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1961: Surfers at the Beach in the Morning Michigan

1961: Surfers at the Beach in the Morning Michigan

  • Year1961
  • Decade1960s
  • LocationMichigan, United States
  • Duration5s
  • Price$178 USD
  • Collection1961 Michigan
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Surfers at the Beach in the Morning Michigan — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1961 capturing surfers at a Michigan beach during a misty morning. The grainy, nostalgic film shows people enjoying the ocean waves under soft morning light, with fog rolling in over the water. This authentic slice of mid-century Americana features classic surf culture and coastal life along the Great Lakes. The footage offers a rare glimpse into 1960s beach recreation and family leisure, preserved in authentic Super 8 style with natural sound and period detail. Ideal for documentaries, retro-themed projects, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
5s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
68147820

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 2015 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label
xmas,linda communion,,d danielar
Reel-level year note
1961-1962
Reel-level location note
detroit michigan,
Date
1961 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Michigan, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence
Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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Topics & Keywords

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  • beach
  • morning
  • sea
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  • river
  • water
  • ocean
  • bey
  • ship
  • boat
  • fog
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  • clouds
  • easy
  • summer
  • sunny
  • beauty
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  • stalking
  • walking
  • swimming
  • riding
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  • lighthouse
  • people
  • michigan
  • USA
  • 1961
  • home video
  • 1961 surfers
  • Michigan beach
  • morning surf
  • vintage 8mm film
  • 8mm home movie
  • Great Lakes surfing
  • 1960s beach life
  • retro coastal footage
  • foggy morning ocean
  • classic surf culture
  • American summer
  • vintage home video
  • archival 1960s footage
  • nostalgic beach scene
  • old film footage
  • seaside recreation
  • 1961 home movie
  • vintage Super 8
  • 1960s Americana
  • beachfront nostalgia

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