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Surfrider Foundation
South Orange County Chapter

www.surfrider.org/southorangecounty

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.

Contact:
Doug Reece
Surfrider Foundation, South Orange County Chapter
34145 Pacific Coast Hwy, #619
Dana Point, CA 92629-2808
Phone: (949) 206-2523
southoc@surfrider.org

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Orange

Activities:
Research, Education, Advocacy, Conservation, Water Monitoring, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Beaches, Coastal Access, Coastal Processes, Marine Debris, Sand Dune Habitats, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries, Rocky Intertidal, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Watersheds/Hydrology

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Multimedia, Website

Education Programs:
Respect the Beach program, including “Beachology” and “Watershed Works” modules/booklets, “20 Ways” brochure, “Sea to Summit” video and “Keepers of the Coast” video.
For information, visit www.surfrider.org/whatwedo3a.asp and www.surfrider.org/whatwedo4.asp.

Target Audiences:
Grades 4-12, Adults, Teachers, Non-Formal Educators, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

Other Languages:
“20 Ways” brochure is available in Spanish

In-Service Training:
Teachers, Students/Interns, General Public:
15 minute to 1 hour presentations on various aspects of our Respect the Beach program, Blue Water Task Force water testing program or our Beachscape beach mapping program

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Beach cleanups; volunteer water testing; Respect the Beach educational presentations; Beachscape beach mapping; letter writing campaigns; petition drives; speaking at public meetings
  When Needed:
Continuous
  Commitment Required:
Varies
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
socsurfrider@yahoo.com


Videos:
For purchase
•  Sea to Summit ($16)
•  Keepers of the Coast ($24.95)

Slideshows:
For use on-site
General overview of Surfrider Foundation; special (custom) presentations on topics like beach water quality, marine life protection act and coastal armoring




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