COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Tidal Ties: Weaving the Fabric of Surf Culture
The Surfer's Journal is included as a spotlight in our Community Resources for its unparalleled dedication to surf culture and storytelling. This publication stands out for its deep dives into the world of surfing, offering readers not just surf reports or gear reviews, but rich narratives, stunning photography, and a thoughtful exploration of surfing's impact on culture and the environment.
The Surfer's Journal is a resource that connects surfers to the broader aspects of their passion, celebrating both the art and sport of surfing. By featuring The Surfer's Journal, we aim to provide our community with a source of inspiration and a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of surfing.
We spotlight the Surfrider Foundation for its relentless advocacy for the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves, and beaches. This organization's commitment to environmental stewardship through community-based activism, education, and legal action aligns with the values of surfers and ocean enthusiasts who are deeply connected to these natural resources.
By including Surfrider Foundation, we aim to encourage our audience to engage in meaningful actions that safeguard our marine environments, ensuring that they remain vibrant and accessible for future generations.
Surfline.com is the leading source for surf reports, forecasts, and coastal weather. Serving surfers and ocean enthusiasts worldwide, Surfline provides up-to-the-minute surf conditions and forecasts, live surf cams at key locations around the globe, and important news and information relevant to the surfing community.
From beginners seeking to understand the best times and places to surf, to seasoned surfers looking for detailed wave forecasts and live conditions, Surfline.com caters to all levels of interest and expertise within the surf community. Whether planning a local surf session or a surf trip abroad, Surfline.com offers invaluable resources to ensure surfers find the best waves.
The International Surfing Association (ISA) is the world governing authority for surfing, recognized by the International Olympic Committee. Since its founding in 1964, the ISA has been dedicated to promoting and developing surfing in all its forms worldwide, connecting the global surfing community, and driving universal participation.
The ISA oversees a range of programs and initiatives aimed at elevating the sport of surfing globally. These include coaching and judging certification programs, youth and adaptive surfing development, and the organization of world championship events across various disciplines. Through these efforts, the ISA strives to make a better world through surfing.
The World Surf League (WSL) is the premier global stage for professional surfing, hosting the world's top surfers who compete in exotic locations for the coveted World Title. As the governing body for professional surfing, WSL showcases unparalleled athleticism, adventurous spirits, and environmental stewardship through its championship tours and events, captivating millions of fans around the globe.
Dedicated to advancing the sport into the future, WSL combines thrilling competition with a commitment to environmental conservation and innovation in surf technology. Their platform not only celebrates the athletic prowess of surfers but also amplifies critical conversations around ocean health, making WSL a pivotal force in both the surf industry and global environmental efforts.
USA Surfing is the International Surfing Association (ISA)-recognized national federation for the sport of surfing in the United States. Committed to advancing the sport across all disciplines—including shortboard, longboard, SUP, and para surfing—USA Surfing plays a pivotal role in developing athletes from grassroots levels to international competition. Through events like the Prime Series and national championships, they provide platforms for surfers to showcase and hone their skills.
With a mission to promote the growth and success of surfing in the U.S., USA Surfing offers high-performance training, athlete development programs, and educational workshops. Their inclusive approach ensures opportunities for surfers of all backgrounds to thrive. By fostering talent and promoting the surfing lifestyle, USA Surfing contributes to the sport's dynamic future on both national and international stages.
Save The Waves Coalition is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the world's waves and beaches. They focus on environmental advocacy, ocean conservation, and sustainable surf tourism. Through their initiatives, they work to ensure that surfing remains an activity that celebrates and protects the natural beauty of the ocean for future generations.
Save The Waves Coalition runs a variety of programs, including wave protection, coastal conservation, and surf eco-tourism, helping communities protect their local surf spots while promoting sustainability. Their signature program, the World Surfing Reserves, designates protected surf areas globally. By featuring Save The Waves, we aim to raise awareness of ocean preservation and encourage the surfing community to become active stewards of the natural environment.
The Surfing Heritage and Culture Center (SHACC) is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and presenting the rich history and cultural impact of surfing. Founded in 1999, SHACC showcases over 500,000 surf-related objects, images, and memorabilia. Through its exhibits, events, and educational programs, SHACC celebrates the essence of surfing and its influence on generations of surfers worldwide.
The Surfing Heritage and Culture Center connects surfers with their heritage, offering free gallery admission and special events that explore the history of surfing. Based in San Clemente, SHACC hosts a variety of exhibits, speakers, and celebrations that inspire surfers and ocean lovers alike. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, SHACC plays a key role in preserving surfing's legacy for future generations.
Surfers For Climate is featured in our Community Resources for its bold commitment to turning the tide on climate change. Founded by surfers in 2019, the organization unites ocean lovers to address climate issues through education, activism, and real-world solutions. With strong roots in surf culture and collaboration with Indigenous communities, Surfers For Climate mobilizes surfers to protect our oceans and fight against new coastal and offshore fossil fuel developments.
Surfers For Climate empowers surfers to become part of the solution to the climate crisis. Their initiatives focus on protecting the ocean, promoting sustainable climate action, and engaging surfers and local communities in environmental advocacy. By featuring Surfers For Climate, we aim to inspire our community to join this growing movement, working together to safeguard the future of our planet and protect the waves we all love.
The Polynesian Voyaging Society promotes environmental responsibility, sustainability, and respect for the oceans and nature. Through its voyages, educational programs, and community initiatives, PVS aims to inspire care for the Earth and interconnectedness among people.
The society is perhaps best known for its double-hulled canoe, the Hōkūle‘a, which has become a symbol of cultural revival in Hawaii and across the Pacific. Since its first voyage to Tahiti from Hawaii in 1976, Hōkūle‘a has traveled over 150,000 nautical miles, connecting diverse cultures and communities around the globe.
Greenpeace is featured in our Community Resources for its relentless commitment to protecting the environment. Founded in 1971, Greenpeace has become a global leader in environmental activism, focusing on issues like climate change, deforestation, and ocean conservation. Known for its peaceful, direct action campaigns, Greenpeace works to defend the Earth and inspire sustainable solutions.
Greenpeace’s mission is to promote peace and environmental justice by campaigning for the protection of natural ecosystems and advocating for renewable energy and sustainable policies. With a presence in over 55 countries, Greenpeace mobilizes communities worldwide to take action against pollution, deforestation, and other environmental crises. By featuring Greenpeace, we support their goal of creating a greener, more sustainable future for all.
Surfing Medicine International (SMI) is a global non-profit of surf-enthusiast health professionals, dedicated to keeping surfers healthy and safe. As a certified medical association, SMI offers injury prevention programs, first aid resources, and surf-specific medical knowledge. Their mission is to empower surfers to become ambassadors of health and environmental awareness.
SMI offers injury prevention exercises, designed by medical professionals, to help surfers avoid common injuries and optimize performance. Their free, ‘SURF FIRST AID’ app provides essential information and emergency contacts worldwide. By featuring SMI, we aim to support their efforts in educating and protecting the global surf community while promoting safety and well-being both in and out of the water.
Mission Mālama is an eco-impact network that unites sustainable brands, mission-driven creators, and conscious consumers to drive environmental change. By aligning profit with purpose, they make it simple for businesses to grow, creators to earn, and every sale to create measurable impact. Their platform empowers individuals and organizations to make a difference—one tree, one purchase, and one partnership at a time.
Through partnerships like One Tree Planted, Mission Mālama turns every transaction into a force for good—supporting global reforestation and ecosystem restoration. With a bold goal to plant 10 million trees by 2050, they lead with purpose and impact. By featuring Mission Mālama, we celebrate their innovative model that merges commerce with environmental stewardship and invites our community to join the movement for a greener future.
A New Earth Project is a strategic collaboration between outdoor enthusiasts and global packaging suppliers, dedicated to eliminating plastic pollution from the world's oceans, lakes, and rivers. Their mission is to develop sustainable packaging solutions that promote a healthier planet.
Initiated by conversations among surfers on Oahu's North Shore, A New Earth Project unites voices from ocean advocacy groups and supply chain organizations to address plastic pollution. They offer eco-friendly packaging through their "New Earth Approved" catalog and produce story-driven content to raise environmental awareness. By featuring A New Earth Project, we support their mission to transform the packaging industry and protect our waterways.
The California Surf Museum is featured in our Community Resources for its dedication to preserving and chronicling the history and culture of surfing. Visitors can explore a comprehensive collection of surfboards, memorabilia, and exhibits that highlight the sport's rich heritage and its global impact. This museum offers an immersive experience into the world of surfing, covering the evolution of surfboards, the stories of iconic surfers, and the cultural influence of surfing in California and beyond.
The California Surf Museum serves as a crucial resource for surfers and enthusiasts alike, offering educational programs, unique exhibits, and a deeper understanding of surfing's historical significance. This museum provides a deep dive into the heritage and milestones of the surfing world. By spotlighting the California Surf Museum, we aim to enrich our community’s appreciation and connection to the sport’s storied past and vibrant present, inspiring a deeper engagement with the legacy and cultural depth of surfing.
Ocean Conservancy is dedicated to advocating for healthy and diverse ocean ecosystems that are vital to sustaining life on Earth. They focus on science-based solutions to tackle the biggest threats to our oceans, engaging in efforts to combat ocean acidification, protect marine wildlife, and reduce the impacts of human activities on ocean health.
One of Ocean Conservancy's hallmark initiatives is the International Coastal Cleanup, the world’s largest volunteer effort aimed at protecting the ocean. Each year, hundreds of thousands of volunteers from countries all around the globe participate in cleanups, removing millions of pounds of trash from beaches and waterways. This program not only cleans up marine environments but also raises awareness about the pervasive issue of ocean pollution.
The Wave Project uses surf therapy to support mental health and well-being through evidence-based programs. By combining the healing power of the ocean with community support, they help individuals build confidence, resilience, and connection. Their inclusive approach has earned international recognition for making a real difference—one wave at a time.
From adaptive surfing to beach-based mentoring, The Wave Project creates safe, welcoming environments that support personal growth and emotional wellness. Their work extends across the UK and beyond, offering hope and belonging through surf-led initiatives. By featuring The Wave Project in our Community Resources, we honor their mission and the powerful role surfing plays in shaping stronger, more compassionate communities.
The Coral Reef Alliance highlights the critical importance of coral reefs to marine biodiversity and the well-being of coastal communities. Coral reefs are not only vital habitats for a vast array of marine life but also provide important benefits to humans, including coastal protection, food, and income from tourism and fisheries.
The Coral Reef Alliance's mission is to unite communities to save coral reefs. Working with people around the world—from fishermen to government leaders, divers to scientists, locals to tourists—CORAL adopts a holistic approach to coral reef conservation. They focus on reducing direct threats to reefs in ways that provide lasting benefits to people and wildlife.
Surfrider Spirit Sessions is included in our Community Resources for its commitment to transforming the lives of at-risk youth through ocean-based mentoring and cultural activities. Their holistic approach helps foster healthy, resilient communities by empowering the next generation of surfers with life skills, confidence, and environmental awareness, promoting personal growth and a deep connection to the ocean.
Surfrider Spirit Sessions offers a range of programs, including surf instruction, environmental science education, life skills discussions, and community service projects. These programs are designed to build resilience, promote personal growth, and instill a deep connection to the ocean and the environment in participants, fostering a sense of responsibility, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.
The O'Neill Sea Odyssey program, spotlighted in our Community Resources, offers a hands-on ocean education experience aboard a 65-foot catamaran. This program is dedicated to teaching environmental stewardship, marine science, and maritime careers to students while fostering a connection to the marine environment. With a curriculum that includes lessons on navigation, marine biology, and oceanography, it provides an immersive learning experience.
O'Neill Sea Odyssey's goals are to inspire environmental responsibility and a passion for marine science in youth. By integrating practical, on-the-water experiences with classroom instruction, the program aims to instill a deep understanding of ocean ecology and conservation. Featuring modules on ecosystem dynamics, human impact, and conservation practices, the curriculum encourages students to become informed and proactive stewards of the marine environment.
Building The Revolution is a platform dedicated to the evolution of surf culture through storytelling, innovation, and community-driven change. By amplifying the voices of legendary surfers, industry pioneers, and grassroots changemakers, it inspires and connects the global surf community.
Through interviews, documentaries, and in-depth discussions, Building The Revolution explores the past, present, and future of surfing. By sharing untold stories and challenging industry norms, it fosters a deeper understanding of surf culture and its impact. Join the movement and be part of the revolution shaping the next generation of wave riders.
Oceana is featured on our Community Resources page for its unwavering commitment to protecting and restoring the world's oceans on a global scale. Known for its impactful campaigns and scientific research, Oceana is at the forefront of marine conservation, working tirelessly to combat overfishing, pollution, and habitat destruction, ensuring the health and sustainability of marine ecosystems for future generations.
The oceans connect us all, covering two-thirds of our blue planet and containing most of the life on Earth. Oceana addresses threats like overfishing, habitat destruction, and pollution by winning science-based policies in key coastal countries, with over 300 victories to date. A restored, healthy, and abundant ocean can help fight climate change, sustain livelihoods, and provide a healthy seafood meal to over 1 billion people daily. By featuring Oceana, we aim to inspire our community to take action in preserving the oceans we love.
Conservation International is featured in our Community Resources for its global efforts to protect nature for the benefit of all life on Earth. Since 1987, Conservation International has been at the forefront of environmental protection, using cutting-edge science, innovative finance, and partnerships to safeguard critical ecosystems. Their work is essential in addressing climate change, preserving biodiversity, and promoting sustainable development.
Conservation International focuses on creating lasting change by protecting and restoring ecosystems that are vital to the planet's health. They prioritize social equity, sustainable livelihoods, and climate resilience, ensuring that conservation efforts benefit both nature and the communities that depend on it. By featuring Conservation International, we aim to inspire our community to support their mission of securing a healthy, prosperous future for all. Join us in promoting a nature-positive world.
Blue Planet Foundation is spotlighted in our Community Resources for its visionary approach to promoting clean energy solutions. This organization is dedicated to transitioning Hawaii to 100% clean energy through education, advocacy, and community engagement. By supporting innovative policies and programs, Blue Planet Foundation aims to reduce carbon emissions and foster a sustainable future.
Blue Planet Foundation's policy initiatives focus on advocating for renewable energy legislation, improving energy efficiency standards, and promoting sustainable transportation. Their work includes advancing policies that support clean energy innovation, reducing dependence on fossil fuels, and fostering environmental stewardship. By featuring Blue Planet Foundation, we highlight their efforts to create impactful, systemic change through thoughtful policy advocacy and community involvement.
Surfing Queensland is the official governing body for surfing in Queensland, Australia, dedicated to fostering the growth and development of the sport. As an affiliate of Surfing Australia, they provide coaching programs, competitions, and initiatives to support surfers of all levels. Their mission is to promote surfing as a lifelong sport while ensuring sustainability, safety, and community engagement.
Surfing Queensland runs grassroots programs that help young surfers develop skills while also offering elite training pathways for competitive athletes. They organize state-level competitions, surf safety education, and community-driven events that strengthen Queensland’s surf culture. By featuring Surfing Queensland, we support their commitment to developing the next generation of surfers while preserving the spirit of the sport in one of the world’s most iconic surf regions.
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is included in our Community Resources for its steadfast commitment to protecting marine wildlife and habitats through direct-action campaigns. Known for its bold and effective strategies, Sea Shepherd works globally to defend, conserve, and protect oceans from illegal exploitation and environmental destruction.
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society conducts a range of direct-action campaigns to combat illegal fishing, poaching, and marine habitat destruction. Their initiatives include patrolling marine protected areas, documenting and exposing illegal activities, and collaborating with governments to enforce conservation laws. Through these efforts, Sea Shepherd fosters global marine conservation and environmental stewardship.
