Malibu declared World Surfing Reserve

July 22, 2010 – Save The Waves Coalition, in partnership with National Surfing Reserves Australia and the International Surfing Association, is proud to announce the forthcoming dedication of iconic Malibu Surfrider Beach as the first World Surfing Reserve. Read more...

Portland's Ban the Bag Coalition makes an impact

Portland Mayor Sam Adams released a draft ordinance to ban single-use grocery bags from the checkout counter at large supermarkets throughout Portland. Read more...

Water Quality Advisories

July 28th: Advisory in effect for Sunset Bay at the mouth of Big Creek.

Visit The Green Room for more info on Oregon's coastal waters testing program.

Upcoming Events

> Longboard contests on the horizon

Pacific City will once again play host to one of the longest running surf contests in Oregon, the Cape Kiwanda Longboard Classic, August 7-8th. This 12th edition event is under new ownership and time will tell if they can deliver the goods. One thing's for certain, we'll all bare witness to some of the best local surf talent throughout the weekend. Reg forms are available for download now at the event's website.

Close on the heels of the Pacific City contest is the Rogue Gathering, another Oregon longboard classic. It comes to South Beach in Newport on Sept 11-12th. Register early to secure your spot in the line-up.

> Walking on Water surf film premier

Two surfers. One dream. Finding faith on the journey of a lifetime. This surf movie premier, presented by Waves of Grace, is showing August 19th, at the Hollywood Theater at 7:15 p.m., $7. All proceeds benefit the church and community of Gigante, Nicaragua.

> Pick it up

SOLV Fall Beach Cleanup and River Restoration Day, Sept 25th. More info at the SOLV site.

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