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The Guardian of the Bodega

Once again, it feels so good to be home. Back in California it’s easy to forget. I relax and appreciate the easy Internet access, running water, flushing toilet, smoothly paved skateboardable streets, and three grocery stores within walking distance. I … Continue reading

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Surfing in the Rain

Another excerpt from the novel I’m working on writing. Comments welcome! It couldn’t start without coffee. Soothing dark brown richness. This and every morning’s first thought. Coffee coffee coffee! The silent symphonic thought mantra that leads me out of this … Continue reading

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Friends in town

I’ve been trying to keep it a secret. Ryan keeps reminding me to keep it mellow, but it’s hard to contain my enthusiasm. I found heaven and i’m the type that wants to share that with friends.I’ve tried at least … Continue reading

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Save the Waves Coalition

If you love waves and want to protect them, don’t worry you are not alone, and yes you can help. But first, a little back story- Will Henry Once upon a time there was a nice man named Will Henry … Continue reading

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Life after competitive surfing is a bit greener

http://www.youtube.com/v/fT6SIGqdnGY&hl=en&fs=1&color1=0xe1600f&color2=0xfebd01 This is home. No electricity, well-pumped water, plenty of hands-on chores to fill the time, a happy little dog, enough land for fruit trees and a vegetable garden, and my favorite surf spot in the world right out front. … Continue reading

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Tow In Wipeout Tahiti circa 2000

I’m in the process of writing a book. I’ve been thinking about it for years, and finally started typing out the words, one story at a time. It’s fiction. Names, timing, and some details have been changed to protect the … Continue reading

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Surf Stronger Fitness and Performance Camp

Remember camp? You went away for a little while, made new friends, hung out in a different part of the world, pretended to listen while the camp counselors made their little speeches, and totally exhausted yourself with all kinds of … Continue reading

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Looking back on a former world view

In the summer of 2000, I was in my second year of college at UCSD. I’d only been surfing about four years and it had already become the biggest thing in my life, and all-consuming passion that drove every decision. … Continue reading

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Moving To Nicaragua Webisode 1

http://www.youtube.com/v/dxa4AQhYl0U&hl=en&fs=1&Moving to Nicaragua is actually quite an interesting undertaking. Six months out, the journey is just beginning…

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The New Caretaker’s House

Wondering how to get fish for free? I’ll let you in on a little secret. All you need to do is build a nice little caretaker’s house, then put out the word that you are looking for a new caretaker … Continue reading

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