Long Beach Lifeguard Competition Race Long Beach 1930s Archival Surf Photo

The Lifeguard paddle-board competition was part of a rigorous workout. Competitors would paddle out to a buoy and race back to shore, often when they hit whitewater they would stand up to go faster. This photo features a lifeguard competition with 6 guards nearing the shore and one heading back out.  15" W x12" D