WHEN: Saturday 4 November 2023
TIME: 10 - 3pm
WHERE: Redgrave Park, Coolamon
COST: Free entry
CONTACT: Laura Munro & Jacqui Collins, Coolamon Shire Council on 6927 2492
Come to TACKLE THE TRACK !! Saturday 4 November
10am - 5pm
Join us for a community bike ride and walk using the tracks and trails around Coolamon and Ganmain. Plus a family fun morning and afternoon in Redgrave Park with entertainment, activities and food vendors.
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist, a leisurely walker or just looking for a fun outdoor activity, this event has something for everyone.
Bike Ride + Walk : Kicking off from 10am
A family friendly bike ride and walk. Pick from four different courses:
Gilgai Track – Coolamon to Ganmain 32km return. The ride will include the long distance which will be 16km to Ganmain and return. Riders can turn around at any point along the track.
Kindra Forest – 10km of loops within Kindra Forest
Coolamon Urban Track – 8km loop
Ganmain Murumbang Interpretive Walk - Very easy 1km
Check out the map and pick your track!
The longest ride is the Gilgai Track which will take you from Coolamon to Ganmain. It's 16km each way. Take a rest in Ganmain with delights to enjoy. All three tracks will start from Redgrave Park. Riders can pick their suitable distance. (Riders and walkers can turn around at any point once on the track)
This is a FREE event but we ask if you could please register online.
https://tacklethetrack.eventbrite.com.au
Party in the Park : 10am - 5pm
Join us for plenty of fun in Redgrave Park.. Enjoy live music, food Vendors, kids activities and entertainment. Pack a picnic rug for a chilled afternoon.
Enjoy live music from:
10am - 12noon - Jez Swan
12noon-3pm - The Mighty Yak
3-5pm - Isacc Staines
Tasty food options from:
Drinks available from:
Entertainment & activities:
Jumping Castle
Face Painting
Giant bubbles by Tailfeather Art
Inflatable Bungee Run
Dual lane mega slide with climbing tower
Skateboarding workshop by Skateology
Skateboarding demonstration and mini skate comp & jam by Skateology
Mini street course ramp for the little ones
Ganmain RFS Fire Truck
This event is organised by Coolamon Shire Council. Proudly funded by the NSW Government.
Registration and safety information
Registrations are free and accepted online at www.visitcoolamonshire.com.au
All entrants must be responsible for their own safety and determine if they are fit to take part. By registering you confirm you understand and accept that you have responsibility to act in a way that will minimise the likelihood of injury, to yourself and others.
The track can be narrow in sections, participants may have to stop and let others pass. The tracks and trails range is different surfaces and at times can be uneven. Council has made every effort to minimize this along the track. It is the responsibility of participants to ride and walk to the conditions of the track
Participants must obey all road and pedestrian rules. No road closures are in place along the track. At times riders may have to walk bikes across main roads
Always wear your helmet
Ensure you have a drink bottle
Wear appropriate clothing for safety including being sun safe (hat, sunscreen and glasses)
Drink stations and bottle refills are available at Brushwood, Ganmain Plaza and Redgrave Park
All entrants must follow the directions of ride officials and marshals along the track. Bike officials will wear vests.
First aid officers will be on site at Redgrave Park
In case of an emergency, always contact 000
Parents are responsible for your child/children during event
Toilet facilities are available at Redgrave Park, Lions Park and Victory Memorial Gardens
What to bring:
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Helmet
Any spare equipment you might need for your bike
