Skateboarders of all ages turn out in force for Freshwater skatepark's community skate jam (photos)

Freshwater skatepark’s community skate jam which took place last month was held to raise funds and awareness for the new skatepark, pushing to create bigger and better facilities for this ever growing now popular Olympic sport in Freshwater.

The weather was looking awful and had heavily rained all night and morning, but organiser, Hamish Fleming, was convinced it would clear. The skate community turned out in force and proceeded to try and dry the ramps using towels and squeegees and by 11am we were on.

A fantastic day was had by all ages with smiles on every face!

Top work by Hamish making and pulling the event together and superbly hosted, as always, supporting the growth of the sport anyway he can.

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Hamish said,

“After looking like the weather had let us down, all the skaters got active and swept and squeegeed the puddles, then it rained again! Finally, the sun came out.
“Although the turnout was already great, people kept on arriving and the commitment to the new park was tangible. Everyone helped get ramps out and in place and we began.
“We started with mini challenges such as “hippy jump” and “ramp to ramp” with all ages and abilities taking part. Passers-by stopped to check it out as there seems to be a new understanding since the Olympics got the world’s attention.
“Further enthusiasm for the new park was demonstrated by the amazing and generous prizes donated from businesses across the island such as Freshwater Parish Council, Craft Vegan Pizza Ryde, Reaper Surf Co, Teemill, Rapanui, Westwood Signs, Steve Miles Artist, Canopy and Wight Trash.
“The event was captured on an insect like drone and 360 camera, flown and shot by Steve Martin, giving a futuristic feel as the drone flew amongst the skaters. The vibe was rad; it felt like a new beginning for this corner of Skate Island. I can’t wait to welcome everyone to Canopy coming soon.”