Over the last decade, the Mentawai Islands have become a premier surfing destination. The tiny island chain now hosts almost 60 surf charter boat operations and 3 land-based resorts. As the number of surfers seeking out these world-class waves grows, so do the impacts on the marine ecology. In order to reach each surf spot, surfers must travel by boats which anchor on live coral. This can cause incredible damage to the coral reefs, which not only create perfect waves but also make up important marine habitat and sustain the Mentawaian people.

Acclaimed surfer, Rochelle Ballard’s introductory yoga DVD – Surf into Yoga – will be in stores June 1, 2009.

Make sure you get to the Sacred Craft Consumer Surfboard Expo, this weekend, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds!

Welcome to Swell Life! We aim to bring together surfers who make responsible choices and live a healthy and sustainable lifestyle; to highlight the people making a difference in the surf industry and community; and to showcase the natural products, recipes, remedies, and exercises that will keep your body, mind, and soul strong.