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Reproduction Posters Now Available!

We have just re-issued 11″ x 14″ reproduction posters from the original 80s re-opening. Black print on #100 matte cover stock. Get yours now to help support the Save the Turf movement!

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Jimbo Phillips “Save the Turf” shirt AVAILABLE NOW

They’ve finally arrived! The Save the Turf shirts, drawn by Jimbo Phillips are in stock and ready to order… go scoop yours right now!

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OFFICIAL Save the Turf web store has just launched!

It’s been a small struggle getting going… but all our hard work has finally paid off. We just launched the OFFICIAL Save the Turf web store! We currently have a quality reproduction of the original Surfin’ Turf tee shirt circa … Continue reading

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Eminent Domain Update

One of our supporters submitted a link to a new article regarding the eminent domain debate regarding the land surrounding the remains of The Turf skatepark. Apparently, the redevelopment plan has been dropped. The Common Council voted unanimously Tuesday night … Continue reading

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Video: “FOX 6 Tony Hawk Speaks About The Turf Skate Park”

  Read the full article here.

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Skateboarding has left an indelible mark on American culture.

The Horizons West surf shop in Santa Monica, formerly the Zephyr shop, recently closed. But, the building had been declared a landmark in 2007, which stopped a developer from razing it and building apartments in its place. Read the full … Continue reading

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Eminent Domain Update

Facing a public outcry, the Greenfield Common Council tonight quickly halted its plans to redevelop the Interstate 894/Loomis Road area, and, in the process, quashed all talk of eminent domain. This effects the land where The Turf Skatepark is buried. … Continue reading

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Greenfield Council to Meet in Eminent Domain Case.

Greenfield business owners and residents located near the site of The Turf Skatepark have spoken out against the city’s plan to take land for public use. Even the Mayor seems to think it’s a bad idea. Watch the video here.

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Video: FOX 6 “Ted’s Take” on Protecting Our Turf

 

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Form Letter from the DOT office

You may have recieved a similar form letter response from the DOT. One of our supporters sent an articulate plea to the DOT and received this response: “Ms. Gordon, Thank you for your recent correspondence regarding the Turf Skatepark in … Continue reading

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