Professional skateboarder Brandon Turner sat down with Fox 5 San Diego to talk about something a lot deeper than tricks and contests - fentanyl awareness and mental health.
The conversation highlighted the importance of looking out for each other, especially within the skateboarding community, where drug use and emotional struggles are often overlooked.
Turner used the interview to shed light on the June 21st event at Linda Vista Skatepark. It's not just another Go Skateboarding Day gathering, he and his team are bringing live music, giveaways, and cash-for-tricks contests, while also connecting people with mental health resources and addiction recovery support.
In his Instagram post promoting the event, Turner wrote:
“Thank you #fox5sandiego for having us on discussing#fentanyl awareness our event for go skateboarding day June 21st at the Linda vista skatepark from 10-2. We hope to see you there live music giveaways and cash for tricks!!resources and more. Hope to see you there..”
Turner's commitment to recovery isn't just talk. Through his business, Westside Recovery, he’s helped other skaters get clean and stay on a healthier path.
His story carries weight. He’s lived it. That’s part of what makes his message resonate so strongly with those who know what it’s like to fall and get back up, both on and off the board.
The Linda Vista event aims to be more than just fun. It’s a chance to check in, connect, and remind each other that help is real and available. Turner’s efforts continue to show how skateboarding can bring people together in more ways than one.