Category: General

Re: Statement From The Surfrider Foundation’s Miami Chapter Leadership

Background Info Beaches across Miami-Dade County have been closed since mid-March. The first closures were limited to the entertainment district in South Beach and were meant to curb rowdy crowds of Spring Breakers. Later, as the fear of COVID-19 was realized, the closures were extended to other areas of the beach, and finally full closures of all beaches in the…

How to Reopen a Beach: COVID19 Guide and Resource

Safely restore access to our beaches This guide and resource were developed so that Miami Beach and other municipalities can reopen their beaches safely after closures brought about by the Coronavirus (COVID19). It is relying on the experiences of “on the ground” enforcement staff, thought leaders for coastline access, and the cumulative experience of other places that have already reopened…

Another Beach Reopening Proposal by MB Commissioner Arriola

What’s the story? On May 1, 2020, Miami Beach Commissioner Ricky Arriola presented a resolution to reopen our beaches on a limited basis. Surprisingly, not a single elected official even considered the item worth discussing. Many residents, also in disbelief, called-in to the virtual meeting to express their dissatisfaction with the lack of attention to the resolution. Arriola to reintroduce…

Surfrider Foundation: Seeking Volunteers and Leaders

The Surfrider Foundation is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in local projects and even some passionate leaders to serve on local chapter boards. The Surfrider Foundation is a community of everyday people who passionately protect our playground – the ocean, waves, and beaches -that provide us so much enjoyment. Community of everyday people who passionately protect our playground – the…

New Project Update – Fall 2016

We’ve been working on a bunch of cool projects, so we want to share everything that’s been happening behind-the-scenes! When we started ThankYouSurfing, we had no idea where it would take us. But, we had a simple mission: Give back to the surf community. Improve forecasting and reporting. So far, it seems like people really like what we’re trying to do!…

Group Photo - ThankYouSurfing - Typhoon Lagoon - August 6 2016 (courtesy Oscar Socarras)

Typhoon Lagoon Surf Trip – August 6, 2016

Surfing in a pool in Orlando is surreal. It’s completely unnatural. Everything is manufactured. But, it’s there. And, luckily for us, it’s totally surfable. Hence, the ThankYouSurfing Typhoon Lagoon Surf Trip was created! You may laugh and call it a mushburger, but if the ocean goes flat and travel funds are limited, it’s a very good alternative. And, it’s guaranteed waves.…