Go Skateboard Day was originally proposed by Don Brown and officially created by the International Association of Skateboard Companies in 2004. The event occurs annually on June 21, and Brown is reported to have wanted to create the day as a way to raise awareness about the sport.
Kolby Paddock, from Butte, performs a frontside air on national Go Skateboard Day on Friday, June 21, 2024 at the Butte Skate Park. Originally proposed by Don Brown, Go Skateboard Day occurs annually on June 21 and Brown is reported to have wanted to create the day as a way to raise awareness about the sport.
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Tyrese LeProwse performs a kick flip on national Go Skateboard Day on Friday, June 21, 2024 at the Butte Skate Park. Originally proposed by Don Brown, Go Skateboard Day occurs annually on June 21 and Brown is reported to have wanted to create the day as a way to raise awareness about the sport.
Joseph Scheller is a photojournalist at the Montana Standard and can be reached at: joseph.scheller@mtstandard.com