September Waterfront Activities

Learn the special skills and strategies for paddling California’s wild and magnificent open coast as we reveal the secrets of maneuvering in this ever-changing environment.vv

Learn the special skills and strategies for paddling California’s wild and magnificent open coast as we reveal the secrets of maneuvering in this ever-changing environment. You’ll learn how to recognize safe zones, transition zones, hazards and play spots in the rock gardens. This class is conducted on the San Mateo coast, near Pillar Point, north of Half Moon Bay. $99 including equipment.

Navigating your kayak by moonlight is a mystical experience you won’t soon forget. We will paddle leisurely while admiring the moon’s silvery light reflecting off the water’s surface. Bring your friends and family to this warm welcoming event. $65 including equipment.

Moonlight paddling is enchanting! The water is calm and glassy on the Oakland Estuary and the city lights add to the ambiance. We enjoy a leisurely pace as the sun sets and the moon rises, illuminating a delightful evening. $49 including equipment.

Paddle through the tide channels amid the majestic scenery and remote beaches of the northern part of the Bay. As we paddle along we will discover the diversity of life: Tule elk, harbor seals, bat-rays, hawks, waterfowl, sea stars and other intertidal life. $98 including equipment.

A short introductory session prepares you for a leisurely paddle into the sunset watching harbor seals at play as we explore Sausalito¹s eclectic floating homes community with the silhouette of Mt. Tamalpais in the distance. As the moon rises over Angel Island we’ll enjoy the sparkling San Francisco skyline and the silvery moonlight in the wake of our kayaks. $75.

September 10 8:30AM – 11:30AM - Paddle the Gate, Sea Trek Kayaking Center, Sausalito, 415-488-1000. www.seatrekkayak.com

This trip takes place in the shadow of the Golden Gate Bridge. Beginners with a physically active lifestyle are welcome. We’ll launch our boats from the Coast Guard Station at Horseshoe Cove under the north tower of the Bridge. On this trip we paddle two-person fiberglass boats, and everyone will receive a thorough and confidence-building orientation. The first of many thrills is passing beneath the mammoth bridge as we paddle along the Golden Gate National Recreation Area’s Marin Headlands. $75.

Within the protected waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the sea abounds with marine life. We typically spot sea lions, harbor seals, otters, and a myriad of marine birds around the kelp beds. This trip is ideal for the adventurous beginner who wants a taste of coastal kayaking. $109 including equipment.

September 10 9AM – 5PM - Women’s Only Sailing Course, Cass’ Marina, Sausalito, 415-332-6789, www.cassmarina.com

U.S. Sailing Certified Basic Keelboat course for women taught by Barbara Fredericks. This is a series of five Sunday classes designed to teach women how to sail safely in San Francisco Bay. Upon completion of the course, you are guaranteed to be a confident sailor with all the skills needed to skipper your own vessel and have fun at the same time. For details contact Lois Keating-Fisher at 415-332-6789. New courses begin each month.

Help keep our local beaches clean! Just show up at Ocean Beach at the end of Rivera Street and we’ll provide gloves, bags and instructions.

Explore the wetlands along Corte Madera Marsh while taking in the views of Mount Tamalpais and the San Francisco Bay. We paddle out in stable, double sea kayaks while keeping our eyes open for the curious harbor seals that gather nearby. $70 including equipment.

The premiere wildlife paddle in San Francisco Area. Drakes Estero, has harbor seals, amazing birds, bat rays and leopard sharks. We take time for a leisurely pot luck lunch on a remote beach. Meet new friends or bring along a crew of your own. $98 including equipment. Lunch not included.

Let’s pack our kayaks and take a real kayaking adventure to Angel Island in the San Francisco Bay. Specifically timed for optimal and safe paddling conditions. This trip is appropriate for beginner and intermediate paddlers alike. $85 including equipment.

Celebrate the local foods produced and grown in the Point Reyes Area. Work up an appetite with a morning paddle, and then return to our Inverness site for a sumptuous feast featuring, of course, locally grown oysters (barbequed/raw), organic cheeses and produce and fresh brick oven-baked breads. Treat yourself, your family and friends to this delightful experience. $128 including equipment.

Join Sea Trek’s Michael Morgan and gain an intimate glimpse into the world of the Tule Elk. Michael’s 2000+ hours living, breathing and studying the elk will educate and entertain you on this guided paddle across Tomales Bay and into the hills of the Tule Elk’s habitat. $120.

James Mosquito and Captain Mick, Golden Gate Expeditions, Inc. on Humpback Whale rescue and shark diving. Join us for guest presentations the third Wednesday of each month, and for diving adventures here and abroad! Divers of all skill levels welcome. Contact Alberta at 415-453-9556 for more information.

Join us for a weekend of diving, camping, dining and great fun. For details call Alberta at 415-453-9556.

Join us aboard the DV Escapade for some of the best Pacific coast diving around. Rather we venture to Carmel or stay in Monterey Bay, enjoy the majestic kelp forest and the colorful sea life. Keep your eyes peeled as the whales and dolphins have been around! 2-tank dives, refreshments on board and Nitrox is available upon request. $85.

Thousands of shore birds make Drakes Estero their home. The silent wings of bat rays glide beneath your kayak. Hundreds of harbor seals sun their bodies on sand bars and ospreys snatch perch from the water just ahead of your kayak. Join us and discover why our guides vie to lead this trip. $110.