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The Dodo, a popular YouTube channel known for its heartwarming animal videos, recently shared an adorable 3-minute and 32-second video titled "This Hawaiian Cat Loves Surfing With His Parents." The video features the story of Hokule'a, a special cat residing in Honolulu, Hawaii, who has a unique passion for surfing and swimming alongside his human parents.

As Southern Californians plan their Memorial Day weekend, a visit to the beach may be high on the agenda. However, health officials in Los Angeles are cautioning residents against entering the water at certain beach locations. Recent tests conducted by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health have revealed elevated levels of bacteria, surpassing the established health standards. In this article, we will explore the affected beaches and discuss the importance of heeding these warnings for the well-being of beachgoers.

When you start reading about surfers throughout history, you may notice that an awful lot of them have met untimely ends. Some, from surfing itself: Mark Foo’s leash tangle in the rocks at Maverick's, Todd Chesser’s drowning at Outside Alligators on the North Shore, Joaquín Miró Quesada hitting the reef at Pipeline. But some, from other (seemingly) unrelated causes: Ron Stoner’s disappearance at the height of his career. Warren Bolster’s suicide at a surprisingly late age. Andy Irons untimely overdose. Are these instances random, or is there some connection here?

In a captivating video that has taken the internet by storm, a courageous 5-year-old boy experiences a thrilling encounter with a shark while surfing alongside his father. The viral footage showcases the young surfer's awe-inspiring reaction upon spotting the massive shark near his paddleboard. While the heartwarming bond between father and son is evident, the incident has sparked a heated debate online, with some questioning the parents' decision to allow their child to venture so far into the water. Let's delve deeper into this remarkable tale of bravery and explore the contrasting viewpoints it has ignited.

On May 17, a fisherman and a surfer got into an argument that lead to the fisherman pulling a gun on a Florida beach. According to reports, the fisherman, who is a 65-year-old man, brandished his weapon after the surfer allegedly threw a punch at him over fishing lines in the lineup.

In Queensland, Australia, the Noosa Malibu Club has come under fire for holding a competition in which it paid the women's event winner 30 percent less than her male counterpart. Surfing Australia has issued them a “first and final warning” for breaching pay parity rules, and warns that the club could be disassociated if they do not compensate the female winner.

Perhaps you’ve wandered down to the beach and happened into watching a surf contest with surfers from all over the world. There are the usual suspects (Brazil, Hawai’i, Australia), competitors representing some lesser known but still surfy areas (France, the East Coast of the States) and then, sometimes, there’s surfers from places with no ocean in sight. Places like Germany and Colorado.

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The Byron Shire Council in New South Wales, Australia, has passed a motion that effectively makes it illegal to surf without a leash in Bryon Bay. “It sends the right message that people are starting to take it seriously, that surf safety is something we should have top of mind when we enter the water,” said Mathew Cassidy, who nearly bled out on the sand after a longboard fin cut his brachiocephalic artery at Wategos Beach. “I think if it helps just one kid hanging out at the lagoon at the Pass not get hit in the head by a mal, they’ve done the right thing.”

Having a wave pool is an interesting decision. Having the wave pool approved is even more interesting because the pacific ocean surrounds Hawaii. You could go to the beach, which would still be closer than the wave pool. Of course, proponents of the wave pool see it as equivalent to a swimming pool. Many know the importance of conserving water because Oahu is an island. Fresh water is scarce; opponents to the wave pool see the wave pool as a waste of a valuable resource because the wave pool uses fresh water. Yet it still gained enough support from local leaders to construct and open the wave pool. It holds 1.7 gallons of fresh water, the same as two Olympic swimming pools.

Big Sur California is a famous 90 mile stretch of rugged California coastline. It’s known for breathtaking views, redwoods, waterfalls, and of course, surfing. Big Sur surfing is unique from other surf spots in California. It’s extremely isolated, and the surf and beaches are particularly rugged and wild.

San Luis Obispo is one of the most underrated surf destinations in California- but it’s not for everyone. This charming region on the Central Coast boasts good vibes, cold water, and fun, consistent surf. However, to really enjoy and belong to the SLO surfing scene, you need to have a few important, specific character traits.

You may have seen, on your daily internet perusals, footage of a surfer named Sara Taylor getting punched in the head in Bali. It was a surf fight that immediately set the internet aflame, with surfers from all over the world coming to her defense in comment sections. Promises to find the offender(s) were flung far and wide, and it appears that those promises have been kept. In an announcement on social media, Quebra Onda said that the brand had dropped JP Azevedo from its roster after he was identified by internet sleuths yesterday as the aggressor in the video.

The surf in Southern California includes a healthy mix of point, beach, and reef breaks! There is plenty of surf to be had from the beginner- expert level of surfers. Honestly, the surf in southern California is good all year round. However, the best time to go depends a little on what you’re looking for.

To replace polymer-based components used in surfboard construction, Greenhouse Surfboards is engineering the world's first eco-friendly board made entirely out of palm leaves.

Surfing is more than just a sport- it’s a way of life. Ask any surfer- there’s no feeling quite like the one you get from dropping in and flying down the face of a wave. Surfing is extremely fun, and I don’t know where my life would be without it.

While surfing is super fun, it’s also inherently dangerous. I mean, you’re paddling out into the ocean, often surrounded by other surfers, and riding powerful, sometimes massive moving walls of water. Of course it’s going to have risks! However, if you follow these 17 important surf safety tips, you’re likely to have a much safer, and more fun surfing experience.

Cayucos, California is a small coastal town located in San Luis Obispo, California. This small town is home to about 6 miles of beautiful, clean coastline- and plenty of awesome waves.

Jalama Beach, California is one of the most consistent surf spots in Central California. Located right next to Point Conception, it picks up all the south swells that Santa Barbara misses out on, making it a perfect summer surf destination. If you’re looking to surf some fun, uncrowded waves, the Jalama Beach Surf Spot is for you.

Have you ever wondered, “When is the best time to surf?” While many surfers might tell you it’s in the mornings, the answer isn’t quite that simple. There are several different factors that affect the best time to surf, and while surfing conditions are genuinely best in the mornings, that isn’t always the case! And it’s important to understand why the waves are good, so you can give yourself the best shot at paddling out when the waves are good. This article is going to discuss the best time to surf and the reasons why, so you can give yourself the best chance at surfing when the waves are best. For more surf tips and surf travel guides, check out my blog!