Caption: Palm Beach County officials, Palm Beach Pump Track Inc. and professional and amateur riders celebrate the grand opening of the pump track at Okeeheelee Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony
On Saturday, May 31, Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Palm Beach Pump Track Inc., officially opened a 10,000-square-foot asphalt bicycle pump track at Okeeheelee Park, west of West Palm Beach, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was followed by exhibition rides from professional and amateur riders.
“This project reflects our department’s continued commitment to expanding outdoor recreational and cycling opportunities for all residents,” said Jennifer Cirillo, Director of Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. “The pump track brings a new level of excitement to Okeeheelee Park and encourages active lifestyles in a fun and innovative way.”
The new pump track is the first of its kind in Palm Beach County and provides a high-quality, continuous-loop riding experience for cyclists of all ages, skill levels, and wheels: bikes, scooters, skateboards, and skates. The track is made possible through the generous philanthropy of Margaret Blume and Palm Beach Pump Track Inc., with a donation of over $400,000 for its installation. Located behind the dog park at Okeeheelee Park, the facility is free to ride during park operating hours from sunrise to sunset.
“This facility will be an asset for our entire community and a major draw for cyclists visiting for recreation.” said Jennifer Kraatz, President of Palm Beach Pump Track Inc. and Okeeheelee BMX Parents Council, Inc.
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