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Davis Skate Club Hosts Art Show Fundraiser
On March 13th, the Davis Skate Club held a fundraiser at Westside Skates in Lakewood, bringing together skate culture, art, and community for an unforgettable evening.
The event featured an art show and auction with one-of-a-kind pieces created by local skaters and artists. Guests had the chance to bid on original works, including custom skateboard decks, while also supporting the club through the purchase of T-shirts and hats.
More than just a fundraiser, the night highlighted the creativity and connection within the local skate scene. It was an awesome evening that showcased both the talent and strong community behind the Davis Skate Club.
ARGONaUT takes on ST. PATRICK’S DAY
Braving cold, snow, and windy weather, Argonaut and a team of Davis A&M students came together to participate in the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade. The students decorated Argonaut’s new PHASTAR airboat with Argonaut’s flags and other St. Patrick’s Day decorations. Despite the weather, it was a great day for the students, spectators, and all involved with the parade.
ARGONAUT EXPANDS FLEET WITH AIRBOAT AND AIRCRAFT FLEET ACQUISITIONS
Argonaut is growing its fleet with two exciting new additions that will expand student learning and real-world training opportunities.
The program recently acquired a nearly new 24-foot PHASTAR Airboat, built by 1000 Island Airboats and purchased from the Alaska State Troopers. Designed to operate on water, ice, and flooded terrain, the airboat opens the door for year-round, on-water programming and enhances PHASTAR 2543’s rescue capabilities.
Staff completed specialized training during a 1,200-mile trip to retrieve the vessel, and Argonaut is currently developing partnerships with local agencies to support emergency response efforts. The airboat has already made its public debut in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade with students onboard.
In addition, Argonaut has acquired a 1975 Piper PA-28-151 Warrior that has not been flown since 1990. Students pursuing careers as aircraft technicians will restore the plane to airworthy condition alongside a licensed technician and inspector. After initial flight hours, the aircraft will be upgraded with modern avionics before joining the fleet as a training aircraft for future pilots. It will also be maintained by student technicians as part of their hands-on learning.
Updates will be shared as both projects continue to develop in the coming months.