This morning we drove through forests back into Santa Cruz to visit the Boardwalk which is celebrating its centerery this year. It has one of the oldest wooden roller-coasters in the world.
We came upon this competition on the beach with many teams from all over California. Each tems did a two minute turn with dancing, balancing and gymnastics. Families watched from the boardwalk and the beach and cheered VERY loudly.
We moved on to the wharf (pier) and underneath on the wooden supports were lots of sea lions honking loudly.
Half way down the wharf we discovered the 10th Annual Thunderbird Car Show was taking place with models from the early 50's to more recent times.
In the afternoon we drove to Natural Bridges State Beach to relax and enjoy the ocean.
As we drove north we saw this strange sight. More than 40 kite surfers had taken over this beach and were skimming across the waves at great speed.
This is an important pumpkin growing area and we passed many displays on the side of the road including this one next to our hotel.
We have had an interesting day seeing and taking part in many of the activities enjoyed by the local people as part of their weekend.
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