Zac Sunderland, solo teen sailor, discovers perils of the high seas
PETE THOMAS / ON THE OUTDOORS
Nearly halfway around the world, the Thousand Oaks resident has encountered many dangers since setting off in June. His next stop is Mauritius.

latimes.com
November 5, 2008
In a business dominated by big manufacturers, a craftsman in Los Angeles' Venice neighborhood continues a long tradition, though the economic rough waters have caused sales to sink. >>

November 3, 2008
The art of bodysurfing -- less glamorous than surfing and tough to master -- lives on at the legendary, and dangerous, break. A new generation of daredevils is joining old-timers in the water. >>

October 4, 2008
SURFING
No other surfer in the 32-year history of Assn. of Surfing Professionals has won more than four world titles. >>

August 18, 2008
PETE THOMAS / ON FISHING
California pro angler Michael Bennett, 24, earns the top prize, bringing in nearly 25 pounds worth of largemouth bass, in the Forrest Wood Cup at Lake Murray in South Carolina. >>

August 14, 2008
OUTDOORS
At 16, Zac Sunderland is trying to become the youngest sailor to solo-circumnavigate the globe. He is homesick and misses football at Grace Brethren but clings to knowledge this is his dream journey. >>

August 12, 2008
PETE THOMAS / ON FISHING
It's the best day yet for a yellowfin season that has just begun. >>

June 12, 2008
The eight-mile round-trip trek features spectacular ocean views and all manner of wildlife. Start early to beat the heat and bring along enough water. >>

June 4, 2008
Soar on the ocean and catch a fresh dinner aboard the New Del Mar. >>

May 29, 2008
OUTDOORS
Kayaking trip avoids the leopard sharks and gets a harbor seal of approval >>

December 16, 2007
COLUMN ONE
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October 30, 2007
COLUMN ONE
In a mountain mecca, a former hunter uses tough love instead of lethal force to keep wayward ursines in line. >>

September 1, 2007
Sides form over building one of the world's largest gold and copper mines at the risk of destroying its longtime fishing industry. >>

July 6, 2007
PETE THOMAS / ON THE OUTDOORS
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