Surfing Do's and Dont's

• Don't use Alcohol
• Do Be aware of your surroundings and other surfers
• Do Stay in your comfort zone, don't get in over your head
• Do Hold or Throw - Know when to throw your board and when to hold on to it. If you are going to wipe out then throw the board.
• Don't steal someone else's wave...that isn't cool. The surfer who is closest to the breaking wave has priority.
• Don't forget your sunblock!
• Do have fun!
• Do bring a surf buddy.
• Do follow the rules of the beach your on
• Do practice and improve your surfing skills
• Don't panic if you get caught in a RIP. 
• Do make sure you are physically able and fit enough to surf.
• Don't drag your board in the sand...it is bad for the board!
• Do stretch before getting in the water
• Do stretch after leaving the water
• Do study the waves before you paddle out
• Do know if the tide is coming in or going out...especially if you are parked on the beach!
• Do stay updrift of your board so it won't hit you if you loose control.
• Do paddle for valleys around waves if possible
• Don't forget to sand your fins if they are sharp or suffer a nasty scar
• Do use Rash Guards to avoid sun and rash
• Don't forget your drinking water
• Don't forget your lip balm with SPF
• Do use Sun Cure for minor board dings
• Do learn about Jellyfish Safety when surfing in Jellyfish waters