The expansion of the disc golf course at Fred Poppe Park includes several key improvements:

• The course now boasts 36 holes, doubling the previous number and providing a more comprehensive play experience.

• New outdoor carpet tee pads offer a comfortable and stable surface for players.

• Enhanced wayfinding with updated signs and the integration of the UDisc app for easy navigation.

• The new holes are designed to offer a variety of challenges, from open fields to moderately wooded areas, ensuring an engaging game for all.123

The South Brevard Disc Golf Club (SBDGC) has been instrumental in the expansion and upgrades of the Fred Poppe Park disc golf course through a public-private partnership with the City of Palm Bay. The club made a significant financial investment, purchasing a Kubota with a box blade and grappler attachment, a bush hog, and a container to store the tractor. They also bought 36 turf tee pads.1

The SBDGC Course Committee was responsible for the design and development of the original 18-hole course and played a significant role in the recent expansion. The club upgraded the tee pads to outdoor carpet and improved wayfinding with updated signs and the UDisc app. Additionally, the SBDGC organizes local leagues and events, fostering a vibrant disc golf community in Palm Bay.1

Fred Poppe Park's 36-hole disc golf course is one of only a few in Florida, making it a unique destination for disc golf enthusiasts. Other notable 36-hole courses in the state include Bill Frederick Park (T2) at Turkey Lake in Orlando, Tom Brown Park in Tallahassee, and Ronnie Van Zant Park in Lake Asbury.123 Given the limited number of 36-hole courses in Florida, Fred Poppe Park stands out as a premier location for disc golf in Central Florida.1

The expanded course at Fred Poppe Park offers significant potential for hosting disc golf tournaments, which can draw players and spectators from across the region. The park's amenities and the challenging, diverse layout of the course make it an attractive destination for competitive events. Additionally, the high ratings and positive feedback from players highlight the course's appeal:

• @parbuster54: "The scenery is beautiful, and the new holes add a great variety. The upgraded tee pads are a big plus!"

• @kgatlw: "This is now my favorite course on the eastern side of the state. The shaded areas and diverse layout make for an enjoyable game."

• @scifiman: "The new carpet pads are comfortable, and the UDisc app makes navigation easy. Hole 16 is still a tough one, but that's part of the fun!"