On April 2, 2020, Lost Hills Sheriff’s station deputies were flagged down by lifeguards regarding a male adult in the water, disobeying lifeguard orders to exit the water.

The suspect remained in the water paddle boarding for approximately 30-40 minutes. LASD boat was brought in from Marina Del Rey Station, once the Sheriff’s boat arrived on scene, the suspect complied and swam to shore.

The suspect was arrested for Disobeying a Lifeguard 17.12.115 LACC and Violation of Government Code 8665. The suspect was transported to Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station where he was booked and released on a promise to appear.

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Here's a follow up to The Standup Paddleboarder Gives Chase, Gets Arrested story.

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Some standup paddleboarder had a Lifegaurd and police boat chasing him around Surfrider today.

He was cuffed and taken away.

It was all strammed live on the BROTHERS MARSHALL Intagram Story

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First Ever high speed Police S.U.P. PURSUIT??? MALIBU WE LOVE YOU!!!

A post shared by BROTHERS MARSHALL (@brothers_marshall) on Apr 2, 2020 at 4:44pm PDT

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For the month of March, we got a ton of surf photos from a bunch of days at different spots, from Venice up to County Line.

Below is the list of Surf Spots with the days we got photos for during the entire month of March. Each link will take you to the page with a few surf photos and at the bottom of those photos there will be a link to that photographer's gallery where you can find all the surf photos for that day (many times there's well over 100 photos to check out). Most of these photographers offer high-res downloads and prints for sale.

County Line

County Line - Wednesday 3-11-2020


Leo Carrillo

Leo Carrillo - Saturday 3-7-2020
Leo Carrillo - Sunday 3-8-2020
Leo Carrillo - Tuesday 3-17-2020
Leo Carrillo - Tuesday Evening 3-17-2020


Zeros

Zero's - Monday 3-2-2020
Zeros - Thursday 3-12-2020
Zeros - Tuesday Evening 3-17-2020
Zeros - Saturday Evening 3-14-202


Topanga

Topanga - Tuesday 3-24-2020


Venice Pier

Venice Pier - Saturday 3-21-2020
Venice Pier - Sunday 3-22-2020


Wanna see last month's Photo Gallery Recap?
Click February Surf Spot Photos Recap

The dude from the movie Superbad and one of Will Smith's kids (pictured above) are each making headlines internationally on all the main-stream media sites (MSN, Daily Mail, etc...) for surfing "Malibu" during the Stay At Home Order. They're becoming the "faces of surfer rebellion in the time of Coronavirus!", according to Beach Grit.

Not that any of us care, but it's a local surf story (kind of), so why not post about it.

The Superbad dude was actually at Sunset, but to those reporters, any place north of Will Rogers has to be called Malibu.

Other than that, if you're also a skater, Superbad dude made a cool movie about being a skater in the 1990's. It's called Mid90s and it's free to watch on Amazon if you have Amazon Prime .

ChrisDidThis shoots a lot of surf photos at many of the Malibu spots. He has set up a GofundME page to help support his surf photography:

Surfers!
Can you help me share those moments of that sweet adrenal high coming off a lip, on the nose, or cutting up the face? Let's get you an image of glory and grace that can be displayed on MagicSeaWeed, other communities or your coffee mug and reflected upon in dryer times to inspire strength and joy. Let's get pics of people doing what they love into the world !

Challenge: It takes better gear to get better photos/video. An upgrade from my old Canon 650D to a Canon 80D camera in very good condition runs almost $800, but there's also extra batteries, gas, better software, filters... Seriously, the 80D's better Auto-focus and dynamic range will give us better views of those tremendous moments in the wild wet crush! I've already invested in serious lenses and other gear, but you know what sand and salty spray do to things



It's great to be able to contribute to the surfing community. You can already download your pics for free at : https://chrisdidthis.smugmug.com/

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In Addition to the closure of all beach parking lots, the City Of Malibu is going to pu parking rsstrictions on PCH and other streets in Malibu. Here is the official statement:

The City of Malibu, in cooperation with Caltrans, will post 'No Parking' signs along sections of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and on certain City streets to support restrictions on beach and trail access, and to prevent violation of the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer’s order that closed all beaches from Malibu through the South Bay effective March 27 to April 19.

The areas where parking will be prohibited are:
• Malibu Bluffs Park parking lot
• Las Flores Creek Park and parking lots on Las Flores Cyn Rd and Rambla Pacifico
• Trancas Cyn Park parking lot
• South side of PCH along Zuma Beach
• South side of PCH near Corral Cyn Rd (end of Malibu Rd to Corral Cyn Rd)
• South side of PCH at Las Tunas Beach
• South side of PCH at Paradise Cove (Sea Lane Dr to Paradise Cove Rd)
• North side of PCH near Winding Way (between East Winding Way and West Winding Way)
• South side of PCH between Dan Blocker Beach parking lot and Latigo Shore Dr
• South side of Westward Beach Rd
• Cliffiside Dr near the Nature Preserve Trail



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UPDATED - LA Beaches & Harbors made this statement:

What does it mean when beaches are closed?

NO swimming
NO surfing
NO running
NO picnics
NO bicycling
NO volleyball


The LACoFD Lifeguard Division made this statement:

"Effective immediately, all Los Angeles County Beaches will be closed until at least April, 19th by the Order of the Public Health Officer.

The Los Angeles County Fire Departmental Lifeguard Division will continue to patrol the beaches to advise unknowing patrons of this new closure. All public piers, public beach parking lots, beach bike paths, and beach access points will be closed to reduce beach and bike path crowding and increase social distancing. We urge the public to #stayhome and practice #socialdistancing when conducting essential activities. Do your part to slow the spread of COVID-19. We’re all in this together. Stay home to save lives."

When asked if surfing was still allowed, they say to read their comment about clarification on the term beach, which is:

17.12.030 - Beach.
"Beach" means a public beach or shoreline area, inclusive of all appurtenant areas such as, by way of illustration and not by limitation, beach facilities, bicycle paths, promenades, service and emergency roads, parking lots, pedestrian stairways and access-ways, landscaping, slopes, jetties, creek beds, revetments, drains, and all navigable waters within one thousand feet from the public beach or shoreline area, bordering the Pacific Ocean owned, controlled, or managed by the County, in incorporated or unincorporated territory.
(Ord. 2012-0005 § 15, 2012: Ord. 9767

So it appears they are stating, without directly stating it, is that you are not allowed to surf in LA County till at least April 15th.

We will keep up on this as it develops.

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“The crowds we saw at our beaches last weekend were unacceptable,” Supervisor Janice Hahn said in a written statement. “In order to save lives, beaches in LA County will be temporarily closed.”

The order goes into effect “immediately” and runs through April 19, 2020, according to the L.A. County Department of public health.

Officials said beaches will reopen when public health officials deem it safe.

“We cannot risk another sunny weekend with crowds at the beach spreading this virus,” Hahn said.

In less than a week, confirmed COVID-19 cases in L.A. County have more than tripled, climbing from 409 to 1,465 as of Friday, according to Barbara Ferrer, the director the L.A. County Department of Public Health.

“I ask that you help us by not going to out beaches and not going on our hiking trails at least for the next few weeks while we, again, try desperately to slow the spread of COVID-19,” Ferrer told residents in a news conference Thursday.

The public health order also applies to piers, promenades and beach bike paths and bathrooms across the county, officials said.

LACoFD Lifeguard Division add:
The Los Angeles County Lifeguards will continue to patrol the beaches to advise unknowing patrons of this new closure. All public piers, public beach parking lots, beach bike paths, and beach access points will also be closed to reduce beach and bike path crowding. We urge the public to stay home and practice social distancing when conducting essential activities. Do your part to slow the spread of COVID-19. We’re all in this together.

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Malibu City Website just released this update:

The #Malibu Pier, including shops and restaurants on it, and the parking lot, will be closed to the public effective Wednesday, March 25, 2020 in order to prevent crowding amidst the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to help slow the spread of the virus and protect vulnerable groups. “Crowding on beaches and trails or anywhere right now is not acceptable, it does not help us to slow the spread of coronavirus and it puts seniors and vulnerable groups at risk,” Mayor Karen Farrer. “I know how difficult it is have to stay home, and getting outdoors, getting exercise and enjoying nature are an important part of physical and mental wellness. But we all must come together and practice social distancing at all times to overcome this challenge.” Malibu City Manager Reva Feldman coordinated with California State Parks to have the Malibu Pier, which is a State Parks facility, closed until further notice after the Pier and Malibu area beaches and trails were crowded with visitors during the weekend of March 21.

The Governor's stay at home order requires all people statewide to stay home except for essential business, and to practice social distancing while outdoors or in essential stores or businesses that remain open. Seniors and those with underlying health conditions must stay home.

The City Manager also coordinated with State and County elected officials to close Malibu area beach parking lots. On March 24, state official responded to crowding on beaches and trails and on March 24, California State Parks closed most of its park parking lots, although many parks and trails remain open, as long as people practice social distancing. The Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) closed all of its trails and parks on March 24.

For more information about the City of Malibu’s coronavirus response, visit www.MalibuCity.org/coronavirus .

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Need something to watch during the lockdown, check out this pro surfing championship contest from 1987 that was held at Surfrider Beach.

WINNER: Dino Andino (19 years old)
With: Mike Lambresi, Jim Hogan, Scott Daley, Craig Comen, Joey Buran, Bud Llamas, Chuy Reyna, Jeff Baldwin, Chris Burke, Colby Outlaw, Jeff Booth
WOMEN: Kim Mearig (winner), Jorja Smith, Tricia Gill, & Liz Benavidez
LONGBOARD: J Riddle (winner) Israel Paskowitz, Jonathon Paskowitz & Jeff Higgenbotham
BODYBOARD: Ben Seveson (winner), Mike Stewart, Kevin Cev & Keith Sasaki

Because of all the crowds at almost every park this past weekend, Los Angeles County just released this update regarding hiking:

"Hiking trails in LA County will be closed. You may walk/run in your neighborhood for fresh air and exercise. Stay *at least* 6 feet away from others when you leave home."

No update on the beaches from Los Angeles County

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Malibu City Website just released this update:

The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Dept will be closing beach parking lots in Malibu today in order to prevent crowding and to allow for social distancing to help slow the spread of coronavirus and protect vulnerable groups.

Over the weekend, large numbers of people seeking to enjoy outdoor areas were crowding the beaches, trails and Malibu Pier.

The beach lots that will be closed effective immediately include:
Topanga
Surfrider
Corral Canyon
Point Dume
Zuma
El Matador
La Piedra
Nicolas Canyon
Leo Carrillo

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The two photos below from Jennifer Denicola and Andy Lyon have been making the rounds on social media, they show how crowded Malibu was on Saturday.



Which is probably why the Malibu City Website just released this update:

County updated Safer at Home Order. Please follow County orders: stay home to slow the spread of Coronavirus & protect vulnerable groups. Contact City Hall if you need help. Public must social distance while on beaches & trails.

The City is receiving reports of large numbers of people enjoying the outdoor resources in the Malibu area such as trails and beaches (as they are elsewhere in the County). The County order requires that social distancing (6 feet between people) be practiced at all times while outdoors, including in the grocery store, on the beach or on the trails.

The City does not own or operate the County beaches, California State Parks, Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority trails and parks, or the State-owned Malibu Pier and Point Dume Nature Preserve, or National Park Service owned areas including Solstice Canyon. . The City shares the concerns about the need to limit visitors and crowds. The City is working with State and County elected officials and urging them to address the issue of people not abiding by social distancing guidelines while using outdoor spaces and stay at home orders.  

The City of Malibu urges all residents to follow the County Order and stay home in order to slow the spread of Coronavirus and protect vulnerable groups. Vulnerable groups, including seniors and people with underlying health conditions must stay home. The County Order does not prohibit people from outdoor activities such as hiking, walking, shopping at essential businesses, so long as all persons practice the County’s guidelines on social distancing and handwashing.  

The public may report violations of the County order to the County Public Health Officer: (888) 700-9995 (8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.). Email: Ehmail@ph.lacounty.gov.


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Steve~O from Jackass takes some guy named Poopies surfing County Line and Sunset, and tome cruising around Malibu in his van.

Here's some surf photos from Tuesday evening, March 17th at Leo Carrillo. These were taken from around 6:00PM till about 7:00PM. This set was shot by ChrisDidThis.

These are just a few of the photos from this session. If you were out there, you probably got some surfing shots, probably multiple photos, they will be in the complete photo gallery for this day, check them out, the link to the gallery is down below.










You can find more photos from this session, all full size and in high-resolution, in this photo gallery:

Leo Carrillo - Tuesday Evening 3-17-2020 Photo Gallery


If you were out there, we probably got some cool surfing shots of you, go check them out!

Wanna see photos from previous days at this and other local surf spots?
Click Surf Spot Galleries and look for the spot and then the date.

Here's some surf photos from Tuesday, March 17th at Leo Carrillo. These were taken from around 8:00AM till about 10:00AM. This set was shot by ChrisDidThis.

These are just a few of the photos from this session. If you were out there, you probably got some surfing shots, probably multiple photos, they will be in the complete photo gallery for this day, check them out, the link to the gallery is down below.










You can find more photos from this session, all full size and in high-resolution, in this photo gallery:

Leo Carrillo - Tuesday 3-17-2020 Photo Gallery


If you were out there, we probably got some cool surfing shots of you, go check them out!

Wanna see photos from previous days at this and other local surf spots?
Click Surf Spot Galleries and look for the spot and then the date.

The Mighty Under Dogs and the Malibu Foundation have established the COVID-19 Response Form to ensure essential services for community members who find themselves at the intersection of being most vulnerable to the virus and most impacted by inequity. As of current, we are supporting errand running for food and medicine.

The foundation's promise is to be a catalyst and to fight inequity by creating systems where all people can thrive. At this critical time, investing in continuing access to food, hygiene, shelter, and other services for the most vulnerable is important to keeping the entire community healthy. As of current, we are supporting errand running for food and medicine.

We are offering our help to those who are most vulnerable: the elderly, immunocompromised, quarantined, immobile or otherwise unable to leave their homes.

The Mighty Under Dogs will be sending volunteers door-to-door to deliver groceries, water, medications, pet food, etc. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please fill out the form below:

www.themalibufoundation.org/cv19

OR Text COVID to 833-407-0117



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