By Erik Sietsema
This year's Big Sandy Skate Jam included an art show fundraiser, a new addition to the annual skateboarding event. The 16th annual gathering draws skaters from across the country - and in some cases the world - and serves the dual purpose of giving skateboarders a chance to share their passion for the sport while raising money for local skate park improvements. The art show was a new feature this year, giving artists and enthusiasts an outlet to express themselves while raising funds for the third-phase expansion of the Big Sandy Skate Park. The Skate Jam is organized by Monta...