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Community Recreation, Fitness, and Parks

Sector Success Story

Cowen Bike Park

Town of Cowen

Main Goal
Create a safe, accessible outdoor recreation space for the Cowen community.

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Built through volunteer effort and community partnerships

200 Community Members Reached

3.2 miles of Bike Park Completed

Project Outcomes

Why?

In rural communities where safe outdoor recreation can be limited, the Cowen Bike Park expands free, accessible space for community members to exercise and enjoy the outdoors.

Sustainability Impact

The bike park creates a lasting outdoor recreation space where community members exercise and volunteer to help keep the trails clean and open.

The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line

Through grant support, community partnerships, and volunteer labor, the Cowen Bike Park created 3.2 miles of accessible trails that provide a safe place for residents to bike, exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. Community members are actively using the park and volunteering to help maintain it, ensuring long-term sustainability.