Rincón Home | Goal | At Risk | Threats | Solution | What You Can Do | Contact Reserva Marina Tres Palmas | Maps | Natural Resources | Updates | Info Library | Links | Videos June 1, 2005: 12th Annual Paddle to the Capitolio - Calling Attention to Coastal Issues San Juan, PR – Coastal enthusiasts gathered at "La Ocho" for the 12th Annual Paleteo. The Paddle to the Capitolio was organized to draw attention to coastal issues around the island and to solicit greater support from the island's politicians for public beach access and coastal protection. Groups from around the island, including Asociación Internacional de Mujeres Surfistas and Amigos del Mar, came to show their support for our mother ocean. Organized by WaterKeeper Riki DeSoto, participants like coastal heros Tito Kayak and El "Doctor" paddled from la playa del Escambrón to la playa San Juan Bautista in front of the Capitolio building. Link to El Nuevo Dia Article      Bringing the message to the Capitolio The Paleteo Crew Defiende tu Playa! "El Padrino", the brainchild of recycling enthusiast Jesus Roman of Guaynabo, is a functional kayak made of 2 liter Pepsi bottles lashed to a PVC frame. *     *     * SURFRIDER and the SURFRIDER LOGO are registered service marks of Surfrider Foundation Copyright © 2005 Surfrider Foundation All rights reserved