Santa Cruz to Host Paddle Out in Honor of Wallace ‘J’ Nichols on World Blue Mind Day
June 19th, 2025 12:00 PM
By: Advos Staff Reporter
A paddle out event at Cowell Beach in Santa Cruz will commemorate the life and legacy of marine scientist Wallace ‘J’ Nichols, highlighting the importance of water for emotional well-being and environmental conservation.
The community of Santa Cruz will come together on July 23, World Blue Mind Day, for a paddle out event honoring the late marine scientist Wallace ‘J’ Nichols. Nichols, a visionary in exploring the connection between water and human happiness, passed away in 2024. The event not only celebrates his contributions but also underscores the significance of water in our lives and the need for its preservation.
Participants in the paddle out will gather at Cowell Beach, with the first 900 receiving a blue marble, symbolizing our planet's fragility and beauty. The ceremony, viewable from the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf and West Cliff Drive, includes proclamations from officials and a beach cleanup, aligning with Nichols' environmental advocacy. This gathering serves as a poignant reminder of the impact one individual can have on our understanding of nature and well-being.
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