Member News
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Member News
If you have any news about D.L.S.A. Members that you would like us to put on the site, please contact us with your information...
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Member News If you have any news about D.L.S.A. Members that you would like us to put on the site, please contact us with your information...
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Julie Biggs-Fembres can help you
get into, and stay in shape
Julie has many years of experience as a Personal Trainer. She offers professional training at reasonable prices, with specials and group rates. She can help you realize your goals for a healthy life.
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D.L.S.A. Members Vacation Fun!
Photos and article submitted by Jeanette Francis
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DLSA Members, Dylan Cox, his Family, Geno Arriola and Jeanette Francis (not pictured due to being photographer) take on Los Cabos. After a multitude of flight delays for the Cox Family leaving out of San Diego, touch down arrival in San Jose del Cabo was made late August 20th. A multitude of surf sessions occured and a journey out to the East Cape to surf Nine Palms was one of the highlights of the trip.
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D.L.S.A. Members on the front page of the local Oceanside Newspaper taken during the O.L.S.C.
Coalition Contest
Photo submitted by Kristen Huntington
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A poem written by Katie Calkins about the recent Santa Cruz Coalition Contest
-Mighty Are We-
A small team of of seven drove up the coast... humble of size, not much to boast. Each bringing hope, a stick, and some pride... a black little dog and dreams of good rides. A vision of beauty, this place called The Lane... overhead surf while the wind blew insane. All fear put aside and replaced by courage... our small Doho team could not be discouraged. A broken fin on the cliff, lead to sharing a board... our girl swam out to claim her reward. No thought of sharks, cold kelp, or risk... she patiently waited in water of brisk. A leash was a choice of course we all had... but for some the leash only makes them mad. To lose a board in the final you see... can waste precious time, and a swim in the sea. All trophies awarded, fifth place we achieved... our team may be tiny, but mighty are we!!!
by Katie Calkins
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A cool video of D.L.S.A. Grom Chad Biggs surfing at Church
Video courtesy of Josh Reposo.
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Dylan Cox takes first place in the Scholastic Surf Series' 2011 State Middle School Championships!
Dylan is one of a long line of D.L.S.A. Groms who over the years have proven to be some of the best surfers in the state. Way to go Dylan!
See the full Orange County Register article about the state finals HERE.
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Are you tired of putting on a stinky wetsuit?
Here's a video with step by step instructions on how to "de-funkify" your suit.
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A Video about surfing in the Artic
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A video of Mark and Debbie Gale's new hybrid board
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A picture of Charlie Z's "Ten Buck Chuck" contest banner
Photo submitted by Sabrina Pearcey
Too cool!!!
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get into, and stay in shape
Julie has many years of experience as a Personal Trainer. She offers professional training at reasonable prices, with specials and group rates. She can help you realize your goals for a healthy life.
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D.L.S.A. Members Vacation Fun!
Photos and article submitted by Jeanette Francis
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DLSA Members, Dylan Cox, his Family, Geno Arriola and Jeanette Francis (not pictured due to being photographer) take on Los Cabos. After a multitude of flight delays for the Cox Family leaving out of San Diego, touch down arrival in San Jose del Cabo was made late August 20th. A multitude of surf sessions occured and a journey out to the East Cape to surf Nine Palms was one of the highlights of the trip.
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D.L.S.A. Members on the front page of the local Oceanside Newspaper taken during the O.L.S.C.
Coalition Contest
Photo submitted by Kristen Huntington
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A poem written by Katie Calkins about the recent Santa Cruz Coalition Contest
-Mighty Are We-
A small team of of seven drove up the coast... humble of size, not much to boast. Each bringing hope, a stick, and some pride... a black little dog and dreams of good rides. A vision of beauty, this place called The Lane... overhead surf while the wind blew insane. All fear put aside and replaced by courage... our small Doho team could not be discouraged. A broken fin on the cliff, lead to sharing a board... our girl swam out to claim her reward. No thought of sharks, cold kelp, or risk... she patiently waited in water of brisk. A leash was a choice of course we all had... but for some the leash only makes them mad. To lose a board in the final you see... can waste precious time, and a swim in the sea. All trophies awarded, fifth place we achieved... our team may be tiny, but mighty are we!!!
by Katie Calkins
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A cool video of D.L.S.A. Grom Chad Biggs surfing at Church
Video courtesy of Josh Reposo.
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Dylan Cox takes first place in the Scholastic Surf Series' 2011 State Middle School Championships!
Dylan is one of a long line of D.L.S.A. Groms who over the years have proven to be some of the best surfers in the state. Way to go Dylan!
See the full Orange County Register article about the state finals HERE.
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Are you tired of putting on a stinky wetsuit?
Here's a video with step by step instructions on how to "de-funkify" your suit.
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A Video about surfing in the Artic
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A video of Mark and Debbie Gale's new hybrid board
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A picture of Charlie Z's "Ten Buck Chuck" contest banner
Photo submitted by Sabrina Pearcey
Too cool!!!
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Video of Hallie Rohr
Hallie Rohr, Old Man's - SanO, 8-10-10 from Jim Coshland on Vimeo.
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D.L.S.A. Holiday JibJab Fun!
Check out these fun JibJab Videos starring club members
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/JyfbUrlQZSmoXOnNWHFZ
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/aCWm3FnHQFpoNaoYIhDj
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/3IG28XjtYciauSGC
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/GQMhrcFhzxcRySih
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/N2qU3fpSWJZY2HgU
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Heather Ritts announces her new Art Show and Store location just in time for the Holidays!
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Do you hunger for top quality seafood?
Chuck McElvain works at the historic fish market under the bridge at Coast Hwy and Bayside Drive in Newport Beach.
Want some live local lobster, crabs and prawns? Locally caught yellowtail, swordfish, halibut and other premium quality seafood? Go and see D.L.S.A. Member Chuck McElvain at his work, Pearsons Port in Newport Beach.
100 E Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA(949) 675-6771
The market has been in business there providing the very
freshest seafood since the 1960's.
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Members surfing at Doheny
Article and photos submitted by Jim Coshland
Chris Thompson and John Coshland Surfing the Boneyard on Wednesday November 3rd, air temps in the 80's and a slight
offshore wind. It's good to live in Southern California!
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A recent wedding within the membership ranks!
Congratulations to Morgan Patrick and her new husband, the new Mr. and Mrs. Illig!
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Funny Old Photo Department...
Did you know that the Webmaster was also a magazine cover model?
From the June 1973 issue of Junior American Modeler magazine. Photos taken in Newport harbor. And I am still trying to figure out "How Sailboats Work".
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Ever wonder what surfing in Alaska is like?
Here's a video by a friend of Justin Scheller surfing at his secret fly in break. See the link below for the fly in surfing Alaska webpage.
For full details about how you can surf in Alaska, see the website at:
http://surfalaska.net/201008/alaska-fly-out-surf-adventure-video
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D.L.S.A. Member spotted at the
Surf A Rama
Member and Club Treasurer Tom Hammer spotted buying a Vintage Board at this years Surf_A-Rama.
Tom and his "new" vintage board
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D.L.S.A. Holiday JibJab Fun!
Check out these fun JibJab Videos starring club members
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/JyfbUrlQZSmoXOnNWHFZ
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/aCWm3FnHQFpoNaoYIhDj
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/3IG28XjtYciauSGC
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/GQMhrcFhzxcRySih
http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/N2qU3fpSWJZY2HgU
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Heather Ritts announces her new Art Show and Store location just in time for the Holidays!
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Do you hunger for top quality seafood?
Chuck McElvain works at the historic fish market under the bridge at Coast Hwy and Bayside Drive in Newport Beach.
Want some live local lobster, crabs and prawns? Locally caught yellowtail, swordfish, halibut and other premium quality seafood? Go and see D.L.S.A. Member Chuck McElvain at his work, Pearsons Port in Newport Beach.
100 E Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA
The market has been in business there providing the very
freshest seafood since the 1960's.
Members surfing at Doheny
Article and photos submitted by Jim Coshland
Chris Thompson and John Coshland Surfing the Boneyard on Wednesday November 3rd, air temps in the 80's and a slight
offshore wind. It's good to live in Southern California!
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A recent wedding within the membership ranks!
Congratulations to Morgan Patrick and her new husband, the new Mr. and Mrs. Illig!
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Funny Old Photo Department...
Did you know that the Webmaster was also a magazine cover model?
From the June 1973 issue of Junior American Modeler magazine. Photos taken in Newport harbor. And I am still trying to figure out "How Sailboats Work".
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Ever wonder what surfing in Alaska is like?
Here's a video by a friend of Justin Scheller surfing at his secret fly in break. See the link below for the fly in surfing Alaska webpage.
For full details about how you can surf in Alaska, see the website at:
http://surfalaska.net/201008/alaska-fly-out-surf-adventure-video
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D.L.S.A. Member spotted at the
Surf A Rama
Member and Club Treasurer Tom Hammer spotted buying a Vintage Board at this years Surf_A-Rama.
Tom and his "new" vintage board
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Picture of a member surfing tandem at the Boneyard in 1979
John Coshland as a 13 year old Grom holding up his buddy.
Picture from the San Clemente Sun Post.
Send in your funny or cool old pictures for the website:
dlsawebmaster@hotmail.com
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John Coshland as a 13 year old Grom holding up his buddy.
Picture from the San Clemente Sun Post.
Send in your funny or cool old pictures for the website:
dlsawebmaster@hotmail.com
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A cool Video of Josh Reposo
ripping at Church
ripping at Church
Josh Rapozo on his Terry Senate models from WooWaa on Vimeo.
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Photos of recent local storm surf by Bill Grey
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Vintage magazine ad from the 1960's featuring our club Surfing Legend and fellow member Mickey Munoz
Article and photo submitted by Jim Coshland
Mickey said he is twenty something in this picture. Note the 4% sales tax for California residents.
Vintage magazine ad from the 1960's featuring our club Surfing Legend and fellow member Mickey Munoz
Article and photo submitted by Jim Coshland
Mickey said he is twenty something in this picture. Note the 4% sales tax for California residents.
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Pictures of fellow D.L.S.A. member Tom Dalton taken at Church Valentines Day weekend
Photos submitted by Bill Grey
Pictures of fellow D.L.S.A. member Tom Dalton taken at Church Valentines Day weekend
Photos submitted by Bill Grey
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Be a good example by remembering to always try and follow the basic surfing "Rules Of The Road"
Whether you are surfing at Doheny or another break, remember that you are a representative of the D.L.S.A. So set a good example on how to be a courteous and safe surfer. Be a mentor and show everybody your aloha spirit as well as how to respect other surfers and the ocean. And remember to always pass off a few waves to the groms and less experienced surfers. It will stoke them out as well as teach them to do the same to others.
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A cool Video by Perry Rohr
He and Hallie surfing in the 805 last year
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Be a good example by remembering to always try and follow the basic surfing "Rules Of The Road"
Whether you are surfing at Doheny or another break, remember that you are a representative of the D.L.S.A. So set a good example on how to be a courteous and safe surfer. Be a mentor and show everybody your aloha spirit as well as how to respect other surfers and the ocean. And remember to always pass off a few waves to the groms and less experienced surfers. It will stoke them out as well as teach them to do the same to others.
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A cool Video by Perry Rohr
He and Hallie surfing in the 805 last year
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Photos taken at Doheny during the week of big storms in January 2010
Article by Jim Coshland, Photos courtesy of Mickey Munoz
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These photos were taken by D.L.S.A. member and Surfing Legend Mickey Munoz during the week of January 17-23, 2010. They show the power, beauty and effects of the series of very strong El Nino winter storms and severe weather that lasted almost an entire week. The photos were taken by Mickey at Doheny using his Canon G10 digital camera. Thanks for sharing your beautiful photos Mickey! And remember we always welcome photography by our members for posting on the website.
Click on an image for a larger view.
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Photos of Sunset at The 2010 D.L.S.A. Gathering Of The tribes
Check out these great photos by two of our members.
Photo courtesy of Bill Grey
Photo courtesy of Rachael Calkins
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D.L.S.A. Board of Director and club photographer Steve Ryan's beautiful image "Support America"
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Photos of Sunset at The 2010 D.L.S.A. Gathering Of The tribes
Check out these great photos by two of our members.
Photo courtesy of Bill Grey
Photo courtesy of Rachael Calkins
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D.L.S.A. Board of Director and club photographer Steve Ryan's beautiful image "Support America"
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A Member submitted short story about the Velzy
Story and Photo Submitted by Doug "Rubio" Smith
"A Day To Honor Dale Velzy"
By Rubio
It's a clear star filled night . My van is loaded up and ready for the surf day ahead. Pull the choke on the front of the doghouse. Turn the key and she roars to life. The drive out of the hills of San Juan is a fast one. I pull up to the city lot and park. The tide is low and the dawn is approaching. The hills over Doheny turn orange with the star filled night still overhead, a breathtaking sight. The volunteers that drive our events are showing up too. The people take their places and the event starts. The day flies by in a blur of things that need to be done. Heats are judged, scores tallied , and pictures taken. The jetty kids take control of the sounds of the event,
announcing the competitors , the sponsors, and adding a flavor only they can provide. We are blessed with small contestable surf and a windless sunny day. Somewhere behind us another army of volunteers is preparing a luau celebration to honor the man of the day, Dale Velzy. A surf pioneer whose designs shape our sport to this day . I see his pig design returning to the feet of the next generation of surfers of this age more and more. He has always been one of the giants of our sport. Today we honor that legacy. The heats move by smoothly and quickly . The paddle race is run throughout the day . As always it happens in our sport youth and the seasoned veterans mix together. The young not always ending up on top. But all who take part feel the pain of an intense workout. The finals arrive and it's a battle to see who will claim boneyard bragging rights for the next year. And no one gives in easily. My heat is one of the hardest of my competitive life. All heats have surf, be it small . But remember we are blessed with one of the best small waves on the coast. My face feels hot , the sun has taken it's toll. The contest ends . The city we have built is quickly removed with the help of many volunteers . The time has finally come to change clothes and enjoy the party. But as always there is more work to do. The trophy platform is set but the sound system is not. So we pitch in set it up. The party begins with the food . An excellent barbecue . Prepared and served by more commited volunteers . After a day of no food it tastes incredible. Once the trophies are given out , the boards are given away and the people start to file out. All leave with the band playing a surf tune from past filling their ears. The people who stay are treated to a surfin' dance party. It's a warm night. The Hawaiian Revue is fire dancing in the distance . The show goes on... I feel tired and happy our event was a success.
Thanks to all who worked to make it happen. It was truly a day to remember ..
Rubio
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Video of D.L.S.A.'s Tandem Team of Clay and Kristen Huntington being interviewed recently on the local Florida TV News broadcast during the recent charity contest there
Video Link:
Story and Photo Submitted by Doug "Rubio" Smith
"A Day To Honor Dale Velzy"
By Rubio
It's a clear star filled night . My van is loaded up and ready for the surf day ahead. Pull the choke on the front of the doghouse. Turn the key and she roars to life. The drive out of the hills of San Juan is a fast one. I pull up to the city lot and park. The tide is low and the dawn is approaching. The hills over Doheny turn orange with the star filled night still overhead, a breathtaking sight. The volunteers that drive our events are showing up too. The people take their places and the event starts. The day flies by in a blur of things that need to be done. Heats are judged, scores tallied , and pictures taken. The jetty kids take control of the sounds of the event,
announcing the competitors , the sponsors, and adding a flavor only they can provide. We are blessed with small contestable surf and a windless sunny day. Somewhere behind us another army of volunteers is preparing a luau celebration to honor the man of the day, Dale Velzy. A surf pioneer whose designs shape our sport to this day . I see his pig design returning to the feet of the next generation of surfers of this age more and more. He has always been one of the giants of our sport. Today we honor that legacy. The heats move by smoothly and quickly . The paddle race is run throughout the day . As always it happens in our sport youth and the seasoned veterans mix together. The young not always ending up on top. But all who take part feel the pain of an intense workout. The finals arrive and it's a battle to see who will claim boneyard bragging rights for the next year. And no one gives in easily. My heat is one of the hardest of my competitive life. All heats have surf, be it small . But remember we are blessed with one of the best small waves on the coast. My face feels hot , the sun has taken it's toll. The contest ends . The city we have built is quickly removed with the help of many volunteers . The time has finally come to change clothes and enjoy the party. But as always there is more work to do. The trophy platform is set but the sound system is not. So we pitch in set it up. The party begins with the food . An excellent barbecue . Prepared and served by more commited volunteers . After a day of no food it tastes incredible. Once the trophies are given out , the boards are given away and the people start to file out. All leave with the band playing a surf tune from past filling their ears. The people who stay are treated to a surfin' dance party. It's a warm night. The Hawaiian Revue is fire dancing in the distance . The show goes on... I feel tired and happy our event was a success.
Thanks to all who worked to make it happen. It was truly a day to remember ..
Rubio
Video of D.L.S.A.'s Tandem Team of Clay and Kristen Huntington being interviewed recently on the local Florida TV News broadcast during the recent charity contest there
Video Link:
http://www.myfoxorlando.com/
See them, the Gales and the Siskars plus many other tandem teams compete for cash prizes at our Dale Velzy Classic on September 26th!
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See them, the Gales and the Siskars plus many other tandem teams compete for cash prizes at our Dale Velzy Classic on September 26th!
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D.L.S.A. Competition Team Members
Take National Surfing Titles!
Article and Photos Submitted by Jim Coshland
Matt Jensen (blue)
At the ASP sanctioned SIMA Surfing America National Championship Finals held at
the Huntington Beach Pier on August 25th and 26th, D.L.S.A. Competition Team members
took home 6 of the 28 awards given out in 7 divisions.
Glen Tilly (blue)
The contest featured the top surfers from all over the United States and included
regional champions from the Western Surfing Association, the National Scholastic
Surfing Association, WSA Prime, Eastern Surfing Association, Gulf Surfing Association and Hawaiian Surfing Association.
Josh Reposo (white), Gabe fembres (yellow)
The 2 days were filled with a very high level of surfing from all the competitors, with incredible performances in large surf. There were consistant big sets along with waist to shoulder high waves, with at least one big clean up set coming through in each heat. Many heats with lots of big dumping surf which made it very exciting to watch the competitors make the most of their heats in the challenging surf.
Michelle Bautista Layton (Blue), Rachael Tilly (Red)
In that light there were a lot of big hits and gravity defying drop in's that kept all the
spectators very entertained and appreciative of the various performances given in every heat. And after the dust settled, the D.L.S.A. Members competing took home the following National Rankings: Masters Mens Shortboard - Glen Tilly 3rd Place.
Mens Shortboard - Matt Jenson 4th Place. Open Mens Longboard - Josh Reposo 2nd Place and Gabe Fembres 3rd Place. Jr Women Longboard - Michelle Bautista Layton 2nd Place and, Rachael Tilly 4th Place. Congrats to all of these members on your national rankings! Way to represent the D.L.S.A!
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Club V.P. Bobby Knox "back in the day".
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Perfect left at Mecca, SanO
Photo submitted by Mark Calkins. Taken at one of his favorite spots.
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Old Quiver
A picture of Jim Coshland's quiver from 1979
Left to right.
6'10" Hawiian Surfing Designs wing pin twin fin, 6'10" Natural Designs stinger, 8' Hansen 50/50, 7'2" Rick James swallowtail, 7' Aipa stinger (check out the leash plug placement), 7'2" Natural Designs pintail.
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Can you spot the D.L.S.A. Member in the photo?
This is the 1986 Annual Becker Surfboards Employee Photo. Can you spot
Steve Ryan, your fellow D.L.S.A. Member?
Answer, Steve Ryan bottom row, left.
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Photo submitted by Mark Calkins. Taken at one of his favorite spots.
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Old Quiver
A picture of Jim Coshland's quiver from 1979
Left to right.
6'10" Hawiian Surfing Designs wing pin twin fin, 6'10" Natural Designs stinger, 8' Hansen 50/50, 7'2" Rick James swallowtail, 7' Aipa stinger (check out the leash plug placement), 7'2" Natural Designs pintail.
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Can you spot the D.L.S.A. Member in the photo?
This is the 1986 Annual Becker Surfboards Employee Photo. Can you spot
Steve Ryan, your fellow D.L.S.A. Member?
Answer, Steve Ryan bottom row, left.
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D.L.S.A, Members help save a fellow
surfer's life in Seal Beach
On Sunday January 18th Bobby Knox and Chuck McElvain were instrumental in saving the life of a fellow surfer at the river jetties in Seal Beach. While surfing and having fun with a group of other D.L.S.A. Members they witnessed another surfer experiencing a seizure right after riding a wave. Before they could reach the person in distress, the gentleman ended up face down and drowning. When he was turned over the man was lifeless and not breathing. Thinking quickly and enlisting the help of other nearby surfers, they ended up being able to float the man on some boards while a lady climbed on top and started chest compressions while bringing him to shore. And due to the fast emergency treatment they were able to clear the man's lungs of a lot of water and restart his breathing. Soon after the man was brought to the beach by the group of lifesavers, lifeguards and paramedics soon arrived. The lifeguard stated that without the fast action by our fellow club members and other good Samaritans the man would not be alive at this time. To see both print and a tv news report about this event go to: http://www.ocregister.com/articles/beach-surf-surfers-2284803-lifeguards-water and http://www.cbs2.com/video/?id=90193@kcbs.dayport.com
Also please check the website in the future for a club CPR Class date. The club sponsored one a couple of years ago and it is time to do it again. It is something that we all should know in case the need to help someone arises.
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surfer's life in Seal Beach
On Sunday January 18th Bobby Knox and Chuck McElvain were instrumental in saving the life of a fellow surfer at the river jetties in Seal Beach. While surfing and having fun with a group of other D.L.S.A. Members they witnessed another surfer experiencing a seizure right after riding a wave. Before they could reach the person in distress, the gentleman ended up face down and drowning. When he was turned over the man was lifeless and not breathing. Thinking quickly and enlisting the help of other nearby surfers, they ended up being able to float the man on some boards while a lady climbed on top and started chest compressions while bringing him to shore. And due to the fast emergency treatment they were able to clear the man's lungs of a lot of water and restart his breathing. Soon after the man was brought to the beach by the group of lifesavers, lifeguards and paramedics soon arrived. The lifeguard stated that without the fast action by our fellow club members and other good Samaritans the man would not be alive at this time. To see both print and a tv news report about this event go to: http://www.ocregister.com/articles/beach-surf-surfers-2284803-lifeguards-water and http://www.cbs2.com/video/?id=90193@kcbs.dayport.com
Also please check the website in the future for a club CPR Class date. The club sponsored one a couple of years ago and it is time to do it again. It is something that we all should know in case the need to help someone arises.
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