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California Paddle 2007

Join the Campaign for a Plastic-Free Ocean

Join me in the California Paddle 2007 event and the Campaign for a Plastic-Free Ocean. Together we have the power to rid the oceans of this deadly pollution…for our environment, for our children…for our future.

Did you know that there is enough plastic in the ocean to cover 2/3 of the State of California with a sheet of plastic? Plastic pollution is a problem that affects all of us. It kills countless marine mammals, birds and other organisms and it spoils the beauty of our beaches.

I intend to do something about it.

I’m Tom Jones and I have dedicated my life to environmental and youth causes. As an extreme athlete, I have taken on some of the biggest challenges imaginable to draw attention to worthwhile projects. I have set world records by running the entire length of California three times and even across the United States at a marathon-a-day pace for causes I believe in.

And this year, I will do something even more challenging. I will paddle the entire length of the California coast with nothing more than a 14-ft. paddle board. This project, called California Paddle 2007 will mark the first time this has been done by any human being.

Why am I doing it? To draw attention to the problem of plastic pollution in our oceans and to empower people to do something about it. It's all part of The Campaign for a Plastic-Free Ocean. We want to change corporate, government and individual behavior to reduce the pollution and restore the ocean.

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Contributor	Amount	Comment
Jeff Flowers	$10.00	"Good Luck Tom!"

Mark Dixon	$200.00	"Tom Jones is the absolute Real Deal!"

Erica Gonzales	$25.00	"Good Luck, Tom! We will be behind you all the way."

conner jones	$25.00	"let's just hope the human race wakes up before it's to late!"

David Binns	$25.00	"What a great way to make waves! Go for it, Tom!!"

Larry & Eileen Westfall	$500.00	"The Worlds Most Elite Athlete for sure !!!!! Tom our prayer's will be with you all the way."

Mark Dixon	$100.00	"Come on, everybody. Tom is doing the VERY heavy lifting, but it can only happen with your financial support. Who do you know who will step up, care for our ocean and provide some funding for this effort? Give them a call now!"

Ron Uehle	$1,000.00	"Tom, Best of luck on your latest adventure. I will pass along your information to my Rotary Club here in Chno and I challenge all Rotarians in California to make a donation to this worthy cause."

Kelli Loux	$25.00	"Good luck Tom, and thanks for caring enough to be so passionate about this cause."

theplasticgirl.com !	$10.00	"I'm cheering you on! Thank you for your commitment to the exposing bigger picture!"

J. D Benson	$100.00	"Tom Jones has a heart of a champion! When you make the decision to do something, you give it your all. The way everyone should live life! God bless you. J D Benson www.OhanaUSA.com/CEO "

EFI TOTAL GYM Campanaro	Hidden	"Total Gym Thanks you for you dedication to a clean ocean and the enhancment of fitness"

Teresa George	Hidden	"Tom, best of luck! It's great that you have the dedication and enthusiasm to do this spectacular event!"

Robert Wall	$250.00	"Tom you're a phenomenal athlete. Everyone here at World Black Belt and KO Fitness Recovery Drink supports your super-human effort to bring awareness to the pollution that's poisoning our oceans. We're behind you 110%."

Paul Davis	$25.00	"Awesome to hear of such an effort to curb or wipeout plastic in our oceans! We support you in your efforts. Good luck on the completion of your paddle."

Ken Dennis	$100.00	"Bicoastal Media thanks you creating a plastic - free coast. Our famalies work and play in our ocean and on our beaches. You care about our future and we care about you! Thanks Tom!!"

Germaine Jacobs-Taylor	$100.00	"Bravo Tom! Thank you Tom for making a dream can true. We are peacemakers, one in the love of God. With hearts united, we establish harmony, beauty and peace in our lives and in our world. With gratitude and support. Germaine Jacobs-Taylor"

chad smith	$100.00	"Best of luck Tom.....see you in the waters off Hermosa Beach."

DeeDee Robertson	$50.00	"Really fantastic worthwhile effort!"

Rob Driscoll	$100.00	"Good Luck, I'll keep an eye out for you passing by Sunset"

Mark Dixon	$200.00	"Tom's sincerity is an inspiration to us all."

Michael Oliphant	$25.00	"Tom, and his crew are the real deal ! I paddled with him ( me in my ocean kayak ) from Noyo harbor to Big River. They are passionate about bringing awareness to the public about ocean pollution (plastics). This is a huge undertaking. Let's support their efforts. Michael Oliphant"

Kevin Gardner	$100.00	"The world needs more people like Tom Jones. He is an inspiration to all. Defenition of extreme athlete; TOM JONES We must act now to clean up this planet for or children and our childrens children. THANKS, TOM"

Margot Darby	$300.00	"Have a safe and beautiful trip Tom, there are a bunch of paddlers in San Diego cheering you on and waiting to paddle with you when you get here!"

mishele stead	Hidden	" Tom, thanks for making a difference.... San Diego Outrigger is cheering you on & will be here to join you in Southern CA!!"

David Olan	$25.00	"Rock on, Tom! Great cause and hope to see you in Malibu around Oct. 20! "

Dave mottershead	$25.00	"Best wishes to you, it's great when people care enough to do something."

Troy Hoidal	$100.00	"Way to go Tom & crew! Keep up the great work."

James Andrews	$100.00	"Tom you are inspiration to us all. Stay safe and great luck to you, your family, the paddle and beyond! Thank you for allowing me to be part of your Santa Cruz team and your launch into Natural Bridges. SHAKA!!!"

FRINGE Clothing	$250.00	"Your the man Tom! On the Edge for sure. . .and an inspiration to all of us at FRINGE."

Alison James	$100.00	"Thanks for being an inspiration to us all Tom We all need to take action now to save our oceans! "

richard moreno	$20.00	"good luck bradda,see you when you come to Hawaii ! lot'sof aloha Rich"

Tom Murphy	$50.00	"I'm so glad you're doing this for all of us - thank you. I hope the wax is working for you, give me a shout if you need some more."

Bernard Visser	$100.00	"Tom, you inspire me!"

Judi Tesla	$25.00	"Good luck and God speed."

Ted Kuepper	$50.00	"Tom, you are an inspiration to us all. Our oceans are under constant stress as a result of a variety of man-made pollution sources. Thanks for reminding us to take care of our planet. Of course, if you need a place to stay in Oxnard, give us a call."

Katie Shea	$25.00	"YOU ARE AMAZING!!! Thank you Tom! See ya in San Diego!"

Bob Farrar	Hidden	"Keep it up Tom. I'll see you in Orange County "

Michael GREENWELL	$500.00	"Nice Job!"

Jim Downey	$25.00	"We are parents of Gabriel Gazzola, who helped Tom Jones in the San Luis Obisbo area. We are impressed with Toms' dedication to make the ocean safer and cleaner for life. Thank you Tom for you great influence on Gabe Jim & Victoria Downey"

Gregg Steele	$25.00	"Jonsie! On behalf of all your old friends from Ruddock, Royal Oak and the Masonic Home. You are an inspiration to all of us!"

Scott Rusher	$100.00	"It was paddling out with Tom, Joe Bark and others this past Sunday. Keep up the good work for a serious problem. Scott Rusher"

GENE SMITH	$250.00	"THANK YOU TOM AND ZOLTAN FOR YOUR AMAZING EFFORTS. SOCIETY NEEDS TO BE AWARE OF THIS MAJOR PLASTIC POLLUTION PROBLEM THAT IS DESTROYING OUR OCEANS. I WAS HONORED TO PADDLE WITH YOU ON A COUPLE OF LEGS OF THE JOURNEY (EL PORTO TO RB & THE AMAZING 5+ HOURS FROM RB TO SP) THANKS FOR THE "WELCOME TO YOUR EXTREME WORLD" AND I LOOK FORWARD TO JOINING YOU A COUPLE MORE TIMES BEFORE IT'S OVER. PEACE, GENE SMITH"

chuck graham	$25.00	"I appreciate what you're doing Tom, a steward for the ocean. Chuck Graham"

Amanda Newby	$10.00	"Thank you for doing this for us. Gotta luv guys like you."

Greg Huglin	$25.00	"Great idea Tom."

Gordo & Carol Parham	$100.00	"EUREKA Tom ! Glad to help a great cause. I'll be joining you (paddling) on your last leg, La Jolla to Ocean Beach Pier. Gordo Parham"

ron thompson	$1,000.00	"Great job, Tom. You are an exceptional athlete as well a human being and I am proud to know you. All the best in your Hawaii event next year!"

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