Spohn Ranch Covers the Benefits of Skateparks

This is a great, one-stop shop read to an overview of six great reasons to support public skateparks. Here’s the TL;DR:

1. Skateparks reduce illicit behavior.

2. Skateparks provide a safe environment for skateboarding.

3. Skateparks reduce damage to private property.

4. Skateboarding has significant physical health benefits.

5. Skateboarding has significant mental health benefits.

6. Skateparks have a positive economic impact.

Read the whole post over at Spohn Ranch’s website.