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Studio b Call for New Year Cell Phone Photos!

Dec 31st, 2008
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duffleyflyerHere’s the scoop:

To celebrate the new year, Studio b is hosting a photo forum of camera phone shots! Yes, camera phone shots! No need for high-tech cameras, you can be “Joe the plumber” or an ace photographer and enter!

There are only two rules:

Rule#1: It must be shot from a camera phone.

Rule #2: It must be shot after the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, 2009 to the following midnight (so it’s your first day of 2009). Make it a resolution you can keep!

Just email your images to scoop@studiobthebeach.com by January 2nd. You will be included in an online gallery of all the images from all around the globe!

It’s time to get creative! Start 2009 with a click! Spread the word! Pass it on! Tell all of your friends! All ages and phones are welcome! Be sure to include your name, age, where you’re from, type of phone, and caption. All images will be online soon at www.studiobthebeach.com.

Second Annual Polar Bear Club

Dec 29th, 2008
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Come out and help a good cause at the Second Annual Polar Bear Club. All proceeds benefit the Destin Jr. Lifeguards.

Location: Crab Trap in Destin.
Date and Time: January 1, 2009, New Year’s Day at 10:30am.
Entry Fee: $15 entry and that includes a t-shirt.

For additional information, contact Alex Metz with Destin Beach Safety at 850-376-8667.

Surf Spooktacular Stand Up Paddle Parade!

Oct 30th, 2008
by mike.
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…Just back from another amazing day on the water!  We had perfect weather for our Paddleboard costume parade around Destin Harbor.  We visited the Destin Fishing Rodeo crowd watching the weigh ins and then took a trip under the East Pass bridge.  As we approached Crab Island, we were treated to a pod of dolphins playing in the glow of the sunset.  And, like all that was not enough, a squadron of old war birds put on an aerial acrobatic show just over our heads.  Those who stuck around for dinner were treated to a fireworks show from the Destin jetty!  Amazing,  this is quite a paradise we have the good fortune to live in.  Happy Halloween everybody!  Enjoy this short video of some of the Surf Spooktacular event:

Destin Harbor Stand Up Paddle Surf Spooktacular!

Oct 23rd, 2008
by mike.
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Join us at the Harborwalk in Destin for a creepy good time!  On Thursday October 30th, one hour before sunset, adventurous souls will be stand up paddling along the harbor front in full costume.  After spooking the fishing fleet,  we’ll enjoy the haunted house and other festivities with friends and family!

Join us…unless you’re too scared!

Video from Last Year:

Stand Up Paddle Fun Day

Oct 23rd, 2008
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Who:
YOLO Board, WAVE 102.1 & Scully’s on the Bayou

What:
YOLO Board Winter Stand-Up Paddle Series Kick Off Event

When:
Sunday, October 26th at 1:00 pm (race starts at 1:30 pm)

Where:
Scully’s on the Bayou
200 Eglin Pkwy NE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
For directions, visit www.scullysonthebayou.com.

Details:
NO ENTRY FEE!  Please call 850.622.5760 to sign up your team!  Divisions for the race event include: 4 person co-ed adults, 13-18 youth open, 12-under, individual shootout, short distance and buoy course.  Prizes for division winners!  Open demo after races.

See you there!

Memorial Paddle Out for Robbie Aldrich

Oct 3rd, 2008
by mike.
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Memorial Paddle Out for local surfer Robbie Aldrich.

Date: Monday, Oct. 6th 5:15 pm.

Location: Ft. Walton Beach Pier (East of ‘Howl at the Moon’ nightclub.)

For more information contact: Christoph Landsberger at convoyfollows@hotmail.com

Credit: Jon Spencer / BlueEyedNanuk@aol.com / www.MySpace.com/blueeyednanuk

Waterman’s Gathering / Surf Movie Night

Sep 23rd, 2008
by mike.
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Join us this Friday night, September 26th, 2008 at 6:30, for the second of our Fall Season “Waterman Gatherings.” We’ll be meeting at the Gulf Place Artist Colony, right across the street from Ed Walline Park on 30-A (map).

Bring your own guitar to pick a couple of songs for us or, if you have any surfing home video, bring a DVD to show off on the big screen. This is a family friendly event so choose your material accordingly and we’ll all have a great time. (Promo of some local footage.)

We will be featuring a presentation of the Yolo Board Standup paddle board race series slideshow. Also a presentation of video and stills from Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. Chandler Williams of Modus Photography will be showing some of his excellent work!

The Artists Bar will be open for business if you would like beer or wine and there are several restaurants on the property for pizza, sandwiches or fancy food. Picnic style is just fine too… there’s plenty of room to spread a beach blanket and just chill with friends!

Current forecast is for clear skies and cooler air. See you there!

YOLO Stand Up Paddle Race #5 Report

Sep 19th, 2008
by mike.
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Well, last night we enjoyed the final race of the YOLOboard Stand-up Paddle Board Race Series. And what a beautiful race it was! We could not have asked for better weather as the air was noticeably cooler and the Gulf was emerald green and smooth as a lake. The venue at Seaside was just right for this finale of races and Bud & Alley’s restaurant provided a fitting beach-side lounge for the slide show and awards presentation.

The racing was again competitive. In the Ladies division YOLO came into the race with a 9 point lead over Walton Wahines in the overall standings and three of the ladies teams were within 4 points of each other. For this race it would be Team YOLO-litas claiming the prize for first! They were followed by the Waterbabes, then YOLO, Walton Wahines and Kitty Hawk Kites.

The overall Ladies Championship goes to the YOLO women. Second place, the song I just can’t get out of my head…YOLO-lita’s! They are followed by Walton Wahines, Kitty Hawk Kites and Waterbabes. Way to go Ladies!

For the Men it has been and was again, a nailbiter! Teams Aqua and YOLO have been working hard at eachother through out the series. Aqua has placed first 4 times and second once. YOLO just the opposite with 4 second place finishes and one first. The points difference between the two teams coming into the race was only 4 points. Behind these two powerhouses in the series has been a consistent RYNO team with 4 third place finishes. Destin Health, Sunset Beach Services and Surfrider have been swapping middle of the pack honors and arrived with only three points separating the three teams.

The Men’s race was fairly evenly paced with RYNO leading the pack until the final seconds as Gary Wise delivered a Knock out punch, catching a roller for a wave ride to the finish line. If not for that wave he would not have been able to catch RYNO, the race was all but finished. We know our lifeguards have a keen eye for surf conditions, rip currents, and sandbars, but this one takes the cake. Talking with Gary afterward, he says he had spied that roller earlier and actually decided to take a wider path coming down the last leg in hopes of catching one in. Great job Gary and congratulations to all the competitors!

The spectacular finish threw the points standings into a mess with Team Aqua and Team YOLO coming out even for overall first place honors. We’ll be firing up the chainsaw to split the trophy unless a custody arrangement can be made. Team RYNO broke their streak of thirds for second place in the race but remains third in the overall final standings. Rounding out the overall was another tie. This time an equal fourth place to Surfrider and Sunset Beach Services. Fifth was Destin Health and Fitness. Sixth an absent this race Team ROV . And, Kitty Hawk Kites and Amavida Coffee tie for 7th.

This paddleboard race series has been such a success, I’m certain the next series will bring more competitors and a whole lot of fun. Speaking of which, we have several fun events in the works so check back for event postings.

Next Friday evening at Gulf Place we will have another “Waterman’s Gathering”. Again we’ll show home surf footage on the big screen and feel free to bring your own clips or slideshow in DVD format. It’s a casual, family friendly event so bring a soccer ball for the kids to play while you kick back with us and relax!

Also, start getting your costume ready for the “13th Annual Surf Spooktacular” Stand-up and Surfing Halloween costume contest! (date and time T.B.A.)!

Surf Entertainment Night Report

Aug 29th, 2008
by mike.
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Tonight’s Waterman Gathering was lots of fun.  The gathering was preceded by a brief meeting of the Surfrider Foundation.  Speaking of which, we now have the new Panhandle  Surfrider T-shirts available for purchase…just $15 dollars!  E-mail from our contacts page if you would like a shirt and I’ll hold one for you.

We started the evening festivities with some head to head Kelly Slater PS2 game action, then watched local surfing footage from Hurricane Katrina.  Folks then  hung out while the kids played soccer and the adults were treated to a viewing of Sprout.  All in  all,  it was quite a fun evening  with friends.  We’ll do it again on  4th Friday’s through the fall.  Maybe even sooner, watch this page for more information.  Thanks go to John Cross &  Mid Bay Media for providing the projector and screen tonight.  Contact him if you have any Website or advertising needs! John@midbaymedia.com

YOLO Stand Up Paddle Race #4 Report

Aug 29th, 2008
by mike.
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Once again, we had magnificent weather for the race last night. The wind was light providing smooth waters across the Destin Harbor. Competitors paddled against a swift outgoing tide from the harbor to the East Pass bridge and then were helped by the same current for their return trip. Times were fast with most competitors making the turn marker in about two minutes and returning in about a minute and a half. Team Yololitas finished strong for the victory in the first heat. In the men’s heat, Aqua Surf Shop prevailed and now sits atop the overall series standings. The fifth and final race of the series will be September 18th at Seaside. This last race will be held in the Gulf waters. This should up the ante and provide an opportunity for the teams with wave experience to shine. The last race will be wrapped up with a reception and awards party at Bud and Allie’s. See you there!

Parade.com Photo Contest

Aug 26th, 2008
by steve.
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Do you have a good photo of the Emerald Coast for Parade.com’s Oceans of Wonder Photo Contest. The deadine is September 8, 2008.

Pic & Flick Surf Entertainment Night

Aug 25th, 2008
by mike.
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Join us this Friday night, August 29, 2008  at 7:00, for the first of our Fall Season “Waterman Gatherings.” We’ll be meeting at the Gulf Place Artist Colony, right across the street from Ed Walline Park on 30-A (map).

Bring your own guitar to pick a couple of songs for us or, if you have any surfing home video, bring a DVD to show off on the big screen. This is a family friendly event so choose your material accordingly and we’ll all have a great time. (Promo of some local footage.)

The Artists Bar will be open for business if you would like beer or wine and there are several restaurants on the property for pizza, sandwiches or fancy food. Picnic style is just fine too… there’s plenty of room to spread a beach blanket and just chill with friends!

Current forecast is for clear skies and cooler air. See you there!

YOLO Stand Up Paddle Race #3 Report

Aug 15th, 2008
by mike.
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The YOLO Board Stand Up Paddle Board Race Series continued last night with another great race. Watercolors provided a beautiful setting. The boat house and dock made water entry and transition staging a breeze. Excellent racing was complemented by another spectacular sunset and full moon rising.

Also rising was the level of competition. All of the competitors are looking more polished as we work our way through the series. Heat one action included all the ladies teams and the jr. lifeguards. Several teams had last minute recruiting going on along the docks as a few team members were unable to attend. This found the Jr. Lifeguard team supplemented with two first time racing adults Allison and Phil. Kitty Hawk Kites also found a last minute recruit. Thanks for answering the call to fill in! The heat one results were:

1–Yolo Ladies

2–Jr. Lifeguards

3–Walton Wahines

4–Yololitas

5–Waterbabes

6–Kitty Hawk Kites

Heat two included all the Men’s teams. The racing started off with a bang as all the teams took off fast. One team broke out in front and kept it up for a commanding finish. Team Aqua came across the line at 15:34, a comfortable 30 seconds ahead of Yolo Men. Third place went to Team RYNO. At 16:20, Team Surfrider (also now known as “team we weren’t last”) just edged out Sunset Beach Services, only one second separated the two teams. The racing was rounded out by team Amavida at 18:06 and Team Kitty Hawk Kites at 18:37. It should be noted that Kitty Hawk kites recruited three of their four members on the docks just before the event. Thanks again to the folks that were willing to jump in!

1–Aqua

2–Yolo

3–RYNO

4–Surfrider

5–Sunset Beach Services

6–Amavida

7–Kitty Hawk Kites

Surf Movie Night

Aug 12th, 2008
by mike.
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Don’t miss the next Surf Movie Night this Saturday, August 16, 2008, at Spinnaker in Panama City Beach! A local surf movie is on tap for this event. Raffle prizes, good food, and great folks… see you there!

Stand Up Paddle Race #3

Aug 11th, 2008
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It’s time to stand up once again for the Yolo Board Paddle board race series.

CALLING ALL WATERMEN AND RACE SPECTATORS!
The four-member teams will compete in three heats as race paddlers vie for the champion title “YOLO Board Cup Series” to be awarded after the final race in September. One time race entry fee is $150 per team. Free signature race series t-shirts for each team member. YOLO boards will be provided for use at each racevevent. Additional race divisions will include individual men’s, individual women’s and parent/child to name a few. Come out and support our local beach community and be a part of the fastest growing recreational water sport in the world!

For event details including race locations, visit www.yoloboard.com or contact Madra McDonald at 850.376.7386 or madra@M-PublicRelations.com. All events are free and open to the public.

July 17 • July 31 • August 14 • August 28 • September 18

Download the flyer here (.pdf).

Race # 3 is scheduled for this Thursday in Watercolors, just off hwy. 30-A. 

The map is here.  Racers will gather near the boathouse and marina prior to the 6:00 start time. See you there!

Surf Movie Night, Saturday July 26th

Jul 24th, 2008
by mike.
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Join us for a Surf Movie Night this Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Spinnaker in Panama City Beach. We’ll be supporting the Surfrider Foundation with a membership drive and enjoying some good movies and also some short clips from the local surf scene. Spinnaker has a terrific outdoor dining and bar deck, tasty burgers and seafood, great sound system, 25 foot movie screen and if you stick around after the movie most likely a killer live band! Entry before the movie starts (around dusk) is free…arrive early and get the local discount of no cover charge! This is a family friendly event, so bring the kids and have a great time!

This week the movie is Believe. 

For directions to Spinnaker click below:

http://www.spinnakerbeachclub.com/aboutus/map.htm

Paddle Board Race, Thursday- July 17th

Jul 16th, 2008
by mike.
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YOLO Board Announces Stand-Up Paddle Series Race Event

Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.-based paddleboard company hosts race series event to celebrate growing water sport activity

Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (July 8, 2008) – YOLO Board LLC announces the inaugural YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series race event that will kick off on Thursday, July 17th at 6 pm at Oyster Lake in Santa Rosa Beach. At least 12 four-member teams will compete in a series of five races (three heats per race) that will take place at different locations spanning two months as race paddlers vie for the champion title “YOLO Board Cup Series” to be awarded after the final race in September.

“On the heels of the success of the recent Surfrider SUP race we were inspired to create the first ever YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series race event,” said Jeff Archer, co-founder of YOLO Board LLC. “Our goal for this event is to help contribute to the culture of the local beach community by providing a fun avenue to bring people together while celebrating the world’s fastest growing recreational water sport.”

Tentative race dates (weather permitting) are: July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th, and September 18th. A one time race entry fee is $150 per team. Free signature race series t-shirts will be provided for each participating team member and YOLO boards will be available for use at each race event.

Additional race divisions will include individual men’s, individual women’s and parent/child to name a few. All events are free and open to the public.

YOLO Board is currently seeking area sponsors to help cover the expense of hosting the race series event. To learn how you can become a sponsor or volunteer at the race events, contact Madra McDonald at 850.376.7386 or madra@M-PublicRelations.com.

For the latest up-to-date info on the race series including race locations, visit www.yoloboard.com.

Race flyer:

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Big surfboard sale and demos at Aqua!

Jul 7th, 2008
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Join BlueMountainSurf and friends at Aqua Surf Shop this Saturday (July 12th) for a big clearance event! Kevin will have surfboards starting at $99 along with lots of other gear, including some “buy one get one free” clothing.

Hurricane Bertha is on her way out in the Atlantic …and in the Gulf we’ll be seeing the storms roll in soon enough. Fill in those holes in your quiver now! Surftech will be on hand for a Truckload Sale and board demos too. See you at Aqua in Miramar Beach at the Rufus Ray Plaza next to Copper Grill 10-6pm! Tel. 850-654-2875

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Friday, June 20 International Surfing Day Celebration

Jun 16th, 2008
by steve.
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Friday, June 20 International Surfing Day Celebration

A family friendly event on the beach behind Pompano Joe’s in Miramar Beach from 6pm-till. Including paddle out, raffle prizes, silent auction, live music, food and a bonfire. Guests are encouraged to bring their own beverages.

XL Kites (www.xlkites.com) is donating gift certificates for 2 hour intro kiteboarding lessons (valued at $100 each)!

Update! Surfrider - Stand Up For Our Oceans- Paddle Board Relay Race

Jun 12th, 2008
by mike.
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In celebration of the upcoming International Surfing Day (June 20th), we are calling upon Stand-Up Paddlers to enjoy an evening of fun!

Friday, June 13th at 6pm there will be excitement for paddlers and spectators alike, as several teams comprised of surf shop, lifeguard, and other beach business crews duke it out for top honors. Ma-Ocean will be the big winner as teams will also try to improve their times by offering up donations. Each dollar raised will shave a second off the clock! The donations will help the Surfrider Foundation keep our oceans clean and accessible for everyone! www.surfrider.org

Four person teams will paddle a team SUP board in a total of eight laps around the lake, handing off the board to a team mate every two laps. The board exchanges will surely be fun to watch!

The event will be held on a beautiful coastal dune lake and in full view of passers by along scenic 30-A. Watch this page for event details as the race day draws closer.

Yolo Board has offered to provide SUP boards for all teams…allowing for head to head one design competition! Also, if you have always wanted to try paddle boarding come out for a free demo before the race, 5-6pm!

As of 6/3/08 the following teams are slated to participate:

Team Brah Ha Surf Shop

Team SWFD Lifeguards (two teams, Ladies and Men’s)

Team Aqua Surf Shop

Team Surfrider

Team YOLO Board

Team R.Y.N.O.

Team Surf & Skim

Team Sandestin Beach & Golf

Awards:
Presented on International Surfing Day, Friday June 20th, 7pm Pompano Joe’s (Team donations will be accepted until 6:30pm)

Team Champion (overall time after adjustment of 1 second per every $1 in donations)
Best Individual Leg (2 lap straight time, no adjustment)

UPDATE: New location!!! New Start Time!!!

Great news! The Paddle Board Race is drawing lots of interest. We have several more teams planning to compete. Allen Lake will not be big enough to hold us all! The event will be moved to Oyster Lake with better access and more parking. Parking is located along 30-A, at the beach access, and on the North side of Lake Causeway. (Do not block bike path or private drives.) Click photo for larger image.

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With the additional teams, it will be necessary for the race to be run in two or more heats, with an earlier start time of 6:00 pm. The 7:00 pm heat will still be reserved for those teams such as our lifeguards, beach crews, and surf shops that can only attend after closing up shop or beach operations. If your team can’t arrive for a 5:30 pm pre-race meeting, please contact me to secure a 7:00 pm start time. Otherwise, assume that your race will run at 6:00 pm. We have had a few individuals and partial teams interested…arrive early and we will attempt to pair you up with others to make a team! Please contact me so I can better plan for your participation.

The individual race will be separate in the final heat of the day…standing start…straight up race to the finish line…winner takes all the glory! Anyone who participates in the team event is eligible for the solo race.

Click here for the Race Rules

Hope to see you there. You can reach me via the Blue Mountain Surf Contact page.

-Mike Sturdivant.

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