#Skatepark Shepherds
Red Frogs launched a program in 2017 called Skatepark Shepherds.
The Skatepark Shepherds program is where a group of people who have a heart for their local community care for locals at their skatepark. They act as a positive peer influence while creating environments where people can thrive and fulfil their potential in life. The vision is to see a Skatepark Shepherd team in every skatepark across Australia and beyond, serving and safeguarding a generation.
#WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE
WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE
- A team as simple as 4 people
- Regularly going into a local skatepark for 1-2 hours
- Connecting and talking with those at the skatepark
- Handing out red frog lollies/icy poles, hosting a hydration station and/or putting on a BBQ cookup
#PURPOSE
01
Aid in developing safe and positive skateboarding communities
02
Help create a sense of ownership in the locals to take care of the skatepark and the people in it
03
Be a listening ear
04
Help people feel accepted and valued
05
Refer those at the skatepark to professional services where required
#Participating Skateparks
Godbowl, Carindale QLD
Atherton Skate Park, QLD
Elder St Skate Park, Nambour QLD
Alexandra Headland Skate Park, QLD
Bracken Ridge Skate Plaza, QLD
Bateman's Bay Skate Park, NSW
Charlestown Skate Park, NSW
Esplanade Skate Plaza Cairns, QLD
Redcliffe Skate Park, QLD
Runaway Bay Skate Park, QLD
Pizzey Park, Miami QLD
Logan Village Skate Park, QLD
Maryborough, QLD
Windale Skatepark, NSW
Tugun Skatepark, QLD
#BECOME A SKATEPARK SHEPHERD IN YOUR AREA
The Origins
Skatepark Shepherds is a Red Frogs Board Riders initiative. Red Frogs Board Riders is the longest-running Red Frogs program, originating in 1989 when founder Andy Gourley (the original Skatepark Shepherd) began connecting with local skaters. This led to the establishment of multiple Board Riders clubs and the creation of "The Godbowl", our very own skatepark in 2005. Through this initial skatepark outreach, Red Frogs was born.