Gov. Robert Ace Barbers recently announced a weeklong Basic Surf Life Saving Seminar and Water Rescue Training will be conducted in Gen. Luna town to ensure safety and in preparation for the upcoming 13th International Surfing competition.The training will be participated by local surfers from the Municipalities of General Luna, San Isidro and Burgos who are interested to learn and expand their skills on life saving.

Gov. Barbers said activity is in cooperation with the Department of Tourism (DOT). Surigao del Norte was chosen by the DOT to be one of the surfing destinations in which this training will be conducted.

It maybe recalled that surfing is the most awaited annual sports activity in the province. Started in 1995, it has now evolved into a world-class and widely contested event. The provincial government is looking forward to a successful tournament this year.