16-Year-Old Lifeguard Ryder Williams Saves Boy in Massive Santa Cruz Surf

A viral rescue at Seabright State Beach demonstrates how quickly ocean conditions can change and why trained lifeguards, preparation, and respect for the water remain essential. Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz, California. File photo by Josta Photo via Wikimedia Commons , licensed under CC BY 2.0 . Cropped from the original. A day at the … Continue reading 16-Year-Old Lifeguard Ryder Williams Saves Boy in Massive Santa Cruz Surf

Why Surfers Are Drawn to Alaska Heli-Skiing

The ocean and the mountains speak a surprisingly similar language. Both reward patience, awareness and respect for forces much larger than ourselves. For surfers searching for a new kind of adventure, Alaska heli-skiing offers the same feeling of freedom, uncertainty and connection to nature that draws us back to the water. Surfers spend their lives … Continue reading Why Surfers Are Drawn to Alaska Heli-Skiing

How to Choose a Career That Lets You Surf Every Day

How to Choose a Career That Lets You Surf Every Day

If you’ve spent any time in the lineup, you’ve probably noticed a pattern: the people paddling out daily, catching every set, and living the dream aren’t your typical office dwellers. They’re the contractors—plumbers, electricians, handymen—the ones who set their own schedules and take advantage of perfect conditions whenever they arise. What’s the secret? Flexibility. Take … Continue reading How to Choose a Career That Lets You Surf Every Day

Estate Planning for Life’s Ride

Surfing Through Life’s Waves: Lessons in Estate Planning

Life is like the ocean, offering waves that ebb and flow with endless unpredictability. Sometimes, we encounter calm seas; other times, we’re faced with towering swells. For those of us who enjoy the art of surfing, we know the ocean teaches us powerful lessons—about adaptability, preparation, and finding joy even amidst the chaos. But have … Continue reading Surfing Through Life’s Waves: Lessons in Estate Planning

Riding the Waves of Marriage: When Surfing Becomes a Tide Too Strong

The sun sets, casting a golden hue across the ocean’s surface. As surfers ride the final waves of the day, there’s a peace and freedom in that solitary dance with nature. But as surf enthusiasts will attest, the call of the sea can sometimes overshadow the call of the heart. Balancing one’s passion with marital … Continue reading Riding the Waves of Marriage: When Surfing Becomes a Tide Too Strong

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Surfboard Brands Reuse Foam Dust to Protect the Environment – Surf Community Aims to Recycle 250,000 Pounds in First Year

Awesome! VIA – PR WEB Surfboard Brands Reuse Foam Dust to Protect the Environment – Surf Community Aims to Recycle 250,000 Pounds in First Year It is no secret that the surf community has battled the challenge of what to do with leftover polyurethane dust, which is the result of shaping a surfboard from a … Continue reading Surfboard Brands Reuse Foam Dust to Protect the Environment – Surf Community Aims to Recycle 250,000 Pounds in First Year

Boy Describes Encounter With Shark In Del Mar – Cameron Bishop, 12, Says Shark Bumped Him Off Surfboard

VIA – 10NEWS SAN DIEGO Boy Describes Encounter With Shark In Del Mar Cameron Bishop, 12, Says Shark Bumped Him Off Surfboard POSTED: 6:04 pm PDT August 26, 2011 UPDATED: 6:53 pm PDT August 26, 2011 SAN DIEGO — A 12-year-old boy spoke to 10News about his encounter with a massive shark in Del Mar. … Continue reading Boy Describes Encounter With Shark In Del Mar – Cameron Bishop, 12, Says Shark Bumped Him Off Surfboard