Join Clean Ocean Action, 2nd Jetty, TAK Waterman and Tito's Handmade Vodka for the return of the Clean Ocean Action Open surf contest. The contest will be held at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park in Long Branch, NJ on Sunday, October 7th. Check-in will be at 7 AM, the contest will run until approximately 4:00 PM or until a winner has been determined for each division. The event will be followed by a short Beach Sweep as a way for all participants to show respect for their beach and ocean.

Following the Beach Sweep, all contestants and spectators will be invited to join The Open After-Party at 2nd Jetty Seafood for live music, local food, drinks from Tito's Handmade Vodka and the announcement of the contest winners. Admission to the After-Party will cost $30 at the door for all non-contestants. It’s going to be an epic night in Monmouth County that you won't want to miss.

The 2018 Open will offer surfers of all ages and levels an opportunity to participate in a fun day of competition alongside their favorite local pros! All proceeds from this event will go to Clean Ocean Action, an organization that has worked for 34 years to keep New Jersey's beaches and ocean clean and safe for all to enjoy.

The contest will comprise of 8 divisions: Pro Division by Invite Only, Men 18+, Women 18+, Junior Men 13-17, Junior Women 13-17, Grom Boys 12 & under, Grom Girls 12 & Under, Longboard Open. Sign up now to reserve a spot in your respective division. REGISTRATION ENDS ON OCTOBER 1ST. On the day of The Open, registered competitors will receive a contest t-shirt created by TAK Waterman and a wristband for access to the After-Party hosted by 2nd Jetty Seafood.

NOTICE If the division in which you plan to compete is already full: Please email programs@cleanoceanaction.org with your full name and the division in which you would like to compete. During the week prior to the contest, we will evaluate the number of participants registered and will work to make room for those on the waitlist. If you are moved from the waitlist to the division of your choice, you will be notified via email and your registration fee will be due at check-in on the day of the event.