Save The Waves

Save The Waves

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"Our work to protect surf ecosystems is about much more than the wave. It preserves coastal habitats, provides refuge for endemic species, and safeguards local communities who depend on the surfing economy for their livelihoods. Our growing coalition of local-to-global partners is forging a more resilient future against climate change - and we're catching waves and spreading stoke while we make a difference."

Nik Strong-Cvetich, CEO

Nik Strong-Cvetich, CEO

About Save The Waves

Save The Waves works to protect surf ecosystems and their surrounding coastlines and is a leading force in marine conservation and sustainable coastal development in California and around the world. Through innovative programs, Save The Waves not only safeguards these unique environments but also inspires and empowers the next generation of ocean stewards. The organization is spearheading a statewide coalition to create a network of Surfing Protected Areas across California, advancing both environmental protection and the state’s 30x30 conservation goals.

>> Learn more: Save The Waves Website | Instagram

About Save The Waves

Save The Waves works to protect surf ecosystems and their surrounding coastlines and is a leading force in marine conservation and sustainable coastal development in California and around the world. Through innovative programs, Save The Waves not only safeguards these unique environments but also inspires and empowers the next generation of ocean stewards. The organization is spearheading a statewide coalition to create a network of Surfing Protected Areas across California, advancing both environmental protection and the state’s 30x30 conservation goals.

>> Learn more: Save The Waves Website | Instagram

Rivian Foundation's grant

Rivian Foundation's support is helping Save The Waves to expand outreach and engagement efforts, such as the relaunch of the Save The Waves Film Festival and efforts to improve inclusion of stakeholders in the policy development process for the legal protection of surf areas. It is also helping the organization to develop tools for staff, coalition partners, and local advocates, including a conservation index of California surf breaks. 

Photo By: Save The Waves
Photo By: Save The Waves
Photo By: Save The Waves
Photo By: Ryan Chachi Craig
Photo By: Ryan Chachi Craig
Photo By: Ryan Chachi Craig