05/19/2026
Finishing off our bios of people who were integral in the DIY skatepark. This is a long one- a family post. -Also a little weird to write about myself (Laura) in third person.
Laura Roberts, originally from Kalispell, MT has been living in Ocean View for the last decade and engaging in areas ranging from creating homeschool programs to volunteering her time for the disc golf course and Ocean View Skatepark. She helped advocate for a skatepark in her hometown over 25 years ago back in her skater days, and spearheaded the DIY Skatepark project in Ocean View, coordinating the build, fundraising, materials procurement, county contact, grant writing, rock picking, providing meals, posts on Facebook, and all other aspects of running the non profit.
The process to build the originally planned skatepark was so long, and felt defeating at times, so she pitched the idea of a DIY skatepark to the county in October of 2024, saying this could serve as an immediate space that could be used by skaters of all ages and levels and then transition to the keiki skate space when the bigger park is eventually built.
She also planned and organized the Grand opening party for the skatepark and plans to do future events for the community.
She is a fiber artist by trade, has 4 kids, all of which are homeschooled (one graduated), runs a homeschool electives program for over 50 students, and volunteers around the community wherever she sees a need.
She is solar powered and enjoys beach time, swing dancing, hiking with her family, and playing music.
Izzy Roberts, 15, has been working at the skatepark as many days as he is able on top of his college and high school classes. He has put over 120 hours in just the last few months. Homeschooling has allowed him to work long days at the park and then do school on evenings and weekends. He is always helping manage the booth at fundraisers as well. He enjoys skating, fishing, surfing, leatherworking, and woodworking. He’s super stoked to finally have a skatepark close by after 9 long years of waiting. (photo courtesy of Paul Dagdag)
Micah Roberts, 13, has helped in many various aspects of the park build. He picked many many rocks, helped make lunches and dinners for the crew, fundraising, soliciting donations, and provides lots of support and help with a happy heart where needed. He enjoys playing video games, the drums, piano, and the ocarina. Now, he is picking up a new hobby of skating!
Fierra Roberts, 16, is the artistic one! She designed both the disc golf and the new “Kahuku Grind” logos. She also provides a lot of support such as picking up supplies from Kona and Hilo, helping make food for the crew, and other various tasks. She is attending Hilo Community College and will be graduating next year from High School and college with an Associates in Arts. She enjoys all things art, hanging with her cat Nikko, and listening to music.
Adam Roberts, Laura’s husband, is the one behind the scenes. He dyes the shirts for our fundraisers, works on the computer, and supports in every way possible. He enjoys reading, dice games, beach days, hiking, and building things.
Asa Roberts, 22, now lives on his own property and works full time in Kona. He was very involved in volunteering years ago with the skatepark project. He has been busy working off island the last few years, but still finds ways to help out here and there now that he is back. He enjoys hiking, gaming, and beach time.
