Sk8'ers 4 life!

Our final challenge for Leg 1 was visiting the Jolie Crider Memorial Skate Park. We had planned to meet another team that was unable to make it at the last minute, but the Newshounds don't let the little technicalities like that spoil our fun. This was our first visit to the skate park and Paige's first time on roller blades (if it's not apparent from her many falls, sorry Paige). That's partly why we picked the Jolie park b/c what better excuse than the amazing race to explore new territory?

We headed to the skate park straight after work, which made it all the more apparent to park regulars just how out of place we were. "Hey, are you guys therapists?" one kid asked. "There was a group of therapists here yesterday." Apparently in our everyday dress the Newshounds look like members of the mental health profession.

As our pictures tell, Paige, although an inline skating rookie, attempted many more daring stunts than me. My biggest risk was attempting to go up on of the shallowest ramps in the park. However, she paid the price, paid the price. I'm bruise free. Plus we had our trusty helmet, which I decided to use to "break the skate park rules" in one photo. Paige, on the other hand, took a more fun-loving approach to the helmet picture.

All in all, we had a good time as we have in all the challenges. Can't wait for Saturday's Block Party!