Hello,

My name is Madi Carragher and I have been a lifelong resident of Wall Township. Growing up, I was involved in many sports and recreation programs Wall had to offer and I can truly say, these programs were a staple in my childhood and developmental growth. 

Now, as a parent of two small children, they are beginning to express their interest in activities and sports. The main sport they have both gravitated towards has been BMX. 

BMX has been a wonderful family sport as it can be enjoyed by anyone of any age. My son started riding his balance bike at 2 and my daughter started racing a pedal bike at age 4.

This information is important because I have noticed there is not many programs offered at such a young age, and most start around the kindergarten age. 

I am interested in how I can make this sport, or part of this sport more available to my community. New Jersey currently has 3 race tracks but very little access to pump tracks. Pump tracks are great for kids of all ages to learn the basics of balancing, coordination, flexibility, and sense of speed that can translate to any cycling sport (BMX racing, BMX freestyle, mountain biking). In addition, pump tracks can also be enjoyed by older kids, teens, young adults, and adults of any age and proficiency levels. Pump tracks can be a great tool for mountain bikers as well.  Pump tracks can also be a fun form of fitness, helping improve cardiovascular health and build core strength. Pump tracks and any cycling sport in general, has a strong sense of community which I feel coincides with the values of Wall Township.

Help me raise awareness and gain the attention of the Wall Recreational Department and let them see how much a pump track could mean to the residents of Wall Township.