Photos Courtesy of Larry Beard Professional surfer and photographer Larry Beard has had his fair share of unparalleled underwater experiences — including some extraordinary swims with whales. “Over the top. It’s just these over-the-top experiences slapping you in the face,” Beard said of his close encounter with the humpbacks in Tonga. “You don’t even really have time … [Read more...] about An Extraordinary Passion Meets Extraordinary Experiences
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Grunion Greeters Aim to Advocate for Grunion
Photos courtesy of Michael Murrie and Jim Sherpa While coyotes and mountain lions rule the mountain ranges along California's coast, there's no animal that rules California's sandy beaches like the grunion. "They are pretty wonderful little creatures that sparkle in the moonlight and bring us a lot of happiness," said Karen Martin, a professor of biology at Pepperdine and … [Read more...] about Grunion Greeters Aim to Advocate for Grunion
Plastic Straws Banned in Malibu
You can call it the final straw. It is part of a growing trend to clean up beaches and the ocean. Malibu has already has a ban on plastic cups and utensils and come June 1st you can add straws to the list. McDonalds will be only one of many Malibu restaurants forced to change their policies regarding straws. The Malibu City Council voted unanimously on an ordinance … [Read more...] about Plastic Straws Banned in Malibu
Heal the Bay Brings Cleanup Efforts to Malibu
Photos by Duncan Hilby and Heal the BayLocals from all around the greater Los Angeles area congregated to Will Rogers State Beach to help Heal the Bay in their efforts to keep the beaches clean and safe from hazardous trash and pollution. Every third Saturday of the month, the organization invites people to help them in their project to keep beaches in the Greater LA area clean … [Read more...] about Heal the Bay Brings Cleanup Efforts to Malibu
Ocean Conservation Includes Conservation Of Sea Life
Art by Peau Porotesano When people think of ocean conservation, they probably think of preventing problems like ocean pollution through efforts like beach clean ups and using reusable bags instead of plastic. While ocean pollution is indeed a major issue, with every square mile of ocean containing 46,000 pieces of plastic, according to an article by the United Nations … [Read more...] about Ocean Conservation Includes Conservation Of Sea Life
