Surfrider is a community of everyday people who passionately protect our playground - the ocean, waves, and beaches that provide us so much enjoyment.
Meet usSurfrider is a community of everyday people who passionately protect our playground - the ocean, waves, and beaches that provide us so much enjoyment.
Meet usPhotos: Marcus Paladino
We ensure clean water, healthy ocean and coastlines and accessible beaches for all to enjoy by finding lasting solutions to the threats our ocean faces.
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Beach Clean| Posted 05.16.19
Earth Day Clean up of the Tofino MUP
Beach Clean| Posted 01.01.19
Polar Bear Swim Clean 2019
Campaigns define us as an organization. It’s how we protect our special coastal places, ensure our ocean is healthy and wild, keep pollution out of the water and make sure every beach is clean and accessible for all to enjoy.
View All CampaignsThe majority of cigarette waste that Surfrider collects from beaches is the result of improper disposal. A study from San Diego State University suggests one smoked cigarette butt in a single litre of water is sufficient to kill both marine and freshwater fish.
