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…
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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…
Beach Reopening Proposal by MB Commissioner Arriola
Public Spaces are Open- But not Beaches. On April 29th, Miami Dade County opened parks, marinas, and golf courses for limited public use. Beaches were not part of the reopening. Miami Beach Commissioner Ricky Arriola has made a proposal requesting limited access to our beaches. What’s the Proposed Reopening Plan? Reopen our public beach daily from 6AM to 10AM &…
What is our beach reopening plan? (COVID19)
Beaches will open. But when & how? Eventually, all of our beaches will need to open. As stewards of the coastline, surfers should be leading the process of shifting from closed to open beaches. We just need to let the government know how we feel about reopenings. Make your voice heard This letter was developed so that you may email…
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…
Hurricane Irma – Miami Beach – Timelapse
Hurricane Irma time-lapse taken on Miami Beach, FL between Friday, September 8th, 2017 and Monday, September 11th, 2017.
Typhoon Lagoon Surf Trip – July 15, 2017
On July 15th, our crew spent the morning at Typhoon Lagoon. We were lucky to have Oscar Socarras Photography, Vodagraph, Mario Romero and Kim Lion shoot our session. Another great ThankYouSurfing Typhoon Lagoon Surf Trip! Here are some of our favorite shots from the day: Want to come on the next trip with us? Sign up here to get emailed about future Typhoon…
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!…
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.…