Press Releases

GREENEST SUNGLASS FRAME EVER LAUNCHES SPY’S NEW ECO COLLECTION

April 22 2013

SPY is happily introducing the “greenest” sunglass frame ever made—the SPY + Surfrider Helm—as a part of its new eco-friendly Recompose Collection. With a shared passion for surfing and the common goal of environmental awareness, the SPY + Surfrider partnership aims to highlight Surfrider Foundation’s Rise Above Plastics campaign while advancing the development of environmentally conscious eyewear built from sustainable sources. Read More »

EPA DROWNS BEACH PROGRAM

April 17 2013

Last week, the Obama Administration released the FY2014 budget, and once again it eliminates the EPA’s Beach Grant Program that funds recreational water quality monitoring programs to protect swimmer safety. Read More »

INTERNATIONAL SURFING DAY RETURNS JUNE 20

April 01 2013

Short board, long board, no board, International Surfing Day returns, on Thursday, June 20. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES WORLD WATER DAY MEMBERSHIP

March 20 2013

This Friday, March 22nd marks World Water Day – a global observance that highlights the need for care and management of our world’s water resources. On this day, the Surfrider Foundation will celebrate not only by educating and driving awareness and support for various clean water campaigns and programs like Rise Above Plastics and Know Your H2O, but also offering a special World Water Day membership package. Read More »

SURFERS ESCALATE BATTLE TO RE-OPEN MARTIN’S BEACH

March 12 2013

The Surfrider Foundation today escalated their three-year effort to re-open Martin’s Beach for surfers, fishermen and the general public. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION HONORS 2012 WAVEMAKERS

February 27 2013

On Saturday, February 23rd, the Surfrider Foundation honored their 2012 Wavemakers at Cannon’s Seafood Grill in Dana Point. This annual awards ceremony honors individuals and companies for their outstanding volunteer efforts and support to help the Foundation fulfill its mission of protecting our world’s oceans, waves and beaches. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION’S SECOND ANNUAL “3 SECOND MOVIE CONTEST” PRESENTED BY TEVA AND FINLANDIA VODKA

February 26 2013

To raise awareness about our world’s water issues and the small changes individuals can do to help, Surfrider Foundation is proud to bring back the “3 Second Movie Contest” presented by Teva and Finlandia Vodka. Between now and March 15th, the Surfrider Foundation is challenging participants to capture the essence of water in just three seconds. The top movie selections will be compiled into a short set to release on March 22nd – World Water Day. Read More »

SAN MATEO COUNTY RULES MARTIN’S BEACH IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

February 07 2013

Today, Judge Davis granted the County of San Mateo District Attorney’s motion to dismiss the trespassing charges filed against five surfers accessing Martin’s Beach. Read More »

OREGON TERRITORIAL SEA PLAN APPROVED

January 25 2013

After nearly five years of data collection, stakeholder engagement and public process that included the Surfrider Foundation and its Oregon Chapter Network, the State of Oregon approved a Territorial Sea Plan to protect special recreational and ecological places, including key surf spots, while creating opportunities for renewable ocean energy development. Read More »

PENNYWISE FRONTMAN JIM LINDBERG JOINS SURFRIDER FOUNDATION’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS

January 14 2013

Pennywise frontman and “Punk Rock Dad” author Jim Lindberg can add another line to his expanding resume – Surfrider Foundation board member. Surfrider Foundation’s Board of Directors recently appointed Jim to serve on the board for a two-year term, during which he will focus on fundraising efforts and expanding the Foundation’s relationships with tastemakers in the music industry. Read More »

COASTAL COMMISSION DENIES PG&E SEISMIC TESTING PERMIT

November 14 2012

After eight hours of testimony that included comments from Surfrider Foundation, activists and ocean lovers alike, the California Coastal Commission denied Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) the necessary permit to conduct seismic testing off the Central California Coast. The Commission unanimously found the project inconsistent with the Coastal Act. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES FIFTH ITEM IN “TREASURES FOR THE COAST ONLINE AUCTION”

November 13 2012

As Surfrider Foundation’s highly successful “Treasures for the Coast” online auction nears its end, the organization has announced yet another one-of-a-kind item as the next piece to hit the auction block. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION RALLIES TO STOP SEISMIC TESTING

November 08 2012

The Surfrider Foundation is calling on supporters to rally next Wednesday, November 14th in opposition of a proposed seismic testing project along California’s Central Coast. The rally will take place during the California Coastal Commission meeting at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION ISSUES STATEMENT ON HURRICANE SANDY

October 30 2012

As we pause to consider those we have lost from Hurricane Sandy and focus on the immediate recovery efforts for those who have lost their homes, power, water and other life sustaining necessities, we are reminded of the real and devastating effect that are being caused by rising sea levels. Read More »

PROTECT OUR WINTERS AND SURFRIDER FOUNDATION PARTNER WITH PRO ATHLETES IN VOTING CAMPAIGN

October 24 2012

With voter turnout a major issue in the 2012 election, Protect Our Winters and the Surfrider Foundation have asked professional skiers, snowboarders and surfers to remind their respective communities to get out and vote. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION AND BLOOSEE ANNOUNCE MAPPING PARTNERSHIP

October 22 2012

The Surfrider Foundation and San Francisco-based BlooSee Incorporated announced today a “mapping partnership” that integrates technology and ocean conservation. The goal of the partnership is to provide Surfrider Foundation supporters and volunteers with information about current campaigns, coastal water quality updates, upcoming beach cleanups, and chapter locations utilizing BlooSee’s mapping system and technology resources. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION RELEASES FOURTH ITEM IN “TREASURES FOR THE COAST” ONLINE AUCTION

October 19 2012

After the close of its most recent online auction, a Modern/Classic Dale Velzy-shaped redwood surfboard that sold for $8,000, the Surfrider Foundation today placed the fourth item in the “Treasures for the Coast” online auction up for sale. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION KICKS OFF “RAPTOBER”

October 02 2012

This week the Surfrider Foundation and Rusty are excited to kick off the 2nd annual “Raptober” celebration. This month-long effort seeks to educate and inspire the public to eliminate plastic waste from our oceans, waves and beaches. Read More »

SURFRIDER FOUNDATION RELEASES THIRD ITEM IN “TREASURES FOR THE COAST” ONLINE AUCTION

October 01 2012

Following the success of its first two online auctions - day-long concert experiences with Dave Mathews Band and Jason Mraz - that raised over $35,000 combined, the Surfrider Foundation today announced the third item in the “Treasures for the Coast” online auction. Read More »