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In every country that’s been surfed, there’s been a first surfer. Someone who's sprung to their feet on a board, and propelled to shore for the very first time.

Hawaiians David Kawānanakoa, Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana’ole and Edward Keli’ialonui were attending military school when they first surfed the waters of Santa Cruz.

Author Patrick Moser discusses his book “Surf and Rescue: George Freeth and the Birth of California Beach Culture”  Surfing can offer an abundance of benefits. For some, surfing is a way to let loose and absorb the sun and salt; to others, it’s considered a competitive sport, and for many, it’s considered a lifestyle.  Author […]

THURS, JULY 6 PARK TALES: STARS AND STRIPES Park Tales is a fun and educational program for the entire family, at Malibu Bluffs Parks from 10 to 11 a.m. Children and their caregivers will listen to stories narrated by a Malibu Library librarian, create an art activity, and enjoy a complimentary snack. Children must be […]

Sometimes a wave has to die for a new one to be born. Here are the stories of three man-made surf breaks that went extinct and the waves that replaced them.

The following is an excerpt from 'Surf and Rescue: George Freeth and the Birth of California Beach Culture' by Patrick Moser. Freeth has an amazing story.

Freeth taught surfing to lifeguards and others beginning in 1907

By Garth Meyer Hundreds of people pass by his bronze bust each day on the Redondo Beach Pier. George Freeth now gets a further introduction, in a new book that…

Spotlight Chevron Manhattan Grand Prix The Chevron Manhattan Beach Grand Prix, one of the oldest professional bicycling races in the country, takes place Sunday…

Spotlight The Satin Dollz opened the Concert in the Park at Polliwog Park Sunday, July 3 with a USO style tribute to our Armed Forces.