Make a Wave Project

Oceana CEO Andy Sharpless (pictured here with MAWP Founder Alex...

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 16:16:03 -0400

Oceana CEO Andy Sharpless (pictured here with MAWP Founder Alex Winston and Oceana Pacific Region Development Manager Maggie Hardy) was thrilled with the successful outcome of the Surfathon Fundraiser!

CLICK HERE TO SEE WHY WE DID IT!

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:48:27 -0400

CLICK HERE TO SEE WHY WE DID IT!

1st Annual Surfathon - SUCCESS!!

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 11:00:35 -0400

Some of the 8th shift come out of the water on Sunday

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 10:55:59 -0400

Some of the 8th shift come out of the water on Sunday

Wow! What a week-end! The MAWP 2007 1st Annual Surfathon was a HUGE success! Thanks to the...

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 10:53:34 -0400

Wow! What a week-end! The MAWP 2007 1st Annual Surfathon was a HUGE success! Thanks to the die-hard surfers who were willing to risk the urban runoff in the ocean and hit the waves anyway, we had a minimum of two surfers in the water at all times for all 24-hours of the Surfathon! They, and all of the volunteers and supporters that came out to show their love, get MAJOR thanks and big hugs! Everyone who was there can agree that the energy was intensely positive.

The rain was pouring down at 11:30 on Saturday (22nd), however the clouds parted and the sun came shining down at 12:00 on the nose, as soon as the Surfathon was set to begin. The soulful drum circle began and the 1st shift of surfers went out into the water, including 9 year old Gordon Macgruder, who insisted that nothing could stop him from surfing his shift and insisted, “could I please have my MAWP jersey…I want to surf!”.

The Auction Gala dinner was a fantastic party and big success. Thank you to all of our sponsors and donors who helped make the event such a hit!!! And thank you to all of those who came out to surf, volunteer, perform and support!! Please keep checking in on this website for more updates and photos to come!

Steve Brom (pictured above) designed this FLAMING HOT fish...

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 17:56:22 -0400

Steve Brom (pictured above) designed this FLAMING HOT fish (below) for the MAWP auction to benefit Oceana. Imagine yourself ripping down the line on this board… Can you feel the heat? Steve Brom’s refined boards reflect amazing craftsmanship and style, and are a great all-conditions ride. And…check out those eyes! MAWP and all the surf participants appreciate your support Steve!!

Steve Brom Fish

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 17:50:00 -0400

Steve Brom Fish

We love Swellmagnet.com because...

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 21:07:34 -0400

They understand how us Santa Monica and south bay surfers operate!! You need to check out www.swellmagnet.com for detailed, accurate surf forecasts and daily surf reports for the Southern California area. Their surf reporters aren’t just looking at the surf cameras from behind a desk, they are there at the beach watching the surf every day. If you’re not 100% stoked on the service, just click out. It’s a no lose situation, so if you’re looking to score waves, remember to “Surf here first!”

Tomorrow’s Bad Seeds play for the Make A Wave Project at...

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 17:43:50 -0400

Tomorrow’s Bad Seeds play for the Make A Wave Project at the Malibu Inn. For more pics go to the photo gallery!

WATCH MAWP ON KVMDTV!!!

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 15:30:42 -0400

WATCH MAWP ON KVMDTV!!!

Big Ups...ZJ Boardinghouse

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 23:08:08 -0400

Big Ups to ZJ Boardinghouse - our own local Santa Monica board shop. Thank you for the support! And, for the donations… AND for putting together a ZJ Boardinghouse Surf Team for the MAWP Surfathon!! You guys rock! Besides having everything and anything us surfers could need and/or want for our daily surf sessions and surf travels, you have ultra cool clothes (including O’Quinn and RVCA). Where else would we go for the latest styles of skateboards, surfboards, surf gear and accessories?? The staff is knowledgeable and professional and ZJ also offers surf and skate lessons through the shop. Plus, next door - the ZJ Ladies Lounge is loaded with cute girly gear…and cute girlies too! For more info check out www.zjboardinghouse.com.

Thank you Val Surf!!

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 17:59:01 -0400

Big, HUGE THANK YOU to Val Surf for being so enthusiastic and supportive of the Make A Wave Project Surfathon! We appreciate your generosity with the items you’re donating for the MAWP Auction Gala Dinner. Most of you surfers already know about Val Surf… For those of you who don’t - it’s a must go to surf and skate shop. They carry EVERYTHING - an amazing selection of wetsuits, boards, clothes, watches and much more! And, nobody can beat their low prices… Veeeeery appealing, right?? Check out their new website www.valsurf.com to see all the goods.

If you are interested in attending the Make A Wave Project Auction Gala Dinner to benefit OCEANA please contact Alex at alex@makeawaveproject.org to purchase your ticket. Tickets are limited, so don’t waste any time!! The dinner is in the Colony in Malibu and we’ve booked 2 live bands, plus speakers and a FANTASTIC silent and live auction!

A few of the Live Auction items include: A 3-minute cameo part in Henry Jaglom’s next movie, week-long stay in gorgeous B&B in St. Tropez, rock climbing adventure day and much, much more!

A few of the Silent Auction items include: Surfboards, skateboards, snowboards, private yoga lessons, kite-surfing lessons, spa day with massage and much, much more!

This leg is our mascot… Check out the crashing waves - a...

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 21:18:59 -0400

This leg is our mascot… Check out the crashing waves - a true MAWP supporter! Come down to the beach on Saturday, September 22nd and get your own tatoo (henna that is) of waves and/or other beach wonders. Henna tatoo artist Morena Santos will be inking people up!

You may want one of these extremely sexy and exclusive MAWP...

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 21:14:32 -0400

You may want one of these extremely sexy and exclusive MAWP Tshirts because they are such a flattering fit… Or, you may just want to support a fabulous cause! To order yours call 310-899-9477. Tshirts come in XS, S, M, L and XL and cost $18 (proceeds go directly to Oceana).

Check out the love!!! All the hot boys are wearing them… ...

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 04:29:04 -0400

Check out the love!!! All the hot boys are wearing them… Order your cool MAWP Tshirt now by calling 310-899-9499.

New Team: Rocker Board Shop

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 00:39:01 -0400

Please welcome new honorary Team Rocker to the MAWP Surfathon! Team Rocker is made up of the owner/crew manning this hip, boutique surf store located on Venice Boulevard and Grand View. Rocker Board Shop brings “female-centric” surfing to new levels of respect. Not only can shop-owner and visionaire Allison fit any grommet, wahine or loc into the perfect wetsuit, but you can see how her sic sense of style illuminates the shop…from gorgeous, locally shaped Scott Anderson surfboards to only the funkiest underground surf DVDs (Longer, Singlefin: Yellow). Artistic Arbor skateboards and sexy bikinis (that actually stay on when you surf, thank you) line the lofty walls. Men with killer style - not to worry! Rocker Board Shop carries boards you’ll crave and stylish clothes you won’t be able to resist (especially when you hear the Rocker ladies tell you how nice your bum looks in those board shorts!!). For more info visit www.rockerboardshop.com.

Look for the Rocker Team surfing the MAWP Surfathon during the evening shift - yay!! Thanks Rocker…you Rock!!

Can I get a Laird in da house?!

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 20:21:07 -0400

Dear Laird,

You made us love you, we didn’t want to do it…

Please, please come surf our event -

All the best and most innocent intentions,

Team Sandshark

Welcome to MAWP!

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 19:46:29 -0400

The Make A Wave Project is the ultimate beach-lover’s fundraiser in support of Oceana’s effort to clean and protect our oceans! The Surf-a-Thon is a 24-hour, non-stop surf event for anyone who loves the beach! Surfers will participate in one or more 3-hour shifts between 12pm on September 22nd and 12pm on September 23rd. The event will take place at the Ocean Park Beach in Santa Monica at 2600 Barnard Way. If you would like to surf this event you can click on the “SURF” link at the top-right of this page to sign up.

Even if you’re not surfing the event, we encourage you to make a donation to Make A Wave Project by clicking on the “DONATE” link at the top-right of this page. All net proceeds raised through MAWP will go directly to Oceana. Donations can also be mailed in to the following address:

Make check payable to: Oceana
C/o Make A Wave Project
1112 Montana Avenue, #402
Santa Monica, CA 90403

The MAWP Surf-a-Thon will be rockin’!! You can expect two days of music and fun in the sun and sea. Look for the four white canopy tents stationed at the Ocean Park Beach near lifeguard Tower 26. This is a grass-roots event y’all, and we appreciate any and all the support you can give – whether you surf, make a donation, or bring your good energy to the beach on September 22nd and 23rd! So, bring your friends and family to cheer on the MAWP surfers as they catch waves and rip it up!!

Please check this website periodically for announcements and bulletins about this event as well as view our video stream of the team captains and some of the stoked surfers.

If you care about the future of our oceans, this is an extraordinary cause. We are grateful to all of you who are willing to help!

Peace, love and SURF’S UP!!

Sincerely,

Alex Winston & Tanna Frederick
Event Coordinators