10. Cape Florida State Park, Key Biscayne, Florida

“Visitors like to swim, picnic, enjoy a mile of beach, bike, kayak, and try shoreline fishing from a seawall.” Teresa Plowright

9. Hamoa Beach, Maui, Hawaii “Hamoa Bay is not the most family-friendly place to swim: big surf and strong currents can be dangerous, and the beach isn't lifeguarded. Summer and early fall are the safest times of year.” Teresa Plowright

8. Beachwalker Park, South Carolina

“Beachwalker Park is a public access beach -- the only public beach access on Kiawah Island-- with a designated swimming area (lifeguarded in summer), picnic area, and seasonal snack bar and beach chair rentals. Visitors can also enjoy boardwalks that weave through live oaks and other trees.” Teresa Plowright

7. Coast Guard Beach, Massachusetts

“The beach stretches for miles, has cliffs, dunes, good swimming in summer (refreshing temperatures!), body-surfing and boogie-boarding.” Teresa Plowright

6. Kahanamoku Beach, Oahu, Hawaii

“Waikiki Beach is one of the world's most popular beaches. It's actually a two-mile stretch with nine individually named beaches; Kahanamoku Beach is at the north end, near the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort.” Teresa Plowright

5. Main Beach, East Hampton, NY

“This pristine, white sand beach in the glamorous Hamptons also features expanses of shore with dunes and bird nesting areas. And if you're into celebrity watching, this is one place where you might run into the rich and famous out for a day under the sun. Every year on Labor Day weekend, the East Hampton Fire Department sponsors a spectacular fireworks show at the beach.” Linda Tagliaferro

4. Cape Hatteras, North Carolina

“Families can swim, fish, camp, windsurf, go boating, explore a National Wildlife Refuge, or visit the black-and-white striped Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.” Teresa Plowright

3. Coronado Beach in San Diego, California

“Gently sloping sand, small surf and year-round lifeguard make Coronado Beach great for kids. Tired of water? Bike, rollerblade, go shopping or try the ice cream at Hotel del Coronado.” About .com

2. Siesta Beach, Sarasota, Florida

“Siesta Key has many wonderful beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, where you can play, relax, or walk along the water's edge. Siesta Public Beach is renowned for its breath-taking sunsets, easy-going waves, and gorgeous, crystal-white sand. The sand is 99% pure quartz, soft and cool on the feet, and many visitors compare it to baby powder. No matter how hot of a day, the sand always stays cool to the touch. Among the many awards it has earned are: “The Whitest and Finest Sand in the World” (The Great International Beach Challenge, 1987) and “The Best Sand Beach in America” (The Travel Channel, 2004).” TripAdvisor

1. Coopers Beach in Southampton, New York

"The water is cold but clean." TripAdvisor

"It is a good and clean beach." TripAdvisor

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Top ten info from http://www.beachhunter.net/toptenbeaches/top_ten_beaches_in_the_us.index.htm

Top Ten Beaches in the U.S. in 2010

10. Cape Florida State Park, Key Biscayne, Florida

“Visitors like to swim, picnic, enjoy a mile of beach, bike, kayak, and try shoreline fishing from a seawall.” Teresa Plowright

9. Hamoa Beach, Maui, Hawaii “Hamoa Bay is not the most family-friendly place to swim: big surf and strong currents can be dangerous, and the beach isn't lifeguarded. Summer and early fall are the safest times of year.” Teresa Plowright

8. Beachwalker Park, South Carolina

“Beachwalker Park is a public access beach -- the only public beach access on Kiawah Island-- with a designated swimming area (lifeguarded in summer), picnic area, and seasonal snack bar and beach chair rentals. Visitors can also enjoy boardwalks that weave through live oaks and other trees.” Teresa Plowright

7. Coast Guard Beach, Massachusetts

“The beach stretches for miles, has cliffs, dunes, good swimming in summer (refreshing temperatures!), body-surfing and boogie-boarding.” Teresa Plowright

6. Kahanamoku Beach, Oahu, Hawaii

“Waikiki Beach is one of the world's most popular beaches. It's actually a two-mile stretch with nine individually named beaches; Kahanamoku Beach is at the north end, near the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort.” Teresa Plowright

5. Main Beach, East Hampton, NY

“This pristine, white sand beach in the glamorous Hamptons also features expanses of shore with dunes and bird nesting areas. And if you're into celebrity watching, this is one place where you might run into the rich and famous out for a day under the sun. Every year on Labor Day weekend, the East Hampton Fire Department sponsors a spectacular fireworks show at the beach.” Linda Tagliaferro

4. Cape Hatteras, North Carolina

“Families can swim, fish, camp, windsurf, go boating, explore a National Wildlife Refuge, or visit the black-and-white striped Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.” Teresa Plowright

3. Coronado Beach in San Diego, California

“Gently sloping sand, small surf and year-round lifeguard make Coronado Beach great for kids. Tired of water? Bike, rollerblade, go shopping or try the ice cream at Hotel del Coronado.” About .com

2. Siesta Beach, Sarasota, Florida

“Siesta Key has many wonderful beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, where you can play, relax, or walk along the water's edge. Siesta Public Beach is renowned for its breath-taking sunsets, easy-going waves, and gorgeous, crystal-white sand. The sand is 99% pure quartz, soft and cool on the feet, and many visitors compare it to baby powder. No matter how hot of a day, the sand always stays cool to the touch. Among the many awards it has earned are: “The Whitest and Finest Sand in the World” (The Great International Beach Challenge, 1987) and “The Best Sand Beach in America” (The Travel Channel, 2004).” TripAdvisor

1. Coopers Beach in Southampton, New York

"The water is cold but clean." TripAdvisor

"It is a good and clean beach." TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

Top ten info from http://www.beachhunter.net/toptenbeaches/top_ten_beaches_in_the_us.index.htm

An Interview with Jordan Mills

This is an interview with Jordan Mills. I asked about him some of the things that he likes to do at the beach. He was in my class at my old school. Here is our conversation.

Q: When did you start to go to the beach?
A: When I was six.
Q: How often do you go to the beach?
A: Whenever I can.
Q: Why do you like to go to the beach?
A: It's fun and there is never nothing to do.
Q: Who do you like to go with, when you go to the beach?
A: I like to go with any of my friends.
Q: Do you like to surf? Why or why not.
A: Yes, because it's fun and challenging.
Q: What is your favorite thing to do at the beach?
A: My favorite thing is to surf.
Q: What is your least favorite thing to do at the beach?
A: I don't have a least favorite thing to do.
Q: Would you go to the beach everyday if you had the chance. Why or why not.
A: Of course, the beach is the most fun thing to do.
Q: Is there any beach you prefer? If so, which one.
A: No, any beach is a good beach.
Q: Is there anything you like to do more than going to the beach. If so, what.
A: No, going to to the beach is my favorite thing to do.

That was the interview with Jordan . I learned about how he feels about the beach.

Review of the Beach

The beach is a great place for just about anyone. It is the best thing to do over summer. There are a number of of activities to do at the beach, like surf, swim, build sand castles,and just relax. There is nothing more relaxing than the sound of waves crashing. While you are laying there you can read a book or magizine. If you are not interested in reading you can surf, if you do not know how to surf there are many places you can go to learn how to. If you are not interested in surfing you can build sand castles.If you get really good you can participate in sand castle building competitions. There are so many activities to do at the beach. At some beaches you can bring pets, those beaches you can also play with your pet. The beach has countless activites you can do, the beach is fun for the whole family. If you go to the beach you can meet a lot of different people. When you go you have time to forget the world behide you and focus on relaxing. You can hang out with your friends for hours on the beach. Although some people do not like the beach. They say the sand gets everywhere and there is nothing to do. They just do not like the beach.  

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How to pack for a beach trip.

This is to help you pack for a good beach trip.  There are many things you could take on a trip. you should always take a towel, even if you are not going to go in the water, it is good to lay on if you want to get tan. You should also bring a beach umbrella so you get under it for shade. Some other things you should pack are volleyball, football, soccerball, and/or a frisbee so you can have fun with friends.

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Upcoming Events

Today I will tell you about upcoming surfing events in Florida. The next event is GreatAtlantic Surf Festival at Jax Beach Pier. This event is on March 19^th and 20^th. Then on April 1^st-3^rd is Surfing with the Blues, this is also at Jax Beach Pier. Matt “Rasta” Gray Memorial is at Atlantic Beach 19th St on April 8-10. Then there is the Easter Surfing festival at Cocoa Beach this will be April 22-24. Then again at Jax Beach Pier is the Wave Masters on May 7^th and 8^th. At Hanna Park Lot 8 on May 21^st  there is Silent Surfing. Super Grom Surf Festival I is on June 11^th at Jax Beach Pier. Super Grom Surf Festival II on July 16^th and is also at Jax Beach Pier. Super Grom Surf Festival III is on August 6^th and is at Jax Beach Pier.

Florida's Best Beaches

Today I will tell you the top two beaches in Florida.  The number one beach is Siesta Beach. This beach has beautiful sand and water. “Siesta Beach on Siesta Key in Sarasota is a public beach located at the south end of Beach Road. The sand is made up of white, fine-grained and mostly quartz crystals, the green waters of the Gulf invite a swim and plenty of people-pleasing amenities make you comfortable.” (Dawn Henthorn). “Siesta Key Public Beach is just three-quarter of a mile long, but it has the best sand, surf and facilities, including lifeguards.” (Dawn Henthorn). As you can see Siesta Beach is a beautiful beach, whether you like to surf of just lay in the sand you will always see the gorgeous water. The number two beach is Panama City Beach.” A visit to Panama City Beach is about the best way to stimulate all five senses at once. Smell the salty sea breezes from the Gulf; feel the warm water lap against your bare skin; taste some of the best seafood in the country; listen to local bands or top 40 hits at nightclubs; and see enough miles of sandy white beaches, parks and water sports to last a lifetime.”(Robin Bennefield). Panama City Beaches a great place to go to for spring break. It is a huge spot for spring breakers. All around it is 4 out of 5.