Team Ben and Jeff's Surf Day

Team Ben and Jeff's Surf Day

One of the benefits of having Ben and Jeff's Burgers and Tacos next door to the surf shop is the restaurant staff makes us a killer lunch every day! So yesterday we decided to return the favor by taking everyone surfing. For Jenny and Horacio it was the first time on a surfboard. After a few tips on the beach from our surf instructor Nick, the crew took to the water. The waves were small and a bit disorganized, but that didn't stop everyone from having a great time! Horacio had to be rescued by Jeff after getting caught in the rip, Casey was catching some "bombs" on the outside, Ben dropped in on Jeff and has never been happier, and Jenny was the last one out of the water and seemed to have the best time. It was a fun morning and everyone was asking when they could go again! Stoked........

Ben and Jeff want to thank their staff for all the hard work, loyalty, and good times!

Also, thanks to Greg for taking the photos.

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