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Dec 29, 2017

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...


Dec 15, 2017

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.

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Dec 15, 2017

In the ninth and final installment of our primary educational episodes, Pete and Alec take you through the last steps of skatepark development and past the finish line. Learn how to advocate for proper contemporary skatepark policy, how to program and activate the skatepark, and what to expect in terms of maintenance....


Dec 15, 2017

In the eighth installment of our primary educational episodes, things start to take shape. Join hosts Alec and Pete as they help you understand the process of design, and how to work with skatepark design and construction firms on your skatepark project. Learn some tips about contemporary design, and how to ensure...


Dec 15, 2017

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.

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