In 2014, Hoots was contacted by the Beaverlodge Parents for Progress Society (BPPS) with a vision to create a Bicycle Skills Park in new playground area behind St. Mary elementary school. Following meetings and site visits, Hoots submitted a proposal with overall concept layout, design features and budgets, as well as considerations on how to involve the local community.

 

Following approvals in 2015, Hoots worked with the Society to establish goals, priorities and framework for phased and future development with recommendations. This included collaborative approaches to engage local riders and the community, contractors, professional and volunteer forces to create a fun progressive ride area for all levels based on input.

 

Construction began in summer 2016 and completed in early fall with central start / return hill and spectator opportunities, beginner to advanced pump track circuits, and progressive jump zone and advanced line to the west. The Bike Park was built with enthusiastic support and help from local volunteers, and has been a huge hit and an exciting addition to the community.

 

(photos courtesy of Beaverlodge Parents for Progress Society & S. MacIntyre)