World Surfing Reserves

World Surfing Reserves
Formation2009
Founder
  • National Surfing Reserves Australia / Save The Waves Coalition
PurposeProtect exceptional surf spots
Parent organization
Save the Waves Coalition

World Surfing Reserves (WSR) is a program launched in 2009 by the non-governmental organization Save the Waves Coalition aimed at protecting global surf habitats. The program proactively identifies, designates and enshrines international waves, surf zones and surrounding environments, protecting them from the threat of development.[1][2]

  1. ^ "Save The Waves Coalition Website, World Surfing Reserves Home Page".
  2. ^ "How Are World Surfing Reserves Created?". The Lens. Retrieved 17 May 2016.