Partners

Couch Distributing – For the 18th consecutive summer, Couch Distributing has committed to help raise $10,000, supporting Surfrider Santa Cruz’s projects and campaigns through the annual Save Our Surf program. The money has been used to rent office space, improve the lab where Surfrider conducts its weekly water quality tests, support outreach to local schools, purchase storm-drain stencils and conduct monthly beach cleanups. Couch Distributing’s support has also sponsored print advertising to inform the public of Surfrider’s activities. Learn More

World Surfing Reserves – World Surfing Reserves proactively identifies, designates and preserves outstanding waves, surf zones and their surrounding environments around the world. The program serves as a global model for preserving wave breaks and their surrounding areas by recognizing the positive environmental, cultural, economic and community benefits of surfing areas. Learn More

Save The Waves Coalition– A global nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the coastal environment, with an emphasis on the surf zone, and educating the public about its value. We are a devoted group of surfers, scientists, and activists, who share a common belief that our wild coastal areas around the world are precious and valuable, and need to be protected. Learn More

Santa Cruz Waves– Santa Cruz Waves is lifestyle company dedicated to living the “Santa Cruz” lifestyle. See fresh, new local photography which is updated daily. View cool new videos, filmed both locally and abroad. Read cool articles about local talent, music, art, dinning, local happenings, and much, much more! Learn More

Kayak Connection– Kayak Connection offers both sea kayaking and stand-up paddling rentals, instruction, and tours in Santa Cruz and in Moss Landing at the Elkhorn Slough.  They are your one-stop-shop for all things paddle related – selling premier sit-on top and closed-deck kayaks and stand-up paddle boards.  Learn More