Why aren't there more African-American surfers? White Wash explores the complexity of race in America through the eyes of the ocean via the history of African Americans and water culture from slavery, civil rights wade-ins to surfing in contemporary times at sites in Santa Monica and Southern California.
Two celebrated writers deeply influenced by the riparian and other landscapes of the American West will read from their work and explore how storytelling – in the tradition of Thoreau and Emerson – can give voice to natural resources.
Every summer, Kids Ocean Day brings thousands of Los Angeles area elementary school students to Dockweiler Beach for a beach clean-up and aerial art event. The Kids Ocean Day Dockweiler Beach clean-up, organized by the Malibu Foundation, nets approximately two tons of trash every year. After they clean the beach, the students participate in an aerial art piece and a photo is broadcast to media outlets. It’s the children’s chance to take a stand in the sand and send a powerful environmental message to the world.
This class introduces students to the basics of paddling a kayak in a mild setting and at a relaxed pace. Students will learn about kayaks, paddles, gear and clothing before learning to launch and being introduced to the basic paddle strokes. This class is a great way for those considering kayaking to try it out. After the class the group will take a 2 to 3 hour paddle tour of the area to practice skills and enjoy the scenery. A special guest from Heal the Bay will be on hand to discuss local waterways and the ocean ecosystem during the tour.
Join Heal the Bay's Coastal Resources Director, Sarah Sikich at the G2 Gallery's first ever Young Environmentalist's Symposium.
The event brings together six emerging conservationists to discuss a diverse range of topics and is intended to inspire people interested in making the world a better place by showing the diversity and scope of possible projects.
