Deb Volturno, an ACA Level 5 ITE in Coastal Kayaking and a Level 3 IT in Surf Kayaking, has spent over 20 years instructing and sharing her passion in one of the most dynamic environments on the planet – where the sea meets the shore! She has been a presenter/instructor at sea kayak symposiums on the West Coast of the US and in New Zealand, as well as a contributor to several kayaking books, videos/dvds, and magazines. Some of Deb’s accomplishments with regard to kayak surfing include being a member of the US Surf Kayaking Team – West, organized the first few Hobuck Hoedown Pacific North Coast Surf Kayak Festivals, and continues to be the enduring Master Judge of the event.