Pro Surfers Hold Camps for Kids With Autism in the Ocean Waves
Hundreds of autistic children have gathered on US beaches this summer to catch a wave with pro surfers involved in Surfer's Healing.
After the Mavericks Surf Contest (the most prestigious of the sport) was whittled down to six finalists, leader Greg Long, 24, and his five fellow finalists decided to split the $75,000 prize purse evenly, six ways, and simply ride the giant 40-50 foot waves for fun.
After the Mavericks Surf Contest (the most prestigious of the sport) was whittled down to six finalists, leader Greg Long, 24, and his five fellow finalists decided to split the $75,000 prize purse evenly, six ways, and simply ride the giant 40-50 foot waves for the fun of it. Surfer and filmmaker Grant Washburn discusses how they agreed to split the money. (NPR Audio interview)
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