In January 2022, TSP hosted the Fellowship Program cohort for their firstprogram retreat in San Diego, CA. The advocacy training and project design program aims to build more knowledgeable, diverse, and equipped skatepark advocates, designers, and programmers and has already helped our first group of 12 fellows make a positive impact in the social skate space.   The trip allowed the fellows to connect in person and see firsthand what it takes to create and maintain quality community skate spaces. Listen in to learn more about the program, the fellows, and their skatepark advocacy journey to-date!

In January 2022, TSP hosted the <a href="https://skatepark.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=25c0e5db5f2d77116ee34e41d&amp;id=56163dc015&amp;e=7938853387" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Fellowship Program</a> cohort for their firstprogram retreat in San Diego, CA. The advocacy training and project design program aims to build more knowledgeable, diverse, and equipped skatepark advocates, designers, and programmers and has already helped our first group of 12 fellows make a positive impact in the social skate space.   The trip allowed the fellows to connect in person and see firsthand what it takes to create and maintain quality community skate spaces. Listen in to learn more about the program, the fellows, and their skatepark advocacy journey to-date!

Introducing Our 2022-23 Fellowship Cohort: Youth Advocates Shaping Skatepark Advocacy and Community Development

The Skatepark Project is back with a look into their newest program and an introduction to their newest family member, Nicole Humphrey. Join Andre, Trevor, Nicole and Alec as they jump into the skatepark world and discuss the value of the new program and other new offerings from TSP.

The Skatepark Project is back with a look into their newest program and an introduction to their newest family member, Nicole Humphrey. Join Andre, Trevor, Nicole and Alec as they jump into the skatepark world and discuss the value of the new program and other new offerings from TSP.

Episode 46 - The TSP Fellows Program

On this episode of Skate Space: Trevor, Andre and Alec discuss Skateboarding's inclusion in the Olympics (from Tokyo!) Hear from pro skaters (like Sky Brown, Axel Cruysberghs, Pedro Barros, Alana Smith, Rune Glifberg, Heimana Reynolds, Keegan Palmer, Andy Anderson, Poppy Star Olsen and more) turned Olympians, event officials, and what the term "Olympic Skatepark" really means. For more about The Skatepark Project, head to Skatepark.org. For more about skatepark advocacy, head to  skatepark.org/start.

On this episode of Skate Space: Trevor, Andre and Alec discuss Skateboarding's inclusion in the Olympics (from Tokyo!) Hear from pro skaters (like Sky Brown, Axel Cruysberghs, Pedro Barros, Alana Smith, Rune Glifberg, Heimana Reynolds, Keegan Palmer, Andy Anderson, Poppy Star Olsen and more) turned Olympians, event officials, and what the term "Olympic Skatepark" really means. For more about The Skatepark Project, head to <a href="http://Skatepark.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skatepark.org</a>. For more about skatepark advocacy, head to <a href="http://skatepark.org/start" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> skatepark.org/start</a>.

Skateboarding's inclusion in the 2021 Olympics (from Tokyo!)

Skate Space (Formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) is back with more public skatepark chat! The crew from The Skatepark Project discusses all things skatepark advocacy and action sports. Get up to speed to learn what to expect from season 4. Brought to you by The Skatepark Project. Learn more at Skatepark.org

Skate Space (Formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) is back with more public skatepark chat! The crew from The Skatepark Project discusses all things skatepark advocacy and action sports. Get up to speed to learn what to expect from season 4. Brought to you by The Skatepark Project. Learn more at <a href="http://Skatepark.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skatepark.org</a>

Skate Space (Formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) is back!

Season 3 of The Skatepark Podcast is upon us! Join Alec Beck and Trevor Staples as they discuss the details of the latest skatepark project grant funding opportunity through The Skatepark Project. Hear the common questions and misconceptions about grant funding to better prepare your next application.   To learn more about this grant opportunity head to https://skatepark.org/the-skatepark-project-grants/.

Season 3 of The Skatepark Podcast is upon us! Join Alec Beck and Trevor Staples as they discuss the details of the latest skatepark project grant funding opportunity through The Skatepark Project. Hear the common questions and misconceptions about grant funding to better prepare your next application.   To learn more about this grant opportunity head to <a href="https://skatepark.org/the-skatepark-project-grants/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://skatepark.org/the-skatepark-project-grants/</a>.

Episode 43 - The Updated Skatepark Project Grant Application

Aaron Flansburg

Michael Dahl

On this episode we talk with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl from Palouse WA. They spearheaded AND built the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden with an interesting new model. Tune in to learn about how they accomplished their goal.    To learn more about the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden in Washington head to https://www.palouseskatepark.com/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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

On this episode we talk with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl from Palouse WA. They spearheaded AND built the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden with an interesting new model. Tune in to learn about how they accomplished their goal.    To learn more about the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden in Washington head to <a href="https://www.palouseskatepark.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.palouseskatepark.com/</a>For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="https://www.skatepark.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skatepark.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 42 PART 2- How It Happened: Palouse WA's "Formal DIY" with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl

Episode 42 PART 1- How It Happened: Palouse WA's "Formal DIY" with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl

Carter Dennis

On this episode we chat with Carter Dennis. Carter's influence on skatepark advocacy spans far beyond his city skatepark projects in San Antonio and Arlington. One of the founding directors of Skaters for Public Skateparks, he's got stories to tell and wisdom to impart. Tune in to learn more about his experience and insights about skatepark advocacy. 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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

On this episode we chat with Carter Dennis. Carter's influence on skatepark advocacy spans far beyond his city skatepark projects in San Antonio and Arlington. One of the founding directors of Skaters for Public Skateparks, he's got stories to tell and wisdom to impart. Tune in to learn more about his experience and insights about skatepark advocacy. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="https://www.skatepark.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skatepark.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

 Episode 41: How It Happened: Texas and more with Carter Dennis

Steve Rodriguez

On this episode we chat with Steve Rodriguez from New York about his extensive skatepark advocacy work. Steve has been instrumental in multiple skateparks projects around New York City and has helped rewrite policies in favor of better skate access. Tune in to learn more about Steve's impact and the advice he has for budding skatepark advocates. 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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

On this episode we chat with Steve Rodriguez from New York about his extensive skatepark advocacy work. Steve has been instrumental in multiple skateparks projects around New York City and has helped rewrite policies in favor of better skate access. Tune in to learn more about Steve's impact and the advice he has for budding skatepark advocates. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="https://www.skatepark.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skatepark.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 40: How It Happened: New York, NY - LES Skatepark and more with Steve Rodriguez

Jon Shell

On this episode we chat with Jon Shell from Pensacola Florida. Jon's work with Upward Intuition led to the making of a world class skatepark project. Learn how he turned a passion project into civic action and what's helped him stay the course toward his goal of bettering the community in more ways than one.   Learn more about Upward Intuition and the Pensacola Skatepark project here: https://upwardintuition.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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

On this episode we chat with Jon Shell from Pensacola Florida. Jon's work with Upward Intuition led to the making of a world class skatepark project. Learn how he turned a passion project into civic action and what's helped him stay the course toward his goal of bettering the community in more ways than one.   Learn more about Upward Intuition and the Pensacola Skatepark project here: <a href="https://upwardintuition.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://upwardintuition.org/</a>For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="https://www.skatepark.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skatepark.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 39: How it's Happening: Pensacola Florida with Jon Shell

Brought to you by The Skatepark Project, Skate Space (formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) covers everything you want and need to know about skateparks, skate spots and public skatepark development. Join hosts Trevor Staples, Andre Taylor and Alec Beck for tips, tricks and all the insight a skatepark advocate (or skateboard nerd) needs to know to achieve more skate space in your community.

Have found these podcast invaluable as we go through the process of developing a skatepark. Listen to them not only once but again as you reach each phase of your project. Super helpful!

Makes all the difference!

Not only an excellent resource to help get skateparks built in your community, but by extension, lessons in civics, organizational skills, fundraising, non-profits, and more!

Informative and entertaining

Skate Space

Derrick Dykas

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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

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: <a href="http://www.communitypush.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.communitypush.org/</a>For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="https://www.skatepark.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skatepark.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 38 - How It Happened: Detroit MI with Derrick Dykas

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, we interview one of the most influential skateboarders of all time: Tony Hawk. We ask Tony all sorts of questions about skateparks and skateboarding. From design and policy to trick selection and contests... we dive deep. Learn how the Tony Hawk Foundation began, and what direction skateboarding and skateparks may be going. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to www.publicskateparkguide.org. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org. You can e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, we interview one of the most influential skateboarders of all time: Tony Hawk. We ask Tony all sorts of questions about skateparks and skateboarding. From design and policy to trick selection and contests... we dive deep. Learn how the Tony Hawk Foundation began, and what direction skateboarding and skateparks may be going. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 11 – Tony Hawk

Ann Arbor

It’s a gem of a skatepark you’ve probably seen before, but you didn’t see everything that went down behind the scenes. Learn from the person behind the park as our very own Trevor Staples tells us how it happened in Ann Arbor Michigan. 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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights.

It’s a gem of a skatepark you’ve probably seen before, but you didn’t see everything that went down behind the scenes. Learn from the person behind the park as our very own Trevor Staples tells us how it happened in Ann Arbor Michigan. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Episode 27 – How It Happened: Ann Arbor, MI

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast Alec and Pete discuss the mental and emotional benefits of skateboarding. Hear some strange science, personal stories and the broader implications of skating's unique impact on human beings. 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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast Alec and Pete discuss the mental and emotional benefits of skateboarding. Hear some strange science, personal stories and the broader implications of skating's unique impact on human beings. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 15 - Skateboarding As Emotional Therapy 

Walt Pourier

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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

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) <a href="https://youtu.be/DN98eObkFCQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/DN98eObkFCQ</a>   RedBull's Skate Life (10 min) <a href="https://youtu.be/SYRINJZZqWU" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/SYRINJZZqWU</a>   Stronghold Society <a href="http://strongholdsociety.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://strongholdsociety.org/</a>   Wounded Knee Skateboards <a href="http://www.woundedkneeskateboards.net/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.woundedkneeskateboards.net/</a>For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 35 – How It Happened: Pine Ridge with Walt Pourier

In the second installment of our primary educational episodes, Pete and Alec discuss the first real step in creating a public skatepark project, assembling your core group. Learn how it works and what to expect when assembling a diverse and skilled group of people for the mighty task of skatepark development. Bonus: the mental attitude it takes to make it to the finish line. 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 e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In the second installment of our primary educational episodes, Pete and Alec discuss the first real step in creating a public skatepark project, assembling your core group. Learn how it works and what to expect when assembling a diverse and skilled group of people for the mighty task of skatepark development. Bonus: the mental attitude it takes to make it to the finish line. For more information on creating your own skatepark head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 2 - Core Group

Have you ever read a skatepark sign? If you're an advocate for your new local skatepark project, chances are you'll be involved in making the sign, (and even some of the rules) for the new skatepark. In this episode, Pete and Alec discuss what makes an effective sign, and the do's and don't of getting important information to the skatepark users.  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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Have you ever read a skatepark sign? If you're an advocate for your new local skatepark project, chances are you'll be involved in making the sign, (and even some of the rules) for the new skatepark. In this episode, Pete and Alec discuss what makes an effective sign, and the do's and don't of getting important information to the skatepark users.  For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Episode 28 – Skatepark Signs - stupid rules and you.

In the first of our regular episodes, Alec and Pete discuss the do’s and don’ts of skating at a skatepark. This episode provides valuable insight into the unwritten rules that help govern an activity that has no rules. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to www.publicskateparkguide.org. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org. You can e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In the first of our regular episodes, Alec and Pete discuss the do’s and don’ts of skating at a skatepark. This episode provides valuable insight into the unwritten rules that help govern an activity that has no rules. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 10 – Shrediquette  

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, Pete and Alec discuss the right and wrong ways to talk about your skatepark project. Learn who to speak with, how to frame your story, and ways to turn a simple conversation into tangible support. 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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights.

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, Pete and Alec discuss the right and wrong ways to talk about your skatepark project. Learn who to speak with, how to frame your story, and ways to turn a simple conversation into tangible support. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Episode 20 – How To Talk About Your Skatepark Project

In the third installment of our primary educational episodes, our hosts take you to the first boss level: speaking at the City Council meeting. Learn some public-speaking tips, how to prep your crew, and the do’s and don’ts of discussing your public skatepark project with the public. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to www.publicskateparkguide.org. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org. You can e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In the third installment of our primary educational episodes, our hosts take you to the first boss level: speaking at the City Council meeting. Learn some public-speaking tips, how to prep your crew, and the do’s and don’ts of discussing your public skatepark project with the public. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 3 - City Council

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast Pete and Alec discuss parks that aren’t public. Learn why they used to be necessary, why some still do it, and the risks and benefits of setting one up.   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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast Pete and Alec discuss parks that aren’t public. Learn why they used to be necessary, why some still do it, and the risks and benefits of setting one up.   For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>.   To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.   You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

 Episode 16 - Retail Skateparks

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, Pete and Alec discuss the most common questions they get regarding skatepark projects. Learn from those who wrote in looking for answers about skateparks, programming and more. 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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights - you may have your question answered on the air. 

In this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, Pete and Alec discuss the most common questions they get regarding skatepark projects. Learn from those who wrote in looking for answers about skateparks, programming and more. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights - you may have your question answered on the air.

Episode 29 - Frequently Asked Questions - Part 1 

Miki Vuckovich

On this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, our hosts take a look at skateboarding and skateparks through the eyes of one of the most influential people behind the scenes of skateboarding and skateparks, THF Executive Director Miki Vuckovich. He takes us through the hidden history of skateparks, his storied career in skateboarding, the importance of the skateboarding identity, and where we may be headed as a subculture. BONUS: Behind the scenes of skateboarding and the Olympics. 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 e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

On this episode of The Skatepark Podcast, our hosts take a look at skateboarding and skateparks through the eyes of one of the most influential people behind the scenes of skateboarding and skateparks, THF Executive Director Miki Vuckovich. He takes us through the hidden history of skateparks, his storied career in skateboarding, the importance of the skateboarding identity, and where we may be headed as a subculture. BONUS: Behind the scenes of skateboarding and the Olympics. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 14 – Miki Vuckovich

Pete and Alec do it themselves and discuss the proliferation of DIY skateparks. From pros and cons of a clandestine build to the unseen effects of non-traditional skatepark creation, learn all about this very unique corner of the skatepark world. 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 towww.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants. You can also email the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights

Pete and Alec do it themselves and discuss the proliferation of DIY skateparks. From pros and cons of a clandestine build to the unseen effects of non-traditional skatepark creation, learn all about this very unique corner of the skatepark world. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to<a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights

Episode 25 – DIY

In the seventh installment of our primary educational episodes, Alec and Pete discuss one of the biggest elements in skatepark advocacy: fundraising. They’ll share some valued tactics for galvanizing your community, and some insights into getting the most funding for your time. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to www.publicskateparkguide.org. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org. You can e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In the seventh installment of our primary educational episodes, Alec and Pete discuss one of the biggest elements in skatepark advocacy: fundraising. They’ll share some valued tactics for galvanizing your community, and some insights into getting the most funding for your time. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 7 – Fundraising

In the fourth installment of our primary educational episodes, Alec and Pete discuss the best ways to gain support for your public-skatepark project while bringing value to your beloved community. Learn the reasons and methods behind community outreach, and how to deal with opposition to the skatepark. BONUS: How to manage your own emotions and reactions in the face of vehement opposition. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to www.publicskateparkguide.org. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to www.tonyhawkfoundation.org. You can e-mail the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

In the fourth installment of our primary educational episodes, Alec and Pete discuss the best ways to gain support for your public-skatepark project while bringing value to your beloved community. Learn the reasons and methods behind community outreach, and how to deal with opposition to the skatepark. BONUS: How to manage your own emotions and reactions in the face of vehement opposition. For more information about creating your own skatepark head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can e-mail the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 4 - Community Outreach

Dan Hughes

Pete and Alec chat with the legendary Dan Hughes, creator of Northwestskater.com and surveyor of many hundreds of skateparks worldwide. Dan talks about the components of a good park, grinding coping made from coral, and the tricks to creating the ideal vibe at a skatepark. For more of Dan's work, head to northwestskater.com or follow @skatedaworld.  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 towww.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants. You can also email the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Pete and Alec chat with the legendary Dan Hughes, creator of <a href="http://northwestskater.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Northwestskater.com</a> and surveyor of many hundreds of skateparks worldwide. Dan talks about the components of a good park, grinding coping made from coral, and the tricks to creating the ideal vibe at a skatepark. For more of Dan's work, head to <a href="http://northwestskater.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">northwestskater.com</a> or follow @skatedaworld.  For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to<a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Episode 24 – Dan Hughes

Hear the real story from the people behind the project. In the second installment of How It Happened, we get the inside scoop (from inside the building) about the famed Stoner Skate Plaza in Los Angeles, CA. Learn the ins and outs of how this idea turned into concrete, and how two of our staff members helped make it a reality nearly a decade before working at THF.    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 towww.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants.   You can also email the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Hear the real story from the people behind the project. In the second installment of How It Happened, we get the inside scoop (from inside the building) about the famed Stoner Skate Plaza in Los Angeles, CA. Learn the ins and outs of how this idea turned into concrete, and how two of our staff members helped make it a reality nearly a decade before working at THF.    For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>.   To learn more about the THF skatepark grant process or to apply for a grant, go to<a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/skatepark-grants</a>.   You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights.

Episode 21 – How It Happened: Stoner Park 

Stephanie Murdock

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 podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org.

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: <a href="http://www.skateparkofbaltimore.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.skateparkofbaltimore.com</a>   Follow their FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SkateparkofBaltimore/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/SkateparkofBaltimore/</a>For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="https://www.skatepark.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skatepark.org</a>. To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to <a href="http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>. You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org" rel="noopener">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a>.

Episode 37 - How It Happened: Skatepark of Baltimore with Stephanie Murdock

If you’re in New York or Michigan, chances are there is a huge opportunity for you to get a new public skatepark. The Built To Play Skatepark Grant initiative may help you bring a skatepark to your town faster than you thought possible. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to http://www.publicskateparkguide.org. To learn more about the Built To Play grant initiative, go to https://tonyhawkfoundation.org/built-to-play/.  You can also email the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org with questions, shout-outs or insights.

If you’re in New York or Michigan, chances are there is a huge opportunity for you to get a new public skatepark. The Built To Play Skatepark Grant initiative may help you bring a skatepark to your town faster than you thought possible. For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to <a href="http://www.publicskateparkguide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.publicskateparkguide.org</a>. To learn more about the Built To Play grant initiative, go to <a href="https://tonyhawkfoundation.org/built-to-play/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tonyhawkfoundation.org/built-to-play/</a>.  You can also email the hosts directly at <a href="mailto:podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org">podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org</a> with questions, shout-outs or insights.

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