Come jam with the Roller Skaters of Central Oregon at the Ponderosa Park court Tuesday evening!

Ponderosa Park has tons to offer!

From the BPRD website:

"This community park is conveniently located in south central Bend, near Bear Creek Elementary School and includes connection to Juniper Park via Coyner Trail.

Features include a playground, basketball court, court marked for pickle ball, restrooms, walking trail, off-leash dog park area, picnic shelter large lawns, and two skateparks which are very popular and enthusiasts can be found from dawn to dusk almost every day of the year.

For additional play opportunities, Ponderosa Park also hosts Hal Puddy Field and is directly adjoining Bend Senior High School’s soccer field. The ball field hosts adult softball and youth soccer games during the spring, summer and fall.

On many afternoons in the fall, parking is difficult to find. We recommend you carpool or use alternative transportation whenever you are visiting this popular park. Connections to area neighborhoods, bike routes and trails can be made using the Coyner Trail."

What to know beforehand:
- Outdoor wheels (78A) recommended.
- Protective gear recommended (wrist guards, knee pads, helmets, etc.).

***Skating Etiquette Suggestions***
1) People walk their dogs in the area. To be a positive representative of the skate community, we recommend slowing down when passing a dog or other animal. Some animals are unfamiliar with skates and may react negatively, becoming agitated or scared.
2) When passing another park-goer, clearly announce something like 'passing on your left' well before attempting to pass them.