Friday, November 1, 2024

MendoMoments: The Savage Surfers of the Mendocino Coast

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Bluffs washed in mist, the Pacific’s rumblings seem quiet, the surfer’s stride [Picture by Eric Lee Burch]

On the edge of the continent, the Pacific laps on primeval shores. Mighty bluffs are made into grains of sand as the relentless waves are brought to a halt.

A distinct hiss can be heard, a salty wind, seabirds meander, and pebbles tumble as the waves recede.

Men in skin-tight suits carry their surfboards and paddle outward striving to stylishly return to shore.

While most cast suspicious glances at the surf off Mendocino County’s coast, local surfers see a bounty.

Winds come from all directions, swells approach the shore unimpeded. South swells are often ignored because too often they end in sheer cliffs and rocky beaches. Winter brings chaotic waters but gives way to a spring replete with waves.

These waves draw the desirous eyes of only the most adventurous.

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Toto, we ain’t in Malibu anymore.

The Mendocino County Surfer sees opportunity in the expanse, seeks order in the chaos, and feels calm in the storm.

MendoMoments, is dedicated to showcasing the land, animals, and people that make up Mendocino County. All Mendocino County residents and visitors are invited to participate. Send photographs to matthewplafever@gmail.com including a description of what your photograph depicts, where it was taken, and any other important details.

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Matt LaFever
Matt LaFeverhttps://mendofever.com/
For the past seven years, Matt LaFever has covered the North Coast of California in both print and radio news. A Humboldt State graduate, he has lived in the Emerald Triangle for nearly 20 years. His reporting spans local issues like crime and wildfires. When not writing, Matt is an avid outdoorsman, exploring Northern California’s rugged landscapes. Reach out to him at matthewplafever@gmail.com.

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