Jim's Blog
April 2012
April 26, 2012
You say you want a revolution
Topics: Victories Kids Chapters Plastics Water Quality
The fight to decrease single-use plastics has become a mainstream movement. Join it.
April 25, 2012
16 wins in last 90 days
Topics: Beach access Victories Coastal development Water Beaches Coastal armoring Campaigns
Surfrider's activist network continues the scorching pace and delivers 16 wins in the last 90 days. Kudos to the volunteers behind these victories.
April 23, 2012
The High Line, another smart city park
Topics: Ocean friendly garden
The High Line in NYC offers a great, urban twist on ocean friendly gardening. Check it out if you have the chance.
April 19, 2012
Private Access: Go Away
Topics: Beach access Coastal development
Beach access is one of those things we take for granted until it's too late. We should be able to access the beach, period.
April 17, 2012
Persistent toxins; The ongoing tragedy of the BP oil spill
Topics: Coastal development Blue Water Task Force Oil Pollution Water Quality
Over a year later toxins from the Corexit used in the BP oil spill remain. The spill isn't over. It's just less visible to the naked eye.
April 04, 2012
I’m a surfer so I believe…
Topics: Waves Activism Surfing
So, you're a surfer. What does that mean to you? What do you believe?