AmpSurf NY Memorial 9/11 Paddle Out, Sept.11 @ 9/11 Breezy Point Memorial

On September 11th, AmpSurf will hold its annual 9/11 Paddle Out to honor those who lost their lives that day, those who have passed defending our freedoms both overseas and here at home since then, and those that live-on, carrying the scars of sacrifice.

All are invited to attend on shore or in the water. Those going into the water must bring their own surf gear, including surfboard and wetsuit, and if assistance is required, make arrangements to have your own helpers. You must be able to get in and out of the water for the event on your own. Commemorative AmpSurf 9/11 Paddle out t-shirts will be for sale online and at the event.

Paddle Outs Are Surfing's Most Hallowed and Beautiful Ritual. ... Surfers around the world practice this ritual, known as a memorial paddle out, usually to honor the life of a fallen comrade. Participants enter the water together and float on the surface, hands linked to form a circle. This circle represents the way in which the ocean brings people together.

AmpSurf’s mission is to Promote, Inspire, Educate, and Rehabilitate (PIER™) all people with disabilities and their families through adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities to keep them focused on their abilities, not their disabilities.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

08:00 - 08:30 a.m. – Participants arrive – Meet and greet and suit up

08:30 - 08:45 a.m. – Surf entry and paddle out formation

9:00 a.m. – Paddle out memorial service

10:00 a.m. - Conclusion

Anyone who is unable to attend an AmpSurf Paddle Out but wishes to do their own and/or get a commemorative t-shirt should sign up(only 50 per location), and is encouraged to paddle out at their local break (or any body of water) to mark the moment. Please send all pictures of your gathering to AmpSurf via the [email protected] email address.

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