Scott Shinn
Scott lives with his son Bryan in their 500 square foot house in Ballard. He just walks a lot these days, but has also enjoyed skateboarding, running, skiing, wrestling, cycling and mountaineering. A former debate coach and English teacher turned computer programmer, Scott co-founded Parents for Skateparks with Kate Martin and has been maintaining this web site ever since.
You can hear his origin story here and here in Seattle: 21st Century City, a 2024 documentary by David Gardner. Scott has participated in a variety of local and national skate advocacy campaigns and committees.







