Forgotten First Coast

**Forgotten First Coast** is an original documentary series by **Sandbar Sofa Surfers** dedicated to uncovering the overlooked people, places, and events that shaped Northeast Florida's coastline. Through historical research, archival photographs, maps, interviews, and cinematic storytelling, each episode brings forgotten chapters of the First Coast back to life.

From vanished communities like Hazard before Mayport, to lost landmarks, historic surf culture, coastal engineering, hurricanes, maritime history, and the ever-changing Atlantic shoreline, the series explores how history, nature, and the ocean have influenced the region for centuries.

Rather than simply revisiting the past, **Forgotten First Coast** connects history to the present—helping viewers understand why today's beaches, waterways, neighborhoods, and surf breaks look the way they do. Every story is carefully researched with the goal of preserving local heritage, encouraging curiosity, and inspiring future generations to appreciate the rich history hidden in plain sight.

Whether you're a lifelong resident, surfer, history enthusiast, educator, or first-time visitor, **Forgotten First Coast** invites you to discover the remarkable stories that time nearly erased—one episode at a time.