What is Surfers' Point?

What is Surfers' Point?

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Surfers’ Point: A Case Study in Coastal Management, Ventura California

2012

One might think Surfers' Point is only a surf break.  It is definitely an iconic break, but it is so much more.  In 2012 Ventura Surfrider was given an exhibit space at the Ventura County Fair and we chose to focus on the newly completed managed retreat project at Surfer's Point.  A natural choice since this project is located on the beach right in front of the Ventura County Fair Grounds.  Although there is extensive information on managed retreats and the science of beaches, we couldn't find one concise presentation package that we could display in a static exhibit.  So I created this poster to describe the science behind beach erosion and the history and status of the Surfers' Point Managed Retreat.

 For more info: Surfers' Point.org

Matilija Dam

Matilija Dam Ecosystem Restoration Project

2010

My pet name for this poster when we were working on it was "Dam Solutions".  Anyone familiar with the Matilija Dam deconstruction will understand the humor.  Not an easy thing to deconstruct a dam, even a 60 year old dam that is rapidly deteriorating and non-functional.   

Advocacy to remove Matilija Dam began in the late 1990's, Secretary of the Interior Bruce Babbit visited it in 2000 to kick off a demonstration project and the feasibility plan was completed in 2004.  Years later we struggle with budget cuts and alternative plans.  

This poster was created in 2010 to give us a tool we could use to educate, goose awareness and remind the public this project is still in the works.  Also to educate people unfamiliar with what it means to take down a dam.  

To learn more about the Matilija Dam Project go to the Matilija Coalition website.