Heroes at Leisure

A group of lifeguards from a Southern California beach heads south during the off season. We spend a day with them as they leave their camp and paddle their surf boards in search of abalone and lobster, which they sell to yacht owners in the area. A moray eel, a shark, a giant octopus, and rough seas each present their own threats. Teamwork, rescue skills, and strong swimming play a part in getting through the day. "If that's a life of fun and sport," intones the narrator, "I'll take vanilla."