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The average water temps as of October 28th.


Boardriders Malibu is hosting their first Mega Demo Day!

November 2nd from 8am to 3pm come by the shop to demo the newest boards, wetsuits and fins from your favorite companies. The parking lot will be loaded with the goods, so mark your calendars and come on down...

Boardriders Malibu
18820 Pacific Coast Hwy
Malibu, Ca 80265
310 - 359 - 8274


SATURDAY OCT. 26
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
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SUNSET POINT BEACH CLEANUP
2PM - 5PM

Do you have what it takes to be a local Coastal Defender? Join Surfrider LA tomorrow for the final Core Volunteer Orientation of the year where you'll have an opportunity to meet SFLA Chapter leadership and learn about all the campaigns and programs Surfrider LA is working on. From climate change to beach access to plastic pollution, water quality, and coastal preservation, it's a perfect opportunity to discover how you can get involved in local efforts to protect our ocean, waves and beaches. Bring a beach chair or blanket for the hour-long orientation, and some sturdy shoes for what will be a gnarly cleanup along the rocks at Sunset Point.

After the cleanup, all are welcome to join in at Tallula's Restaurant - one of our favorite Ocean Friendly joints - for special happy hour bites and bevvies. So, orientation from 2-3pm, cleanup from 3-5pm, happy hour straight after. Look for everyone on the east end of the Gladstone's parking lot under the blue Surfrider tents. See you there!


The Los Angeles Fire Department ordered mandatory evacuations Monday as a fire ripped across a hillside in the affluent Pacific Palisades area, threatening multimillion-dollar homes. "This is due to both potential fire and smoke behavior" and the pending arrival of large aircraft dropping fire retardant, LAFD said in a news release.

The fire began around 10:30 a.m. PST at the base of Palisades Drive and quickly spread about 18 acres within 15 minutes. It quickly moved uphill and burned more than 40 acres of brush. About 200 homes within eight residential blocks were under threat from the flames and have been heavily impacted by smoke, said LAFD Chief Patrick Butler during a press conference.

There have been two reported injuries, one minor injury to a firefighter and one civilian who was taken to the hospital for respiratory stress, Butler said.



Photo: LACoFD Lifeguard Division



Photo: Susan Yeagley



Photo: Jodi Eisner



Photo: @rocknrollveganista




Here's a beach cam view of the Pacific Palisades Fire

M+B is pleased to announce Silver. Skate. Seventies., an exhibition of black and white photographs by Hugh Holland on the occasion of the release of his latest monograph published by Chronicle Chroma Books. The exhibition includes never-before-seen photographs from Holland’s archives, including some of his earliest photographs documenting the rise of the Southern California skateboard revolution in the 70s. The exhibition runs from October 19 to November 9, 2019, with an opening reception and book signing on Saturday, October 19 from 4 to 7 pm.

Having spread from its roots as a small counter-culture activity, skateboarding has now permeated society, leaving its footprint on global culture. Initially considered an anarchic form of self-expression practiced by a small band of outcasts, skateboarding exploded on the west coast of America in the late 70s and 80s coinciding with the emergence of US punk rock. Beginning in 1975, photographer Hugh Holland masterfully captured the burgeoning culture of skateboarding against a sometimes harsh, but always sunny Southern California landscape. These iconic images were first inspired on a late afternoon when Holland drove up Laurel Canyon Boulevard and encountered skateboarders carving up the drainage ditches along the side of the canyon. From suburban backyard haunts to the asphalt streets that connected them, Los Angeles was the place the birthplace of the legendary Dogtown and Z-Boys skateboarders. With their requisite bleached-blond hair, tanned bodies, tube socks and Vans, these young outsiders evoke the sometimes reckless, but always exhilarating origins of skateboarding culture.

In Silver. Skate. Seventies., Hugh Holland presents a raw, spontaneous understanding to his well-known color photographs of the 1970’s skating scene. Holland shot these negatives while experimenting with new ideas, and often, for his own enjoyment. These early black and white images were in many ways the genesis for his later color works—providing us with a rare glimpse behind the creative curtain.

M+B.
612 North Almont Drive
Los Angeles, California 90069
T 310 550 0050

Want to buy the book?



The Malibu-based production company Planet Grande and the City of #Malibu invite all residents to attend a free community screening of the documentary film “Johnny Strange: Born To Fly,” Thursday, October 24, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Malibu City Hall.

The 80-minute film documents Johnny Strange, who grew up in Malibu and became an international extreme sports athlete, known for mountain climbing, big wave surfing and extreme skydiving until he was tragically killed in a skydiving accident. The film was directed by Eamon Harrington and John Watkin and produced by Veronica Brady, all Malibu residents.

Johnny Strange rose to fame as the youngest person to climb the tallest mountain in each continent, including Mt. Everest when he was just 17 years old. When he discovered BASE jumping (skydiving from buildings, antennae, spans and earth) and wingsuit flying, he found his life’s true passion. Taken from hundreds of hours of Johnny’s personal video archive, and featuring intimate insights from family members, friends and Johnny himself, the film traces his journey from the world’s highest mountains to one of the world’s most dangerous sports, and the dramatic turn of events leading up to his final jump.

The screening will be followed by a question and answer session. The event is free to attend, but an RSVP is required. To RSVP or for more information, visit Born To Fly Documentary Screening or email Kriesgo@malibucity.org.



Forecast from Surflies: "North Pacific Busts Open -- South Pacific Not Done"
"Strong NW swell kicks off the second half of the month for Northern California, with SoCal getting a little energy as well"


Which means North CA is getting waves, like usual, and Socal is not, like usual.



"South Pacific Swell: SW shifting SSW swell (210-195) continues Thursday before slowly trending down on Friday. Exposed breaks in North LA will see waist high surf during that time. Those waves fade heading through the weekend, although we will be watching for new SSW swell to fill in."

"This larger SSW swell (205-190) should build in through the day on Sunday with long period forerunners, peak on Monday the 21st and then slowly back down through the middle part of the week. The storm behaved very close to model guidance over the past few days with satellite verified seas of 30-40′, although it’s less than ideal track – moving sideways in relation to SoCal, versus at us- should limit size some."



Surfing is more fun with friends!

Join Ocean Goddess Surf this Friday, October 18th at 7am for thenext FREE ladies surf meetup to kick off the weekend!

Meet Ocean Goddess Surf at the Topanga State Beach picnic tables. Look for the white Ocean Goddess Surf sign. Parking is free on the street. There is also a lot you can park in. Paddling out just after 7 all together! Please leave your valuables in your cars or at home as there won’t be a tent or anyone to watch them at this meetup.

All levels and all ages are welcome but there will no lessons given. If you are looking to learn how to surf, check out the Ocean Goddess Surf Website for the Level 1 (beginner) Surf Skills Clinic on Nov 17th, taught for women, by women.

If you are not comfortable surfing but want to hang out please come! Ladies of all levels and ages show up and it is such a fun community! See you Friday!
Update:

Officials on Saturday released the name of a 53-year-old man whose body was found near the shoreline in Venice.

The man was identified as Timothy Hutson of North Hollywood, according to the Los Angeles County coroner’s office.

A cause of death has yet to be established.



Original Story:

Police are investigating after a body was found on Venice Beach Wednesday morning.

Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the 600 block of Ocean Front Walk around 7 a.m. to assist the fire department.

They say an adult man was found dead on the beach. Homicide detectives were called to the scene to investigate.

It is not known how the man died or when. His identity has not yet been released.


Come out and have a great night with Team Fuck Cancer ! Gonna be raising money for Young and Brave and help us go race! Gonna have some good music by GLUE LA and coldies provided by 805 Beer! A ton of stuff on silent auction and a boat load of smiles!

Happening Oct 25th at Casa Escobar Malibu


From September 16th - October 31st, the Surfrider Foundation presents the 3rd annual Found Objects photo contest. Found Objects is a an opportunity for people to share items that they’ve found and cleaned-up! off of their local beach or waterway. Participants are encouraged to take a photo of the objects found on the beach, arranged in a creative and artistic way AND share a story about the photograph. This story can include activities, memories or what Contestant (and their community) are doing to protect that beach.

To submit an entry, post the photo to your Instagram or Twitter account, write your story, and then tag @surfrider and use the hashtag #SurfriderFound to be entered in the contest.

Found Objects Photo Contest Prizes!

One (1) Overall grand prize winner will receive:
(1) Firewire Surfboard of your choice (certain restrictions apply) ($700)
- Surfrider membership ($25)

One (1) Second prize winner will receive:
- GoPro 7 Hero Black ($400)
- Surfrider membership ($25)

One (1) Third prize winner will receive:
- Surfrider gift pack ($150)
- Surfrider membership ($25)



Found Object Photo Tips
Trash/Debris — Look for a variety of trash and debris: unique shapes, sizes, & colors
Composition — When composing the photo, arrange the items in a creative way and shoot the photo from above
Color Use — Look for unusual colored objects that will stand out amongst the neutral sand color
Textures — Try and find 3D objects or objects with unique textures which will stand out in the photograph
Story — Make sure to include a clever, funny, or unique story as the caption of your photo!


More info at Surfrider Foundation Found Objects.


The average water temps as of October 10th.


Mark your calendars, mateys. ZJ Boarding House announced the date for this year's Haunted Heats Surf Contest. It's happening on Oct 26th, sign up now at ZJBoardingHouse.com

Novice surfers and grommets always welcome, the only requirements for this surf contest are a fun attitude, good vibes, and a rad costume. October 26th, at tower 26-27, at 8 AM where you’ll compete for the fame and glory of the Haunted Heats!! As always, there will be raffle prizes

Need some costume inspo? Check out what went down last year: 2018 Haunted Heats Surf Contest.


Police are investigating after a body was found on Venice Beach Wednesday morning.

Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the 600 block of Ocean Front Walk around 7 a.m. to assist the fire department.

They say an adult man was found dead on the beach. Homicide detectives were called to the scene to investigate.

It is not known how the man died or when. His identity has not yet been released.


This Saturday. Ocean Goddess Surf is hosting their first Goddess Group Lessons! If you are in search of friendly, fun and girl powered beginner surf lessons, this is your chance! These will be at Venice Beach.

Lessons in LA can be expensive and it can be intimidating to try surfing alone. Join the Ocean Goddess Surf Coaches for a 1.5 hour lesson with up to 5 other women/girls of your skill level! Only $50 per person. All ages welcome. These are lessons for beginner surfers only.

Sign up via this link: Goddess Group Lessons - 3 time slots - 8am, 10am and 12pm. 6 girls max per lesson.

Your lesson includes:
1.5 hour instruction on land and in water
Surfboard
Surf Photo
**Note for these lessons, wetsuit is not included in price. $10 extra to rent one.


Forecast from Surflies: Combination of Swells -- Bouts of Onshore Winds Friday and Saturday, October 4th-5th: 3-4’ surf at better combo exposures, plus sets at the best of those breaks.

"Prime season for combo swell in California, with this week delivering more Southern Hemisphere swell and NW swell. Generally a good time for conditions as well, but the next few days are a little dicey in that department."


More info at: ProSUPshop


Come join Project Save Our Surf for a fun afternoon of mimosas and music all while cleaning the beach. Food, buckets and gloves will also be provided for the clean up. Come connect with others in Los Angeles working to support our environment. Every 2nd Saturday of the month rain or shine!


Santa Monica Beach Tower 26
2559 Ocean Front Walk
Sat, October 12, 2019
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDT
Santa Monica, CA 90405 br />
Veggie Grill has been so kind to offer us 33% of proceeds between 11am-3pm on our clean ups days all year long when you mention Project Save Our Surf at the register. So if you can't make it out, or want to join in after, grab a bite at Veggie Grill and mention Project Save Our Surf.

Project Save Our Surf will be at Veggie Grill afterwards from 1:30-


Veggie Grill
2025 Wilshire Blvd,

Santa Monica, CA 90403



Donated To Project Save Our Surf


Are you a lover of classic longboarding? Are you mesmerized watching surfers effortlessly doing dropknees and bottom turns? Do you yearn to cross-step and perch on the nose, just like them, but not sure how to do it? Or are you a beginner who wants a chance to ask all the questions you have about how to improve, catch more waves and longer rides?

Carla Zamora grew up at First Point Malibu, one of the best longboarding waves in the world. Under the guidance of her father as well as a long list of logging legends, Carla learned the proper nuances exclusive to traditional longboarding.

This fall and winter, join Carla for a series of one-hour workshops at Traveler Surf Club & Coastal Outpost , geared specifically for the longboarder looking to improve their game. The workshops will progress from basic beginner level through to more advanced techniques and topics.

Come for the sessions that are of most interest to you, or sign on for the full set so that you can build on new knowledge each time.

$30 with advance purchase, $35 at door

Traveler Surf Club & Coastal Outpost
22941 PCH, Malibu. Session 1 | Saturday October 26th "New to the Bu" | 9-10 AM

If you a beginner and want more knowledge about how to navigate the breaks in and around LA county, this session offers insider guidance on how to best to get your feet wet. Topics covered include:

Etiquette
Pop-ups
Paddling and positioning
Going down the line
Proper Equipment

Session 2 | Saturday November 9th "Motion in the Ocean" | 9-10 AM

Maneuvering your board as an extension of your body is a key element to gliding gracefully and safely across the water. Topics covered include:

Bottom Turning
Cutbacks and redirecting
Staying with the Curl
Kickoutst

Session 3 | Saturday November 16th "Fancy Footwork" | 9-10 AM

So you think you can dance? Learn how to move along the length of your board in classic longboard style. Topics covered include:

Drop-Knee Cross-Stepping Nose-Riding

Session 4 | Saturday December 14th "Party Wave" | 9-10 AM

Finally, we will do a cumulative review of what we've learned and go into detail on any topics that were not covered in-depth. Topic covered include:

Combining skills
Taking your skills to the next level
Advanced Equipment
Squaretail vs Pintail
Fin Placement
The Proper Noserider

BUY TICKETS HERE