Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Friday, February 12, 2010
Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Is That You Beave?
San Onofre State Park officials last week found a North American beaver at the river mouth of the San Mateo Creek near Trestles.
According to State Parks officials, the animal was once a native species to the San Mateo Creek area, but were thought to be nearly extinct in the area.
Officials speculate that the animal may be related to a small population of beaver, which was re-introduced to the Santa Margarita watershed by the Department of Fish and Game in the 1940s to help with erosion control.
Since then, the beavers have migrated to nearby creeks and watersheds in the area, including those in the Cleveland National Forest and San Mateo Creek.
State Parks officials are unclear where this specific beaver originally came from, but they are sure it resided in the one of the streams that flows into the San Mateo Creek.
San Mateo Creek has been the site of a battle between the Surfrider Foundation and other environmental groups, and the Transportation Cooridor Agencies, which sought to build a toll road through the area.
“This discovery supports our assertion that the San Mateo Creek has a thriving watershed ecosystem that deserves the highest level of protection from its source in the mountains to the ocean,” says Mark Rauscher, Surfrider Foundation’s Assistant Environmental Director.
According to State Parks scientists, the beaver had suffered some sort of trauma before being found and died after being captured. Photo and story from the OC Register
According to State Parks officials, the animal was once a native species to the San Mateo Creek area, but were thought to be nearly extinct in the area.
Officials speculate that the animal may be related to a small population of beaver, which was re-introduced to the Santa Margarita watershed by the Department of Fish and Game in the 1940s to help with erosion control.
Since then, the beavers have migrated to nearby creeks and watersheds in the area, including those in the Cleveland National Forest and San Mateo Creek.
State Parks officials are unclear where this specific beaver originally came from, but they are sure it resided in the one of the streams that flows into the San Mateo Creek.
San Mateo Creek has been the site of a battle between the Surfrider Foundation and other environmental groups, and the Transportation Cooridor Agencies, which sought to build a toll road through the area.
“This discovery supports our assertion that the San Mateo Creek has a thriving watershed ecosystem that deserves the highest level of protection from its source in the mountains to the ocean,” says Mark Rauscher, Surfrider Foundation’s Assistant Environmental Director.
According to State Parks scientists, the beaver had suffered some sort of trauma before being found and died after being captured. Photo and story from the OC Register
Sunday, February 07, 2010
MIKE MARSHALL RIP
Longtime SoCal shaper and surf historian passes away
For more information check:
http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/mike-marshall-rip--longtime-socal-shaper-and-surf-historian-passes-away_40862/
I knew Mike from my work at the Surfing Heritage Foundation and always felt his boundless energy, great stories and sense of humor was a cut above the rest. As he would often say “That’s the Real Deal” – well my friends he truly was the “Real Deal” and I will miss him dearly.
Stay tuned for information on Mike as it develops.
Aloha -
For more information check:
http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/mike-marshall-rip--longtime-socal-shaper-and-surf-historian-passes-away_40862/
I knew Mike from my work at the Surfing Heritage Foundation and always felt his boundless energy, great stories and sense of humor was a cut above the rest. As he would often say “That’s the Real Deal” – well my friends he truly was the “Real Deal” and I will miss him dearly.
Stay tuned for information on Mike as it develops.
Aloha -
Thursday, February 04, 2010
Mickey Munoz Event
Mickey Munoz Paddle Surf Fiesta
Mongoose Cup
Dana Point Festival of Whales
March 13, 2010
Babay Beach, Dana Point, CA
The first ever Mickey Munoz Paddle Surf Fiesta – Mongoose Cup will be held March 13, 2010 at Baby Beach, Dana Point Harbor. Please join Mickey and his friends for a day of paddling fun, camaraderie and delicious BBQ. The event will directly benefit the Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association (DSBIA).
As part of the Dana Point Festival of Whales, The Mickey Muñoz Paddle Surf Fiesta will begin with a Fun Paddle around Dana Point Harbor Island. The Fun Paddle will be launched after a vital “Rules of the Road” paddling safety meeting is conducted by officials from Dana Point Harbor and the Orange County Sherriff Department’s Harbor Patrol.
“With the explosion of stand-up paddle boarding there are a lot more people paddling in the harbor. Safety and etiquette have become much more critical. Since Dana Point has become a Mecca for paddle sports, we wanted to have an event that’s message is about the importance of water safety and paddling etiquette” says surf legend Mickey Munoz.
“The County of Orange has always been on the cutting edge of boater safety and education and given the fact that Dana Point Harbor is a natural location for beginners on any type of human powered vessel it was obvious to us that we would introduce a common sense and easy to understand public program to ensure all the water enthusiast have the basic information to improve their safety while enjoying our Harbor and the local off shore waters." from Brad Gross, Director of Dana Point Harbor.
At the conclusion of the Fun Paddle, participants will be organized into relay teams that will race for the inaugural Mongoose Cup. Each SUP four (4) person relay team will be required to have one female, one senior (50 & over) and either one junior (16 & under) or intermediate paddler on their respective teams. The start and finish for the flat-water race will be at Baby Beach. To be eligible for the Mongoose Cup teams must race 12’6” & under SUP boards.
The Mickey Munoz Paddle Surf Fiesta – Mongoose Cup is an event open to everyone. The Fun Paddle is open to any type of paddling craft and the Mongoose Cup will be contested solely as a stand-up paddleboard race. The entry fee is $40 and participants will receive a commemorative Dana Point Festival of the Whales tee shirt, “Rules of the Road” safety decal, delicious BBQ lunch and chance to paddle with surf legend Mickey Munoz. Event registration will open Saturday morning March 13 at 7:30 a.m. The Fun Paddle will start at 9:00 a.m. Entry forms can be downloaded at dpfestivalofwhales.com and dohosurf.org.
About Mickey Munoz
Mickey Munoz, born in New York City in 1937, is an early pioneer of surfing and well-known surfboard shaper. Once described as the “surfer’s surfer”, Mickey has been riding waves since the 1950s and has been featured in many popular surfing films and documentaries. Winning the first professional surf contest and pioneering big wave surfing at Waimea Bay are a few of Mickey’s surfing accomplishments. Munoz was the stunt double for Sandra Dee in the 1959 teen film Gidget and he developed an iconic surf stance that became known as the "quasimoto". Mickey currently lives in Capistrano Beach, CA with his wife Peggy and is an avid stand-up paddler (SUP).
About Dana Point Festival of the Whales
The Dana Point Festival of Whales is one of Southern California’s largest seafaring celebrations and reaches out to whale admirers around the world. The Festival draws over 100,000 visitors each year. Festival highlights include an opening day parade, street faire and farmers market, art exhibits, classic car exhibits, concerts on land and water, environmental activities, educational opportunities, interpretive crafts, kids activities and of course, whale watching excursions that will allure even the most steadfast landlubber out to sea. For more information visit www.festivalofwhales.com.
For Event information:
Event Director: Barrett Tester
Tel. (949) 276-4431x216
Email: barrett.tester@gmail.com
Website: http://www.dpfestivalofwhales.com/home.html
Website: http://www.dohosurf.org/
Mongoose Cup
Dana Point Festival of Whales
March 13, 2010
Babay Beach, Dana Point, CA
The first ever Mickey Munoz Paddle Surf Fiesta – Mongoose Cup will be held March 13, 2010 at Baby Beach, Dana Point Harbor. Please join Mickey and his friends for a day of paddling fun, camaraderie and delicious BBQ. The event will directly benefit the Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association (DSBIA).
As part of the Dana Point Festival of Whales, The Mickey Muñoz Paddle Surf Fiesta will begin with a Fun Paddle around Dana Point Harbor Island. The Fun Paddle will be launched after a vital “Rules of the Road” paddling safety meeting is conducted by officials from Dana Point Harbor and the Orange County Sherriff Department’s Harbor Patrol.
“With the explosion of stand-up paddle boarding there are a lot more people paddling in the harbor. Safety and etiquette have become much more critical. Since Dana Point has become a Mecca for paddle sports, we wanted to have an event that’s message is about the importance of water safety and paddling etiquette” says surf legend Mickey Munoz.
“The County of Orange has always been on the cutting edge of boater safety and education and given the fact that Dana Point Harbor is a natural location for beginners on any type of human powered vessel it was obvious to us that we would introduce a common sense and easy to understand public program to ensure all the water enthusiast have the basic information to improve their safety while enjoying our Harbor and the local off shore waters." from Brad Gross, Director of Dana Point Harbor.
At the conclusion of the Fun Paddle, participants will be organized into relay teams that will race for the inaugural Mongoose Cup. Each SUP four (4) person relay team will be required to have one female, one senior (50 & over) and either one junior (16 & under) or intermediate paddler on their respective teams. The start and finish for the flat-water race will be at Baby Beach. To be eligible for the Mongoose Cup teams must race 12’6” & under SUP boards.
The Mickey Munoz Paddle Surf Fiesta – Mongoose Cup is an event open to everyone. The Fun Paddle is open to any type of paddling craft and the Mongoose Cup will be contested solely as a stand-up paddleboard race. The entry fee is $40 and participants will receive a commemorative Dana Point Festival of the Whales tee shirt, “Rules of the Road” safety decal, delicious BBQ lunch and chance to paddle with surf legend Mickey Munoz. Event registration will open Saturday morning March 13 at 7:30 a.m. The Fun Paddle will start at 9:00 a.m. Entry forms can be downloaded at dpfestivalofwhales.com and dohosurf.org.
About Mickey Munoz
Mickey Munoz, born in New York City in 1937, is an early pioneer of surfing and well-known surfboard shaper. Once described as the “surfer’s surfer”, Mickey has been riding waves since the 1950s and has been featured in many popular surfing films and documentaries. Winning the first professional surf contest and pioneering big wave surfing at Waimea Bay are a few of Mickey’s surfing accomplishments. Munoz was the stunt double for Sandra Dee in the 1959 teen film Gidget and he developed an iconic surf stance that became known as the "quasimoto". Mickey currently lives in Capistrano Beach, CA with his wife Peggy and is an avid stand-up paddler (SUP).
About Dana Point Festival of the Whales
The Dana Point Festival of Whales is one of Southern California’s largest seafaring celebrations and reaches out to whale admirers around the world. The Festival draws over 100,000 visitors each year. Festival highlights include an opening day parade, street faire and farmers market, art exhibits, classic car exhibits, concerts on land and water, environmental activities, educational opportunities, interpretive crafts, kids activities and of course, whale watching excursions that will allure even the most steadfast landlubber out to sea. For more information visit www.festivalofwhales.com.
For Event information:
Event Director: Barrett Tester
Tel. (949) 276-4431x216
Email: barrett.tester@gmail.com
Website: http://www.dpfestivalofwhales.com/home.html
Website: http://www.dohosurf.org/
Tuesday, February 02, 2010
Waikiki during WW 2
During the war, Oahu was on high alert. Notice the barbed wire in the background on the beach. Duke's in the forefront - and even though war was raging, surfers knew how to have fun.Sunday, January 31, 2010
Friday, January 29, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
14th Annual Gathering of the Tribes Surf Event comes to a Roaring Close
Church Beach, California
January 9 and 10, 2010.
While the eastern half of America suffered through a week-long historic arctic blast, Southern California enjoyed one of its best winter weekends yet. The 14th annual Gathering of The Tribes surf contest not only had perfect weather, but incredible waves as well.
Perhaps legendary surfer Henry Ford said it best, “We are blessed to be here, together we are enjoying what California is all about. It’s the perfect combination of friends and waves”.
The classic winter event is the annual kick-off program of the Coalition of Longboard Surf Clubs competitive season. With four to seven foot waves at Church Beach, one of California’s premiere point breaks, the almost flawless conditions provided an exceptional beginning to this year’s season. The surfing was inspired to say the least.
The contest featured a little bit of everything, from short boarding, stand up paddle surfing (SUP), longboarding, and tandem surfing. There was not a heat where someone surfing did not get an applause or big cheer from the beach.
The weekend program kicked off Friday evening at the Surfing Heritage Foundation where the Doheny Club donated a thousand dollars to the Foundation to help further its goals in preserving the history and culture of surfing. The competitive surfing award ceremonies were held throughout the weekend on the beach. For individual and team results, pictures and more, check Doheny club’s website at http://www.dohosurf.org/.
The Coalition of Surfing Clubs (CSC) is an international organization that represents the interests of surfing clubs throughout California and the world. It acts as a united voice to address issues related to coastal water quality, beach access, development, and legislative policy. The Coalition represents over 10,000 surfers of all ages and exists for the betterment of the citizenship of the surfer, to improve clean water locally and globally and to promote the sport of surfing.
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. For additional information contact Denny Michael at dlsa10@hotmail.com
January 9 and 10, 2010.
While the eastern half of America suffered through a week-long historic arctic blast, Southern California enjoyed one of its best winter weekends yet. The 14th annual Gathering of The Tribes surf contest not only had perfect weather, but incredible waves as well.
Perhaps legendary surfer Henry Ford said it best, “We are blessed to be here, together we are enjoying what California is all about. It’s the perfect combination of friends and waves”.
The classic winter event is the annual kick-off program of the Coalition of Longboard Surf Clubs competitive season. With four to seven foot waves at Church Beach, one of California’s premiere point breaks, the almost flawless conditions provided an exceptional beginning to this year’s season. The surfing was inspired to say the least.
The contest featured a little bit of everything, from short boarding, stand up paddle surfing (SUP), longboarding, and tandem surfing. There was not a heat where someone surfing did not get an applause or big cheer from the beach.
The weekend program kicked off Friday evening at the Surfing Heritage Foundation where the Doheny Club donated a thousand dollars to the Foundation to help further its goals in preserving the history and culture of surfing. The competitive surfing award ceremonies were held throughout the weekend on the beach. For individual and team results, pictures and more, check Doheny club’s website at http://www.dohosurf.org/.
The Coalition of Surfing Clubs (CSC) is an international organization that represents the interests of surfing clubs throughout California and the world. It acts as a united voice to address issues related to coastal water quality, beach access, development, and legislative policy. The Coalition represents over 10,000 surfers of all ages and exists for the betterment of the citizenship of the surfer, to improve clean water locally and globally and to promote the sport of surfing.
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. For additional information contact Denny Michael at dlsa10@hotmail.com
Photo of Mickey Munoz, George Carr and Gary Stellan by Denny Michael
Monday, January 04, 2010
Gathering of The Tribes This Weekend
Gathering of the Tribes Surf Contest Coming to Church Beach this Saturday and Sunday
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is set to start off the Coalition of Longboard Clubs competition season with its 14th annual “Gathering of the Tribes” winter surf classic. The program offers a great mix of longboarding competitions plus a variety of beach activities and support of several charities.
Held at the beginning of the every year the contest features two competitive surfing areas at Church Beach in San Onofre, Calif. This configuration enables more than 350 contestants from more than 18 Longboard Coalition Teams to be able to battle their way to the finals which will be held in the afternoon on Sunday, January 10th. The number of competitors makes this the largest competitive 2 day longboard event on the west coast.
For additional information visit the Doheny Longboard Clubs website at www. dohosurf.org
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is set to start off the Coalition of Longboard Clubs competition season with its 14th annual “Gathering of the Tribes” winter surf classic. The program offers a great mix of longboarding competitions plus a variety of beach activities and support of several charities.
Held at the beginning of the every year the contest features two competitive surfing areas at Church Beach in San Onofre, Calif. This configuration enables more than 350 contestants from more than 18 Longboard Coalition Teams to be able to battle their way to the finals which will be held in the afternoon on Sunday, January 10th. The number of competitors makes this the largest competitive 2 day longboard event on the west coast.
For additional information visit the Doheny Longboard Clubs website at www. dohosurf.org
Photo: Denny Michael
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Legends
I had a great opportunity to spend time a few months ago with some really special surfers and shapers in Hawaii. From Left to right is Bob “The Greek” Bolen, Mike Marshall, Jock Sutherland, Bob “Ole” Olsen, and Mike Eaton. We were at Randy Raricks “Surf Auction” and were gathered at the Outrigger for one the evening festivities. These guys are all great!Sunday, December 27, 2009
Monday, December 21, 2009
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Kook Box
The Tom Blake Hollow Paddle & Surfboard
Accomplished legendary waterman, Tom Blake was one of the first to construct a hollowed board in 1929. Based on the ancient Hawaiian olo designs, his chambered hollowed boards were used for surfing and paddle boarding. This basic design was later patented by Blake and further refined and used until the late 1940s.
Accomplished legendary waterman, Tom Blake was one of the first to construct a hollowed board in 1929. Based on the ancient Hawaiian olo designs, his chambered hollowed boards were used for surfing and paddle boarding. This basic design was later patented by Blake and further refined and used until the late 1940s.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Rick Rietveld Today at Surfing Heritage Gallery
Rick Rietveld
Saturday · December 12 · 12-6PM
Artist Rick Rietveld will be painting live, in-store. A Southern California native, Rietveld is best known for his achievements as an artist, innovator and entrepreneur. Rick co-founded the popular surfwear company, MAUI AND SONS in 1980. His personal creations, the Maui Cookie logo and the Sharkman remain among the most recognizable company icons in the surfwear industry.
Monday, December 07, 2009
LOCAL OAHU NORTH SHORE SURF FORECAST
Break out your Best Noserider!!!
(Surf sizes are face heights of the front of the waves)
FAIR SURF: 30-40 ft. - 6-8 times overhead occasionally 50 ft. and fair conditions. FAIR TO GOOD SURF: 30-40 ft. - 6-8 times overhead occasionally 50 ft. and fair to good conditions. GOOD SURF: 25-30 ft. - 5-6 times overhead occasionally 40 ft. and good conditions. EPIC SURF: 15-18 ft. - triple overhead + occasionally 25 ft. and epic conditions. EPIC SURF: 10-15 ft. - 2-3 times overhead occasionally 20 ft. and epic conditions.
HUGE NW groundswell builds further, larger sets for select reefs; N clocking NE wind; many spots washed out HUGE NW groundswell holds, larger sets for few select reefs; ENE wind; nearly all spots washed out Strong NW groundswell fades, larger sets for few select reefs; easing east wind; most spots still washed out Solid NW groundswell continues to backslide but still solid; nearshore breaks turn on; light winds due NW groundswell continues dropping; rising NE-ENE winds
Friday, December 04, 2009
Alaias Article via New York Times
New York Times article on Alaias
http://travel.nytimes.com/2009/12/04/travel/escapes/04alaia.html
http://travel.nytimes.com/2009/12/04/travel/escapes/04alaia.html
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Surfing Heritage Gallery Opens
Check out our new store - The Surfing Heritage Gallery at South Coast Plaza West which is now officially open. The Gallery carries artwork, classic photographs, collectable museum quality surfboards, official Surfing Heritage merchandise and other unique items. Don’t miss the "Surfing in the Seventies" exhibit curated by Britt Tobia, a local surfer/designer and artist. The Surfing Heritage Gallery is located at Suite 303 at South Coast Plaza West at 3333 Bear Street in Costa Mesa. For more information about the Surfing Heritage Gallery please call (714) 800-1654.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Gathering of the Tribes Dates Announced
Doheny Longboard Surfing Associations annual Gathering of the Tribes Longboard Surf event comes to Church Beach, San Onofre on January 9th and 10th, 2010.
SAN ONOFRE, Calif. –The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is set to rack up another in a long line of firsts when the classic winter longboard event sets off the Coalition of Surfing Clubs 2010 competitive season. The program always offers a great mix of spectacular competitive longboarding, a variety beach activities and support of several worthwhile charities.
Held at the beginning of the every year the Gathering of the Tribes contest features two competitive surfing areas at legendary Church Beach in San Onofre, Calif. This configuration enables more than 350 contestants from more than 18 Longboard Coalition Teams to be able to battle their way to the finals which will be held in the afternoon on Sunday January 10th. The number of competitors makes this the largest competitive 2 day longboard event in the United States.
In 2009 more than 350 competitors and their families enjoyed the rural sitting of Church Beach, home to one of the premier point breaks in California. The surfing showcased a combination of traditional longboard styles along with newer more progressive moves. The Gathering of the Tribes sets the tone for the coming year of club competitions. “We are excited again this year to host the beginning of the 2010 coalition club series and are looking forward to this years competition” said Mark Calkins, Contest Director of the Doheny club.
For more information visit the DLSA website at: www.dohosurf.org
Photo of Bucky Barry by Jim Coshland
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
An Evening with Kevin Naughton and Craig Peterson at the Surfing Heritage Foundation
Endless Surf Surfari – An Evening with Kevin Naughton and Craig Peterson at the Surfing Heritage Foundation
Inspired by Bruce Brown’s The Endless Summer, Kevin Naughton and Craig Peterson embarked on a ten year road trip in 1972 that took them to practically every continent on the globe. They documented their surf adventure along way with wonderful stories and pictures that appeared in Surfer magazine during their long trip. Exotic pictures of never before seen surf breaks mixed with stories of faraway lands and cultures transfixed readers and set the course for generations of future surf travelers.
Join Kevin & Craig at the Surfing Heritage Foundation for an intimate evening of surf-travel-adventure stories along with a showing of The Far Shore, a documentary film by Gregory Schell on the duo's high adventures, followed by a Q&A session.
Saturday • November, 14 • 7-10PM •
Tickets: $20 and include 1 drink ticket
Limited to 100 guests, please call to reserve your seats: 949.388.0313 x0
Founded in 2001, the Surfing Heritage Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserve, present, and promote surfing’s heritage for the appreciation and education of current and future generations. Surfing Heritage accomplishes this through; Preservation-Archiving significant surfboards, photography, oral history, publishing, art, life-style, film, and objects of cultural value; Presentation: creating a world-class museum/resource facility, research library, traveling exhibits, and website content; Promotion: providing one of a kind experiences with the legends of surf culture, through films, exhibits, music, and special events. For more information visit www.surfingheritage.org or contact Denny Michael at EveningGlass.com
Friday, November 06, 2009
VW bus stolen 35 years ago is found in shipping container bound for Europe
VW bus stolen 35 years ago is found in shipping container bound for Europe
Customs agents inspecting a load bound for the Netherlands discovered a 1965 van that disappeared from a Spokane repair shop in 1974. CHP investigators are searching for the thieves.
"It looks like it's brand new," said Mike Maleta, an investigator with the California Highway Patrol. (Department of Homeland Security)
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-stolen-bus6-2009nov06,0,5595923.story
Customs agents inspecting a load bound for the Netherlands discovered a 1965 van that disappeared from a Spokane repair shop in 1974. CHP investigators are searching for the thieves.
"It looks like it's brand new," said Mike Maleta, an investigator with the California Highway Patrol. (Department of Homeland Security)
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-stolen-bus6-2009nov06,0,5595923.story
Monday, November 02, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Longboard Collector Club meeting this Saturday at the Surfing Heritage Foundation
The Longboard Collector Club will be holding one of its most fun meetings and Swap Meets at the Surfing Heritage Foundation this Saturday from the early morning till around one. The Foundation will be open for tours and browsing during this time - so come on out and see what is happening.
www.surfingheritage.org
Monday, October 12, 2009
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
20th Annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau comes to a close
Gary Stellen of MSA enjoys his win in the Grand Masters Legend Division
Dana Point, California September 26, 2009
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association’s 20th Annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau is now in the record books. The event featured everything from classic longboarding, to breathtaking tandem to the newer Stand Up Paddle (SUP) competition and more. Several inspired performances and great last minute clutch surfing capped off the one day event.
The men’s 20 to 29 age group featured over-the-top surfing from both Max Dexter and Bucky Barry of Dana Point who demonstrated incredible style and maneuvers in the smallish but fun surf. Dexter eventually won out over Barry - each showed incredible sportsmanship.
This year’s event consisted of two competitive surfing areas that were judged simultaneously by two separate judging stations. The configuration enabled SUP surfing and Tandem divisions to surf and work their way to the finals in the afternoon.
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association has held the Dale Velzy event for 20 years at Doheny State Beach and it is one of the most cherished events of the club’s year long schedule. This year’s program was no exception. Nyle Schafhauser, Doheny Longboard Club President, stated,” This year’s event was especially exciting because we were able to add a SUP division that showed just how far the sport has come with their exceptional wave surfing abilities. Plus, we love to pay homage to the great Dale Velzy every year as a remembrance to all the great things he did for surfing”.
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. For additional information contact Denny Michael at dlsa10@hotmail.com
Monday, September 28, 2009
Dukes Place
At one time - Duke had a resturant in the International Market place in Waikiki. Here is a picture of him in the courtyard.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Dale Velzy Remembered
Dale Velzy Remembered:
20th Annual Surf Classic Named in his Honor to be Held this Weekend at Doheny
DANA POINT, Calif., September 21st, 2009 - The Doheny Longboard Surfing Associations (DLSA) annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau is a big go for this Saturday. Each year hundreds of surfers and their families gather at Doheny State Beach to honor one of surfing’s most iconic figures.
Dale Velzy’s influence on surfing is wide spread and full of colorful stories. In Malcolm Gault-Williams’ website information on Velzy he quotes several surf legend remembrances:
"Without Velzy," said surfboard shaper Donald Takayama, "there wouldn't be a modern day longboard. Basically what the shortboard people are making with the wider tails and the abruptly pulled in noses are just a takeoff on Dale's bump boards."
"We were all kamikaze pilots," said Henry Ford about the gremmies that grew to be legends, apprenticed under Velzy, "going on our last mission and Velzy ran the airport."
Dale Velzy who passed away in 2005 is a very special person in the hearts of many surfers; this is especially true to the Doheny Longboard club. The club has been honored to host this venue for many years. Dale enjoyed many things in life but mostly having fun with friends and family. It is in that spirit that the DLSA holds this annual event. The open venue has many aspects to enjoy; everything from the classic surf contest, to the luau and the Polynesian review to dancing under the stars at Doheny with a live band, and just having a great time.
“Everything is in place to make this year’s program a very special one indeed. We are all hoping for good waves and weather to round out the festivities,” said Nyles Schafhauser, DLSA President.
This year’s event kicks off with the surf contest at 6:30 a.m. The Luau festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. followed closely by the Polynesian review, awards ceremony, raffles and then on to the dancing. It’s great fun for everyone.
For Luau information, tickets and group rate discounts contact Nyles at Surfcar1@aol.com.
For Surfing event information and sign ups contact Mark Calkins at mc250c@aol.com.
About the Doheny Longboard Surfing Association
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. PR contact: Denny Michael at dlsa10@hotmail.com
20th Annual Surf Classic Named in his Honor to be Held this Weekend at Doheny
DANA POINT, Calif., September 21st, 2009 - The Doheny Longboard Surfing Associations (DLSA) annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau is a big go for this Saturday. Each year hundreds of surfers and their families gather at Doheny State Beach to honor one of surfing’s most iconic figures.
Dale Velzy’s influence on surfing is wide spread and full of colorful stories. In Malcolm Gault-Williams’ website information on Velzy he quotes several surf legend remembrances:
"Without Velzy," said surfboard shaper Donald Takayama, "there wouldn't be a modern day longboard. Basically what the shortboard people are making with the wider tails and the abruptly pulled in noses are just a takeoff on Dale's bump boards."
"We were all kamikaze pilots," said Henry Ford about the gremmies that grew to be legends, apprenticed under Velzy, "going on our last mission and Velzy ran the airport."
Dale Velzy who passed away in 2005 is a very special person in the hearts of many surfers; this is especially true to the Doheny Longboard club. The club has been honored to host this venue for many years. Dale enjoyed many things in life but mostly having fun with friends and family. It is in that spirit that the DLSA holds this annual event. The open venue has many aspects to enjoy; everything from the classic surf contest, to the luau and the Polynesian review to dancing under the stars at Doheny with a live band, and just having a great time.
“Everything is in place to make this year’s program a very special one indeed. We are all hoping for good waves and weather to round out the festivities,” said Nyles Schafhauser, DLSA President.
This year’s event kicks off with the surf contest at 6:30 a.m. The Luau festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. followed closely by the Polynesian review, awards ceremony, raffles and then on to the dancing. It’s great fun for everyone.
For Luau information, tickets and group rate discounts contact Nyles at Surfcar1@aol.com.
For Surfing event information and sign ups contact Mark Calkins at mc250c@aol.com.
About the Doheny Longboard Surfing Association
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. PR contact: Denny Michael at dlsa10@hotmail.com
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
Friday, September 04, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Timmy Turner and Second Thoughts at the Surfing Heritage Foundation
August 2009, San Clemente, CA – Timmy Turner, Director of the award winning surf film, Second Thoughts, will appear at the Surfing Heritage Foundation’s Friday Afternoon Surf Film Series on August 28th at 3 pm. Turner, local soul surfer from Huntington Beach, has made the waters of Indo his home away from home. Second Thoughts was a Surfer Magazine Surfer Poll Awards Best Movie winner.
Alone on an uninhabited Indonesian island in the middle of nowhere, Timmy and his friends, Brett Swartz and Travis Potter, are dropped off for a month. Once there, they have "second thoughts" about their month-long island stay. While braving the elements with little food and water, what follows is some of the most amazing surf footage on the sickest reefs in Indo.
Turner's talent in surfing and filmmaking has impressed fans around the world. In 2004, after the devastating earthquake in Indonesia, Timmy, Kristian McQue, and Dustin Humphries delivered 75 tons of relief supplies to the islands located at the epicenter of the quake. This humanitarian effort was documented in the film, Tsunami Diaries: Voyage To The Epicenter.
Meet Timmy at the Surfing Heritage on Friday, August 28th, and watch the matinee screening of Second Thoughts starting at 3 pm. Admission is only $3 (free for SHF members) and includes free popcorn! To make it a real matinee, candy and beverages will be available for purchase. The Friday Afternoon Film Series will be held at the Foundation’s cultural heritage facility located at 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, CA 92672. For more information contact linda@surfingheritage.org or at 949.388.0313 x0. www.surfingheritage.org
Monday, August 24, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Monday, August 17, 2009
Dear and Yonder
Dear & Yonder
Presented by Rainbow Sandals
Through imagery, music, and art, Tiffany Campbell and Andria Lessler’s film documents the inner spirit of modern day surfers Stephanie Gilmore, Sally Fitzgibbons, Coco Ho, Silvana Lima, Sofia Mulanovich, Kassia Meador, Ashley Davis, Prue Jeffries, Belinda Baggs, Ashley Lloyd, Judith Sheridan, Liz Clark and early pioneers like Linda Benson, Jericho Poppler, and Rell Sunn and the heart of their experiences. The film also features some female skateboarders shredding.
VIP Tickets $35: 5:30-7PM, private meet and greet with the stars, appetizers, 2 drinks, preferred seating. Bar closes promptly at 7. General Admission $10: doors open at 7PM, movie starts at dusk. Concessions for sale. Opportunity drawings. Please call to reserve your seats: 949.388.0313 x0
Special Guests include Kassia Meador, Sofia Mulanovich, Linda Benson, Jericho Poppler and Jan Sunn-Carreira
We will have a display of artwork created by participants of the film.
With additional support from: Roxy, Primo Beer, Barefoot Wine, Malama Composites, Sambazon, Smart Water, and Vita Water
Friday, August 14, 2009
One California Day at the Surfing Heritage Foundation
From the filmmakers who brought you Singlefin: yellow, DRIVE and Stylemasters, comes a story about surf culture and tradition. One California Day is a visual journey through six distinct coastal regions, capturing the California surfing experience through the surfers who live it. Shot in brilliant super 16mm color film, the movie examines the variety of subtle differences that make California so unique. This will be shown in wide-screen format.
Producer Mark Jeremias will be here.
$3 admission, FREE for SHF members
Its at 3 today!!!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
20th Annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau dates selected
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association’s (DLSA) 20th annual Dale Velzy Surf Classic and Luau dates have been selected. Based on the best tides, swell predictions and the luck of the draw the classic venue will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at legendary Doheny State Beach, Dana Point, California.
Open to the public, the event honors one of the most famous surfers and surfboard shapers of all time, Dale Velzy who passed away in 2005. The club has been honored to produce this event for all surfers who enjoy the same things that Dale enjoyed, having fun with friends and family. It is in that spirit that the DLSA holds this annual event so that everyone in attendance can enjoy everything from the surf contest, the luau, Polynesian review, and dancing under the stars at Doheny with a live band.
“The 20th edition of this surf classic has a very special place in the hearts of all Doheny Longboard Members. Dale Velzy was an extremely special person to us all and this program is our yearly tribute to one of the true pioneers of the sport” said, Nyles Schafhauser, DLSA President.
This year’s event kicks-off with the surf contest at 6:30 a.m. The Luau festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. followed closely by the Polynesian review, awards ceremony, raffles and then dancing. It’s great fun for everyone.
For Luau information, tickets and group rate discounts contact Nyles at Surfcar1@aol.com.
For Surfing event information and sign ups contact Mark Calkins at mc250c@aol.com
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. PR contact: Denny Michael at dlsa10@hotmail.com
Monday, August 10, 2009
Thursday, August 06, 2009
Hanging Five - OC Premiere
If you’re a surf art fan, head down to the Surfing Heritage Foundation at about 3 p.m. on Friday for the Orange County premiere of “Hanging Five“, a new film on surf artists by director Chris Cutri.
The film follows five artists who all happen to be surfers. The film documents their work and looks at different aspects of their lives, and how those experiences have impacted their work. The film also looks at why the surf culture embraces and supports the arts.
The artists include: Andy Davis, Tyler Warren, Julie Goldstein, Alex Knost (of Newport Beach), Wolfgang Bloch.
Here’s more info from the release:
On hand will be Chris Cutri the director and artists confirmed at this time are Tyler Warren and Julie Goldstein. Warren “Pickle,” is a young Orange County surfer and is now becoming a well-known artist, whose work has been exhibited from Japan to Brazil. His work is stylized with deep richness and lighthearted charm with many within the surf community becoming collectors and fans.
Seats are $3. The afternoon will offer an awesome glimpse into the lives of surf artists and how the ocean and surfing inspire their work. Snacks, candy, and beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets are available at the door at the Surfing Heritage Foundation.
Where: 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente
When: Friday, 3 p.m.
Contact: linda@surfingheritage.org
If you’re a surf art fan, head down to the Surfing Heritage Foundation at about 3 p.m. on Friday for the Orange County premiere of “Hanging Five“, a new film on surf artists by director Chris Cutri.
The film follows five artists who all happen to be surfers. The film documents their work and looks at different aspects of their lives, and how those experiences have impacted their work. The film also looks at why the surf culture embraces and supports the arts. Here’s a look at the trailer:
The film follows five artists who all happen to be surfers. The film documents their work and looks at different aspects of their lives, and how those experiences have impacted their work. The film also looks at why the surf culture embraces and supports the arts. Here’s a look at the trailer:
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Monday, August 03, 2009
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