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Gift Giving Idea: Surf Prints or Photo Shoot

Michael Allen of Shibui Wave Photography, the photographer for the feature film A Long Road to Tao (coming 2024), offers fine art surf photography for sale. He also specializes in action water shoots and portraits. His background as a surf instructor and NOLS Wilderness First Responder ensures safety and excellence in every shoot. Gift certificates available.

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Mr. Allen has been shooting surf photography since he was in his early teens, shooting both 35mm film stills and Super-8 film reels to splice together. He has been in the ocean every week for the last 40 years either surfing, or shooting photos of the waves. He has a deep understanding of the constantly changing environment of the ocean: swells, tides, wind direction, particulates, and sunlight.

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🎁 Perfect for the Water Lover in Your Life! 🌊⁠
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Surprise your loved ones with a Kayak Connection gift certificate — perfect for exploring Elkhorn Slough or the breathtaking waters of Monterey Bay! From classes and rentals to guided tours, this gift opens the door to unforgettable adventures. 🚣‍♀️🐋⁠
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Looking for the perfect gift for the surfer in your life? 🌊🏄‍♂️

Moved By Bikes Surfboard Racks are the ultimate solution for easy, eco-friendly transportation to the waves. These sturdy and adjustable racks let surfers hit the road without the hassle of a car. Durable, sleek, and perfect for adventurers who value both style and sustainability.

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Explore redwoods like never before with Mount Hermon Adventures canopy tour. Complete with a ropes course, zip line and countless challenges for every level 🌲 this interactive tour lets you experience all that the Santa Cruz mountains have to offer ⛰️🌅

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When the journey becomes home, where do you sleep? 🛻 ⁠
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Click the link in our bio to learn about sleeping setups for vehicle-based expeditions. What is your favorite way to sleep when adventure camping? ⁠
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🌊 Reclaiming the Klamath River 🌊

After a century of dams blocking the Klamath River, tribal teens are training to kayak 250+ miles from source to sea in June 2025, reconnecting with their heritage and revitalizing Indigenous stewardship.

As they navigate this powerful watershed, they’re not just paddling — they’re reclaiming tradition and honoring their ancestors.

⬆️ Click the link 🔗 in our bio to learn more about @riostorivers and the incredible work Paddle Tribal Waters is doing to support their journey. 🧡

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Our writer’s (@ellasuring) adventure van is finished and she’s giving us a tour of the setup! 🚐

For more specs on the build you can see the full rundown on our website.

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➡️ From our past issue — Sustainable Surf 🌊🏄‍♂️

Discover how @sustainsurf is driving positive change through innovative programs that protect our oceans. From eco-friendly surfboards to regenerative seaweed farms, they’re leading the charge for a greener future. 🌱♻️

Photos by @zorro_del_mar, @mikeborchard, @ocean_gardener, @talisalanoe and courtesy of @sustainsurf 📸🙏

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✨Have you picked up our Fall Issue yet? ✨

🆓 We believe in the healing power of nature, and thanks to our partners, this issue is packed with outdoor inspiration — available for free!

📔 Our cover story explores the rich history of the south face of Yosemite’s Half Dome. This iconic wall has shaped climbing history with dramatic accidents, daring rescues, and legendary climbs by figures like Warren Harding, Galen Rowell, Steve Bosque, Mike Corbett, and John Middendorf.

📸 Cover photo of Tobias Wolf and Oliver Schmidt celebrating with a high five after the first free ascent of Karma on the south face of Half Dome. Photo by Tobias Wolf via time-lapse.

🧗 Also in this issue, Doug Robinson, known as the “Father of Clean Climbing,” returns with part two of his clean climbing manifesto. His revolutionary ideas, first introduced in the 1972 Chouinard catalog, challenge climbers to reflect on their impact on nature.

📜Building on this theme of responsible climbing, we also highlight the Yosemite Climbing Associations Climber’s Credo, a grassroots agreement developed to address the proposed nationwide fixed anchor prohibition in Wilderness areas. This initiative promotes ethical climbing practices and aims to influence future regulations to preserve access.

🌲 Other stories include the Inyo Mountain Wilderness, solo bikepacking in the Lost Sierra, the indigenous-led effort to restore and paddle the Klamath River, climbing Mexico’s volcanoes, and the return of great white sharks along California’s coast.

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From preservation to expansion, @truckeedirtunion is all about protecting what we love. Explore their mission to safeguard Truckee’s outdoor legacy. 🏞️

👉”With any successful community-driven movement, being in the right place at the right time with the right message is everything. In the case of Truckee, California-based Truckee Dirt Union (TDU), all of those elements and more have lined up since its founding in 2020. A 501c3 non-profit focused on creating positive outcomes for mountain biking through collaboration and good times, TDU is an example of how a community can engage and help shape a vision for its own future.”

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We caught up with Allyson Gunsallus to talk about her project Hand Holds — an interview series to help climbers understand the transition to parenting and parenthood. 🧗‍♂️

Though the series uses climbing as a lens, it is meant to be useful for all athletes and people transitioning into their new role as a parent. 🧑‍🧒

Click the link 🔗 in our bio to watch the full interview with @yosguns. 🎬 ...

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Michael Allen Surf and Portrait Photography

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