The Nuclear History Of Bikini Island
Bikini Atoll is known for its a radioactive contamination. It is located in the Marshall Islands. There was once a significant amount of radioactive testing that occurred at this location …
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San Onofre Nuclear Power Plant
If you have traveled on Interstate 5 between San Diego and Orange County, California you have undoubtedly seen the odd twin structures that sit next to the beach. Most people …
What Is Reef Safe Sunscreen?
Reef safe sunscreen is sunscreen that can be worn outdoors to protect the skin from harmful UV rays and doesn’t harm the reef ecosystem. Unlike 70 percent of sunscreens on …
Visit Glass Beach In Fort Bragg, California
Glass Beach is not going to be on your list of the best surf destinations any time soon. This it is well worth a visit if you love the ocean …
What Is a Tsunami
Tsunamis are mysterious, misunderstood and deadly. But what exactly are Tsunami’s, how do they form, and what causes them? What Is A Tsunami A tsunami consists of a series of …
What Is Island Fever?
If you have surfed for more than a minute you have dreamt of living on an island surfing all day and drinking out of coconut at night. Sometimes dreams don’t …
Best Camper Van Rentals For A Surf Road Trip
Camper van road trips are a great way to get away for a few days and create great memories. If you add a few surfboards to the mix, you have …
Can You Bring A Skateboard on A Plane?
Professional skateboarders travel all of the time, so it should go without saying that they take their skateboards with them. But while it is possible to travel on a plane …
Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch: The Best Man-Made Wave in the World
In 2007, Kelly Slater, a man who many consider to be the most talented surfer ever, founded The Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC). Many surfers have dreamed of surfing the …
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ABC Stores in Hawaii History: What’s the Deal with ABC?
If you ask a Hawaiian what the “ABC” in “ABC Stores” stands for, they might tell you that it means, “All Blocks Covered”, no doubt with a wry smile and …
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Big Wave Surfing at Waimea
The monster waves found at Waimea Bay on the Hawaiian island of O’ahu have made it a popular destination for big wave surfers. It’s challenging, it’s unforgiving, and it’s incredible …
Big Wave Surfing at Jaws
Jaws is the name given to a big wave surf break located in a place known as Pe’ahi, which is on the north shore of Maui, Hawaii. The name “Pe’ahi” …
Big Wave Surfing at Mavericks
Mavericks is a surfing hotspot located in Northern California, just outside of Pillar Point Harbor and north of Half Moon Bay. During the winter months, this challenging surf spot attracts …
Big Wave Surfing at Nazare in Portugal
Nazare is the stuff of legend. It’s where the biggest waves are surfed, and the best legends are born. McNamara, Burle, Gabeira, Roxa—this little Portuguese fishing town has welcomed all …
Understanding Aloha and Mahalo (and Other Hawaiian Words)
In Hawaiian, Aloha means “hello” and “goodbye” while Mahalo means “thank you”. But that’s really just the cliff notes and language is never that simple. These words actually mean a …
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