Stronghold Society Explained

The Stronghold Society is a non-profit organization that advocates for skateboarding, with a focus on creating and sustaining skateparks in Native American communities.^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]}

Organization

The Stronghold Society was founded by Walt Pourier, Mark "Monk" Hubbard, James Murphy, and Jeff Ament.^[6] Pourier is the current executive director of the organization.

Wounded Knee Four Directions Skatepark Program

Walt and the Stronghold Society teamed up with Wounded Knee Skateboards to bring the Wounded Knee 4-Directions Skatepark to kids on Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota. The park opened in Pine Ridge Village in 2011.

Arts programs

The Stronghold Society runs arts programs for youth.^[7]

Mental health campaigns

The organization also runs media campaigns promoting youth mental health.

External links

• Official website
• STRONGER TOGETHER | Up Mountain Switchel x Stronghold Society

Notes and References

1. Web site: 2017-11-24. "Stronger Together" Documentary Tribute To Stronghold Society. 2020-08-31. Juice Magazine. en-US.
2. Web site: Lakota Country Times: Skate competition moves to Pine Ridge. 2020-08-31. Indianz.
3. Web site: Stronghold Society Benefit Show Featuring The Enigma Things to do in Denver. 2020-08-31. Time Out Denver. en.
4. Web site: Groovey. 2014-09-02. Walt Pourier: Artist Stronghold for Native Youth. 2020-08-31. AdobeAirstream. en-US.
5. Web site: 2013-03-28. SKATE OR DIE. 2020-08-31. Juice Magazine. en-US.
6. Web site: 18 April 2016. Skateboarding For Peace of Mind.
7. Web site: 2019-12-02. Episode 35 – How It Happened: Pine Ridge with Walt Pourier. 2020-08-31. Tony Hawk Foundation. en-US.