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Recruitment Rescue Doheny Junior Lifeguard Tryouts Begin Mid-April Amid Lifeguard Shortage E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 3
The California State Parks is set to open tryouts for its summertime Junior Lifeguard Program as the agency struggles to fill positions. Photo: Breeana Greenberg
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Judge Rules Boaters’ Lawsuit Can Proceed
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Doheny Junior Lifeguard Tryouts Begin Mid-April Amid Lifeguard Shortage BY BREEANA GREENBERG
With summer just around the corner, the California State Parks Junior Lifeguard Program looks to give kids the skills they need to be ocean-safe. However, the upcoming summer program, which serves as the State Parks’ primary in-house recruitment tool, comes at a time when the agency faces a shortage of seasonal lifeguards. “Our goal is to make lifeguards,” Junior Lifeguard Program Coordinator Chris Egan said during the Dana Point Civic Association’s weekly Coffee Chat on March 18. “Certainly, the Junior Lifeguard Program should be our primary recruitment tool to staff … unfortunately, it’s very hard to fill lifeguard positions these days, and this program is a key recruitment tool for us to try to make lifeguards,” Egan continued. Egan explained that kids face so many academic and athletic pressures these days, such as pursuing internships and sports, which require an intensive commitment to compete. “Naturally, in the lifeguarding field or the aquatic field, the majority of the
Judge Rules Boaters’ Lawsuit Can Proceed BY BREEANA GREENBERG
Following a March 18 hearing to discuss the Dana Point Harbor Partners’ motion to dismiss a class-action lawsuit boaters had filed last fall, an Orange County Superior Court judge ruled this week that the case can proceed. In her March 21 ruling, Judge Glenda Sanders overruled the Partners’ arguments against three of the boaters’ causes of action, or legal claims. The suit will proceed primarily on the basis of three arguments the boaters raised: injunctive relief, breach of contract, and unfair business practices. Dennis Winters, who represents the boaters in the lawsuit, explained on Thursday, March 24, that the judge’s ruling allows the boaters to begin the Dana Point Times March 25-31, 2022
kids we’re looking to get are water polo players or swimmers with that kind of experience, and they’re committing a lot or have to commit a lot to those endeavors,” Egan said. Egan added during the Coffee Chat that the pay rate for State Parks hasn’t remained competitive with the workforce in general. “I’ve been with the State Parks for 32 years, and when I started, there were 10-, 12-, 13-, 15-year veterans that came back summer after summer,” Egan recalled. “Right now, our average retention rate is 2.2 years.” Egan added that over the past two years, the lifeguard training academy has been affected by COVID-19 and training capacity was limited. This year will see a “return to normal” in terms of the California State Parks reaching its capacity of potential applicants, Egan said. The Junior Lifeguard Program serves as an effective recruitment tool for the kids who stick through the entirety of the program to later apply to become lifeguards, Egan said. “The Junior Lifeguard Program is one of the core programs for State Parks in their fulfillment of their mission statement, which focuses on health, inspiration and education, and providing high quality outdoor recreation,” Egan said. The Junior Lifeguard Program is run by ocean-trained, State Park-system lifeguards. In addition to ocean and aquatic safety, the program offers an environ-
The California State Parks is set to open tryouts for its upcoming summertime Junior Lifeguard Program, which serves as the agency’s primary recruitment tool. Photo: Breeana Greenberg
discovery process and bring up motions. “By overruling those objections, that means that those three causes of actions go forward, and we are able to do discovery, we’re able to bring up motions regarding those matters and eventually, if necessary, go to trial on them,” Winters said. The lawsuit by the Dana Point Boaters Association (DPBA) and Save Our Slips (SOS) stems from the fee increases the Partners imposed on slip renters this past October. It also alleges that those increases are a violation of the lease agreement DPHP has with the County of Orange, the Dana Point Tidelands Grant, and state law. Winters explained that the boaters’ first argument called for injunctive relief, aiming to get the Harbor Partners to reverse the increase in the slip fees until it does an amended or more complete survey. Sanders said in the ruling that the Page 3
mental and recreational component in which participants learn about the marine environment specific to Doheny State Beach. Since the ocean environment can be dangerous, there is a qualification process in which participants will be asked to swim 100 yards freestyle, tread water for five minutes and swim underwater for 10 yards. The Doheny State Beach Junior Lifeguard Program will hold tryouts on April 16 and April 30 at San Clemente High School, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those who have already passed the swim test do not need to try out again. The program is split into four twoweek sessions that run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sessions also group participants by age: 8 to 10, 11 to 12, and 13 to 15. There is a ratio of 20 students to
one staff member; however, youth aides serve as instructor assistants to offer extra hands. Kids will learn age-appropriate emergency response skills such as basic first aid, CPR and lifesaving measures, which vary from age group to age group. By the end of the day, Egan explained, participants will know what a rescue tube is, as well as how to pull a victim in from the water and notify a lifeguard. Enrollment for returning participants will open on March 29. New participants may register for the Junior Lifeguard Program after completing the tryout process. For more information on the Doheny State Beach Junior Lifeguard Program, check out the California State Parks website or the Doheny State Beach Junior Lifeguards website.
boaters’ allegations were “sufficient to support a claim for injunctive relief, because if proven, they could support a finding that monetary damages are an inadequate remedy for the alleged breach of contract.” The boaters also alleged that the Harbor Partners is in breach of contract with the lease agreement with the county, which requires that the company charge reasonably determined market-rate slip fees. The Harbor Partners argued in its dismissal motion that the boaters’ complaint failed to demonstrate a breach of the master lease, while Winters, who is a pro bono advisor for DPBA, alleged that the Partners violated its lease by establishing higher-than-market-rate slip fees. In the hearing, the Harbor Partners’ legal counsel Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP argued that the master lease allows the Partners to establish market rate lease fees “as reasonably determined by
DPHP, meaning DPHP has the discretion to determine what market rate is in a reasonable manner.” “Although we contend the evidence will show that these are market rates, it doesn’t really matter, because market rate is by definition, the going rate or what the market bears and given the long wait list,” Alicia Vaz of Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP said. Winters argued that the Harbor Partners failed to establish market-rate slip fees. “The arguments that have been made here is really the tortured reading of the provision (that) reasonably determined rates has to have some meaning,” Winters said during the hearing. “If the county and the Partners wanted to agree that the Partners had full discretion to charge any rate that they felt was OK, they could have put that in there. They could have said the Partners have the (Cont. on page 4) danapointtimes.com
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Who’s on the Ballot for South OC’s Primary Election Races? BY BREEANA GREENBERG
The list of candidates running for several of the county, state and congressional offices this June has taken shape now that the March 11 deadline to file for candidacy in the Primary Elections has passed. Four candidates will vie for the Orange County Board’s Fifth District seat in the June 7 Primaries. Fifth District Supervisor Lisa Bartlett is wrapping up her second consecutive term and has her sights set on a higher office. This past December, she announced her candidacy for Congress. For this year’s local county board race, which is using an updated district map approved this past November, current Second District Supervisor Katrina Foley will run against State Sen. Pat Bates (CA-36); Diane Harkey, a former State Assemblymember and Dana Point councilmember; and Newport Beach Councilmember Kevin Muldoon. The race for California’s 74th Assembly
(Cont. from page 3) right to, the discretion to put any rates on the slip holders that they want to, but they put ‘market rate,’ and they said it had to be reasonably determined. Those terms have to have meaning.” Sanders commented that the boaters’ allegation that the Harbor Partners violated the basis on which it needed to evaluate “market rate” slip fees per the master lease agreement, was sufficient. Sanders ultimately overruled the Harbor Partners’ motion to dismiss the boaters’ argument that the company is in breach of contract with the county. Winters further explained to Dana Point Times that Sanders indicated that the lease didn’t give the Harbor Partners complete discretion to charge whatever it felt appropriate. The boaters’ third cause of action argued that DPHP is in violation of the Unfair Business Practice Act. The boaters allege that the Harbor Partners has a monopoly or quasi monopoly because of the limited slips and harbors in South Orange County, Winters explained. Similarly, Sanders found the boaters’ arguments related to the claim of unfair business practices to be sufficient. The Harbor Partners also contended the boaters’ claim of “constructive eviction”—a claim in which a “tenant has vacated the premises, or the landlord has breached some other covenant.” The Partners argued the boaters failed to show any of the tenants have vacatDana Point Times March 25-31, 2022
District will see two candidates—incumbent Assemblymember Laurie Davies and San Clemente Mayor Pro Tem Chris Duncan—compete for the seat. California uses a top two-primary system, meaning the top two vote-getters, regardless of party affiliation, will move on to the General Election in November. With Davies and Duncan being the only candidates on the ballot this June, the Primary could serve as a preview in the fall, when the race will officially be decided. As for State Senate races in South Orange County, the 36th Senate District will be decided by voters in Dana Point and San Clemente, while voters in San Juan Capistrano and Rancho Mission Viejo will vote for candidates in the 38th Senate District. Huntington Beach Councilmember Kim Carr and Assemblymember Janet Nguyen (CA-72) have qualified for the 36th Senate District race. In the 38th Senate District, three candidates—retired fire Capt. Joe Kerr; Matt Gunderson, a small business owner; and Encinitas Mayor Catherine Blakespear—have qualified for the race. And for the state’s 49th Congressional District, incumbent Rep. Mike Levin, a
Democrat, is set to face six challengers this June. Former San Juan Capistrano Councilmember and 2020 congressional hopeful Brian Maryott announced his campaign to run again, paving the way for another potential showdown with Levin, depending on how things shape up in June. Bartlett, Oceanside Councilmember Christopher Rodriguez, Sheriff’s Deputy Josiah O’Neil, Cybersecurity and Military Officer Renee Taylor, and Nadia Smalley, a licensed vocational nurse and businesswoman, will join them on the ballot, as they all look to secure one of the top two spots that will allow them to compete for the congressional seat in November. Below is the complete list of qualified candidates running in the handful of races that voters will decide on, come June 7. *Denotes incumbent Orange County Board of Supervisors Fifth District • Second District Supervisor Katrina Foley • Sen. Pat Bates (CA-36) • Former Assemblymember Diane Harkey • Newport Beach Councilmember Kevin Muldoon
California’s 74th Assembly District • Assemblymember Laurie Davies* • San Clemente Mayor Pro Tem Chris Duncan California’s 36th State Senate District • Huntington Beach Councilmember Kim Carr • Assemblymember Janet Nguyen (CA-72) California’s 38th State Senate District • Retired Fire Capt. Joe Kerr • Small Business Owner Matt Gunderson • Encinitas Mayor Catherine Blakespear 49th Congressional District • Rep. Mike Levin* • Former San Juan Capistrano Councilmember Brian Maryott • OC Board Supervisor Lisa Bartlett • Oceanside Councilmember Christopher Rodriguez • Sheriff’s Deputy Josiah O’Neil • Cybersecurity and Military Officer Renee Taylor • LVN and Businesswoman Nadia Smalley
COMMUNITY MEETINGS SATURDAY, MARCH 26
Challenging Cancer 10-11:30 a.m. The Challenging Cancer group is conducting weekly meetings through Zoom video conferences. The meetings are open to caregivers, people who have a compromised immune system, and people dealing with cancer. To join, email donnavigil2@gmail.com or linda_ crdv@yahoo.com. heritagesc.org. MONDAY, MARCH 28
Dana Point Planning Commission 6 p.m. The Dana Point Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting. Dana Point Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern Street, Suite 210, Dana Point. danapoint.org. TUESDAY, MARCH 29 A Superior Court judge on Monday, March 21, issued a ruling that will allow the class-action lawsuit boaters had filed against the Dana Point Harbor Partners over controversial slip-fee increases to move forward. Photo: File
ed the premises following the slip-fee increases. In her ruling, Sanders sustained the Harbor Partners’ argument with leave to amend—meaning the boaters have the opportunity to update their argument as it relates to constructive eviction. She
also sustained the Partners’ argument challenging the boaters’ claim for declaratory relief, while allowing the boaters to also amend their complaint. The next hearing on the lawsuit, a status conference, will be held on July 13 at 1:30 p.m. Page 4
Because I Love You (BILY) 6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing, will continue conducting its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.
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Letters to The Editor WHAT TO DO ABOUT SPEEDING E-BIKES ON OUR SHARED PATHWAYS DAN VETH, Dana Point There has been much discussion about speeding e-bikes that now routinely terrorize what used to be pleasant shared pathways in our community. Laws have been passed and signs posted, but the speeders persist unabated. Just the other day, I was passed on the bike path by an e-bike doing at least 30 mph. After it passed me, it continued down the path, riding right past a sheriff coming the other way on a motorcycle. What’s needed is enforcement. The officer made no attempt to stop the speeder, but I am certain he would have if our city leaders would make it clear that enforcement is important and that we are willing to pay for it. If a few of these speeding bikes were impounded with a $1,000 fine to get a bike released, some behaviors would improve, and our paths would once again provide a pleasant shared experience for all. CHALLENGE TO BUILDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN SAN CLEMENTE KATHY ESFAHANI, Chair of the San Clemente Affordable Housing Coalition Kudos for last week’s excellent article on the challenges to building affordable housing in San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano. Yes, neighborhood opposition is always an obstacle, but “NIMBYism” can be defeated by educating opponents on who will live in the new affordable housing: hard-working families headed by nurses, small business owners, home health aides, artists, child care workers, retail workers and cooks. These families already live in our community; they just pay way too much for rent, with little left over for food, medicines and other necessities. The harder challenge to meet in getting affordable housing built in San Clemente is a distinct lack of political will on the part of our San Clemente City Council. So far, councilmembers have spurned the policies that other cities embrace to encourage development of affordable homes. For example, last year, the SC City Council refused to strengthen the city’s inclusionary housing ordinance—a highly effective tool used by other Orange County cities (e.g., Irvine, Laguna Beach) to produce affordable homes. And our City Council is refusing to Page 5
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donate any surplus city-owned land for affordable housing, unlike its neighbor, San Juan Capistrano. Your article cited SJC’s recent donation of two surplus properties—its former City Hall site and the Groves—to facilitate affordable housing there. Why can’t San Clemente do the same? San Clemente needs strong action from our city leaders to encourage and facilitate the building of desperately needed lower-income affordable housing. Other cities are stepping up to the challenge. It’s time for us to do the same. AN OPEN LETTER TO VLADIMIR PUTIN CHUCK BASSETT, San Clemente Mr. Putin, end this war now! How many more innocent souls will fall victim to your evil campaign? You are not a tsar and never will be. Consider yourself fired. I’m certain you can find employment at one of the 847 McDonald’s restaurants throughout Russia. Shame on you and know you’ll burn in hell for this century’s worst genocide. WATER NOAH WEBSTER, Rancho Mission Viejo The enormous oil conglomerate can erect pipelines from Alaska to the Gulf of Mexico, which sometimes break or leak and cause untold environmental damage. I am told that there is plenty of water in the Great Lakes. Why not build pipelines to send water from the Great Lakes to the parched
Southwest? After oxygen, water is the most important thing to sustain life— human, animal, plants, etc. Forget desalination, which requires a tremendous amount of energy to produce potable water. Humans can live without petroleum. Humans cannot live without water. RESPONSE TO ‘LONG GAS LINES VS. EXPENSIVE GAS’ JOSH DINKLE, Dana Point Expensive gas is not just affecting middle-class Americans. It is affecting everyone. We are not in a short-term, price-gouging, greedy retail war, either. We are in the middle of an administration with a very poor energy policy that took us from energy independence and exporting energy to nations outside the United States, to bargaining with Venezuela, Iran, and Saudi Arabia in attempts to import energy.
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of Camino De Los Mares and Diamante. 949.835.5399. thorspupacademy.com. NEW MARCH ART SHOW 2022 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Head to the art gallery at the San Clemente Community Center, where the San Clemente Art Association will showcase some new works of art, paintings, photography, jewelry, 3-D and quilts—all originals by local artists. The gallery is also open Mondays, and Wednesday through Friday from noon to 4 p.m. San Clemente Community Center, 100 North Calle Seville, San Clemente. paintsanclemente.com.
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FRIDAY | 25 UTILITY BOX ART PROGRAM ARTIST SUBMISSION The City of Dana Point is seeking artists to design 14 additional utility boxes as the city expands into Phase 3 of its public art program. To be considered, the art designs must cover all four sides and the top of the box. Artwork submitted should be family-friendly and suitable for viewing by all ages. Consideration will be given to a design that showcases Dana Point’s culture, historic heritage, or acknowledges a key activity that takes place in the area. The deadline for submission is May 20. Email completed applications to econdev@danapoint.org. danapoint.org. KIDS NIGHT OUT 5:30-8:30 p.m. Hosted by Challenge Island, children can enjoy a night away from their parents at the San Clemente Community Center with pizza, a movie, and STEAM activities. Other snacks are included, although participants are advised to bring a water bottle. If your child has a cold, fever, or has been exposed to COVID-19, please join at another time. Admission is a $50 fee for residents, $53 for non-residents, with $10 sibling discounts. Search code 70496. San Clemente Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville. 949.361.8264. secure.rec1.com/CA/ san-clemente-ca/catalog.
Steve Garcia performs the eagle dance during the Panhe festival in 2019 at the San Mateo Campground. Photo: File/Eric Heinz
SUNDAY | 27 PANHE 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Panhe—A Native American Gathering and Celebration of Protection and Preservation returns to the San Mateo Campground at San Onofre State Beach. Admission is free for this San Onofre Parks Foundation-hosted event that is dedicated to the education of the Acjachemen Nation and the culture of the native tribes who can trace their history in the region back 9,000 years. The annual festival will feature Native American singers, dancers, speakers, vendors, and artisans. Guests can also enjoy basketry demonstrations, storytelling, flute performances, plant demonstrations and museum exhibits, plus activities for children. An off-site parking and complimentary round-trip shuttle service will be offered throughout the day from Concordia Elementary School. 3120 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente. 949.366.8599. sgoggins@sanoparks.org. sanoparks.org. dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. Those attending are encouraged to practice responsible social distancing. Face masks are not mandatory but are recommended. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.
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WYLAND’S WHALE AND DOLPHIN ADVENTURE ART LESSONS IN THE WILD 9 a.m.-noon. Available Saturdays through April 23, Dana Wharf is offering this exclusive package for kids ages 12 and under that includes an art lesson via video feed by environmental artist Wyland and a free two-hour whale watching adventure. Each child who participates in the art lesson will be entered in a contest to win prizes, as well as a gift from Wyland and Dana Wharf. Lessons cost $10. Dana Wharf, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 888.224.0603. danawharf.com.
SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE 9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee,
JAZZ 2022 5:30-10 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute
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for an evening full of cocktails, dinner, a touch tank experience, silent auction, dancing and more. As the Ocean Institute’s premier fundraising event of the year, all proceeds from the evening will help its marine science and maritime history programs that provide experience-based learning opportunities for nearly 100,000 children, teachers, parents and visitors annually. This event supports the Ocean Institute’s Adopt-AClass, which provides full funding for field trips to approximately 10,000 students from low-income communities to Ocean Institute annually. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org
SUNDAY | 27 THOR’S PUP BASICS 9-10 a.m. Thor’s Pup Academy will teach a beginners group course that will focus on foundational aspects of dog behavior, training, and communication. Topics include how dogs learn and process information, clicker training, and basic obedience commands. This class is intended for dogs that are not reactive to other dogs or people. It is $20 to enroll. Meet at the park on the corner
TALL SHIP TUESDAY 5-7:30 p.m. The Ocean Institute welcomes back the Exy and Irving Johnson, 110-foot wooden vessels, for an educational sailing experience. Discover from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer and join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy sailing the seas at sunset aboard a tall ship. Tickets cost $40 for kids 5-14 years old and $60 for adults. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org
WEDNESDAY | 30 SAN ONOFRE PARKS FOUNDATION POP-UP SHOP 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Historic Cottage and Visitor Center showcases local history, flora and fauna at this original 1934 ranger’s cottage. A rotating exhibit features the history of San Onofre. Stop in to the San Onofre Parks Foundation’s Pop-Up Shop to say hello, do a little shopping and learn more about the history of the local state parks at San Clemente and San Onofre State Beaches. Historic Cottage and Visitor Center is located within the San Clemente State Beach Campground at 225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente. 949.366.8599. admin@sanoparks.org. sanoparks.org. TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE 6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends, or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano. 949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com. BACKYARD OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS 8-10 p.m. Knuckleheads’ backyard is open for food, drinks and live music. If you are a musician, do stand-up comedy or the spoken word, this is the place to be on Wednesday nights. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 North El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com. danapointtimes.com
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SUMMER CAMP & ACTIVITIES GUIDE
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TO THE 2022 SUMMER CAMP & ACTIVITIES GUIDE
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Spring is here, which means the end of the school year is near and summer is just around the corner. For so many parents here in South Orange County, that means now is the time to plan for your children’s summertime activities and extracurriculars. Picket Fence Media has you covered with the 2022 Summer Camp & Activities Guide, our annual special section in which we compile information on some of the area’s summertime programs for young kids and teens. In this year’s issue, we highlight Westwind Sailing in Dana Point, where kids who want the chance to go sailing or paddleboarding can do so, as well as learn about the importance of water safety skills. We also explore some of the surf schools in South County offering daytime and overnight camps for groms, and we check in on the Los Rios Rock School’s summer rock camps, where kids can pick up musical instruments and gain experience performing with others. The latest guide also offers a fun at-home activity for kids to learn more about ecosystems by setting up their own terrariums, and outlines details on the Capistrano Unified School District’s summer session for high schoolers. Utilize this information to plan for a fulfilling, challenging and fun summer your children won’t forget.
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SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS
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apistrano Unified School District will offer summer school classes at the Capistrano Valley High School campus in Mission Viejo starting this June. Registration for CUSD’s six-week summer session program for high school students is open through May 26. Incoming freshmen should meet with their middle school counselors, and incoming sophomores through seniors should coordinate with their high school counselors for registration information. The summer session will start on June 13 and end July 20, with students having July 4 off for Independence Day. Teachers will also be on the Capistrano Valley High campus Mondays through Thursdays, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., to help students with their course work. Students can expect to complete most of their assignments online, but they are welcome to attend classes in-person during the bell schedule, according to CUSD. As for exams, the students must complete those at the campus. Dana Point Times March 25–31, 2022
The summer program is intended to give students flexibility in their coursework and exams, as they’ll have the option to take multiple exams in one sitting and can complete their classes before the session ends on July 20. “With this flexibility in mind, students can arrange to take their exams so that they can still take family vacations, attend sports camps, or hold a summer job,” CUSD explained. As part of the summer session, students must also complete an orientation assignment, completed and submitted online, by June 24. Those who don’t complete the assignment by the due date will be dropped from the class. During the first two weeks of the program, there will also be an orientation session on the campus that students are encouraged to attend, though it is not required. The orientation session will occur every hour on the hour during school hours, according to the district. For more information, students and parents can visit CUSD’s website at capousdca.schoolloop.com.
SUMMER SAILING
A Look at Westwind Sailing Summer Programs BY BREEANA GREENBERG
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or kids looking to get out on the water in a sailboat or on a paddleboard, Westwind Sailing summer programs offer kids aged 6 to 17 the chance to sail and learn the importance of water safety skills. Westwind Sailing offers five camps: Mini Mates, Wayfarer, Voyager, Teen Sailing, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) camps for kids at all skill levels. The Mini Mates Day Camp is for the youngest group of kids, from 6-8 years old. The camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Mini Mates is a great way for young children to learn boating safety, rowing and begin sailing with Westwind instructors. During the camp, kids will meet the Dana Point Harbor Patrol, explore the tide pools, play boating games and take a sailing trip. “It’s an opportunity to be on the water and experience, explore and see what winds do, or currents do a little bit,” Westwind Sailing Executive Director Diane Wenzel said. The Wayfarer Day Camp is for kids aged 8-10 years old. From 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, kids get the chance to learn the importance of ocean safety and safe boating. Wayfarers will learn to sail on their own. They’ll start off with an instructor in the boat, learning basic skills, but by the end of the week, they’ll be able to sail on their own under instructor supervision. “When these kids are out there, they’ve got a lot of responsibility,” Wenzel said. “They are a vessel on the water, and they have the same rules and responsibilities as other vessels. It’s a lot for them to do, we’re in a very controlled environment, but it builds so much self confidence in them.” The camps also run capsize drills so that campers are prepared in the case that their boat tips over. “The boats are really easy to right up, and yet they need to learn how to do it so that they’re not afraid of it,” Wenzel said. “It’s just part of the sport.” The Wayfarer camp also includes hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathe-
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matics (STEM) projects in which they will learn to measure the wind and sails The Voyager Day Camp is for kids 11 to 13, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The camp also includes STEM projects. In the Voyager camp, kids will learn the same skills as the Wayfarer camp, but they’ll be able to venture out a bit farther in their vessels. On the last day of camp, kids will get a chance to sail in groups down to the wharf. “It’s a big excursion for them, because it’s like, ‘Wow, I did this,’ ” Wenzel said. “It’s only a mile down the way, but when you’re 8 or 10, it’s like, ‘Whoa!’ ” The camp partners with Lil’ Skippers Snack Shack so that campers can enjoy a snack after their excursion. In the Teen Sailing Camp, teens 12-17 years old will learn to sail on 14-foot Capri sailboats. They’ll learn the basics of boating safety and rigging. The camp runs from 8:30 to11:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. Westwind also offers a SUP camp, for kids aged 10-17. The camp runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Each camp will receive a safety demonstration from the Harbor Patrol. Westwind Sailing provides scholarships for at-risk youths and kids. Kids qualify for a Dana Point Aquatic Foundation Scholarship if they are a member of the local Boys & Girls Club, a member of the Great Opportunities nonprofit, qualify for free or reduced school lunches, or have a physical or developmental challenge. “We have lots of opportunities for these kids to be able to get these scholarships, and we’re able to give out one scholarship per child per year,” Wenzel said. “It’s a full scholarship for the whole week. So, it’s not like they have to pay any portion of it.” The empowerment of being on the water and learning to sail on your own transcends being on the water, Wenzel said. She added that the confidence the kids build in Westwind Sailing summer camps is something they can take with them long after they’ve returned to shore. You can apply for a scholarship starting on April 1 at westwindsailing.com/forms--waivers.
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SUMMER CAMP & ACTIVITIES GUIDE Children showing interest in playing music can hone their craft through a summer camp at Los Rios Rock School. Photo: Courtesy of Los Rios Rock School
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s South Orange County fully reopens after COVID-induced shutdowns and life springs back to normal, kids might be itching to tap into their inner musician and perform in front of a crowd. If your little one is interested in drumming or started picking up a guitar, look no further than Los Rios Rock School for help in guiding them along. The musical academy is offering six summer rock camps this year, with various dates ranging from June 20 to Aug. 1. The camps will cover different expertise levels, for children just starting out to those looking for more of an advanced challenge. “Our Los Rios summer camps offer a condensed week-long version of the Los Rios program for kids aged 6 to 17,” owner Tyler Marolf said. “Los Rios camps are a hybrid of one-on-one learning, group rehearsals, and performance experiences that truly inspire confidence and memories that last a lifetime.”
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The set list of songs the campers choose together are performed in concert at the end of the week on the school’s home stage. All friends and family are invited to enjoy the free shows on Fridays at 11 a.m. Camp times are 9 a.m. to noon, Monday-Friday. The cost is $399 per camper. Families can sign up at losriosrockschool.com and call 949.456.1081, ext. 1, for more information. Though Los Rios Rock School is gearing up for the summer camps, they are open year-round. “With an 8,000-square-foot building, state-of-the-art music studios and unparalleled staff, over 200 students and families attend on average twice a week to study, socialize, rehearse and play music together,” Marolf said. “Los Rios performs 100 songs live in concert at Orange County’s best concert venues, and the unique part is the students pick every one of those songs.” Lessons offered at Los Rios Rock School include singing, piano, keyboard, bass, and recording.
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THE INNER ARTIST Kidcreate Studio Offers Inventive Opportunities for Youngsters
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oes your kid like to dabble in painting and coloring? If so, consider enrolling them in Kidcreate Studio’s summer camps, which are geared toward art and transferring what’s in their mind onto a canvas. Kidcreate Studio in Dana Point is offering the camps from June to August for kids ages 3-12. “Our camps are small and allow for plenty of individual attention, with low teacher: camper ratios,” studio owner Kristen Olosky said. “Our playful preschool camps for 3- to 6-year-olds are perfect for first-time campers. Our camps for 4- to 9-year-olds have fun
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Little Picassos in Orange County can create their own artwork at Kidcreate Studio’s summer camps. Photo: Courtesy of Kidcreate Studios
trendy themes and offer a great chance to get messy with art materials kids probably won’t see at home.” As for kids 7-12 years old, the camp for that age range will introduce children to notable artists and build more on techniques—while staying messy, hands-on, and process-focused. “Don’t be afraid to try things. Don’t worry
about making mistakes,” Olosky said when asked for advice to give to young artists. “Let yourself enjoy the process, and forget about whether your art is right or wrong. You will be amazed by what you can create.” Children benefit from creative activities as they help build fine motor skills, longer attention spans, problem-solving skills, and social
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skills, Olosky said. “Making art frequently helps children become more comfortable taking creative risks, while building their confidence and resilience when things don’t go as planned,” Olosky said. Visit kidcreate.com to sign up and for more information.
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Activity HOW TO BUILD A SELF-SUSTAINING ECOSYSTEM
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uilding a terrarium is a fun and engaging way to learn up-close about ecosystems. After hands-on experience planting small foliage in a sealable container, kids can watch as those plants grow in the enclosed space. A terrarium is an excellent way to learn up-close about rain and decomposition cycles. Closed terrariums are largely self-sustaining; after you’ve planted and misted your plants, the terrarium requires minimal upkeep. The terrarium will establish a mini rain cycle—the humidity within the closed container will build as condensation on the walls and drip down to water the plants. Small insects that you can add to the terrarium will eat dead leaves or mold that may grow.
MATERIALS Container • Choose a container with enough room for air to flow • A bottle or mason jar will work well, but stick to clear containers • A large plastic bottle, like a party-sized soda bottle, works well for this activity with kids, as you can cut the top off the bottle and reattach it for easier planting Base • The terrarium needs a layer for excess water to collect without the plants’ roots sitting in water, which could lead to root rot • Rocks, pebbles, orchid bark, or Leca work well for this layer • Adding charcoal on top of your base will help keep the terrarium clean Soil • This is the layer you will plant your foliage in; any multi-purpose soil mix will work. Plants • Make sure to pick small plants that won’t grow much bigger, or won’t grow quickly. Dwarf ferns, moss, small vining plants such as string of pearls or string of turtles are great options. Optional critters • Adding insects can also help keep the ecosystem healthy. Some critters will eat mold if it begins to grow and will eat dead and dying leaves
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a plastic bottle, you can cut the top off for easier access. 2. Once the jar or bottle is clean and dry, add your base layer. This can be made of rocks, pebbles, orchid bark or Leca (also known as Lightweight expanded clay aggregate). Fill your container with an even layer of your chosen base material. Optional: Once you’ve added your base layer, add in a thin layer of charcoal. The charcoal will help absorb any odors and filter out toxins or chemicals in the soil. 3. On top of the base layer, add your soil mix. This is the layer in which you will be planting your miniature foliage—keep this in mind as you add in your soil, as you may want to add more soil as you plant. 4. Plant your foliage in the base layer. Moss is a hardy and easy-to-plant option, but dwarf ferns and small vining plants such as string of pearls or string of turtles can be an attractive addition. Make sure to loosen the dirt around the roots when planting ferns or vining plants. Optional: You can add more rocks or pebbles around the plants as decoration. 5. Mist your plants and leave the lid off for 1530 minutes to let the plants dry off a bit. Optional: Adding insects to your terrarium such as worms, Springtails or snails will add more life into your terrarium. These critters will help to keep the ecosystem healthy by feeding off any dead or dying matter. These critters will need fresh air, so you’ll need to drill holes or add a mesh top to your terrarium. 6. Watch and learn as the terrarium establishes a mini rain cycle.
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LOCAL CAMPS and Resources SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION
949 VOLLEYBALL CLUB 949 Volleyball Club, celebrating 13 years in San Juan Capistrano, provides summer camps for both boys and girls, ages 9 to 18, at any ability level. The club has won 12 Junior Olympic medals, as well as 6 National Championships at the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 Junior National Championships. The summer camp’s goal is to teach beginners the fundamentals of the game and to prepare juniors and seniors looking to compete in the NCAA. 949 Volleyball Club promotes sportsmanlike behavior inside and outside of the gym, instills the values of integrity, dedication and hard work, and focuses on having fun! Space is limited; please register early. For more information, contact Justin at 949.374.2890 or visit 949vb.com. Dana Point Times March 25–31, 2022
AMERICAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL CLUB
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Fun, encouraging, high-level beach volleyball training for beginners through pros, youth through college, co-ed. Ages 12-24, and 8-12 in summer. Encouraging coaches teach hitting, passing, setting, defense, blocking and serving. Are you an indoor player or athlete needing cross-training? Beach volleyball helps all athletes with strength, speed and agility. ABVC plays at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point ALL YEAR LONG. Questions: 949.485.0826 or email info@americanbeachvolleyballclub. com. Register now for spring or summer: americanbeachvolleyballclub.com.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE SOUTH COAST AREA Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area is proud to be THE place where kids can be kids again. Join us after school, for spring break, or our 10-week summer camp. Affordable for all. Call us at 949.492.0376, email info@bgcsca.org, or visit bgcsca.org for more information. 1304 Calle Valle, San Clemente.
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Camp Discovery at Discovery Cube! Campers will take a walk on the wild side during Curious about Creatures, which features animals from prehistoric past to present. Kids will go out of this world during our Space camp, as they explore “strange new worlds” through spacecrafts, engineering and experiments. In World of Motion, campers will explore the exciting principles of physics and motion as they experiment with racecars & build flying machines. In California STEAMin’, campers will engineer their own solutions to real-world problems. 2500 N Main Street, Santa Ana. discoverycube.org. 714.263.3851. danapointtimes.com
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Welcome aboard! Westwind Sailing has been providing educational boating programs for the community since 1987: Sail and SUP camps (spring break and summer), adaptive sailing, after-school programs and boating classes for all ages and skill levels. Westwind was honored by the Dana Point Times as a 2021 winner in the “Best of Dana Point People’s Choice Lantern Awards” for “Best Camp for Kids” and “Best Harbor Recreation” and is a sanctioned US Sailing, Community Sailing Center and STEM hub. Boating scholarships are available. 34451 Ensenada Place. Dana Point Harbor. 949.492.3035. westwindsailing.com.
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE SUMMER CAMPS Summer camps are a time for children to form lifelong memories and friendships while seeking out new adventures and engaging in stimulating activities. San Clemente proudly offers over 300 camps and programs by expert instructors for all interests and abilities. Save on summer camps with discounted prices through “Early Bird Registration.” Savings fly away May 3; don’t miss out on great deals. Camps fill up quickly! Register today at san-clemente.org/recreation. 100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente.
KIDCREATE STUDIO Kidcreate Studio is an art studio just for kids. We specialize in classes, camps and parties for children ages 18 months to 12 years. We offer classes in our studio in Dana Point, as well as on-the-go. Kidcreate is a great way to introduce your child to the wonderful world of art. We provide a positive, self-esteem-building environment and projects that match the developmental needs of children at different ages. Exploring art, feeling free to make some messes, and having fun—that’s what Kidcreate Studio is all about. 34255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite 113, Dana Point. 949.370.9509. kidcreate.com/dana-point.
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YMCA OF ORANGE COUNTY Adventure Awaits this summer at the YMCA. From day camps to sports camps to overnight camps to e-sports camps and more, you can plan the perfect summer for your child with us. Locations throughout Orange County. 714.549.9622. ymcaoc.org.
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SAN CLEMENTE VOLLEYBALL CLUB San Clemente Volleyball Club…Helping players grow for 12 years. For kids new to volleyball, our Club Lite program (beach & indoor) is a great place to learn the game. This program is year-round, you can join anytime, and the first practice is free. For competitive club players, we offer Sand Training, Skills Training, and Tryout Training. *All programs use our flexible Punchpass system allowing you to participate based on your schedule. tom@sanclementevb.com. 949.291.5915. sanclementevb.com.
SOUTH COAST CONSERVATORY Join us for an awesome 30th Anniversary Summer at South Coast Conservatory! Five-day camps for ages 4-10 including Ballet, Hip-Hop, Cheer, Acting & Singing, and Circus Tricks! Two-week, one-week & two-day intensives for intermediate and advanced levels (ages 7-17). All camps end with a show on the final day & extended camp options are available! All taught by certified instructors who are focused on your child’s safety & happiness! 27652 Camino Capistrano, Laguna Niguel. 949.367.0099. scconservatory.com/SUMMER. Page 19
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SOUTH COUNTY CENTERS OFFER PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMIES, IMMERSIVE PROGRAMS FOR SUMMERTIME LEARNING
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ummer can be a time for rest and relaxation, but as parents with children know, it can be difficult to keep them content during the whole break from school. Fortunately, there are plenty of museums and other centers for learning around South Orange County that provide opportunities for young ones to get off the couch, enhance their skills, and make new friends in a fun and encouraging environment. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens has long been a mainstay for providing a vast swath of experiences to people young and old, and this summer is no exception, albeit in a new format. The youth performing arts program will hold two one-week classical music academy sessions and a two-week dance academy, with space within both genres for beginner and intermediate skill levels. “The structure of Casa Romantica’s summer academies is unlike anything else in Orange County—it’s a kind of residency program for children, being exposed to high-quality instruction and meeting like-minded peers at a beautiful retreat,” says Amy Behrens, executive director. “Kids who participate love our academies so much that they apply to return for more instruction the next summer.” “Having offered these programs with growing popularity since 2015, the natural evolution is to increase the number of children we serve, and to support them in their artistic development for multiple summers,” Behrens added. Applicants must submit a student report card for the current school year, and verification of prior experience is required for the Music Academy and the Summer Dance Academy. The first scheduled academy is the Classical Music Workshop that takes place from Monday, July 11, to Friday, July 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A program for beginning musicians, children ages 8-12, will receive daily private lessons, an introduction to music theory, and activities such as reading music, group music-making, and lectures to ensure a well-rounded education. Students will learn classical music with classically trained music instructors, in a program where no experience is required for students to participate. The Academy concludes with student demonstrations for parents and caregivers on the final day to show what they have learned. The Music Academy, which runs from Monday, July 18, to Friday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., is a program for musicians ages 12-17 with at least three years of prior musical instruction, and it is dedicated to en-
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semble training, composition, and intensive instruction. Like the beginners’ session, there will be daily private lessons and unique lectures, as well as music theory and ensemble practice before ending with a student recital. Finally, the Summer Dance Academy, from July 25 to Aug. 5, is designed for dancers ages 10-16 with a minimum of two years of prior dance instruction. The goal is for students to expand their dance education in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop with daily classes, as well as specialty classes including choreography, tap, lighting, costuming, and lectures. The dance academy also concludes with a student recital. There is no tuition for Casa Romantica’s programs, but there is a $200 refundable credit card deposit required at registration. Lunch and snacks will be provided for free upon request. For the Classical Music Workshop, instrument rentals are also provided for free so children first learning an instrument can try it out without the need to buy a new instrument. Registration is currently open at casaromantica.org/summer-academies. In Dana Point, the Ocean Institute will continue to run camps as it has done for more than 20 years, including various curriculums for all ages to enjoy. From June 13 to Aug. 12, children can attend weeklong (Monday-Friday) sessions
that start at 9 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. There are camps for younger kids, such as the Sea Squirts camp for children aged 5-6 and Neptune’s Mysteries for 6- to 7-year-olds, where participants can investigate the inner tidal marine life. The hands-on experience will allow children to see sea stars, sea urchins, horn sharks, shovelnose guitarfish, and more. For 8- to 9-year-olds, the Ocean Discovery camp is similar to the aforementioned sessions and also includes activities such as a research cruise. Children attending Buccaneer Adventures will learn about pirate life, those within Shipwreck Hunters will explore different wrecks and sail on the Spirit of Dana Point, and there are also the Coastal Explorers and Marine Science Internship Academy programs for those above the age of 10. Riley Russell, the Ocean Institute’s director of education, said that the camps are extremely immersive and impactful, and they allow participants to explore new things and meet new peers. “We really just try (to) foster a great, fun learning environment for those kids,” she said. “It’s just such a great educational journey for them during the summer.” Despite the longevity of the camps, the staff members at the Institute are consistently researching and coming up with new ideas to ensure the curriculum is up to date with the
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educational and scientific world. One of the newer programs is designed for counselors in training, for incoming high school freshmen to incoming high school seniors. The program is in its second year of existence. Participants come in to be interviewed and experience the hiring process, and then are assigned to a camp for three weeks. There, they will be advised by current counselors before getting the chance to lead activities and stations in the final days. Russell said that the Ocean Institute stands out from other similar centers because of its location and wealth of natural resources around it. “There aren’t a lot of camps that are located right on the water, or (within) walking distance to tide pools, (that) have a research vessel that kids can go out on or have a tall ship that they can sail on all within one week,” she said. Visit oceaninstitute.org for more information. Registration for the general public opens on March 28, while members receive early access on March 14. Additionally, Mission San Juan Capistrano is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., from Tuesday through Sunday. The Surfing Heritage and Culture Center has yet to announce its own programming for the summer. danapointtimes.com
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SOUTH COUNTY SURF CAMPS As summer break begins, ditch the video games for a surfboard BY ANDREA CLEMETT
Dana Point and San Clemente have longstanding reputations for being nesting grounds for great surfers, and Southern California is a destination for the World Surf League professional championships. Whether it’s been a dream to surf, or you want to get outside or participate in new activities as a group, the diverse surf programs in South Orange County help get people in the water at all ages.
JP’s Surf Camp
949.547.2088, jpssurfcamp.com Location: San Clemente Pier Programs: $85 for a one-day session or $350 for five-day sessions After John Pierce started surfing in his early teens, he taught a few of his friends so he would have company in the water. His passion for education led him to teach third grade at Truman Benedict Elementary School in San Clemente, and it only seemed natural that he opened JP’s Surf Camp in 2001. “It’s kind of nice to have the teaching and then jumping into the surf camp in the summer; I go from being a teacher to more of a coach,” Pierce said. JP’s Surf Camp began as individual lessons and quickly grew to a full weekly camp of 20 students broken up into groups. “It’s more like small group instruction, which I think kids learn best in that environment,” Pierce said. The five-day camp sessions commence June 6 and end Aug. 1 for surfers ages 6 and older who have the ability to swim the length of a pool with confidence. Pierce, who is also CPR-certified, said the surf camp strives to teach surfers water safety, tides and daily surf conditions.
Endless Summer Surf Camp
949.498.7862, endlesssummersurfcamp.com Location: San Onofre State Campground Trail 4 Programs: $1,295-$1,395 youth five-day overnight camp; $1,395 adult overnight five-day camp; $695 “Surf & Turf” five-day camp; $595 five-day camp; $100-plus private lessons. The Endless Summer Surf Camp offers programs tailored for every type of surfer’s needs. Camp director and professional surfer Jason Senn taught surf lessons as a way to pay for college. It progressed when he opened the surf camp in 1992. Weekly overnight camps have a minimum of a five-night stay up to a 15-day stay, with an additional $150 for weekend supervision. Weekly day sessions are from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp has three-overnight sessions during the summer for adults who are new to surfing or want to get to the next level. And why stop there? Endless Summer has a unique “Surf & Turf‘’ program in which participants 10 and older will surf in the morning and take golf lessons in the afternoon at Talega Golf Club.
Debut Surf School
714.887.3928, debutsurfschool.com Location: T-Street Programs: $375+ “Tons of Fun” weekly event during spring break for ages 6-9; $149+ private or smallgroup, lessons year-round. Jed Laidlaw, an ISA surf coach, has a solid foundation for teaching surfing, having helped pioneer a surf school in his hometown of Tynemouth, United Kingdom when he was just 18 years old. His curiosity for travel and knack to teach led him to share the “stoke” in the Canary Islands, Portugal, France and now in San Clemente. Laidlaw has found success in his one-on-one and smallgroup approaches to surf lessons for those aged 6 and older. The surf school caters to participants who are new to the sport or seek to refine and expand their fundamentals. He said he first communicates with clients to understand expectations and to outline achievable goals prior to getting in the water. Laidlaw also works to foster confidence and ocean knowledge within the rapid growth of female participation in the sport, since many of the lineups are still male-dominated.
Ladera resident Bella Duel, 13, rides a wave in front of coach Jed Laidlaw from Debut Surf School on March 12. Photo: Andrea Clemett
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California Surf Academy
949.379.2521, thecaliforniasurfacademy.com Location: T-Street, San Onofre State Campground, San Onofre State Beach or Doheny State Beach Programs: Weekend surf packages run from June through August, and $110-$130 for private instruction year-round. Owner Alek Rockrise started his surf journey as a 10-year-old grommet from Texas who would spend his summers at Endless Summer Surf Camp in San Clemente. As the pandemic changed the landscape of large gatherings, Rockrise ventured from working in larger surf schools to launching California Surf Academy in 2020 for private lessons and surf coaching. The academy offers weekend surf packages that include two surf sessions during a five-hour duration. This year, it will reserve a few weekends exclusive to adults 18 years and older. The program gives a fundamental introduction to surfing while catering to those who want individual attention. Registration for the programs will be posted on the surf academy’s website in mid-May. Private lessons are also available.
Summer Soul Surf Camp
949.702.7731, summersoulsurfcamp.com Location: San Onofre State Beach Programs: $600 four-day session Hawaii-born Josh Baxter grew up in a strong grassroots surfing family in which he was victorious in competitions in Hawaii, the U.S. and France, and he is a three-time U.S. longboard champion. A proud father of two daughters, Baxter opened Summer Soul Surf Camp more than 17 years ago. The surf camp is located at Dogpatch, the southernmost section of San Onofre Surf Beach and often referred to as the California version of the classic Waikiki Beach. Participants can enroll in weekly sessions beginning in June for both males and females between the ages of 9 and 16. The camp’s instructors share passion for the sport and create camaraderie outside the water with fun beach activities.
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GUEST OPINION | On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake
Six Courageous South County Women T oday, I mention six courageous women I’ve had the privilege to meet.
GEODY • Geody lives in San Juan Capistrano. Her husband, Richard, opened Dana Point Auto Service 50 years ago and was one of the most beloved residents of Dana Point. Together, they did much for charity. Geody was Richard’s strength. She was a caregiver to him for his last few years. He passed away in 2021. She continues to manage Dana Point Auto Service. Recently, Geody drove her SUV across the country with only her dog for company to see her daughter and grandkids in Florida, while staying overnight at SUV parks along the way. She’s a courageous woman.
CANDICE • When I go stand-up paddleboarding at Baby Beach in Dana Point Harbor—three to four times a week—I usually spot the courageous Candice Appleby. Her office is small, about 12-feet long by 24-inches wide. It’s a stand-up paddleboard. Candice is usually at work by 8 a.m., giving SUP lessons to aspiring
men and women paddleboarders. In her job, she encounters sea lions, pelicans, dolphins and an occasional shark. Candice is one of the best woman paddleboarders in the world, having won several world competitions. ON LIFE AND LOVE I personally BY TOM BLAKE witnessed and wrote about Candice’s courage a year ago, when she saw an injured baby sea lion trying to swim while gasping for air in Dana Point Harbor. She rescued the pup by lifting it onto her paddleboard and bringing it ashore, so the Marine Mammal Rescue team could take it to its facility. Her website: candiceappleby.com
DONNA • I’ve known Donna of Laguna Niguel for nearly 20 years. Her significant other, Bob, and I worked for the Orange County Register years ago. Last August, Bob passed away. Donna said, “I took care of Bob full-time for two years
while teaching full-time. He was suffering so much at the end. Holding his hand while he died was by far the toughest thing I’ve ever done, but I wouldn’t change it if I could.” Tom’s comment: Caregivers are courageous; Donna fits that description.
J. KAREN • J. Karen wrote, “I’ve lived 30 years in San Clemente and have been one of your readers for 25 years. “At 62, instead of retiring, I opened my first shop—Mobile Sewing and Upholstery—and have been serving our community ever since. I fell into repairing wetsuits about 15 years ago and love my surfers who call me ‘Granny J.’ “When the pandemic hit, I loved to go to San Onofre Beach to hear the waves and read a good book, which made my days happy. “Each summer, I drive to British Columbia, where I build custom tiny houses. Up there, I SUP (stand-up paddleboard) with beavers and wildlife. Plus, I fish from my paddleboard. I have no problem crossing the border, as I’m legal in both the U.S. and Canada. I was part of the classic car
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events that opened the Talega community in San Clemente and the Beach Fire restaurant with my ’67 Corvette. “Last year, I drove my 1990 red Chevy truck back from British Columbia, towing an old 1969 classic 12-foot trailer I’m restoring. My dad taught me as a kid that busy hands make the heart happy.” Tom’s comment: I admire J. Karen’s grit and courage.
CAREGIVERS JUDY & TERRY • One is a caregiver for her husband; the other is a caregiver for her mother. Both of these South County women have contributed greatly to our community and are courageous beyond belief. Tom Blake is a retired Dana Point business owner and resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at findingloveafter50.com. To comment: tompblake@gmail.com. DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@danapointtimes.com.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES This photo was taken sometime in 1887 of San Juan by the Sea—a short-lived railroad boomtown and the site of what is now Capistrano Beach.
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crack seal application; application of Type I emulsion aggregate slurry; signing and striping; installation of raised pavement markers; implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP) for storm water pollution prevention during all construction activities; and other general improvements as outlined in the Contract Plans and Specifications for the above-stated project. 3. BID DOCUMENTS: Copies of the Contract Plans and Specifications are available from the City of Dana Point Public Works Department, 33282 Street of the Golden Lantern, Suite 212, Dana Point, California 92629, upon payment of a $80 nonrefundable fee and must be picked up from the City. Bidders must purchase a set of Contract Documents to be placed on the City’s official plan holders list to bid this Project. In accordance with State Law, electronic copies of the Contract Documents are made available for public viewing on the CITY’s website at https:// www.danapoint.org/department/city-clerk/public-notices-bids, and in other electronic plan rooms. In order to bid the Project, however, every BIDDER is required to purchase a hard copy set of the Contract Documents from the CITY. Upon purchase of the Contract Documents, the BIDDER will be added to the CITY’S official plan holder’s list. Bidders who have not purchased a hard copy set of the Contract Documents and are not on the CITY’S official plan holder’s list will be deemed non-responsive, may not bid this project, and the bid will be returned unopened.
A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times Date: 02/25/2022 JUDGE LAYNE H. MELZER, Judge of the Superior Court Published: Dana Point Times, March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022
4. COMPLETION OF WORK: The CONTRACTOR shall complete the work within Forty (40) working days from the Notice to Proceed. Work performed beyond the allowable working days will be subject to service fees and liquidated damages per Sections 6-7.2 and 6-9 of the Project Specifications, respectively. CONTRACTORS are required to provide written documentation, as part of their bid, if this schedule cannot be met. The AGENCY reserves the right to reject any and all bids on this basis.
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CITY OF DANA POINT NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS FOR SLURRY SEAL PROJECT FY 2021/2022 1. ANNOUNCEMENT: PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Dana Point, as AGENCY, invites sealed bids for the above-stated project and will receive such bids in the offices of the City Clerk, 33282 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point, California 92629, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on APRIL 7, 2022, at which time they will be publicly opened. Bidders who submit after 2:00 PM on APRIL 7, 2022 will be automatically disqualified, and the bid will be returned unopened. In addition, bidders who are not on the official plan holder’s list will be deemed non-responsive and the bid will be returned unopened. 2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The general category/type of work includes, but is not limited to slurry seal application on various streets citywide as outlined on the Contract Documents. More specific work items included within the general category/type of work listed above include, but are not limited to: mobilization/demobilization; traffic control; community outreach; removal of all pavement markings and raised pavement markers;
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12. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS: The AGENCY reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any irregularity and to take all bids under advisement for a period of 90 days.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1773.2 of the Labor Code, the minimum prevailing rate of per diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of workman needed to execute the contract shall be those determined by the Director of Industrial Relations, for the county or counties in which the work is to be done, which are available from the following website: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/ These State general prevailing wage rates are not included in the Proposal and Contract Documents for this Project. Updates, if any, to the State general prevailing wage rates are available from the website noted above. Contractors are required to meet provisions of California Senate Bill 854 for the payment of Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) established prevailing wages. This applies to all public projects as defined in California Code 22002 for contracts exceeding $1,000.00. Contractor’s shall register with the DIR in accordance with California Labor Code section 1771.1(a) and 1725.5, and will be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, subject to section 1771.4. Contractors must submit certified payrolls electronically to DIR. By bidding this Project, Contractor is indicating that they have registered with DIR and have submitted the required PWC-100 Information Form online at www.dir.ca.gov. The City may deem bidders non-responsive if this requirement has not been met. 9. CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE: All bidders shall be licensed in accordance with the provisions of the Business and Professions Code for the type of work to be completed and shall possess the appropriate State Contractor’s License Class A (General Engineering Contractor) at the time of the bid submittal through Contract acceptance (Public Contract Code § 10164). Failure to possess the specified license shall render the bid as non-responsive. 10. CONTRACTOR’S REFERENCES: The CONTRACTOR shall produce references and experience that show, to the satisfaction of the AGENCY, that the CONTRACTOR bidding the project has adequate working knowledge of slurry seal as the PRIME CONTRACTOR. Furthermore, the CONTRACTOR must have completed, and shall produce as part of its bid, references of five similar Projects as the PRIME CONTRACTOR to the satisfaction of the AGENCY. All noted information shall be provided in the locations designated in the bid documents. If these requirements are not met, the AGENCY reserves the right to determine any and all bidders non-responsive, and reject any and all bids on this basis. These requirements are due to the critical nature of the work and the need for the AGENCY to ensure adequate experience is provided to complete the project. 11. SELF PERFORMANCE: In accordance with Section 2-3.2 of the Project Specifications, CONTRACTOR shall perform or provide, with its own organization, contract labor, materials, and equipment amounting to at least 50-percent of the Contract Price. CONTRACTOR’S attention is directed to Section 2-3.2 of the Project Specifications for additional requirements pertaining to “Specialty Items”. The City may deem bidders non-responsive if this requirement has not Dana Point Times March 25-31, 2022
13. PROGRESS PAYMENTS: The AGENCY will deduct a 5-percent retention from all progress payments as specified in Section 9-3.2 of the Project Specifications. The CONTRACTOR may substitute an escrow holder surety of equal value to the retention. The CONTRACTOR shall be beneficial owner of the surety and shall receive any interest thereon. 14. QUESTIONS/REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION: All questions shall be directed to Mr. Matthew Sinacori, Director of Public Works/City Engineer, in writing via email at msinacori@danapoint.org no later than March 25, 2022 at 4:30 PM. The AGENCY hereby affirmatively ensures that minority business enter¬prises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this notice and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion in any consideration leading to the award of Contract. In entering into a Public Works Contract, or a subcontract, to supply goods, services, or materials pursuant to a Public Works Contract, the CONTRACTOR, or subcontractor, offers and agrees to assign to the awarding body all rights, title and interest in, and to, all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. Section 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2 [commencing with Section 16700] of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code), arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials pursuant to the Public Works Contract or the subcontract. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the awarding body tenders final payment to the CONTRACTOR, without further acknowledgement by the parties.
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To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Sandra Lynn Mary Hayden filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME A. Sandra Lynn Mary Hayden PROPOSED NAME A. Sandra Mary Hayden The Court Orders that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court of the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objective is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing Date: 04/13/2022 Time: 08:30 a.m. Dept.: L61. The address of the court is Lamoreaux Justice Center, 341 The City Drive, P.O. Box 14169, Orange, CA 92868. GO TO WWW.OCCOURTS.ORG/DIRECTORY/FAMILY FOR REMOTE/IN PERSON HEARING INFORMATION A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times Date: 2/14/2022 Supervising Judge Julie A. Palafox, Family Law, Judge of the Superior Court Published: Dana Point Times, March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022
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DOLPHIN REPORT BY ZACH CAVANAGH, DANA POINT TIMES
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Boys Volleyball Remains Winless, Continues to Fight It’s been a rough couple of seasons for the Dana Hills boys volleyball team. In 2020, the Dolphins were 12-4 before the shutdown and cancellation of the rest of the season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A sweep victory over Sage Hill on March 10 was the Dolphins’ last match of that season. It would also be Dana Hills’ last victory over the next two years. When head coach Emilie Austin took over prior to last season, she knew there would need to be some rebuilding, but she did not anticipate this. Dana Hills did not win a single set in the 2021 season, and now into 2022, the Dolphins’ losing streak is at 17 matches. The Dolphins (0-7, 0-2) are also down to 11 players after beginning the season with 18. “We don’t have a ton of club players at this school. It’s a lot of boys that are just trying it out for the first time,” Austin said. “We’ve had some of our more experienced players and better players who are not eligible to play, unfortunately, so that’s been a major setback for us.” However, that hasn’t dampened the spirit of these Dolphins.
Dana Hills boys volleyball has not won a match since 2020, but the Dolphins have a fighting spirit that benefits the growing and learning program. Photo: Zach Cavanagh
Dana Hills was able to win a set in its first match of the season, something Austin said the boys celebrated after going through the entire 2020 season without one. In subsequent matches, the Dolphins have kept their heads up and brought energy to every match, despite the results. “I think that we’re a team that thrives on our fighting spirit and our desire to play,” Austin said. “They’ve done a really good job bringing out their friends to
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try and help rebuild the program. We have a lot of boys that don’t have a lot of experience, but have a lot of passion and are eager to learn.” That was evident in Dana Hills’ latest match against South Coast League-leading San Clemente on Tuesday, March 23. Despite the Tritons dominating the first two sets, 25-12 and 25-14, Dana Hills came out with vigor to open the third set. The Dolphins led early in the set and played to an 11-11 tie midway through. While San Clemente eventually clamped down to take the win, the Dolphins didn’t go away in a 25-23 final set. It’s that energy that Austin hopes to see the rest of the way. “I’d love to see them never give up and always have fun, that same amount of fun we had the first day of practice,” Austin said. “They’re a really, really good group of boys, probably the best group of kids I’ve coached anywhere. They have great integrity, they fight hard, they love each other on and off the court. I hope that they can maintain that no matter what.” Dana Hills is next in action at home against Aliso Niguel on Tuesday, March 29.
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Laguna Beach Trophy Invitational at Laguna Beach High School on Saturday, March 19. The Dolphins’ star senior Jai Dawson posted a personal record to win the boys 400 in 49.8 seconds. Dawson edged out Beckman senior Sachin Shurpalekar by 0.97 seconds for the win. Dawson was coming off a state-leading performance in the 800-meter run on March 12 at the Irvine ASICS Invitational. Dawson was clocked at 1:50.63 in the 800. While he was on the initial heat sheets for the 800 at Laguna Beach, Dawson ran only in the 400 last weekend. In the girls 400, Dana Hills seniors took the top two spots with personal records. Sienna Frederiksen earned the win at 58.06 seconds, and one second behind was Ava Podolski at 59.07 seconds. Senior Shelby O’Mara also posted a personal record in seventh at 1:01.51. Each name is significant, because they contributed to the Dolphins’ winning effort in the girls 4x400-meter relay. Dana Hills won in convincing fashion at 4:00.7, a full 10 seconds ahead of second-place Archer School for Girls. Frederiksen and Podolski also put up notable performances in the 200. Frederiksen finished third at 26.32, with Podolski nearly in stride in fourth at 26.36 seconds. Senior Caroline Glessing from Corona del Mar won the race at 25.98 seconds. DP danapointtimes.com
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Surfing, Politics and the Struggle for Freedom in South Africa How the actions of 4 world tour surfers in 1985 still provide a strong reminder that there are causes worthy of the fight BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES
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eep politics out of surfing. It’s a phrase that floats around the surf community at large. The sentiment is that surfing should be a place to escape the craziness of life on terra firma—a place where, as Surfer magazine founder John Severson wrote,“a surfer can be alone with his thoughts.” Of course, Severson also sold photos of President Nixon on the beach at Cotton’s Point to LIFE magazine. Living free and easy ain’t always so easy. I was reminded of this over the past several months while preparing for the new exhibit on the rise of African surf culture that’s currently on display at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center in San Clemente. In April 1985, Australian surfer Tom Carroll announced that he planned to boycott the upcoming South African leg of the world tour. Having just won his second world title, Carroll’s breaking news at Bells Beach quickly reverberated around the surfing cosmos. Meanwhile, Santa Barbara’s Tom Curren, who had surfed in South Africa in the early 1980s as part of the U.S. national team, also joined the cause when the African National Congress (ANC) called
for foreign athletes to boycott events. “I really enjoyed going to South Africa and surfing the waves there, (but) there was a bigger moral issue … I felt good about my decision … regardless of how it would affect my ratings,” he explained years later. The two were also joined by Aussie Cheyne Horan, who boycotted the events in 1985, but returned the next year with “Free Mandela” written on his board. South African Martin Potter also decided to take a hard pass on the events in his homeland. Surfing under the flag of the United Kingdom at the time, he was more directly exposed to what was happening in South Africa. “Potter brought the 1985 anti-apartheid boycott into sharper focus,” writes Matt Warshaw in his book The History of Surfing. “It was fine for Carroll to say his stance on South Africa came from ‘the realization that things weren’t getting any better for Blacks.’ When Potter said he’d personally watched Black surfers get arrested for riding waves on Durban’s whites-only beaches—the point was that much stronger,” Warshaw continues. And while there’s no comparison to the oppression that Black South Africans were living under, all four surfers did
Pictured is the Port Elizabeth, South Africa beach scene, circa 1986. Photo: Courtesy of the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center
pay a price for their shared political stance. They missed out on valuable world tour points, Carroll ended a sponsorship deal with a South Africa-based company, while Potter lost friends and had his life threatened. Ian Cairns, who was executive director of the ASP at the time (the precursor to the WSL), stated, “We don’t have a political policy.” But by ’89, the boycott had gained traction, as 25 of the 30 top-ranked surfers avoided South African competitions. In February 1990, Nelson Mandela was freed from prison, and in 1994, a new government, led by Nelson Mandela, ultimately ended the apartheid system. So, yes, sure, you can keep politics out of your surfing experience, but at the end of the day, it’s a much stronger sport, culture and lifestyle when we all come together as a force for positive change. REMEMBRANCE: JOE CRIMO Surfing lost a true innovator with the
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THE WSA GROMS IN OCEANSIDE LAST WEEK
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That whole adage about it’s not who wins or loses, but how you play the game—that totally applies to surf contests. Last weekend, the Western Surfing Association’s event went down in some truly testy conditions in Oceanside. There were small waves, big waves, a nasty current, howling winds and water temps a notch or two below tropical. Just surviving a heat deserved a victory Dana Point Times March 25-31, 2022
A handful of groms show off their hardware following the WSA’s surf contest in Oceanside this past weekend. Photo: Courtesy of the WSA
celebration. “If you were at WSA today competing, then you deserve a round of applause. Every
passing of Joe Crimo. Originally from East Los Angeles, Crimo found sanctuary in the waters around San Clemente. By the mid-’90s, he was one of the most influential aerial surfers, infusing skate-inspired tricks into what he was doing in the water. Starring in some of the earliest Lost films, he helped set the stage for what some of the best surfers in the world are doing today. Crimo had a heart of gold, loved his friends and family, and he was still surfing up until the end. He was 47 years old. Jake Howard is local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer Magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for a number of publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation. DP
SURF FORECAST weather known to man, plus huge pumping surf,” reported San Clemente grom Tanner Sandvig, who won his division while little sister Teagan finished third in her division. And that’s just the thing about competitive surfing; sometimes, you score dream waves with nobody out, and sometimes, it takes everything you’ve got not to get blown off the beach. No matter what, you’re always at the mercy of the ocean and elements—and that’s what makes surf contests so special. It’s not always about who tops the podium and scores the big trophy. Sometimes, just surviving the elements together is enough. Friendships are forged. Memories are made. Lifelong bonds are created. And that’s exactly what went down in Oceanside last weekend. DP Page 30
Water Temperature: 59-60 Degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: 8-10 Outlook: Combination of Northwest and South/southwest swell peaks on Friday and Saturday, for waist to shoulder high surf, (3-4’+). Waves ease to thigh-waist-chest high, (23-4’) by Sunday. Light to moderate west winds most of Friday, shift to light/moderate southerly flow for Saturday and Sunday.
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