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etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest facts for kids
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| Type | Skatepark |
| Location | 20028 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California, U.S. |
| Area | 62,000 sq ft (5,800 m2) |
| Established | 2003 |
| Operated by | City of Lake Forest |
The etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest is a super cool public skatepark in Lake Forest, California, USA. It's known for being the biggest free skatepark in California! This huge park covers more than 62,000 square feet (5,800 m2), which is about the size of a football field.
The City of Lake Forest owns and runs the skatepark. If you live in Lake Forest or Foothill Ranch, you can get a free ID card to use the park. If you don't live there, you'll need to pay $15 for your ID card. Safety first! Everyone using the park must wear a helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads. Also, only people riding or approved photographers are allowed inside the park area.
Park History and Growth
The etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest first opened its ramps and rails on December 13, 2003. It was a special project created by the city of Lake Forest and the shoe company etnies. The park was designed by a company called SITE Design Group, which helps plan cool urban spaces.
In 2009, there was exciting news: the skatepark would get even bigger! Plans were made to add about 25,000 square feet (2,300 m2) more space. This expansion would make it one of the largest skateparks in the whole country and definitely the biggest in California. The expansion cost around $632,500. It was finished and celebrated with a special event on August 20, 2011.
The skatepark has even won awards! In August 2010, OC Parenting Magazine named Etnies the best skatepark of the year. This was its fourth win in a row! You might have even seen the etnies skatepark in video games like Skate 2.
Awesome Events and Activities
The etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest isn't just for skating; it hosts lots of fun events! You can join summer camps, watch outdoor movies, or even learn how to make films. They also have special skateboard camps, overnight camp outs, and private lessons. If you're new to skating, you can take skateboarding classes too!
Scott Stewart helps manage all the park's programs, events, and fundraising. In May 2010, the skatepark teamed up with professional skateboarder Ryan Sheckler for a contest. All the money raised went to help the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grants wishes for children with critical illnesses.
In July 2010, the park hosted its 6th annual Riverbed Cleanup. This event helped clean up the area around the park. Volunteers, including people from Home Depot and the Boy Scouts, removed about 1,500 pounds (680 kg) of trash and dirt from nearby Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park and California State Route 241. The National Scholastic Skating League also holds competitions at the park for middle school and high school skateboarding teams.