SK8 Park - Trail, British Columbia
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The SK8 Park is in beautiful Gyro Park near the boat launch in east Trail off Columbia Avenue.
Waymark Code: WM1278M
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 03/19/2020
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The SK8 Park was dedicated to the youth of Trail and was officially opened October 26, 2018 by Mayor Mike Martin.
The Trail SK8 Park broke ground on Monday, July 23, 2018. The approximate cost of the SK8 Park was $700,000.
The SK8 Park has 13 features including a large bowl, half pipes and rails. This is a great addition to Gyro Park and the SK8 Park is located near the boat launch.
Mike Martin was Mayor of Trail for four years elected in 2014, and decided not to run for reelection. Some of Trail's greatest accomplishments was the completion of Trail Riverfront Centre home of the library, museum and visitor centre, the Columbia River Skywalk dedicated in 2016 and the SK8 Park the newest addition to Gyro Park with the dedication in 2018. Mayor Martin was instrumental and presided over the grand openings dedication ceremonies of these new and impressive additions to Trail.
CITY OF TRAIL SK8 PARK
THIS PARK IS DEDICATED TO THE YOUTH OF OUR COMMUNITY
OFFICIALLY OPENED ON OCTOBER 26, 2018
BY MAYOR MIKE MARTIN AND CITY COUNCILLORS
ROBERT CACCHIONI
CAROL DOBIE
ELEANOR GATTAFONI ROBINSON
KEVIN JOLLY
LISA PASIN
SANDY SANTORI
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DAVID PEREHUDOFF
CORPORATE ADMINISTRATOR MICHELLE McISAAC
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS CHRIS McISAAC
DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION TRISHA DAVISON
PARK DESIGN AND BUILD MANAGER NEW LINE SKATEPARKS
Trail SK8 Park
THIS IS AN UNSUPERVISED PARK
Use of Protective Equipment is strongly recommended.
Skateboarding is a relatively dangerous sport. Use of the park is at your own risk.
USER EXPECTATIONS
• Respect this place, each other and the community around you.
• Children under the age of 10 should be accompanied by a responsible adult.
• Do your part to help keep the skate park clean.
• Play smart! Wear appropriate protective equipment - helmet, knee pads, elbow pads & wrist guards.
• Use of or being under the influence of drugs is not permitted by park user or spectators.
• Know the risks of use! Leaves, rocks, dirt or other debris can be hazardous. Wet surfaces can be slippery.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Spectators stay alert to avoid collisions with users or their equipment.
• Have fun!