Meet Erin O'Malley of Sunset Stand Up Paddle in Laguna Beach, California

Hi Erin, could you tell us a little bit about yourself?

Erin O'Malley, the owner, was born and raised in the Eastern Sierras and was on the US Snowboard Team through her late teens and early 20's. Her focus and passion has now turned to paddle boarding. Sunset Stand Up Paddle is based in sunny, Laguna Beach CA. Sunset is one of the premier SUP outfitters within the Southern California area. They specialize in open ocean lesson and tours as well as West Coast destination excursions.

Tell us a little more about your experience with paddleboarding

The majority of paddle experience has been in open ocean paddling and SUP surfing. Other highlights of experience are racing, river paddling and endurance/distance paddling.

Location Overview - Tell us about your water environment

Laguna Beach is one of the most pristine and picturesque areas of the Southern California coast. Laguna is a designated Marine Protected area where whale, dolphins, sea lions and more are common to see during a paddle along the stunning coves and cliffs.

Do you have any signature services or paddle activities?

Our Paddles and Pints with Docent Brewing is not to be missed. Also, our coastline tour which combines a 101 of ocean paddling and a cruise along our coves is one of our most popular offerings.

What is your season?

We are a four season paddle company!

Are there any local attractions paddlers may also be interested in?

The ecosystem of Laguna is unique because there is no collection of marine life within the city beach/ocean limits. Therefor, our coves and reefs are full of pacific fish and marine life. We have two seasons of whale migration and during that time it is common to see humpback and great whales.

Are there any other cool or interesting activities in the area?

Hiking along the El Morro and Crystal Cove wilderness area and surfing one of the many iconic breaks within Orange County.

Do you have any recommendations for local food and drinks?

The Deck, Carmelita's, La Sirena Grill, Docent Brewery

Local places to stay?

Riviera Hotel, Newport Coast Villas, Inn at Laguna, Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Renaissance Clubsport
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Closest City: Los Angeles
Signature Service: Fitness/Tours
Environment: Bay/Ocean
Best Time to Visit: The best times to visit Los Angeles are from March to May and between September and November when the air is more breathable and the crowds are less oppressive. (travel.usnews.com)
Distance from Airport: About a 58-minute drive from Los Angeles International Airport depending on traffic
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We are able to get our clients out in the open seas on a regular basis. During our should seasons, we are by reservation only and can typically accommodate requests that come in twelve to twenty-four hours before your desired paddle time.

Water and air temps are cooler during the winter months but Southern California is a four-season paddling community and as we swing into spring water temps will only rise!

We are the leading stand up paddle instruction program featuring a premier fleet of NSP and Surftech paddleboards and the most qualified instructors on the water. This summer we will be offering SUP and SAILING excursions along the coast and also overnight trips to Catalina Island. Space is very limited for these specialty trips so grab your friends and jump on board! To see a full schedule of our upcoming trips please email us at [email protected] Lessons and rentals also make for great gifts as we head into the holiday season!

Are there any local attractions paddlers may also be interested in?

The ecosystem of Laguna is unique because there is no collection of marine life within the city beach/ocean limits. Therefore, our coves and reefs are full of pacific fish and marine life. We have two seasons of whale migration and during that time it is common to see humpback and great whales.

Sunset Stand Up Paddle has distinguished itself as Laguna Beach’s top paddleboard program. We go above and beyond when it comes to our client’s safety, fun and satisfaction. From alkaline water and cold-pressed organic juice post paddle to SUP and sailing excursions along our stunning coastline. From basic rentals and lessons to floating marriage proposals, we have your enjoyment always in mind. We are proud to offer our services to such top-tier clients as Montage, Ritz Carlton and St. Regis. Laguna Riviera and Laguna Shores have gone a step above by having boards on site for their guests. Paddleboarding in Laguna Beach is one of a kind and you will see that Sunset Stand Up Paddle is too, as you head onto the water with us. Schedule your adventure today!
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The Buddy Deal is an integral part of what we offer our members and is a great way to draw attention to your Trips and Activities plus you’ll give our paddle community a warm fuzzy, feel-good vibe!

A Buddy Deal is not required for your free listing. If you decide to offer one however, we will create a Paddle Spotlight for your business and give you more promotion on social media.

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Today we are joined by Mike of East of SIX SUP in Toronto, Canada

Hi Mike, could you tell us a little bit about East of SIX SUP?
EAST OF SIX SUP is a full service SUP business based just 5 minutes east of the Toronto downtown core. Taught by Paddle Canada Advanced Skilled SUP instructors, we offer SUP Yoga and beginner daytime and sunset lessons, tours and rentals.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your experience with paddleboarding
Our Team lead Mike is an Advanced skills level flat water instructor with 8 years of SUP experience

Location Overview – Tell us about your water environment
We operate out of Cherry Beach just minutes away from Toronto’s downtown core. After a brief beach lesson we head into the water and minutes away is the canal leading into the Toronto harbour! We hear “Wow” alot when we turn the corner as the Toronto skyline is pretty stunning. We have Cabana Pool Bar to our right and in front of us we have the skyline which includes the iconic CN Tower and the Rogers Center. There’s tons to look at including the planes flying over us coming into land and taking off from the Toronto Island Airport!

What services do you offer?
We offer Lessons, Excursions, Flat Water, Downwinders, Paddle Games, Racing, Rentals, Sunset Paddle, SUP Yoga, Tours and Workouts.

The Sunset SUP lesson and tour is our most popular lesson. It runs from 6:30-9:30 Tuesday through Sunday and is a show stopper! We start off with an into lesson on the beach followed by an in the water lesson. We then paddle over to the Toronto Island and explore the harbour while our instructors give some history lessons about the island. Once we arrive on the island we stop for a dinner break overlooking the Toronto skyline. We provide drybags so people can bring their dinner. Once break is finished we go out in front of the skyline at Sunset and do a photo shoot of our students in front of the skyline and send send everyone their photos following their evening!

Are there any other local attractions others may be interested in?
There is a bird aviary we paddle to a few times a week which a variety of birds and bird watchers go to by foot.

Do you have a season or do you operate year round?
We operate May through September and sometimes into October, weather dependent of course. The fall colours on the trees add to the scenery and make for a fun paddle session.

Tell us about your favorite local food and why you love it
Our fave is El Catrin Distilleria in the historic Distillery District. About a 5 minute drive from Cherry Beach, El Catrin is an authentic Mexican Restaurant with Guacamole made at your table and Margaritas you won’t want to stop drinking!

Where would you recommend travelers stay nearby?
One King West is our hotel of choice! A boutique hotel in the downtown core, it’s central to everything a tourist could possibly need and our top tip ask to see the Vault in the basement, it is an old converted bank!

Are there any additional activities nearby that you recommend?
Take in a concert, head over to the St. Lawrence Market for some food shopping on the weekends, Get some tickets for the Blue Jays or Toronto Raptors. If you are a thrill seeker you could always head up to the top of the CN Tower and do the edgewalk where you walk around the top! Its a 1,815 feet up adventure you will never forget!

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Beginner
You have had no or limited experience on a board or have limited skills. You aren’t comfortable in bumpy water, have only paddled a few times and/or haven’t fallen off a board yet. (If you have fallen it’s by accident and likely not because you were pushing your skills to the next level.)

Advanced Beginner
You are relaxed standing on a board must know how to swim, can fall off and climb back on your board with no problem. you have paddle 5 plus times and can paddle comfortably in boat and wind waves (not on knees), can paddle straight and have directional control of your board. You can paddle in up to 8knots of wind and small wind and boat wakes comfortably.

Intermediate
You paddle regularly and, know how to paddle straight, have directional control, and can create speed with a full body stroke. You can fall off and get back on your board. You may also know how to walk on your board, know a cross bow and experience paddling with boat wakes or wind waves without getting on your knees. You can paddle in wind up to 12knots if needed and have paddled in slow moving water (river and/or Ocean) conditions and may even have a race or two under your belt. You are able to read the water in average conditions, and understand rules of the road in busy waterways

Intermediate +
You paddle often, probably own your own board (or several), you can pivot turn, surf waves 2-4ft waves and/or race, and/or downwinder, and/or moving water conditions class 1 river.You race, surf, whitewater, downwinders, podium or get close in local races you train to paddle and paddle to train.

Advanced
You are comfortable in more than one of the following: 10k plus races, surf 4-5+, whitewater, downwinders, multi-day excursions and may even teach of lead groups for any of the above

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Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated Moderate [3] The daily hikes range from 4-8 miles (shorter options available daily) on dirt trails and small country roads with gently rolling hills.

A conditioning regimen beginning at least 2-3 months prior to departure is highly recommended. Walking/hiking, running and biking are all great ways to physically prepare for this adventure. The better shape you are in, the more you’ll be able to enjoy all that the Czech Republic countryside has to offer! Note: Most days include a van transfer ranging in length from 30 minutes to 2 hours.

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