Fourth Annual Oak Island Surf Contest Promises Plenty of Waves

80+ Surfers are Expected to Join in the Labor Day Festivities

OAK ISLAND, N.C. (August 27, 2007) – All eyes will be on the ocean this Saturday, September 1st, as 80+ surfers are expected to hit the waves for the 4th annual Labor Day Surf-Off. The festivities will kick-off at 8:00am at the Ocean Crest Pier on Oak Island. The contest welcomes surfers and body-board riders of all ages and skill levels, from eight years of age and older, with divisions for men, women, boys and girls. Division winners will be awarded fantastic prizes and keepsake trophies. The annual raffle is always a popular event. This year’s raffle winner will receive a custom shaped surfboard, valued over at over $500.00.

“The Labor Day Surf-Off always promises to be an exciting, event-filled day on the beach,” comments contest chairman, Jerry Helms. “It gives families a great opportunity to watch the festivities, get a taste for surfing and hopefully it encourages folks to grab a board and give surfing a try.”

Sponsors include Sundek, Eternal Wave Surf Shop, Surfer’s Restaurant, Local Call Surf Shop, Hot Wax Surf Wax, DVS Shoes, Ocean Crest Pier, Ocean Crest Hotel, Chasers Beach Club, Bell Supply, Tasha Helms CPA and more.

Space still remains for the contest. For more information or to register for the event please call (910) 448-0777. The entry fee is $25.00 with $5.00 for each additional event.