Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza

Get ready for a paw-some day at the beach! The Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza is where our four-legged friends catch waves and steal hearts. It's all about fun, sun, and wagging tails as talented pups show off their surfing skills. Whether you're a dog lover or just looking for a good time, this in-person event is the place to be. You, and your pups, will be able to access the Avalon Terrace at the Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, our Top Dog Presenting Sponsor, overlooking the surfing activites. There you can purchase food and beverages, access some shade and hydration for your pups, and browse vendors at our Surfing Village. Bring your friends, enjoy the vibes, and don't forget your sunscreen!

Read on for more information about the day's schedule, how to sign up your dog to compete in the Hang 8 Surfing competition, the Dog Costume Contest, or the Dog Kissing Booth.

OPEN SURF PRACTICE

CHECK OUT THE VENDORS UNTIL 3PM. THEY HAVE OPTION TO REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 6PM

8:45 LARGE DOG SURF CHECK IN/LINE UP

LARGE DOG SURF COMPETITION

9:45 TANDEM DOG SURF CHECK IN/LINE UP

TANDEM DOG SURF COMPETITION

10:45 MEDIUM DOG SURF CHECK IN/LINE UP

MEDIUM DOG SURF COMPETITION

11:45 SMALL DOG SURF CHECK IN/LINE UP

SMALL DOG SURF COMPETITION

OPENS ~ 8 AM, LAST KISS TO BE JUDGED AT 2PM

SURF DOGS TRIBUTE GATHERING

1:30 COSTUME CONTEST CHECK IN/LINE UP

COSTUME CONTEST

RAFFLES CLOSE, RESULTS POSTED AFTER AWARDS PRESENTATIONS

AWARD PRESENTATIONS

AFTER PAWTY ON WAVE TERRACE OF HARD ROCK HOTEL DAYTONA BEACH FEATURING BROTHERS WITHIN AND WHITE FOX LUNA

FOR INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS, GO TO https://daytonadogbeach.org/ OR EMAIL [email protected]

SMALL DOG - UP TP 20 LB

MEDIUM DOG - 21-40 LB

LARGE DOG - 40+ LB

HUMAN/DOG TANDEM

15-20 MINUTE SURF HEATS AS DETERMINED BY THE HEAD SURF OFFICIAL. CATCH AS MANY WAVES AS DESIRED AND THE TOP TWO WAVES EACH COMPETITOR SCORES DURING THE HEAT ARE USED.

• COMPETITOR IS SAFE AT ALL TIMES

OWNER KEEPS COMPETITOR SAFE AT ALL TIMES INCLUDING APPROPRIATE WAVE SIZE SELECTIONS IN RELATION TO COMPETITOR ABILITY

• COMPETITOR IS HAVING FUN

YOUR COMPETITOR HAS RELAXED BODY LANGUAGE, AGREES TO SURF, NOT FORCING

• QUALITY OF WAVE SURFED

SPEED, POWER, FLOW, DISTANCE OF WAVE

• STYLE

SPECIAL ABILITIES DISPLAYED, SPECIAL MANEUVERS, TECHNIQUE

• 1st - 2nd - 3rd - HONORABLE MENTION

BEST WAVE - BEST WIPEOUT - MOST CREATIVE - MOST CHILL - MOST STOKED - WEDNESDAY

DOG LIFE JACKET OR VEST IS REQUIRED TO COMPETE. SOME EXTRA LARGE DOGS WHERE JACKETS ARE IMPRACTICAL AND HAVE EXCEPTIONAL OCEAN SWIMMING ABILITY MAY BE EXEMPTED FROM THIS RULE BY THE HEAD SURF OFFICIAL

NO TETHERING TO BOARD - AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION

BOARD LEASHES FOR RETRIEVAL HOOKED ONLY TO BOARD MAX 6 FT

DOG LEASHES HOOKED ONLY TO LIFE VEST MAXIMUM 6 FT

NO LEASHES HOOKED TO A NECK COLLAR ALLOWED IN THE WATER

NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES OF ANY KIND ALLOWED IN WATER

SMALL DOG - 8 FT SOFT TOP/7 FT GLASS/EPOXY MAX SIZE

MEDIUM DOG - 9 FT MAX SIZE

LARGE DOG - NO SIZE MAX

TANDEM - NO SIZE MAX

Access a copy of the disclosure if you wish to review, sign and bring to registration the morning of the event. It will save you some time. https://daytonadogbeach.org/ Otherwise, you can get a form at the Registraton Tent at the event.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING SPONSORSHIPS, INCLUDING SURFING VILLAGE VENDORS AND/OR RAFFLE DONATIONS, YOU CAN ACCESS THE SPONSORSHIP PACKET AT: https://daytonadogbeach.org/

FOR QUESTIONS, CONTACT [email protected]

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