Terry Martin Passed Away May 12 a Christian and Legendary Master SurfBoard Shaper

A Southern Orange County, CA Legendary master surfboard shaper passed away May 12, 2012.  He shaped many boards for many surfers for many years. He shaped surfboards for Hobie Surfboards.

The day before he died, May 11,  he signed a Phil Edwards model shaped by Mark Johnson which was made for a Wood to Foam project fundraiser in his honor for May 20 at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point.

His wife Cathy declared that his final hours before he died he sang Psalms 73 and talked with the pastor from Heritage Chrisitan Fellowship church in San Clemente, the church they went to. A friend of mine new this man and said that he never complained even through his painful end and was a good Christian person. She said it seemed like there were about 1,000 people at his service.

Terry Martin was 74, and passed away from Melanoma in his Capistrano Beach home. He had shaped an estimated 80,000 surfboards. His last boards were 2 for Rachel Tilly (Capo Beach surfer) and two others that a couple of his friends helped put final touches to.

Listen to Psalms 73 KJV


More about Terry Martin in the San Clemente Times

Free Fun San Clemente California Residents October 2010 at Ocean Institute

The Ocean Institute is having a free open house for residents of
San Clemente the next three weekends, Oct. 2-3, Oct. 9-10 and Oct.
16-17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Good deal Ocean Institute, pass this on to your neighbors.

Proof of residency is required, driver's license/utility bill.

www.ocean-institute.org or call 949-496-2274

http://www.ocregister.com/news/-268559--.html

Pod of Killer Whales Kill Seal Lion off Dana Point Harbor Coast OC California

 
Article: http://www.ktla.com/news/landing/ktla-orcas-dana-point,0,4262348.story
June 2, 2010 (Captain Dave Anderson) Dana Wharf Whale Watching video
http://www.danawharf.com/
Want more info on Whales in Dana Point, CA? Search Whales in blogger search above.

Updated: 2 Year Old? Gray Whale Lilly has Died 100-150 Pounds Net Removed Dana Point Harbor California May 12-14, 2010

She was entangled by 100-150 pounds of net.

What a beautiful site to have witnessed. My family and I were praying for the poor whale, who they are now calling a she- "Free Lilly". She is now believed to be out to sea again after almost 3 days in the Dana Point Harbor in Southern Orange County California. Go Lilly!

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5-13-2010

Day 4. Oh no... he or she returned again just outside the harbor. I think the poor whale needs some food. They said they can't feed "Lilly"  ;) that they are bottom feeders. Come on!! Drop some food to the bottom floor then! This whale has been left behind and hunger has most likely set in. Please lord, guide the poor whale. Sea World help more please! See the latest news/ videos below.
(Photos to right: 5-11-2010 At Doheny State Beach)

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5-14-2010
Lilly was found dead around 4pm today. People were weary when the did not spot her as they have all week since Monday. Her body was found at Doheny State Beach, in Dana Point adjacent to the harbor. Some believed her to be juvinal age about 2 years, others apparently thought 25 or 60 years old.


Lilly IS Free

A message whale.. what is her message? Maybe once caught in a fishers net and let free, maybe she escaped the nets that entangled her. Lilly, you brought together a lot of people, you showed us how cruel we are to our waters, to those that inhabit it. I hope we humans think more about the trash we throw... landing eventually in rain gutters, our clutter washed down, the litter we stuff in the sand. Thank you for letting us know you. May she swim in the waters of heaven now? I pray she may. Good bye.

Read see the news below for the latest update:
5-14-2010
http://www.ktla.com/news/landing/ktla-dana-point-gray-whale,0,344125.story
Beautiful photo of her:

http://laist.com/2010/05/14/whale_named_free_lily_dies_in_dana.php


5-13-2010
http://www.sdnn.com/sandiego/2010-05-13/ap-stories/gray-whale-nicknamed-lily-is-back-in-dana-point-harbor
Speak out; say No to Euthanasia for Lilly:
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/05/gray-whale-back-in-dana-point-harbor.html
See this photo- Removing the net

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/05/gray-whale-cut-free-from-fishing-net-in-dana-harbor-.html

5-12-2010
http://www.ktla.com/news/landing/ktla-dana-point-gray-whale,0,344125.story

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/05/marine-biologists-attempt-to-detangle-ailing-whale-in-dana-point.html

http://www.ktla.com/videobeta/?watchId=d6853ba7-6f26-41ee-851e-18f66e883432

TIP: 
Dana Point Harbor
Dana Point CA. offers Sports-fishing and Whale Watching: Half priced days Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Calendar/buy tickets: http://www.zerve.com/DanaWharf

Afford a Vacation on a Budget in Orange County, California - Plus Day Trip ideas Disneyland, Beach, Movies, Museum

Think... Day trips as mini vacations! Think locally. With a little googling, binging, or yahooing, coupons and discounts a vacation is possible! As an example, for those that live here in Southern California, Orange County there is a lot to offer... we live in a vacation destination location! I have some day trip ideas. First, here's an idea for a vacation not so away from home, unless of course you aren't in OC. Have you dreamt of an ocean front property? Why not vacation right here in our own backyard? Oceanfront properties can be pretty pricey especially in the Summer months (lasting through September). Yet, if you are close to home, think of the savings: no flights, less gas costs, and no need for a car rental.

I found one oceanfront deal for you in Laguna, CA.:

This oceanfront property in Laguna is for those less accustomed to luxury and more about location. Weekly rates start at $1000 for the studio; Summer rates are $1500. The studio has a large lounging porch right above the sand and big screen TV: Studios De Laguna http://studiosdelaguna.com/

What about Disneyland?

If you want you can book a hotel nearby Disney and park hop for a couple days, or skip the hotel and park hop for the day or more stay home and go back... either way we live close enough that a hotel is not even needed! And guess what? You can find tickets for less! Try Craigslist: Disneyland on Orangecounty.Craigslist.org I haven't tried this personally but you can rent your park hopper tickets for less! Found this: http://cheapvacationforyou.com/ Located near Disneyland in Anaheim, CA.

Try searching for other tickets for concerts, other amusement parks, and other day trip ideas. Local concerts are much cheaper for entertainment. Craigslist, www.pennysaverusa.com for ads and coupons too.

Day trips are the easiest "mini vacations". You can fill your calendar with lots of these: Plan your dining and fun for the day (use coupons), and go home after- you can have lots of "vacations" like this on a tight budget.

Beach Trips:

Park yourself early at a nearby bonfire and barbecue, voila beach vacation!
What you need to plan a beach day/evening: Lots of large throw blankets, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, baby wipes, jackets, sun umbrellas, chairs, towels, a couple coolers, picnic basket, drinks, sandwiches and other goodies (fyi hold the mayo not safe if set out too long), for the barbecuers keep it easy with hot dogs and buns, marshmallows and sticks (real ones or metal for roasting). You can vary this trip for a park trip instead.

Dana Point Harbor Dana Point CA. offers Sports-fishing and Whale Watching: Half priced days Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Calendar/buy tickets: http://www.zerve.com/DanaWharf


There are also lots of freebies out there, search online in your local area for free entertainment.

Here's one idea for you in Newport Beach, CA:
Orange County Museum of Arts: Free admission every second Sunday and children under 12 are free: OCMA.com Rates You can also visit South Coast Plaza nearby for dinner and shopping.

Cheap fun!

$1-$2 Movies! Recently out movies; Dollar hotdogs YAY! Not in California? Look for one near you! http://www.starplexcinemas.com/locations.php
In Orange County, CA- Woodbridge Movies 5, Irvine: 4626 Barranca Parkway, CA 92604 Movie Line 949-733-0980, info 949-733-3795

Make it a Tuesday for Dinner and a Movie!: $1 movies are on Tuesdays and Ruby's diner nearby offers free meals after 4pm for children 12 and under with adult meal purchase also on Tuesdays. In the Woodbridge shopping center there are coffee and bakery shops, a painting class for kids and adult, and a Barnes and Noble bookstore. Nearby a bridge takes you just a walk away to a beautiful lake with swimming ducks. Fun for everyone in the family... even on a budget!

More ideas anyone? Comment and share with your locals. Gotta help each other in this economy.