Outdoor skating is great because it gets you out into the world where you will do something beyond skate in a circle like you would at traditional indoor skating rinks. When you skate at a park, you may see wildlife, other people, and even perhaps near a lake. These outdoor skate session events are enjoyable for all who attend, as long as you are prepared to host it properly.
Hosting a Skate Event
You may think that hosting an event is easy. You simply pick a place, invite people, and have fun. In many ways this is true. There are always skaters who may be looking for a fun time out doing what they love the most. However, you have to pick a place that is easily accessible, invite some friends who may also want to invite people, and give everyone plenty of time to plan for that day of skating. Not everyone who will want to come will be able to clear their schedule for this weekend. You increase the chances of a successful skate if you can plan it out a month or more in advance. However, even this isn’t enough for you to simply say have fun. You must also add items that will keep skaters safe and comfortable while skating.
Safety and Convenience
Your skaters will want some things provided. This may include portable food vendors for people who want to have a snack before, during, or after the event. You will have to check with your county to find out how to get a snack truck on the site since most places require special permits and licenses for food services. You need to make sure that they will provide drinks, especially water, as well. Another great idea for the comfort of skaters is to have a portable toilet option available to them.
Lights are also good, especially if you will be skating in the early morning or evening when it may still be dark. It is also wise on a nature trail that may become filled with shadows easier than a park. This can be tricky as well since you may not be allowed to disturb the park or trails without consent from the park owners. Orange cones can ensure skaters stay on the right path and avoid hazardous areas. When you have people skating, you have to clean up the area to ensure that they will not be injured by a pebble or a stick. As a final thought, you may also want to rope off the skate area in some way to let people who are not skating know that skaters are nearby.
Your Efforts Will Pay Off
It may sound like a lot of effort to pull off a pop-up skating event, but the effort is very much worth it to all who will attend. The more effort you put into it, the more successful it will be. As an added bonus, if you throw it together and only a few people show up; next time you will be able to expect a lot more.