KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – Work is moving forward on the new BMX park in Kelseyville.
Using funds raised by youth and parent volunteers, this new BMX park, located at the Kelseyville County Park on State Street, Kelseyville, will be a reality in a very short time.
Young BMX riders and their supporters were at work this past Sunday, repairing damage to their Kelseyville BMX fencing caused by vandals and working on additional fence construction.
BMX, which stands for bicycle motocross, is a popular sport, with new parks opening up around the country.
Freestyle BMX riders display their talents at jumping, balancing, flipping and hopping their specially constructed lightweight bicycles in intricate displays of balance and control.
On June 9 the group displayed their talents at the Lakeport Speedway in front of hundreds of fans.
Race fans were treated to a five in a row back flip “train” where one after another of the riders flipped their bicycles upside down, a feat never before seen in Lake County.
The Kelseyville BMX Park will offer a free place for riders of all ages to practice their skills.
Work on the fence is continuing this Saturday, beginning at 7 a.m. Volunteers are invited to come and help finish the project.
If you can help donate time or materials, please call Valarie Sullivan at 707-533-3051.