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Surfing at the Venice Breakwater on December 27, 2022. Video edited from our Instagram Story footage of this day.





Join us for a morning of sun and fun at Sunset Point from 10am-12pm! We will be picking up trash along our beloved California shorelines and keeping it out of our marine environments for generations to come.

Sun, Feb 26, 2023
10:00AM-12:00PM

For more info and to register, Click Here



Join Surfrider LA on February 22nd for a special private screening event from 6:30PM-8:30PM of Wade in the Water at Patagonia Santa Monica highlighting Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture.

Event Details:
- Wednesday, 2/22/23 from 6:30PM-8:30PM (Film starts at 7:00 SHARP)
- DJ, Screening, and Q&A Panel
- Light Snacks and Drinks Provided
- Seats are first come first served; more standing room available

Film Description:
Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture (2023) reclaims the 1,000-year-old tradition of Black surfing. Braiding historical accounts with modern-day testimonials, the film dismantles the racial barriers of conventional surf culture, delves into the overlooked history of Black surfing's legacy, and honors its current movement—inspiring the next generation of Black surfers. Purpose

Screening a documentary and hosting a Q+A panel that reclaims the 1,000-year-old tradition of Black surfing and aquatic culture—inspiring the next generation of Black surfers.

Wed, Feb 22, 2023
6:30PM-8:30PM PST

For more info and to register, Click Here


Surfing at the Venice Beach Pier on December 27, 2022. Large waves, broken boards, and an excited bro. Video edited from our Instagram Story footage of this day.





Surfing at the Sunset Surf Spot in Pacific Palisades on Christmas Day, 2022. Video edited from our Instagram Story footage of this day.





LA FoilClub announces the 2023 E-Vent Saturday February 25, 2023 @ E Beach.

E Foil Race, Tow Boogie whips, FoilDrive assists. DEMOs, new and used gear Expo, Food, and your favorite LA Foilers!!

Maybe even an afternoon Wing sesh, Topanga to Sunset, wind permitting!! 1-2 and Firing, be there or be square!!

Saturday February 25, 8AM - 2PM
17580 E Pacific Coast Hwy
(The Parking lot north of Gladstones/Sunset Surf Spot)

For more info, CLick Here


From Santa Monica Close Up:

"According to Santa Monica Police Department Public Information Officer Lieutenant Flores. at approximately 1:17 PM on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, SMPD Officers responded to assist Los Angeles County Lifeguards regarding an attempted child abduction in the 2400 block of the beach. When officers arrived, they discover a female who attempted to grab and walk away with a 4 year old boy. The boy’s mother was able to regain control of him. Officers took custody of the suspect and transported her to the jail where she will be booked for attempted kidnapping and juvenile annoying. The boy suffered no physical injuries. "

Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.

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Join us for our second public cleanup of the year at Tower 20, Santa Monica from 1pm-3pm! We will be keeping our coastlines clean with a team of committed volunteers just like you for an afternoon of fun and sun. Select OBX cast members are expected to be in attendance.

Sun, Feb 19, 2023
1:00PM-3:00PM PST

For more info and to register, Click Here



Surfing at the Venice Beach Pier on Christmas Day, 2022. Video edited from our Instagram Story footage of this day.