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2008 Film @ The Pit 
Prescott Metcalf - Beach Break Surf Adventures
GSN supports
small surfing businesses and recently we have decided to create a new feature within our website that will introduce
new and established small businesses that are owned by surfers who provide quality products
and/or services.
We encourage our supporters and customers to support these featured
companies by contacting them to learn more about what they offer.
Share this information with all of your friends. Enjoy surfing
more.
GSN's 1st Selected Featured Surfer, Prescott Metcalf of
Beach Break Surf Adventures is located on the Outer
Banks, North Carolina.
We know that you'll enjoy his story - we certainly did.
He is located in South Nags Head and his personal story
will stoke any surfer regardless of their experience level.
Learn to surf in great waves - Prescott is anxious to teach
you.
Photo by Joe Chesire
Photo by Joe Chesire
BEACH BREAK SURF ADVENTURES
Prescott Metcalf 'Up Close & Personal' Interview
SUMMARY
Beach Break Surf Adventures provides the traveling surfer
and family a unique Outer Banks surfing experience!
We offer guided surf tours of Hatteras Island and customizable
surf lessons that can be conducted right at your cottage. The guided surf tours will provide the traveling surfer a local
guide and transportation to get dialed into conditions more quickly, and are given on a daily basis departing and returning
when guests and guides agree. The surf lessons will give the new or intermediate surfer the knowledge and confidence to begin
or continue surfing on his/her own, and can be given right at your cottage or an agreed upon location by guests and instructors.
Our services are offered to all Outer Banks guests and residents from Corolla to Hatteras Island from April until November.
All guides and instructors are CPR and First Aid Certified, Boat Safe Certified, insured, and accomplished surfers of many
years and mutiple locations worldwide.
Question #1 How And Why Did You Start Your Business?
I saw a need in the Outer Banks surfing market. I really wanted
to pursue my dreams of being able to spend as much time in the water as I could, meet fellow surfers, and teach and coach
people in general. AND, I was laid-off this past Spring 2009 from my previous employer due to downsizing, so I had some options.
I've been to some really good surf spots around the world and I would not have scored some of the waves I did without a local
guide. The surf around here is world class and if you don't know where and when to go surf on the Outer Banks,especially,
Hatteras Island it can be overwhelming to the first time surf traveler. My previous job allowed me the liberty
of getting to know the Outer Banks intimately from Carova to Ocracoke for delivery purposes, and a surfboard was ALWAYS in
tow. There are no real options for a surf guide on the Outer Banks, like the kayak tours, fishing charters, horse/pony tours,
etc. I also wanted to provide a better surf lesson option than what I thought was available out here. Most of the surf shops
have lessons and I believe they do a good job but they also have other stuff to worry about, like clothes and gear. I wanted
to concentrate on each individuals needs and really giving a better lesson than what I feel is available. John Van Lunen of
Kitty Hawk Water Sports in Nags Head allowed BBSA the opportunity to fill their surf instructor positions this past summer
and had nothing but positive feedback. During this period I realized Beach Break Surf Adventures is really what I want to
do.
Question #2 What Products/Services does BBSA
offer?
Beach Break Surf Adventures wants to provide the traveling surfer and family a
better option for surf guides and surf lessons than what is previously provided on the Outer Banks. BBSA wants to provide
the full Outer Banks experience, historical background of the area, freedom of not driving, and keeping customers dialed in
to the surf and total area happenings and all that the area offers. During our exclusive and unique guided surf tours we'll
provide some snacks(usually fuit, granola and energy style bars) and cold sports drinks and water. Lessons are geared on preparing
the individual for the whole surfing experience. We teach all aspects of surfing like; the ocean and weather conditions, gear,
surfing fundamentals, and most importantly - how much fun the overall surfing experience can be. Any tour or lesson has the
option to hire a profesional phorographer or videographer. By next season, Spring 2010 we hope to have all brand new equipment
for any skill level, custom rash guards, for all BBSA clients, and some BBSA merchandise. We can also be a good reference
point for traveling surfers. We know where the best surf shops are, the best ding repair guy is, the best places to eat and
drink, and the best accommodations to stay are. We even offer an airport pickup and drop-off service.
Question #3
Will your company, although new, be active in community
coastal projects?
If so, How & Why?
YES! By 2010 we plan on beng very active members in the local chapter of
the Srfrider Foundation, Outer Banks Preservation Association, Global Surf Network, Adopt - A - Beach Program, Eastern Surfing
Association, and, hopefully as well, Surfers for Cetaceans and 1% For the Planet. I am also on the Collared Greens Athletic
Team who have been super supportive and are a very positive and progressively environmentally conscious group to work with,
check their stuff out at www.collaredgreens.com. We here at Beach Break Surf Adventures believe that our ocean is at risk of severe pollution and cleanliness problems and
all of us need to take care of it. One of our goals is to be a leader in environmentally conscious business decisions locally
and globally. Which, around here, directly involves our community as a whole. We will continue to support recycling, carbon
offsetting, and the need for newer sources of energy, as well as local beach clean ups and community functions and projects.
GSN Closing Statement:
To Prescott & all of the Beach Break Surf Adventure Staff
Thank you for the opportunity of featuring your business to our customers
and supporters both locally and globally. We selected your company because of its character and professionalism. GSN believes
strongly, in fact, we know that globally small surfer owned businesses can an do make a difference, a real difference in coastal
programs, be it, environmental in nature or the even more important 'beach access' issues that are facing active waterpersons
worldwide.
As CEO of the Global Surf Network I predict that your business will see
huge growth in 2010 and 2011 and GSN looks forward to recommending
your 'creative guided surf tours' to everyone we meet during our travels.
This interview will be posted soon on the following websites listed below:
In closing to our customers and supporters please consider linking Beach Break Surf Adventures to your website and share this information with all of your friends. Sincerely, Rob Beedie, GSN |
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Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Global Surf Network Receives 2011 Best of Norfolk Award
U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement
NEW YORK, NY, December 5, 2011 -- Global Surf Network has been selected for the 2011 Best of Norfolk Award in the Party Planning & Event Consultants category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community. Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the
winners in each category. The 2011 USCA Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the
information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.
About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)
U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a New York City based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising. The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America. SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association To all of our Sponsors, Supporters, & Friends - THANK YOU! Sincerely, Rob & Judy Beedie Global Surf Network 
July 27, 2011 Article
 Rob Beedie has been surfing for a long time. In 2012, the founder
of the Global Surf Network will be celebrating 50 years of wave riding activities. Beedie is also one of the first surf movie
enthusiasts. "I have been an advocate of surf films since showing my first one
to a packed house, in 1964, and continuing sharing the fun throughout the 70's, 80's, 90's on and on. I even lived through
the 'surf film is dead' era", says Beedie. In 2007, the Global Surf Network was born to bring the surf film
and the independent surf filmmakers to venues where movie experiences can be amplified. Also, the organization founded by
Rob believes there's a social side in surf films for stoking young and oldies. The Global Surf Network is putting up several surf film festivals
that promote the sport and boost new filmmaking careers. The Hatteras Island Surf Film Festival, the Ocracoke Island Surf
Film Festival, the Virginia Beach Surf Film Festival and the Outer Banks Surf Film Festival are some fine examples of surf
movie screening. The next festival will be in Hatteras Island, but if you want to
learn more about Beedie's work visit GSN's website at www.GlobalSurfNetwork.com . Meanwhile, in 2012, Rob might get a movie director filming a documentary
on his half-a-century passion for surfing.
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