Surfing For Autism is an autism/asperger’s awareness event held each Summer on the Outer Banks providing our children with an amazing experience and opportunity to surf. Children of all ages who have autism/asperger’s are paired up with two surfers and a skilled therapist or teacher who are well educated on the special needs of the children and introduce them to paddling, surfing, and a new way to have fun in the sun.

Check out the event website to register and learn about the functions leading up to the event, including a Meet & Greet with merchandise, presentations, dinner, fishing and surfing lessons.

Friday, August 10 – Dinner & Fishing
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Merchandise available for purchase
5:30 pm – 6:15 pm | Dinner and mingling
6:15 pm – 6:45 pm | Presentations, social story, and general housekeeping
6:45 pm – 7:30 pm | Siblings of the person with autism gets a fishing lesson before fishing
6:45 pm – 7:30 pm | Individuals with autism head to the beach to practice surfing skills in the sand

Saturday, August 11 – Surfing Event
8:30 am – 2:00 pm | Merchandise available for purchase
9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Individuals with autism go surfing
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Lunch for volunteers, family, and individuals with autism