Ballyhoura Pump Tracks – Online Information Session

Ballyhoura Development, supported by the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Fund, is commencing a process to identify communities across the Ballyhoura area interested in participating in a scoping and assessment initiative for the potential development of pump tracks.

This project is being led in partnership with Outscape, who are the appointed consultants working with Ballyhoura Development to guide this process.

We are pleased to invite community members, organisations, and volunteers to an online information session to learn more about pump tracks and explore whether your community may be a suitable fit.

This meeting is the first step in inviting expressions of interest from communities wishing to consider developing a pump track.

What to Expect

During this information session, Outscape and Ballyhoura Development will outline:

• What a pump track is and how they are used by communities
• Benefits pump tracks can bring to local areas
• Space and site requirements, including what makes a suitable location
• Ground and site conditions essential for successful construction
• Ideal locations, particularly those easily accessible for children and young people without the need for car travel
• Community ownership and light maintenance, and the role of a local group in supporting the facility
• Safety and insurance considerations
• An overview of the Expression of Interest process
• Details of the scoping and assessment programme supported by the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Fund and led by Outscape

Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and understand what would be involved for their community before progressing.

Who Should Attend?

Everyone is welcome, but we especially encourage:

• Community groups
• Local organisations
• Sports clubs
• Youth groups
• Local volunteers
• Anyone interested in supporting a pump track in their area

Register to Attend

Please register in advance using the link below: 

Register

You will receive joining details at least 24 hours before the online session.

For further queries, contact Mike Cleary [email protected].

This project has been funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme.