A newspaper picture of a man with a surfboard, along with an announcement about starting a surf museum, drew a dozen folks to a small restaurant on South Coast Highway in Encinitas called George’s, a …
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Surf Museum hits 40: It began with surfboards hanging from a restaurant ceiling and surfers telling stories
ByAfet Erdoğan (Surfrider Beach)
Apr 27, 2026
By Afet Erdoğan (Surfrider Beach)
Afet Erdoğan hails from Istanbul Bilgi University, where she earned her degree in Communication and Design. Before becoming a renowned name at Surfrider Beach, Afet honed her skills as a correspondent in the bustling newsrooms of Turkey. Transitioning to sports journalism, she combined her passion for surfing with her profession, making waves with her coverage of international surf competitions. As a stand-up surfer, she brings a blend of grace and power to the waves, mirrored in her comedic timing and insightful journalism.