Pier to Pier Quest – surfers marathon, 20 miles on the beach – running, climbing, and swimming

Finally, a marathon for me. Called the Pier to Pier Quest, it is a run/swim along the coast from one pier in the south to another in the north, approximately 20 miles. You run on the sand, swim around coves, climb rocks, traverse the harbor, and finish with an ice cream on the pier. The …

We were promised jetpacks! (they’re here)

We were promised jetpacks! Well, they exist. I flew one last weekend, and it was awesome. Video of my flight with Jetlev Southwest is below. – Danny Sullivan     For Father’s Day 2012, my family got me a 30 minute flight with Jetlev Southwest. Best present ever. I got the hang of it fairly …

International Surfing Day Events in Orange County

International Surfing Day is tomorrow, Wednesday June 20, and I hope you can get in the water. If not, don’t worry because most of the events are this weekend. Still, for Wednesday, Surfrider has lined up an all-day web-a-thon, an Instagram photo contest, and a few specials for membership. One of them is for a …

Volunteer Events: Restoration and education at the Newport Back Bay (via the ROOTS program)

If you live in Orange County, here is a great volunteer event for you. ROOTS, restoration events, one Saturday each month 9-12pm: Volunteers help remove invasives species and plant natives in order to provide habitat for wildlife. Training, tools, refreshments, camaraderie and beautiful scenery are provided. All ages welcome! Bring a water bottle, sturdy shoes, …

Grand Opening – Island Cinema at Fashion Island in Newport Beach

**Grand Opening Event on Dec 13 at 7pm, screening of Young Adult with a follow-up celebration at True Food Kitchen** I’m super excited about a new theater opening right-close by at Fashion Island. Check out the design/architecture: Astonishing projection and sound to stimulate your senses. Premium leather seats with extra leg room, and screening rooms …

My dream home

Once in a lifetime comes the opportunity to own a property this magnificent. Tucked away at the end of Ocean Blvd. in charming Corona del Mar, lies a luxurious residence beyond compare. From the street, the home is all but hidden offering complete privacy. Yet from the water one sees a spectacular retreat nestled along …