Surfing the Gnar Gnar

Less things, pack light, learn more, live simple.
Landed in the Outerbanks, NC this weekend.  Been wanting to get my surf on for some time now.  With some research, I decided to go with the Farmdog School (2500 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head) to take my surf lessons.  Conveniently located by the shore, I met up with Robert (instructor) Saturday to take on the ocean. Very warm and inviting atmosphere. I very much enjoy being taught by those who love to teach and Robert very much wanted me to succeed! I don't know who was more excited when I caught a wave, Robert or myself!


Derek
Robert
Next day, Derek, another instructor boarded along side me.  He taught me to wax my board, see waves coming in, sit on the board to turn to catch the wave, and to learn how to catch more waves. Definitely took a couple of nose dives but was able to catch two waves and go down the line. I must say though...surfing tires you but I loved it!!

Thanks for the bagel and coffee Farmdog!


Other highlights
  • Front Porch Cafe in Nagshead (2515 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959) (great study spot!)!
  • Food Dudes Kitchen (1216 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948) - amazing mahi wrap!
  • Kite surf / Wind surf watching at the bay (thanks for hosting me Felix!)
  • Catching the sunset and sunrise!
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