Happy Birthday David
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One of my favorite people in the world turned 40 today. Feliz Cumpelaños David Ramirez! Wish we could hang out every day.
One of my favorite people in the world turned 40 today. Feliz Cumpelaños David Ramirez! Wish we could hang out every day.
Save The Waves is officially launching a campaign to protect Punta Conejo, a renowned surf break along the coastline of Southern Oaxaca, threatened by the construction of a new industrial port project.
TAKE ACTION NOW! SIGN THE PETITION.
The Issue: The Mexican Federal Government announced the “Development Plan for the Isthmus of Tehuantepec”, which includes the development of a new industrial port in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca.
En diciembre del 2018 el Gobierno Federal anunció El Plan de Desarrollo del Istmo de Tehuantepec, el cual contempla la construcción del muelle de usos múltiples y el proyecto del nuevo puerto industrial en Salina Cruz, Oaxaca. En general, se reconoce la importancia de una nueva zona portuaria para México, pero se pide al Gobierno Federal no autorizar la construcción del nuevo puerto industrial en esta zona y explorar otras alternativas que causen menor daño al ecosistema y las economías que dependen de él.
El desarrollo del nuevo puerto industrial en el área propuesta, acabará con importantes ecosistemas tales como playa Brasil, playa Azul, la laguna de Salinas del Marqués y la zona de surf conocida como Punta Conejo.
Aunque el presidente de México ha explicado en diversas ocasiones que este y otros proyectos del sexenio se realizarán con respeto a la historia, cultura, tradiciones de las comunidades y al medio ambiente, el proyecto en esa zona implica dragar y destruir los humedales costeros con un impacto directo en la flora y fauna de la zona, la zona de rompientes para el surf, y la economía de la comunidad local. Salinas del Marqués, playa Azul y playa Brasil y sus alrededores no sólo son el hábitat de especies en peligro de extinción tales como la tortuga laúd y la tortuga olivácea o golfina, también son la principal fuente económica para los pescadores locales (pesca de camarón con técnicas tradicionales y extracción de sal). Con la construcción del nuevo puerto, este humedal sería destruido.
Asimismo, Punta Conejo es una zona de surf reconocida a nivel internacional. Es una zona con un alto valor geológico y cultural para el ecoturismo y la práctica del surf, y el desarrollo del nuevo puerto tendrá un impacto directo en la zona de la rompiente.
Por medio de esta petición se pide al Gobierno Federal no aprobar la construcción del nuevo puerto industrial en esta zona y explorar otras alternativas que no causen impacto al ecosistema y las economías que dependen del él.
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In December 2018 the Federal Government announced a development plan for the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, which considers the construction of a breakwater and a new industrial port in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca Mexico. This project as planned could potentially destroy the iconic wave and surrounding habitat of Punta Conejo.
Save the Waves Coalition and our partners recognize the importance of ports for commerce in Mexico, but are imploring the Federal Government not to authorize the construction of a port at this location, which would cause irreversible damage to the wave and ecosystem. We ask that the government explore alternatives that would not result in the destruction of this ecosystem and the economies that depend on it.
The proposed project will impact various natural areas including Playa Brazil, Playa Azul, Salinas del Marques Lagoon, and the surfing area known as Punta Conejo.
Although the President of Mexico has explained on several occasions that every project during his tenure would respect the history, culture and traditions of local communities and the environment, this project would destroy the wetlands and surrounding habitats with a direct impact to wildlife, the wave, and the local economy. Salinas del Marques, Playa Azul, and Playa Brazil are habitat for vulnerable species including the olive ridley and leatherback sea turtles and the local community depends on this ecosystem for fishing and salt production. With the construction of a new port in this area, the wetland would be destroyed.
Punta Conejo is an internationally recognized wave of excellent quality. It is the driver of tourism in the area with surfers coming from around the world to surf the point break. The development of a new port would have a direct impact on the quality of this public resource.
This petition asks the Federal Government to not approve the construction of a new industrial port in the area of Punta Conejo and explore alternatives that do not destroy the ecosystems and economies that depend on a healthy Punta Conejo.
4-6 foot out front, glassy with 4 guys on it. Let’s go…
Earl over at Asu Camp reports that the Indian Ocean has been pumping. Glassy days filled with solid swell have the crew surfing out front at Asu, as well other secret locations.
Looking for a summer trip? Asu might be the perfect spot for you.
June 10th -18th – 2 people
July 23rd -Aug 2nd – 4 people
August 2nd – 12th – 6 people
Sep 27th – October 15th – 4 people
Oct 15th – October 31st – 6 people
Interested?
Get in touch with Josh and lets make it happen.
Josh Mulcoy
josh@mulcoytravel.com
831-588-1306
Another post via Earl at Asu Camp.
“Woke up to a new swell, 2 feet at 16 seconds. Wind stayed down all day while I surfed with one other guy for the morning session and alone in the evening. 3 to 4 feet and perfect.”
Who want’s to go this spring?
Earl over at Asu Camp reports that the Indian Ocean is alive and “swell”… He has already had solo sessions in overhead waves out front. Glassy, warm, February conditions with no one around and waves all day.
Looking for an escape from Spring winds and upwelling this March?
We are offering the March Madness Mulcoy Travel Special right now through the month of March. Book now and get 7 nights for $1000 (US Dollars) and 10 nights for $1200.00 (US Dollars)
Interested?
Get in touch with Josh and lets make it happen.
Josh Mulcoy
josh@mulcoytravel.com
831-588-1306
Las Palmeras surf season is just around the corner. Winds are even good next week. Fingers crossed for a South Pacific filled March!
Photo: Mark Mcinnis
Earl just sent us these images from his first session of the year at Asu Camp. No one out, glassy, overhead lefts pumping down the point. Want a spring time escape? Asu might be the spot to go to. Let us know if you are interested. We are offering some great deals right now to get you over to Asu.
Josh Mulcoy getting tubed somewhere in Salina Cruz last year. You ready for 2019? We are… Come on down to Las Palmeras Surf Camp and get some good ones. Photo Mark Mcinnis
Then Salina Cruz, Oaxaca should be on your radar.
Pricing goes back to regular rates starting the 1st of February. Book now and get 10% off your package for all trips in 2019. Las Palmeras Surf Camp opens March First, 2019. (Earlier if there is swell!) Let’s go!
Come down and surf our sand bottom points here at Las Palmeras Surf Camp with your friends.
Please contact Josh Mulcoy for all the information you will need.
831-588-1306
josh@mulcoytravel.com
Check out boardless surf travel with AWAYCO. Awayco has over 50 boards stashed at Las Palmeras Surf Camp, with affordable options for insane equipment.
All photos and video stills via Patrick Trefz
Early season magic from 2018