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The City of Penticton is launching outreach efforts on its proposed lake-to-lake cycling route.
The municipality has been examining ways to make it easier for commuter cyclists to travel through the city.
Increased vehicle traffic on Government Street has made the route unattractive to some, while the Channel pathway acts more as a bypass around town.
Residents are invited to “Pedal Penticton” Sept. 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gyro Park, which will act as a kickoff of upcoming engagement activities on the route.
“The lake-to-lake route is going to make it possible for more people to consider cycling as an alternate form of transportation and part of a healthy lifestyle,” says engagement strategist JoAnne Kleb.
“Before we start conversations about where the route should go and what it should look like, we want people to see what is possible. We hope the event attracts experienced cyclists but also people who may need more encouragement to ride.”
City staff will be on hand to discuss the lake-to-lake route and plans to involve the community.
There will also be several exhibits to explore.
- Bike Barn and Freedom Bikes will offer demos of e-bikes.
- Cycling Without Age will offer rides in their popular trishaws.
- Penticton and Area Cycling Association will decorate bikes with the kids at 10 a.m. and lead a community ride at 11 a.m.
- Hoodoo Adventures will set up their Sprockets mountain bike course in the park for young children.
- Recreation Penticton will entertain the kids with outdoor games and bikes including accessible bikes and mini-bikes.
- ICBC will be on hand to discuss the rules of the road for the safety of cyclists and drivers.
- Interior Health will share the importance of active transportation to a healthy community.
- City of Penticton transportation consultants will share how bike lane design has evolved to accommodate the needs of drivers and cyclists.
- Free bike parking will be available at Gyro Park through the Bike Valet service.
