Surf's up: A look into the Okanagan's wake surfing community

In a town known for its wild coastline, a surfing star is born

As our ute hurtled along a steep track onto an isolated beach, I finally understood why a grab bar up above the front seat passenger is nicknamed the 'Oh sh*t handle'. Welcome to Augusta's take-no-prisoners approach to life.

Surf's up: A look into the Okanagan's wake surfing community

Okanagan Wake Surf School is making major waves on the lake. Dave Pimson started Okanagan Surf School in 2022, teaching people how to wake surf on the waters of Okanagan Lake. Pimson has a Supra SL 23.5-inch professional surf specific boat that he takes clients on, offering pick up at multiple points along Eastside Road. Pimson also has a driver who takes care of running the boat and finding the smoothest lines on the lake, so that he can fully …