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20187 minGdoc-short

Surfer Dan

20187 minGdoc-short

Seven minutes capture a surfer's experience riding the icy waves of Lake Superior in Michigan during the dead of winter.

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Seven minutes capture a surfer's experience riding the icy waves of Lake Superior in Michigan during the dead of winter.

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Tim Kemple

Tim Kempledirector

Dan Schettercast

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Dan surfs on Lake Superior in Michigan during winter. He rides the icy waves, finding joy in a location often overlooked by other surfers. With temperatures well below freezing, he embraces the unique challenges of this environment. The seven-minute film shows Dan’s connection to his local surf spot and his perspective on the beauty of winter surfing. It presents the struggle and satisfaction found in pursuing a passion in a cold and rugged setting.

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