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Bo Derek backs Calif. bill banning shark-fin trade

The original beach babe… VIA – SACRAMENTO BEE Bo Derek backs Calif. bill banning shark-fin trade By DON THOMPSON Associated Press Published: Monday, Aug. 15, 2011 – 12:38 pm Last Modified: Monday, Aug. 15, 2011 – 3:08 pm SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Actress Bo Derek won’t be ordering shark-fin soup anytime soon. She joined lawmakers at … Continue reading Bo Derek backs Calif. bill banning shark-fin trade →

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Corpus Christi surfboard shaper crafts rides of a lifetime – Local art teacher masters his craft in custom surfboards

VIA – CALLER Corpus Christi surfboard shaper crafts rides of a lifetime Local art teacher masters his craft in custom surfboards By Clay Thorp Posted August 14, 2011 at 11:42 p.m. CORPUS CHRISTI — Jason Comstock is a sculptor, painter and craftsman, but you won’t find his artwork displayed in any gallery or exhibit. Instead, … Continue reading Corpus Christi surfboard shaper crafts rides of a lifetime – Local art teacher masters his craft in custom surfboards →

Commentary, East Coast Surf Report, Editorials, nj surf report, United States, USA

Shark sightings at N.J. beaches not isolated incidents

VIA – NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM Shark sightings at N.J. beaches not isolated incidents Monday, 15 August 2011 14:04 BY BOB HOLT NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM A somewhat reoccurring pattern took place once again at a New Jersey beach Friday when Long Branch police said swimmers were evacuated from a Long Branch beach after unconfirmed shark sighting reports. According to NJ.com, … Continue reading Shark sightings at N.J. beaches not isolated incidents →

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Surfer Sparky Hudson returns to Hermosa Beach

Check out all the legends in this photo!… VIA – EASY RIDER Sparky Hudson’s ‘60s surf crew (left to right, seated) Karen Kruse, John Teague, Hap Jacobs and Henry Ford. (Standing) Kenny Brown and his wife, Lance Carson, Bruce Ehlers, Abel Ybarra, Sparky Hudson, Bob Markland, Marie Case, Steve Wilkings, Kiki Folley, Bruce Herman, Griff … Continue reading Surfer Sparky Hudson returns to Hermosa Beach →

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World’s richest skateboarding event will take place in South Africa, the first country to host Maloof Money Cup skateboard competition outside of the United States.

Let’s see you up this one Dyrdek! VIA – THE NEW AGE – ZA Skateboarding countdown The world’s richest skateboarding event will take place in Kimberley, making South Africa the first country to host the Maloof Money Cup skateboard competition outside of the United States. Ishmael Modiba The world’s richest skateboarding event will take place … Continue reading World’s richest skateboarding event will take place in South Africa, the first country to host Maloof Money Cup skateboard competition outside of the United States. →

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Klamath River whale hit by boat – Dottie's pissed!

Get em Dottie! VIA – REDDING BLOGS Klamath River whale update for 8-14-2011 Sunday, August 14, 2011 It has happened! A collision between a boat of onlookers and Mama (see photo). The “accident” was seen by everyone on the bridge and it’s not certain whether Mama was hurt. The boat quickly left, but to everyone’s … Continue reading Klamath River whale hit by boat – Dottie's pissed! →

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Photos: Gerard Butler practices for 'Mavericks' surf movie in Malibu (from today)

He’s going to need a lot of practice to surf like Frosty… VIA – JUSTJARED Gerard Butler: Morning Coffee & Afternoon Surfing! Gerard Butler chats on his cellphone as he picks up a cup of coffee and the Los Angeles Times on Sunday morning (August 14) in Malibu, Calif. Later in the day, the 41-year-old … Continue reading Photos: Gerard Butler practices for 'Mavericks' surf movie in Malibu (from today) →

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Feds block Jet Skis at Ocean Beach surfing contest – Rip Curl Pro Ocean Beach, San Francisco

VIA – OCEAN BEACH BULLETIN Feds block Jet Skis at Ocean Beach surfing contest Posted by Tom Prete on 9/15/11 Surfers in the Rip Curl Pro Search surfing contest scheduled for Ocean Beach in November will have to paddle out and catch waves just like the Kelly’s Cove locals, as the National Park Service has … Continue reading Feds block Jet Skis at Ocean Beach surfing contest – Rip Curl Pro Ocean Beach, San Francisco →