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Everything You Need to Know About New York Shark Attacks in 2025
The state of New York is undoubtedly an underrated surf spot for the Northeastern United States. There are hidden destinations all along...
Meghan Gallary
Jul 25, 2024


Maine Shark Attacks in 2025: Everything You Need to Know
I’m a proud Maine surfer. I can’t imagining paddling out in anything less than 5 millimeters of neoprene. I often spot lobster boats...
Taira Blakely
Apr 15, 2024


New Zealand Shark Attacks: What to Know for 2025
Perched atop the esplanade overlooking St. Clair Beach, one of New Zealand’s premier surf destinations , you might notice a tall post...
Taira Blakely
Mar 17, 2024


Everything You Need to Know About Cape Cod Shark Attacks in 2025
Shark populations along the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts have seemingly skyrocketed in the past 20 years. What used to be an idyllic...
Meghan Gallary
Mar 2, 2024


Shark Attacks in Hawaii in 2025: Everything You Need to Know
Sharks are beautiful and often misunderstood creatures. They hold significant religious and spiritual importance in many Native Islander...
Lorenzo Ceresoli
Feb 9, 2024


How to Spot a Rip Current in the Ocean
According to the United States Lifesaving Association, 80% of lifeguard rescues are from individuals being stuck in rip currents and...
Olivia Roberts
Jan 7, 2024


The Best Jet Ski Rescue Sleds Today
As surfers become more daring and test out more of the world's largest waves, lifeguards and water safety professionals have had to...
Olivia Roberts
Nov 26, 2023

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8 Ways to Use a Kershaw Knife In or Near the Ocean [Waterman's Guide]
As a surfer, boater, fisherman, or waterman, we're looking for tools that can use to help us enjoy our time in or on the water. After...
Mark Sawyer-Chu
Jul 4, 2023

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CPR: What Surfers Need To Know [Water Safety Guide]
According to the American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation otherwise known as CPR is a “emergency lifesaving procedure...
Cash Lambert
Feb 28, 2023


How to Become a Lifeguard
For the surfer, lifeguarding might be a dream job. You get to work on your tan, wear eye popping red shorts, be at the beach — and save...
Steve Anderson
Feb 25, 2023


How IronSkinn Protects Surfers from Deadly Shark Bites
A shark attack is every surfer's biggest fear. From the "shark bite capital of the world" in Florida, to Great White shark attacks in...
Cash Lambert
Feb 1, 2023


What To Do If You Get a Sea Urchin in Your Foot
One of the many dangers of surfing is the wildlife, and one of those wildlife being the spiny shellfish: sea urchins. Sea urchins or wana...
Steve Anderson
Jan 31, 2023


The Complete Guide to Beach Flags for Surfers and Beachgoers
You've probably seen a beach flag before — but do you know what it means? Beach flags were created with the intention of keeping you and...
Olivia Roberts
Dec 1, 2022


Preventing Surfer's Shoulder
Surfing is a thrilling and physically demanding sport that engages various muscle groups, including the shoulders. Surfer's shoulder, a...
ASM Staff
Aug 2, 2022


Best Lifeguard Movies
"Baywatch" (2017) This action-comedy film is a modern adaptation of the popular TV series "Baywatch." It follows a team of lifeguards led...
ASM Staff
May 31, 2022


The Best Inflatable Vests for Big-Wave Surfing
Surfing big waves is an exhilarating and challenging pursuit that demands not only skill and courage but also safety precautions. As...
ASM Staff
May 31, 2022
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