Thrill Seekers Find Adventure When Bore Tide Rolls In

Surfers try to catch monthly wave in Turnagain Arm

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By Photojournalist John Thain

Story Created: May 17, 2012 at 8:30 AM AKDT

Story Updated: May 17, 2012 at 8:30 AM AKDT

TURNAGAIN ARM - As soon as the ice melts on Turnagain Arm, you'll see all kinds of thrill seekers out on the water.

They say one of the most exciting natural events of the month is the bore tide – something they look forward to surfing all winter.

CBS 11 News photojournalist John Thain caught up with a group of bore tide surfers; click the video to watch what he caught on film. And for a schedule of bore tides, click here.
 

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