Pitch for cycling park at Kin Race Track site

A local sports group will make a presentation to Vernon council today, seeking city support for a biking facility on the Kin Race Track land.

The North Okanagan Cycling Society says in its cover letter, biking is gaining momentum every year, and, as proof of that, they added 500 new members last year.

“Biking is one of the fastest growing sports, thriving for its ability to encourage outdoor community, exercise, and fun. In 2021, Vernon was the 11th most ridden city in Canada, and 23rd in the world,” the society said as part of its presentation.

The group has collected hundreds of names in support of a new bike playground for young riders, with designs along the lines of facilities in Kamloops and Nanaimo.