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Pump Track Project

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Project GOAL: The goal of the Ayr Pump Track Committee is to have a permanent, free to use, multi-use, asphalt pump track constructed in a central location within the town of Ayr. We are targeting a size of 20,000 sq ft and roughly 200m in length What is a Pump Track? A pump track is designed for all things on wheels. From mountain bikes to BMX’s, skateboards and even wheelchairs, a pump track is a playground for all wheels. By combining rolling jumps with turns they are accessible for all. When ridden correctly, using a pumping motion with your arms and legs, you can gain speed without the need to pedal or push. Why do we need a Pump Track? Pump tracks promote healthy, active, outdoor lifestyles Pump tracks are used in a variety of ways including skateboarding, BMX biking, inline skating, scooter riding and even wheelchairs! Pump tracks offer recreational opportunities for groups that can be difficult to serve (i.e. not everyone enjoys traditional team sports; it offers a low cost...
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Fundraising Complete!

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 WE DID IT! We have completed our $500,000 fundraising effort. Next steps are with the Township getting the tender documents prepared and released to market. Early in the new year we will be awarding the Design & Construction contract and hopefully break ground once the snow is gone. Very exciting...
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Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Grant Received

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HUGE thank you to The Lyle S. Hallman Foundation for their $100,000 grant. The Foundation is a huge supporter of free to use youth recreation opportunities in Waterloo region and was a major supporter of the Ayr skatepark
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$200,000 Grant Received!!!

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  BIG NEWS! Our Trillium grant application was approved for $200,000!!! This is HUGE as it doubled our fundraising to date. It also puts us on track to release the design & construction tender later this fall to secure construction next spring. Very exciting. We now have $100,000 remaining in our fundraising effort.
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SEIU Local 2 donates $1000!

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  Thank you SEIU Local 2 for the $1000 donation!
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2M Accounting $1500 Donation

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 Big thanks to McDougald & McEachern LLP (2M Accounting) for donating $1500 to the project!
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Fundraising Auction Closed

 Our first online fundraising auction has completed and was a success! Thanks to all the bidders we brought in over $1500! Keep your eyes peeled for another auction coming in the near future. If you would like to donate please get in touch with the committee ayrpumptrack@gmail.com
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Fundraising Online Auction is Live!

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 We are running an online fundraising auction from now until April 1. Lots of great items up for grabs. Check it out here:  https://www.32auctions.com/ayrpumptrack
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