Don't Miss It: WOW

WOW: Women on Waves is the current exhibit at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside.  It explores many aspects of feminine wave-riding.  It celebrates more than 300 years of women's performances in surfing, from Hawaiian surfing queens to the current champions of the women's pro tour.

I enjoyed seeing the transformations of the swimsuit, from long dresses to one-piece, knitted short jumpers to two-pieces, including bloomers, boardshorts and sexy bikinis.  It was interesting to learn how women influenced the trend toward lighter and shorter boards.  Swimsuits from the different eras are on display, along with the choice surfboards of each of the legendary female surfers, such as Linda Benson, Marge Calhoun, Joyce Hoffman, and Lisa Anderson.  Also, the actual surfboard that Bethany Hamilton was riding in 2003 when a 15 foot tiger shark bit off a big chunk of the board, along with her right arm.  Yet, this courageous surfer continued to surf just two weeks after the incident.

The WOW exhibit will only be on display until the end of February so be sure you get out there to support the museum.  It was only $4/ adult and $1/ student!  Plus, there are a ton of great places to have a bite to eat nearby after your visit to the museum.

This is where we decided to eat.  We got to enjoy our delicious burgers
while enjoying the weather, outside on the patio.