Atmospheric Rivers: Streams in the Sky

Californians, on a normal year, typically celebrate New Year’s Eve with parties in backyards, beaches, or rooftop bars. Not this year. It rained, a lot. In late 2022 into early 2023, a long channel of warm moist air called an atmospheric river, flowed up from the tropics into the mid-latitudes (30-60N). It brought rain and …

Ancient Water: A Brief History of Surfing

Surfing today is a worldwide cultural phenomenon. All around the world, surfers are able to share the spiritual bond that riding the oceans brings. This sport, however, has a rich history complete with roots in mythology, gender equality, and shameful colonialism. The origin story of surfing begins in the heart of the grandest of oceans, …

Climate Crisis and Surfing: A Look Into The Future

Since the start of the Industrial Revolution, the Earth’s overall temperature has been rising. The heating of the planet is in strong correlation with increased human activity. Human activity is related to carbon dioxide (CO2) which is released every time coal, oil, or natural gas is burned. Greenhouse gases, such as CO2, capture the Sun’s …

The P’s of Surfing: Tips to riding more waves

Surfing is not an easy sport. The art form of riding waves incorporates balance, cardiovascular endurance, and zen-like patience. However, there are still times in which it feels impossible to catch these offerings from Poseidon. The oceanic energy slips underneath without even the slightest push forward. The effect of seeing someone take the wave you …

Top 3 Coldest Waves in the World

Winter is coming. Soon, much of the world’s northern hemisphere will be subject to howling winds, frigid temperatures, and longer nights. In order to help the brave wintertime surfers get in the cold water spirit, or to spark an unconventional holiday break surf trip, here are the three coldest waves in the world that will …

All you need to know about tides.

First photo of the Earth taken from Apollo 8 on Moon in 1968. Tide Basics The world’s incomprehensibly gigantic oceans are an ideal location to become intimately connected with the ruthlessly raw power of nature. Hikers and beachgoers alike love to look at the mysterious beauty of the world’s bodies of water from dry land. …