BEHIND THE SCENES:
Skatepark Opening at North Glynn Recreation Complex
As one who doesn’t like to stay put for too long, I was happy to be called by American Ramp Company (world’s biggest builder of skateparks) to photographically cover the opening of another park in Brunswick, Ga., earlier this month.
Wesley Davis, Brunswick’s Glynn County Recreation Director, Parks employee Steve Mellinger and County brass assembled for the grand opening of their second large-scale skatepark at the North Glynn Recreation Complex on October 1 – and, like, dude…it was a packed event.
Opening ceremony attendees were treated to an exhibition by professional skateboarder Josh Lee, who – along with two colleagues – rocked the rims of the park while the hoards in attendance nearly drooled in anticipation of having a go at the park’s double bowls and a newly designed, v-shaped structure, named the Brunswick Bow Tie in honor of the park.
Rounding out the day’s events was an extended visit by a group of semi-pro skaters from Jacksonville, who screamed through the park’s peaks and valleys with an astonishing amount of finesse.
For those who have never visited a skatepark, you’d be surprised at how polite and respectful the skaters are, making sure not to hurry or crowd folks, always keeping a safe zone between themselves and others and watching out for the little ones. Somewhat as in BMX bike racing, there is a certain collegiality among skateboarders, and I am eager to say that it impresses me.
Speaking of impressive, these amazing athletes all bounce pretty well, too. They have learned how to fall (yes, like in skiing), and a tumble that would surely send me to the hospital is slightly less than a hiccup to these guys.
While I’ve always been intrigued by extreme sports, I’m equally mesmerized by small children, and my shot of the day focuses on a fearless three year old novice skater who couldn’t seem to find any reason to not participate as fully as the more experienced concrete surfers. (And if you don’t fall in love with his adorable little face, then I don’t know what gives!)
Finally, for those who would like to purchase images of themselves at the park’s opening, HERE IS THE LINK , where you’ll find many, many more images than what I’ve attached to this post.
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Park Information:
North Glynn Recreation Complex
618 Harry Driggers Blvd
Brunswick, GA 31520
Hours of Operation:
8:00 am to 6:00 pm
8:00 am to 8:00 pm during Daylight Savings Time
Skatepark Features:
1/2 Pipe Section
5′ and 8′ 1/4 Pipe
Plaza Elements including stairs, ramps, rails, ledges, and boxes
Pyramid
360 Volcano
2 Bowl sections with volcano and ledge
Brunswick Bow Tie
Covered Bleachers
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