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Jay Michael "Jay Boy" Moriarity (1978 - 2001) - Find A Grave Memorial

Jay Michael "Jay Boy" Moriarity (1978 - 2001) - Find A Grave Memorial

NOAA - Up with Otters, Down with Surfers. Just Go Drown...

K38 International Personal Watercraft Rescue Awards for Lifesaving

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2004/05 Mavericks Surf Contest
Paddle-in Big Wave contestMavericks, California, USA1 January - 31 March 2006
www.maverickssurf.com
This is your chance to volunteer at The 2006 Mavericks Surf Contest®!
Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 30 December, 2005 : - - The Mavericks Surf Ventures team is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are willing to volunteer for a full day during The 2006 Mavericks Surf Contest®, which will take place on 24 hours’ notice any day between January 1st and March 31st. Over the course of Contest Day, it is our intention for all volunteers to experience the excitement of the competition and to enjoy the atmosphere that the athletes and crowds create. Volunteers will be placed throughout the venue to assist spectators, athletes and staff, and to help ensure a positive, safe environment.
Keep in mind, the success of this event is largely due to the dedication and efforts of our volunteers. Operational roles include venue set-up/break-down, hospitality, crowd control, access control, spectator services and venue monitoring. Each volunteer is provided with a limited edition Mavericks t-shirt, a box lunch and refreshments. Additionally, there will be the chance to take part in a raffle for exclusive Mavericks merchandise at the end of the Contest.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join our volunteer team and to take part in this amazing, world-renowned event!
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or have any questions, please contact:
Elisa Melchiori Volunteer Coordinator elisa@maverickssurf.com

Paddle In Contest

Paddle-in Big Wave contest

Mavericks, California, USA7 January - 31 March 2006
www.maverickssurf.com
PADDLE OUT, PRAYER AND CELEBRATION TO KICK OFF THE 2006 MAVERICKS SURF CONTEST®
Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 22 December, 2005 : - - On Saturday, January 7th, the 2006 Mavericks Surf Contest® holding period will officially commence with a ceremonial prayer and paddle-out followed by a kick-off celebration. In a symbolic show of respect for the ocean and tradition, surfers will paddle-out to the break, form a circle, join hands and pray for a safe and successful event.
After, all will join together for a celebration and announcements about the contest such as heat selection, partnerships, and more. The opening ceremony event is not open to the public, but media and invited guests are welcome. Food and beverages will be provided courtesy of Ono Grill.
WHEN: January 7, 2006 - Prayer and Paddle-Out (2 p.m.); Opening Celebration (3-7 p.m.)
WHERE: Prayer and Paddle-Out – Mavericks Surf Break
Celebration – Harbor House Convention Center in Princeton-by-the-Sea, 346 Princeton Ave., Half Moon Bay, Calif.
WHO: Contest organizers will attend and be available for interviews including: Mavericks legend and Contest Director Jeff Clark, Mavericks surfers Russell Smith, Jake Wormhoudt, Grant Washburn, Ryan Seelbach, Zach Wormhoudt, Evan Slater, Matt Ambrose, Troy Virostko and others to be confirmed. VIPs and media are also invited.
WHY: The opening ceremony will celebrate the start of the 2006 contest season and will also be the first chance to get details on competitor heat selection, sponsors and other important contest information.
HOW: Media interested in attending should contact Dawn (dboeckermann@snlc.net) or Hilary (hcraven@snlc.net) at SnL Communications, (310) 996-0239

About Mavericks Surf Ventures, LLC:Mavericks Surf Ventures, LLC is a partnership between surfing legend Jeff Clark and San Francisco-based sports management and marketing firm Evolve Sports, LLC. Mavericks Surf Ventures produces The Mavericks Surf Contest® and offers apparel and other licensed merchandise under the Mavericks™ brand. Coined as "the wave beyond," Mavericks™ inspires hardcore athletes to face the unpredictably raw power of Mother Nature, and stirs the souls of those who aspire to challenge their own limits. On a date to be determined on 24-hours' notice during the winter season of 2006, 24 invited surfers will battle to determine the next Champion of The Mavericks Surf Contest®.
Keir J. BeadlingMavericks Surf Ventures, LLCmaverickssurf@evolve-sports.com www.maverickssurf.com

Something Wicked is coming to Socal

MAJOR STORM OFF HAWAII TO GENERATE HUGE SURF FOR CALIFORNIA ON WEDNESDAY A developing storm near Hawaii has intensified early Monday with 50 knot winds and 50 foot seas aimed directly toward California. This is an “El Nino” type of storm as it has dropped far to the south between Hawaii and California to pick up a tremendous amount of tropical moisture to fuel its strength. A weak ridge of high pressure over California will maintain stable weather conditions along the coast with generally light and variable winds – very favorable for surfers with the experience to surf large waves. This storm is generating near hurricane force winds and huge seas within 1,000 miles of California, much closer than normal. The swell direction will also be from a broad westerly direction, which will also allow the maximum amount of swell energy to penetrate through the offshore islands to arrive at the coast of Southern California. Most areas with southwest, westerly, and/or northwesterly exposure will experience 8-12 foot waves with sets near 15 feet. Some more west facing exposed areas will have sets approaching 20 feet and possibly more. Local high tides will be in the medium 4.5 foot range so typically we wouldn’t expect significant coastal flooding or erosion. However, this will be one of the largest swells to arrive in Southern California is years, so local authorities should definitely prepare for coastal erosion and flooding in low lying areas open to the southwest, west, and northwest. Marine harbor entrances open to a westerly direction will also have large breaking waves near the harbor entrances, especially during the low tide periods late Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. If you have further questions please feel free to contact the Surfline forecasting team below. http://www.Surfline.com Be safe, Sean Collins 714-504-9404 cell scollins@surfline.com