James Marshall is the founder of Baja SUP and the author of the Baja SUP Field Guide. He spent more than 25 years working as a health and safety professional, trainer, first responder and HAZMAT-trained firefighter in emergency services.

With over 25 years of surfing and paddling experience, along with training in swift- and cold-water rescue, James brings a practical, real-world approach to water safety and outdoor adventure.

After years of travelling, exploring and spending time on the water in Southern Baja, he created this field guide to share the lessons, mistakes and hard-earned knowledge that can only come from experience.