Days like these to remember.

Man, the surfs been so good the past few days. 

I'm spoiled. No doubt about that.  

Above is Porter slaying some more waves that we've come across the past few days. It's been so consistent and really good sized pretty much everywhere we have went this past week. Awesome times. 

Below is a guy getting shacked! from this mornings super secret local spot.

Epic. 

It's the good times like these that just make me look forward to more good times like these.. :) 

thanks for checkin in, 

-nathaniel. 

Today's Pic.

More surf than we know what to do with. 

Porter Hogan in Laguna. 

-nathaniel. 

Photo of the day.

Surfing with Porter Hogan.. yep, at it again. :)

Sitting here in laguna after the sun has gone down just thinking about life and how much I've been given.. It's an incredible thing that I am super super grateful of. I surfed today after a busy weekend of shooting some really good waves, and being in the water has got to be the sweetest thing ever! My arms hurt, my body is tired, it's 6pm and I'm thinking about bed..  yet I'm excited to wake up at the crack of dawn and get back at it, whether shooting photos or surfing waves, doesn't matter, it's going to be awesome. 

I've seen these beaches hundreds of times now, but each time I see them I'm as stoked as the first. Their beautiful, powerful, and changing everyday. I'll never tire of seeing them, I'll always miss them when I'm not here. I guess I'm just overwhelmed by my privileges. 

You know what, it could be you. Chase your dreams people. Don't let money get in your way. I made less than 2,000$ last year, but here I am. Nothing is impossible, good economy or horrible economy, do what you intend to do and do it with all your might. I credit God for my gifts and I thank Him everyday for what He has given me. I can't wait for tomorrow, to see what's in store and what else God wants to put in front of me to shoot and enjoy. Today is photos of porter, tomorrow could be anyone, anywhere, doing anything.. Just keeping my feet moving and my hands busy, that's the biggest trick, oh, and giving that glory to our Creator. Be real, love what you do, and enjoy it! :) 

'Something new everyday' - Brandon Phillips

Feeling good and writing a bit more today. 

thanks for checkin in

-nathaniel. 

good morning photos!

Some more amazing swell in southern california.

Here is yet another day of shooting some amazing surf. 

This trip is turning out a million times better than what I had thought.. Waves are so good! 

I never thought I'd see some of these spots light up like they are now. 

Kaboom!!! hammer waves throwing down some thunder!! 

Aaron Gomez finding a lil corner and pigdoggin it in deep! 

perfect wave left unhindered on it's way to the beach. 

Macking barrels going threw were probably close to impossible to catch.. just there for the beauty I guees! I love to see them roll through untouched, but I also like to imagine someone tucked nicely away deep under that lip... oooo weee!! I love waves! Power of the ocean.. it's incredible. 

Brandon Phillips tucking his head into this sweet lil corner. 

From a day of massive walls going through it was difficult to get a good corner to work with, but once in a while it worked out pretty well. 

ahh.. so tired from a day in the sun and water. 

I gotta rest up and get ready for a busy week shooting surf, skate, and maybe even snow. 

Trying to make this a busy season!! 

Thanks for checking.. :) 

-nathaniel. 

From Snow to Water.

Porter Hogan. 

Three shots from three spots to describe yesterday. 

I'm taking a break from the snowless MN tundra to shoot some epic surf condition in Southern California. 

Keeping this post short.. back to surfing now. 

-nathaniel. 

Colin Wilson

Colin Wilson is a ripping shredder! Yesterday at Troll I watched him do a handful of things I would have never come up with on my own and definitely would be hesitant to try. Tonight we were shooting some Monument photos in front of our monument, the state capital... nothing else to do, so why not? 

It's still warm enough out on the last hours of december to chill in a hoodie for hours at a time outside... brutal. I'm about to pack bags and head for waves.... can't stand this brown town any longer. But, tomorrow is Cash for Kids!! Academy's comp at Hyland Hills. Jonas and Jordan Michilot will be there tossing a few dollars at awesome tricks landed. Come enjoy the last day of the year with us!! 

thanks for checkin in. 

-nathaniel. 

Some more Wild fun.

Hmmmm.... Well, hope you all had an awesome Christmas and are looking forward to an amazing new year! With that.. I really would be stoked if the new year brought us some fresh snow.  : /

Instead of the usual handrail sessions that are happening this time of year, we have been resort riding day after day after day. I guess It's not at all that bad when you look at it as a hobby or a sport, but if it's your 'job' it's leaving us hurting this year. 

To not let it get us down to badly I grabbed a bunch of 32 promo and Austin Young, Krister Ralles, Dave Parker and myself did a lil jib fest for stickers and Ammo copies. It was fun stoking the kids out and tossing in some extra christmas cheer. :) 

Digger of the day!!! Can't believe I shot it.. lucky. 

Good news is, he's alright. :) 

Austin Young posing a contemplating look. 

Looks good there doesn't it? 

As is tradition this season, I brought some Venison to grill up for a midday break. 

Oh man. 

Kritter came up with a Venison dog. 

And kritter smash!!!!! 

I bet that was tasty. 

So yah, hope we get snow! If not, see on the slopes. 

keep sliding sideways my friends! 

-nathaniel. 

Merry Christmas!

I was out snowboarding at Wild Mountain this afternoon into the evening. Man, it was so fun out there. I couldn't have asked for a better Christmas! Awesome time with family in the morning, friends: Austin Young and Ethan Deiss in the afternoon, and skyping with my beautiful girl Tatum in the evening. Everything I could ask for. Thank you Jesus! 

I guess we could all start praying for snow? Just an idea.. maybe to bring in the new year? It's not supposed to happen, but hey, there's power in prayer. 

Even with no snow, go check out your local resort! I've been to most of the ones in the midwest this past week, and they are all so fun right now! It's been a good winter for resorts to make parks, cold enough to make snow and warm enough to keep it soft. Go use your new shred gear(hopefully some 32 gear) and go ride. :) 

enjoy, 

Merry Christmas to all! 

nathaniel. 

A Midwest week with ThirtyTwo.

Joe Sexton and a Midwest backdrop. 

mooooo. 

Brandon Phillips. 

On the Road. 

ThirtyTwo Demo truck 'white lightning', Joe Sexton and Brandon Phillips. 

32 ahead. 

You know it. 

In the hotel; relaxing and doing some sharpie work on the boards. 

1817 with Joe. 

I should blog a post of brandons playlist. 

epic. 

We were given quite a nice dinner first night at Devil's Head. 

Joe playing the part of a high roller. 

Cheers to the week! 

Yummy. Thank you! 

Next day, did some riding. 

Sick 'Lil Ollie over the benches. 

represent. 

what next man? 

Ollie Gap. 

hurray! 

Trevor, this kid was pretty funny and fun to hang out with. 

Cole Linzmeyer, Gap to Boardslide. whaaa! 

Viktor Simco! 

This park is as icy as it looks. It did however make for a really good time during the day. 

Night was just icy, but soooo fast. Grass runs for days. 

Pre-party hair cut. 

no possible mullet.  

happens every time. 

that finger was licked... 

Joe taking it cool. 

oh joe. ;) 

Don't do it!! haha. it was a joke, he didn't pull it. Just for the photo!

Gotcha. 

Cole and Brandon. 

Spirit Mtn. Duluth, MN!!

yup. 

Myself and mike up in Duluth. Beautiful day. 

Thanks to Damage for the evening! 

You guys are great! That was awesome. 

Hyland Hills Crew. 

It was awesome hanging out with crowds of kids and tossing some stickers and product around! 

Letting the kids know we care and that we would like to see them support a brand that is supporting snowboarding and themselves back! 

Solid week of fun. 

Thanks for checking in! 

32 For Life!
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-nathaniel.