I've always been drawn to water and open country. I started out canoeing, doing multi day expeditions which led into kayaking and whitewater. Once I found out about SUP, I was hooked from the start! From there I fell in love with SUP surfing, rivers, and oceans and then was introduced into prone river surfing. I try to mix it up and always want to progress in every aspect of the sport of river surfing and whitewater SUP! Im an ambassador for Badfish SUP who make some of the most progressive boards for river surfing and whitewater SUP.

In early 2018, I started Surf Dayton, an Ohio community based information site for river surfing and SUP and now offers River Surf and SUP clinics. Check www.surfdayton.com for more information and book your clinic today!

I am an experienced and well rounded jack of all trades specializing in graphic design (product development, packaging, logo and branding, and page layout with over 20 years experience) as well as carpentry/construction work with over 10 years experience. I have an endless supply of gusto and moxie , Im never afraid of a challenge, and I love problem solving. I am currently available for hire for contract work. Feel free to call, text, or email your project over for a quote and to discuss.

Cheers!
-Shannon Thomas