Happy ISD

Too bad there weren't any decent waves.

Luckily the date is a little rubbery so I'm heading south tomorrow for a celebration splash. Not getting my hopes up though.

International Surfing Day coincides with the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, which means we get it in winter. Its a made up day that is being used to encourage surfers to be more environmentally aware.

If you love the beach and the waves and can spare some cash consider donating to Surfrider Foundation or SurfAid. If you don't have any money to spare then pick up three pieces of rubbish and chuck them in the bin next time you're at the beach.

Work Starts on BP Lookout

Work has started on the lookout at BP. The works will include a structure similar to the one at Whippy's, new paths and beach access.

Already the old fence has been removed, the concrete blocks shifted and the foundation for the path put in.

Thanks should be extended to Councillor Noel Whittle for pushing for the upgrades despite some reluctance from some of the Council. Noel is also the local Surfrider rep.

Hopefully this will lead to further upgrades and a recognition that BP is one of the more popular summer beaches and one of the few surfing spots in Bunbury. Who know - with a bit of a push there might be a shower and some shelter soon.

Well done City of Bunbury.

International Surfing Day Today

The 20th June each year is International Surfing Day but it looks like there won't be much surfing in Bunbury.

ISD is an invention of Surfing magazine in the US along with the Surfrider Foundation. As well as surfing it is a day for doing beach related environmental projects.

Even though it is too rough to surf you can still get in the spirit by doing something "green" for the beach. Have a look at the waves and pick up three pieces of rubbish. Its amazing what that can do for the environment.