First round of Swami’s benches return with cement dividers
ENCINITAS — Seven of the 13 memorial benches at Swami’s Beach that were removed on Nov. 17 have returned, after what the city said was...
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Residents confused over bench removal at Swami’s
When 13 memorial benches and a picnic table at Swami’s Beach went missing the weekend before Thanksgiving, locals noticed....
Is surfing a religion?
If you are a surfer, you’ve probably already drawn your conclusion. If not, may I suggest heading to your favorite beach....
Quiet Mike and other dearly departed
Many of those I once surfed Swami’s with are gone now, and that may be one of the reasons I don’t visit there as often...
Waterspot: At Swami’s, riding a wave of memories
It’s been nearly 50 years since that wave was born in a storm, traveled a thousand miles, singled me out, broke and died in the...
Waterspot: Legendary Steve Clark is a local wherever he goes
Steve lives like he surfs — with quiet purpose, timing each entry, and exit, perfectly....
Soul on Fire: Self-Realization Fellowship a place to reflect on spiritual teachings
Looking out over the vast Pacific in my special spot in the gardens, I think of him writing his many lessons and books about how...
Group opposes city’s staircase proposal at Beacon’s Beach
A group of residents is urging the city to reconsider plans for a large, concrete staircase at Beacon’s Beach....
Sports Talk: Surf Classic at Swami’s will be keen
The Return to the Reef Surf Classic at Swami’s is Oct. 21-22....
Andres Amador leads massive sand art project at Swami’s Beach
Dozens of giant flowers were etched into the sand at Swami's Beach to create a 350-foot long sand art piece on Sept. 25. The group...
The Genesis
This is the first in a series of articles by Ian Thompson on the Swami’s Surfing Association that is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year....
Swami’s surf scientist honored by the community
ENCINITAS — Terry Hendricks channeled his Ph.D in physics into kneeboard and surfboard design. That’s one reason he’s remembered by many as San Diego’s surf...
Santa Fe pedestrian crossing opens to the public
ENCINITAS — A long-awaited rail underpass near Santa Fe Drive and Swamis Seaside Park officially opened to the public on Wednesday after more than a...
A day at the tide pools
Photographer Daniel Knighton catches some of the sights at Swami’s tide pools over the weekend....