Mulligan's Skim Jam - The World's Largest 1 day Pro/Am Skim Contest

The 9th Annual Mulligan's Skim Jam competition happened today at Mulligan's Beach House in Vero Beach, Florida. The event was hosted by Shore lb. [shore pound - def: surfer slang used to describe how waves crash directly on the beach] out of Ft. Pierce, Florida. Unfortunately, I was only able to stay for warm ups but it was a great way to kick off the first day of the long Labor Day weekend.

Congratulations to the winners:

Pro division Winners

  1. Zach Carter

  2. Ryan McFarland

  3. Troy Rhoten

  4. Derek Shenton

I'm Turning Pro Tommrow

  1. CJ Lugo

  2. Nicholas Seire

  3. Brandon Rollan

  4. Ryan Mietz

I'm Better Division

  1. Tyler Ferris

  2. Jake Grigas

  3. Jacob Carter

  4. Perry Cohen

I'm Good Division

  1. Shane Antalick

  2. Ryan Hooker

  3. Kolby Taylor

  4. Corey Kiltz

I Suck Division

  1. Nathan Carter

  2. Code Katz

  3. Sterling Myers

  4. Eli Barin

The First year Ever - The Shore lb. Triple Crown Winners

  • Pro Tomorrow: CJ Lugo

  • I'm Better: Tyler Ferris

  • I'm Good: Corey Kiltz

  • I Suck: Nathan Carter

Next up is the 4th Annual Regular Joe Surf Festival in Sebastian, Florida on September 17-18. Then, the Atlantic Surfing Championships - October 8-11 also at Sebastian Inlet State Park, Sebastian, Florida.

Below is the full Florida - Atlantic Surfing Federation schedule:

  • September 10-11, 2016 (Paradise Park / Melbourne Beach)

  • CHAMPIONSHIPS October 7-9, 2016 (Sebastian Inlet)

  • November 12-13, 2016 (Spessard Holland / Melbourne Beach)

  • December 3-4, 2016 (Paradise Park / Melbourne Beach)

  • January 14-15, 2017 (Fort Pierce / Fort Pierce Inlet)

  • February 11-12, 2017 (Spessard Holland / Melbourne Beach)

  • March 11-12, 2017 (Paradise Park / Melbourne Beach)

  • April 15-16, 2017 (Ponce Inlet)

  • May 6-7, 2017 (Sebastian Inlet)

Large Panorama's Installed at Yahoo Inc. Playa Vista, California Office

A couple of months ago I was contacted by Yahoo Incorporated out of Los Angeles, California. They were interested in a few of my images for their Playa Vista, California office.

Today, I received word that the install is complete along with a couple of snapshots to share. Both are panorama photographs; one is located in the cafe and the other in the hallway. Top image is Port of Los Angeles and bottom photo is of Catalina Island.

Was hoping to visit the Yahoo Los Angeles office during my scheduled trip to California in September. Unfortunately, that trip has been postponed, but I hope to see them in person very soon. Big thank you to Yahoo Inc.

New Blues Revolution CD Released

The latest release by Long Beach, California based blues band, New Blues Revolution, "To Hellendale and Back" hit the streets last week prior to their performance on the NAMM kickoff party stage. NAMM is the largest music convention in the world.

It's a privilege that my image was selected for the cover of the new CD. I shot the image during their set at The Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California. To learn more about the band or pick up the new CD go to www.newbluesrevolution.com and connect with them on Facebook.

Coming soon... Music and Sounds Page.

Last post of the year - Happy New Year 2016

As my first complete year living in Vero Beach, Florida comes to an end, I thought I'd take a minute to reflect on 2015.

A friend of mine posted on Facebook today that her new years resolution was to quit posting about how great it is where she lives. (She lives Here in Vero Beach). That got me thinking and I need to do just the opposite.

For the past year I've done nothing but miss the weather, my friends and all that is California to me. As much as I miss California (Did I mention that?), I'm very lucky to live where I do. I'm close to the beach, have a great job and am finally starting to develop some relationships. I'm going to do all I can to post more images of the beauty, community, and what makes Vero Beach, The Treasure Coast and Florida a great place.

Below is a little something I read that really hit home and thought I'd share. I am truly so grateful and lucky to be where I'm at in my life. Wishing you and yours a Happy New Year!

“As the year comes to a close. I take time for reflection. The new year is traditionally a time to release old thoughts and beliefs, launch new projects, and change old patterns.

I ask myself: What troubles from the past am I ready to release? What hurts am I ready to forgive? What experiences and relationships do I want to manifest in the new year?

I become still and turn within, opening my heart and mind to answers from the spirit of God within me. I prayerfully consider which steps are mine to take and remember to be patient with myself as I bravely try something new. Change happens one step at at time.

I am guided to an amazing new year.”

Happy New Year 2016 - Logan, Julia and Scott

Atlantic Surfing Championships 2015 - Sebastian, Florida

Hi all,

Dropped in at the Atlantic Surfing Championships this weekend at the Sebastian Inlet. The contest is in it's fourth year, my second in attendance. Wish I had the entire weekend to check it out, but there's always next year. None the less, I had an awesome time.

Thanks to the Atlantic Surfing Federation and Sun Bum for their hospitality. See you in the coming months. :)

Final results - Atlantic Surfing Championships 2015

Boys and Girls U-10

  1. Kepa Mendia
  2. Sterling Makiah
  3. Morgan Weaver
  4. Tanner Coibitt

U-12 Boys

  1. William Hedleston
  2. Robbie Goodwin
  3. Ryan Huckabee
  4. Sterling Makiah

U-14 Boys

  1. Ryan Huckabee
  2. Robbie Goodwin
  3. William Heddleston
  4. Christian Daniels

U-16 Boys

  1. Chase Elmore
  2. Chase Modelski
  3. Blake Speir
  4. Christian Money

U-18 Boys

  1. Chauncey Robinson
  2. Blake Speir
  3. Chase Modelski
  4. Noah Dovin

U-12 Girls

  1. Zoe Benedetto
  2. Sydney Corbitt
  3. Alaine Heater
  4. Bree Labiak

U-14 Girls

  1. Racheal Presti
  2. Hannah Blevins
  3. Coral Schuster
  4. Isabella Perlmutter

U-16 Girls

  1. Racheal Presti
  2. Storm Portman
  3. Hannah Blevins
  4. Nicole Fulford

U-18 Girls

  1. Emory Mclary
  2. Storm Portman
  3. Racheal Presti
  4. Avery Aydelotte

Men

  1. Brandon DeFilipo
  2. Wiley Robinson
  3. Andrew Slaughter
  4. Mike Wovel

Masters Men

  1. Travis Asay
  2. Mike Rosa
  3. Bobby Neeb
  4. Mike Young

Sr. Men

  1. Randy Nolan
  2. Brad Bailey
  3. Brian Simpson
  4. David Roll

Legends

  1. Scott Bailey
  2. Wilton Jordan
  3. Thomas Cook

Women

  1. Salome Aberser
  2. Vivian Jordan
  3. Stacey Coon
  4. Terry Green

Ladies

  1. Lauren Mclean
  2. Terry Green
  3. Vivian Jordan

Boys U-14 Longboard

  1. Kenny Saundry
  2. Gavin Silver
  3. Tristen Finley
  4. Stryder Spencer

Men’s Longboard

  1. Adam Dills
  2. Tony Dillard
  3. Kristan Floyd

Senior Longboard

  1. Brad Bailey
  2. Thomas Cook
  3. Wilton Jordan
  4. Chad Mullins

Women’s Longboard

  1. Leldon McClary
  2. Sieren Williams

Girls Longboard

  1. Emory McClary
  2. Bree Labiak
  3. Isabella Perlmetter
  4. Camden Hoover

East Coast Legends

  1. David Speir
  2. Paul Reinecke
  3. Todd Holland
  4. Barry Pasonski

Open Men

  1. Chauncey Robinson
  2. Chase Elmore
  3. Blake Elmore
  4. Mike Rosa

Full Atlantic Surfing Federation Florida Schedule -

  • November 21 & 22 (Melbourne Beach)
  • December 5 & 6 (Satellite Beach)
  • December 19 &20 (Jensen Beach)
  • January 9 & 10 (Jupiter)
  • January 23 & 24 (Ft. Pierce)
  • February 6 & 7 (Sebastian Inlet)
  • February 20 & 21 (St. Augustine)
  • March 5 & 6 (Jacksonville)
  • April 16 & 17 (Cocoa Beach)
  • May 7 & 8 (Flagler Beach)