With Holy Week now behind us here in the Philippines, it definitively marked the graceful transition into the dry season. The days have grown warmer, and for us in the lineup, that typically means the waves have begun to mellow out. That past Good Friday, the ocean delivered what felt very much like a beautiful, final pulse – potentially the last session of significant size we'll be embracing here in Baler for a little while.

Relive that last glorious session before the swell calmed

With the coastline settling into its calmer rhythm, it’s a natural invitation to switch gears. Perhaps it’s time to wax up the longboards, explore different ways to enjoy the water, or dive into those other activities that have been waiting. For the surfer soul with projects brewing outside the surf zone, this seasonal shift offers a perfect window. That passion project you've been meaning to start? Now could very well be the moment. Just like me, using this time to refresh the site and build new content. So, what exciting plans are shaping up for your summer ahead?