On this episode we chat with Derrick Dykas from Detroit Michigan. Derrick's involvement with The Wig DIY skatepark evolved into supporting the local scene with Community Push before he was recruited by the City of Detroit to help create the new Riverside Skatepark (and beyond). From grassroots to grand opening, Derrick's run the course. Listen and learn about a multifaceted scene in Detroit Michigan.

Learn more about Community Push here: http://www.communitypush.org/

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to https://www.skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected].

On this episode we chat with the legendary Stephanie Murdock from the Skatepark of Baltimore in Maryland. Learn how she inspired a skatepark project into being, and the trials and victories that came along with it. A truly impactful member of the skatepark advocacy community, this episode is not to be missed.

Note: The reference to the unrest in Baltimore in 2005 occurred in 2015.

Learn more about the Skatepark of Baltimore here: www.skateparkofbaltimore.com Follow their FB: https://www.facebook.com/SkateparkofBaltimore/

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to https://www.skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected].

On this episode we chat with Mike Donelon from Long Beach, CA, as well as ASK Ambassadors Apinya Imon and Jose Poncho Aguilar. Mike created Action Sports Kids to serve the youth in Long Beach while advocating for proper public skate space in the area. A legend in the game, listen and learn the ropes of effective skatepark advocacy and youth programming.

Learn more about Mike and ASK Long Beach using the links below:

Check out Action Sports Kids Long Beach here: http://www.asklongbeach.org/

Their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/ASKLongBeach/

Mike's Facebook page is here: https://www.facebook.com/mike.donelon

Follow Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikedonelon Special thanks to Mike, Apinya and Poncho for their help with this episode.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to https://www.skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected].

On this episode we connect with Walt Pourier from Stronghold Society and hear the story of the Pine Ridge Skatepark. One of the more impactful and resonant skatepark projects in history, listen in to understand how this skatepark affected the Oglala Lakota tribe on the Pine Ridge Reservation and the skateboarding world as a whole.

Learn more about Walt, the Stronghold Society and Pine Ridge using the links below:

Levi's / TWS Pine Ridge (4 min) https://youtu.be/DN98eObkFCQ RedBull's Skate Life (10 min) https://youtu.be/SYRINJZZqWU Stronghold Society http://strongholdsociety.org/ Wounded Knee Skateboards http://www.woundedkneeskateboards.net/

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to http://www.publicskateparkguide.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected].

Pete and Alec chat with Jeff Iles from Algonquin College. Hear Jeff's surprising angle on skateparks, and what all advocates can learn from it. Be sure to check out the associated links below.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly at[email protected].

Algonquin College Action Sports Park Development Program Website

https://www.algonquincollege.com/pembroke/program/action-sports-park-development/

Framework for Recreation in Canada

https://www.cpra.ca/about-the-framework

Ottawa Skateboard Association

http://ottawaskateboard.ca/

Toronto Skateboarding Committee

https://www.torontoskateboarding.com/

Toronto Skateboard Strategy

https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/accountability-operations-customer-service/long-term-vision-plans-and-strategies/skateboard-strategy/

Pickering Skatepark Strategy

https://www.pickering.ca/en/living/resources/2017-skateboard-park-strategy-executive-summary.pdf

Calgary Skateboard Amenities Strategy

https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreation/Pages/Skateparks/Skateboard-amenities-strategy.aspx

Melbourne Skate Strategy 2017-2027

https://participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/skate

City of Casey

https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files-public/2018-09/Skate-Strategy-Version-12.pdf

Skate Australia Strategic Plan

https://skateaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/strategic-plan-2013-2016-skate_aus_Green7_CP.pdf

Pete and Alec are back for another season of The Skatepark Podcast! In this first episode they discuss the rhythm of advocacy and what your next step is, wherever you are in the process.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to skatepark.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected].

Join Pete and Alec as they recap the year and answer some excellent questions from skatepark advocates like you. Learn what parks have opened and some favorite advocacy and skate moments of 2018. The hosts touch on what it really takes to be a successful advocate, and share some tips and tricks for the long haul. If you're still not sure if you've got what it takes, this is the episode for you.

For more information on creating your own skatepark head to www.publicskateparkguide.org.

To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org.

You can email the hosts directly at [email protected]

Pete and Alec discuss ways to de-danger your park. From the design itself to policy and fencing, learn to mitigate your risk and increase the probability of good, safe sessions and a longer skatepark lifespan.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to http://www.publicskateparkguide.org.

To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected] with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Learn why prefabricated skateparks are going the way of the Dodo and the distinct advantages of using concrete for your new skatepark. Pete and Alec dive into the differences between the types of "skatepark furniture" you may encounter while making your new skate-able oasis.

For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to http://www.publicskateparkguide.org.

To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants.

You can also email the hosts directly at [email protected] with questions, shout-outs or insights.