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The Amazing Surf Board Fences of Hawaii

Surfing related artwork:  https://edward-fielding.pixels.com/art/surf

Where do old surf boards go to die?  On the tropical islands of Hawaii, colorful old surf boards often end up at the landfill but some enterprising landowners have chosen a different approach.

They line up the well used and abuse old boards along the edge of their property and create a unique and very Hawaiian style of fence – the surf board fence.

Relying on donated boards and those that simply wash up on the shore, these fences project the surfer code of respect for the environment.

Surfrider Foundation’s – The Surfer’s Code

  • Respect the beach, ocean and others
  • The surfer closest to the peak has the right of way
  • First to his or her feet has priority
  • Stay out of the way of riders on waves
  • If in doubt, don’t paddle out
  • Be aware of currents, jetties and other surfers
  • Hold on to your board
  • Clean up after yourself and others less thoughtful
  • Always aid another surfer in trouble
  • Share the water, your knowledge and your stoke
  • Give Respect To Gain Respect