Surf Legend Corky Carroll Writes About His Skateboarding Son

Corky probably doesn't even remember this...back in the mid 1980's when I was working as a consultant for Surfer Publications he let me camp out in his guest house.

Ok, on to the real story. Corky's son Tanner is hoping to become a professional skateboarder, so being the good dad, Corky set out to learn more about the pro skate scene. See what he found out.

Six Hundred Needy Kids Get Early Christmas Presents From Etnies

LAKE FOREST – When Daniel Gonzalez unwrapped his new Etnies skate shoes, he had his plans set. "I'm going to wear them to school tomorrow," said the 10-year-old Anaheim boy – his eyes bright with joy. He had just gotten out of foster care from Orangewood Children's Foundation and rejoined his mother and three siblings. "They're the style everyone wears at school. I had some but they don't fit anymore."

On Wednesday, Daniel was among 600 needy children who crowded Etnies Skate Park for the fourth annual Holiday Festival. Each child got a box of new Etnies sports shoes, posed with Santa and Mrs. Claus for photos while local pro skaters wowed them with tricks. Complete story here.

The Skateboarder's Journal applaudes Etnies for this generous gesture.