One year ago this week, the Los Angeles City Council voted to move forward with completing the CEQA environmental review for a plastic checkout bag ban. Having all the necessary  

The volunteers with the International Coastal Cleanup not only pick up trash that is endangering the health of humans, wildlife and coastal economies, they count every item.
Volunteers participate in the  

Bonfire rings located throughout Southern California are a valuable part of beach culture. For over 60 years, family and friends have been using the rings as a place to socialize  

Surfers put a huge emphasis on protecting the environment, mainly because taking care of the ocean and it’s surroundings directly affects their lives. It’s painful for those who are traveling  

Imagine if your sacred surf spot was in danger of losing its precious waves. This is exactly what is happening to British surfers in the United Kingdom. British surfing spots  

As the newest ambassador for the SurfAid Schools Program, current ASP World Tour Champion Joel Parkinson (AUS) swapped his surfboard for books when he visited Sydney’s Barrenjoey High School. After the  

Surfers have an interesting relationship with sharks. While most of the world portrays these predators as ruthless killers, some surfers are able to see them as captivating creatures that are  

Living an outdoor active lifestyle and tackling the surf can lead to tons of sun exposure, especially UV rays reflecting off the water. May is “Skin Cancer Awareness” month, and  

After a decent amount of rain in Southern California this morning, health officials are advising swimmers and surfers to beware of discharging storm drains near creeks, river mouths and beaches.  

After their first round of products in November 2012, Grassracks is back in time for summer! Pennsylvania based board sport enthusiasts spent the winter engineering and designing better products. Their  

Just months ago, Hurricane Sandy devastated the East Coast and local beach communities are still recovering from the brutality of the superstorm. Waves for Water has teamed up with Jon Rose to  

RAREFORM is a company inspiring outdoor enthusiasts around the world. Founded by Alec Avedissian, this brand gives athletes the opportunity to be “active problem solvers”.  Beginning after Avedissian decided to go on a