducing DK 🎉 FUN FRIDAYS 🎉 through October!!! Why? Because it sounds like a cool idea and this is the month of dressing up in ridiculous outfits (Halloween, duh!!) 👻
Here’s the deal: Post or send in a photo every FRIDAY this month of you in your “Fun Shirt” of the week and enter a chance to win a free entry into our upcoming Winter Training Series (DKWTS) 😺
All info is in the graphic below along with a weekly theme schedule because you know we LOVE a theme 👇
🌺 10/4 - Hawaiian Shirt Day
🐾 10/11 - Pawsitive Shirt Day
🐱 10/18 - Animal Shirt Day
🍁 10/25 - Flannel Shirt Day
ℹ️ Post your look each Friday in October, tag and use
06/05/2024
Basecamp Frederick Lodge is open and ready to book for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2024 🏡
Basecamp Frederick Lodge
18/03/2024
Word on the gravel is that DKGR reg opens tonight and we’ve got something new in the works: Deluxe Supreme Purrito Adventure 🙀
“Welcome to the ultimate gravel cycling experience, brought to you by Mid-Atlantic Gravel, Travel & Dirt. Join us for a gravel lover’s dream ride through the beautiful countryside and green forests of northern Pennsylvania. This five-day tour includes four days of supported riding, plus catered meals shared with fellow cyclists and plenty of opportunities to relax and explore local history and culture.”
✔️Women’s Weekend: May 30th - June 3rd
✔️GRUSK Takeover: June 5th - June 9th
Every year, we contribute to various organizations, groups, and non-profits in our area, where we host events, and around the country that we believe do good things to support people in the community 💜
This past year in 2023, we were able to make donations to a number of groups thanks to our event participants, team members, and supporters 🙏
💟 To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA) To Write Love On Her Arms.
💟 Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia
💟 SAFE - Services to Abused Families (Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock Counties)
💟 Culpeper Area Mountain Bike Organization (CAMBO)
💟 MidAtlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE) Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts - MORE
💟 St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
💟 Heartly House - Frederick Heartly House
13/12/2023
Last Christmas my bike fell apart
The very next day, I gave it away
This year, I got some new gear
I’ll give it to someone special ❤️
Once ridden and twice shy
I’ll go the distance
Feel the burn in my thigh,
Tell me baby, did I lose all my gains?
Well not again this winter because I’m gonna train! ❄️
Dirty Kitten Gravel - a winter competition
Ride inside or outside with or without mittens
Any bike, any situation
So sign up now
And come & join this winter’s Dirty Kitten! 😺
Last Christmas my bike fell apart
The very next day, I gave it away
This year, I got some new gear
I’ll give it to someone special ❤️
We’ve got motivation
All throughout the winter
For expert riders & for the beginners
Who will be there to answer all your queries?
The people of the Dirty Kitten Winter Training Series! 🙌
Last Christmas my bike fell apart
The very next day, I gave it away
This year, I got some new gear
I’ll give it to someone special…
I’ll give it to ME! 🎁
🎵 Original song by WHAM!
Parody lyrics & music by .ambler (aka “Kazoo Kid”) with help from
📣 ATTENTION: We will be giving away 2 tickets to see Joe Satriani & Steve Vai at the Warner Theatre, DC on April 11, 2024 as part of DKWTS 🎸
Thank you to for helping to make this happen and supporting our events. Visit their website for a full list of artists and 2024 show dates: www.entouragetalent.com
More info about this concert ticket giveaway coming soon!!! 🙌
09/10/2023
In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we respectfully & gratefully acknowledge the Native Peoples whose historical land we use for our events in Central Virginia 🌾
“When the first colonists arrived in Jamestowne in 1607, they immediately met with Indian people on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. These Indians belonged to a vast Powhatan autocracy and spoke Algonquian languages. In the piedmont and mountain regions of this area lived Siouan Indians of the Monacan and Mannahoac tribes, arranged in a confederation ranging from the Roanoke River Valley to the Potomac River, and from the Fall Line at Richmond and Fredericksburg west through the Blue Ridge Mountains.” - Monacan Indian Nation Website (www.monacannation.com)
From the historical data that has been found, it is understood that the Manahoac Confederacy extended throughout “what became Orange County (1734 to within its final boundaries). The earliest written account of their presence was in 1440. The Manahoacs were a hunting, gathering and farming people with nine known (recorded) tribal communities. Most of their communities were situated along waterways. Their closest neighbors were the Monacans, and the much larger and more powerful Powhatan Confederacy.” - James Madison Museum of Orange County Heritage
“The region now to be considered, part of the ancient country of the Manahoac, extends westward from the falls of the Rappahannock at Fredericksburg, up the valley of the Rappahannock to Kellys Ford, and along the Rapidan from its mouth to near Mortons Ford.” - Smithsonian Institution
"It's like being a kid again: Riding for the sole purpose of fun & adventure" - DKGC Participant April 23, 2023 So...What’s a “Gralley Cat”? Think Gravel Grinder + Alley Cat. An “alleycat” is an unsanctioned, informal, underground bike race that traditionally takes place in cities and urba...
19/04/2023
💥NEW EPISODE DROP💥
Dirty Kitten Radio "Cat Chat" Episode 17: Endurance Training & Racing with Coach Crystal Anthony 🎙️
Alex chats with her Coach and Liv Pro Cyclist, Crystal J Anthony, about endurance training & racing, nutrition dos and don'ts, race mishaps, teaching overseas, almost qualifying for the Olympics, and what it takes to become a Pro 🚴♀️
Coach Crystal's Endurance Training Tips: Build a big engine (base training); Ride with friends & explore new places (make it fun); Keep your easy days easy and your hard days hard; Spend time planning where and when to do a workout; Don't compare yourself to others; Focus on rewarding and internal goals (i.e. getting more out of yourself; improving skills; overcoming fears; becoming stronger, more savvy, and more confident); Nutrition is a huge part of endurance training and racing so don't ignore it! 😋
Visit Coach Crystal's website and social media pages for training tips, coaching info, and fun recipes: www.crystaljanthony.com (Crystal Anthony Coaching) 💪
Dirty Kitten Radio "Cat Chat" Episode #17: Endurance Training & Racing with Coach Crystal Anthony. Alex chats with her Coach and Pro/Elite cyclist, Crystal J Anthony, about endurance training & racing, nutrition dos and don'ts, race mishaps, teaching overseas, almost qualifying for the Olympics, and...
31/01/2023
CAT CAMP 2023 reg is open!!!! 🙌 March 30-April 2, 2023
“Road, gravel, and a side of mountain bike” 🤘
This year's Cat Camp is open to any WTFNB rider interested in attending. More info can be found on our website or in the Event Notes on our BikeReg page (link in bio) ➡️ www.dirtykittengravel.com/catcamp
There are 30 spots available on a first-come-first-served basis. Spread the word and tell your friends! 😸
13/01/2023
THANK YOU to our 2023 DKWTS Event Partners for their support and generosity 💜 All participants will have the chance to win a FREE entry into 1 of these events, as well as our Dirty Kitten Gravel events: DKGC + DKGR 🙌 Stay tuned!
Check out these great events and tell us which are your favorites…
06/01/2023
✨NEW YEAR PHOTO SALE✨
Dirty Kitten Gravel turns 5️⃣ in 2023! In celebration of our 5th Anniversary, Bruce Buckley (world-class event photographer and professional ATV driver) is offering 30% OFF all 2022 Dirty Kitten Gravel event photos on his website through Sunday, Jan 8th 📸
Visit our DKG event photo galleries (link below and in stories). Use code RIDEDIRTY23 at checkout for your discount 👍
Sending out the last of our 2022 Dirty Kitten donations today. As we head into the new year, let us remember that not everyone is joyous during this time. Sending peace, love, and light to all those who need it 💜
In November of 2020, a good friend of mine (Rose) took her own life. I received the devastating news from my mother who had been close with Rose and her family. Of course, it was a shock, but (sadly) it wasn’t a surprise as Rose had struggled with mental health issues for most of her life. Some knew about this and others didn’t.
Rose was a brilliant, intelligent, gifted woman who loved adventure and was always seeking out new challenges through her career as a scientist and engineer to her hobbies which ranged from horseback riding to kayaking, hiking, and fishing. She once traveled across the world to Mongolia to participate in the Mongol Derby touted as the “Longest & Toughest Horse Race in the World” (hosted by The Equestrianists).
Hidden under all of her s***k and bravado, however, was a woman struggling with depression and anxiety among other mental health battles. Rose had her demons and although they could be quelled, they were never eradicated. When the pandemic hit, she struggled with the isolation and decided to end it all a few weeks after her birthday in the fall of 2020.
When I got the news, I broke down. I cried for Rose, for her family, and for everyone in her life who wanted so badly to help her. I cried because I felt like a bad friend: I should have done more, said more, tried harder, etc. At a loss of what to do, I reached out to my friend and teammate, Rah, who has some experience with this struggle and she suggested I take a look at TWLOHA. That began my journey to find a way to “honor” Rose’s memory.
I wanted to do something meaningful and help others so I reached out to the folks at TWLOHA and started a conversation with Amber (Director of Partnerships). Together, we formulated a plan: RIDE FOR IT. We would host a campaign that coupled cycling with hope to raise money for the organization and their mission while also honoring Rose and her life.
This was my way of sharing Rose’s memory with others and attempting to give back—even on a small scale—in a meaningful way. My hope is that RIDE FOR IT can become an annual event that provides hope and help to those struggling with their mental health and battling with anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. Cycling, although a physical activity, provides emotional and psychological benefits that can literally “save” someone from a potentially drastic life decision.
As an athlete and human who struggles with both anxiety and depression, I have many times found myself in a dark place. Physical activity (such as running, walking, and cycling) has helped me find both strength and balance during those trying times. My hope is that we can somehow help others to do the same. Thank you to everyone involved in our 2nd Annual Ride For It campaign for your love and support. Thank you To Write Love On Her Arms. for doing what you do and creating support systems, resources, and hope for those in need. -Alex
28/12/2022
RIDE INTO 2023 IN STYLE 🌟 Grab yourself some Dirty Kitten merch: hats, gloves, socks, buffs, kits, and more! Click the link below and check out our store ⬇️
*Web store orders will ship within 1 week. Apparel pre-orders with Champion-System will ship in early February. Sorry, Small & Large gloves are out-of-stock at this time.
21/12/2022
Got questions? 🙋 We’ve got answers! Check out our DKWTS FAQ page for info ➡️
Go to the “News” section on our website and scroll down to the blog post or click the link in our story 👍 www.dirtykittengravel.com/news
16/12/2022
Why join DKWTS? 🤷♀️ Enjoyment, motivation, camaraderie! But don’t take our word for it, hear what past participants have to say (swipe for testimonials) ➡️
Join the 2023 Dirty Kitten Winter Training Series! More info at the 🔗 in bio 😺
We are looking for like-minded, fierce, motivated, badass women to join our team as full-time members or “guest riders” 😺
If you think you have what it takes to be a DIRTY KITTEN and want to join our mission of filling the sport of cycling with more color, stoke, and positivity, click the link here and submit your application ➡️ www.dirtykittengravel.com/dkr
The application period is open 12/3 through 12/18 so don’t wait!!!! 🎉
03/12/2022
THIS. BUILD. IS. SICK 💜
01/12/2022
Don’t Ride Alone, Ride With DKWTS…ya filthy animal! 😹 Dirty Kitten Winter Training Series 2023 registration opens tomorrow 12/1 at 8:00am EST on (info at link below) ⬇️
"A fun, friendly DIY/virtual training series that provides motivation and competition during the winter for anyone and everyone interested. Ride ANY bike, ANY where, ANY time!" What is DKWTS and how does it work? - The Dirty Kitten Winter Training Series is a multi-week DIY, virtual challenge that p...
27/11/2022
DKR "Cat Chat" Ep. 14: Event Directing & Other Business Stuff w/ Alex & Kari - “All you need is an idea, a desire to make it happen, a willingness to ask for help, and a plan."
In this episode, Dirty Kitten Racing team members, Alex & Kari, discuss some of the ins and outs, ups and downs, and crazy experiences involved with race/event directing along with other event "biz” stuff.
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"All you need is an idea, a desire to make it happen, a willingness to ask for help, and a plan." In this episode, Dirty Kitten Racing team members, Alex & Kari, discuss some of the ins and outs, ups and downs, and crazy experiences involved with race/event directing along with other event "biz” s...
26/11/2022
‼️FREE ENTRY GIVEAWAY‼️
Wanna win a free DKWTS entry? 🙋
✅ Tag a friend, teammate, family member, colleague, whoever in the comments below and enter a chance to win a free entry into our winter training series.
What’s DKWTS? “A fun, friendly diy/virtual training series that provides motivation and competition during the winter for anyone and everyone interested. Ride ANY bike, ANY where, ANY time!” 😺
Registration opens 12/1 on BikeReg! Find out more at the link in our bio ➡️
*Contest runs through Sun 11/27/22. Winners will be chosen at random and will receive a message with instructions on how to register online.
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Last Christmas my bike fell apart
The very next day, I gave it away
This year, I got some new gear
I’ll give it to someone special ❤️
Once ridden and twice shy
I’ll go the distance
Feel the burn in my thigh,
Tell me baby, did I lose all my gains?
Well not again this winter because I’m gonna train! ❄️
Dirty Kitten Gravel - a winter competition
Ride inside or outside with or without mittens
Any bike, any situation
So sign up now
And come & join this winter’s Dirty Kitten! 😺
Last Christmas my bike fell apart
The very next day, I gave it away
This year, I got some new gear
I’ll give it to someone special ❤️
We’ve got motivation
All throughout the winter
For expert riders & for the beginners
Who will be there to answer all your queries?
The people of the Dirty Kitten Winter Training Series! 🙌
Last Christmas my bike fell apart
The very next day, I gave it away
This year, I got some new gear
I’ll give it to someone special…
I’ll give it to ME! 🎁
🎵 Original song by WHAM!
Parody lyrics & music by @brett.ambler (aka “Kazoo Kid”) with help from @alexandraholt
REG HERE ➡️ www.bikereg.com/dirty-kitten-winter-training-series
#DKWTS2024 #wintertraining #ridedirty
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Dirty Kitten Productions
“Go where you feel most alive” - Unknown
OUR STORY: Dirty Kitten Productions (a division of CFH Adventures & Events, LLC) is an event management and promotion company owned by wife-husband duo, Alex Forte and Chris Howell (Frederick, Maryland). It began with a joint dream--“We wanted to create a business around the things that we love: cycling, traveling, community, and adventure.”
Parent company, CFH Adventures & Events, was born out of this concept: “It’s not just a business; it’s a lifestyle.” Alex (a former middle and high school teacher) handles the day-to-day operations of the business and works part-time as a sales associate at a local bike shop, as well as races for and manages an elite women’s cycling team while Chris has a full-time job as a software engineer and does his own racing. The two began their business as an “experimental side-gig” when Alex started considering options outside of her teaching profession. Having grown up with a father who owns his own music talent agency, she had both experience with and knowledge of the business. Meanwhile, Chris wanted to use his software expertise to do something different and interesting outside of his usual work environment. The couple put their heads together and came up with a plan.
Everything came to fruition in late 2018 and started with a single, marquee event: The Dirty Kitten Gravel Race (DKGR) set for the following August in Rapidan, Virginia. What began as a car trip discussion turned into a “crazy” idea that morphed into something real. DKGR was launched in early 2019 with registration opening February 1st and the inaugural event selling out 3 weeks in advance. That was just the beginning...
“The very basic core of a man's living spirit is his passion for adventure.” - Jon Krakauer
“We thought it would be a hit, but we didn’t realize it was going to be that popular. It was promoted as a gravel road race with multiple 20-mile laps along gravel farm roads on private property in Central Virginia. Our main focus in promoting the event was sharing the experience with our participants. DKGR isn’t just a gravel race; it is an adventure, a journey, a quest. That’s what makes it so enticing. As human beings, we long for adventure. Life is really just one adventure after another. We wanted to create an event that would allow people to share in that adventure, that experience, with one another.”
Following the success of DKGR, other folks started reaching out to Alex and Chris for help with their events. The business couple soon realized that people needed and wanted help so they decided to expand their business to include event management and promotion services. The purpose, goal, and mission of Dirty Kitten Productions is to assist people in finding their own adventures. “Our events are always going to be 100% us. What that means is we put 100% of ourselves into the planning, management, and ex*****on of our events. That’s what makes CFH Adventures and Dirty Kitten Productions so unique. We won’t create or assist with an event that we don’t believe in and wouldn’t do ourselves. In fact, one of our guiding principles is to only be involved with events that incite joy and excitement. If something doesn’t excite us, it’s going to be hard to get others amped on it.”
Looking ahead, Alex and Chris have many ideas and goals for their business. This year (2020), Dirty Kitten Productions will be hosting 2 major events:
Cat Camp: Women’s MidAtlantic Spring Cycling Weekend (April 2-5, 2020)
Dirty Kitten Gravel Race 2.0 (July 25, 2020)
As well as the possibility of a few other, smaller events and assisting with some in the area. “We would like to get more involved with our community here in Frederick, as well as in the MidAtlantic Region as a whole. There are so many great cycling and adventure events that could use help, and we are definitely interested in offering our services. There are also some ideas that we have been throwing around for other, new events and it would be cool if we could get some of those off the ground in the next couple of years. Who knows, maybe we will start a race series. There are so many options! The sky is the limit!” For now, they aren’t sharing any of their ideas so stay tuned for more #ridedirty endeavors.
“Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing your lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.” - Jack Kerouac
