WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES

7-May

Sat/Sun Come and experience the thrill of sailing on the San Francisco Bay with this introductory 12 hour, 2-day course that will familiarize you with all of the fundamental aspects of sailing on the bay. Call for Pricing.

Wed   Set sail aboard one of our larger yachts skippered by a professional OCSC skipper and enjoy a relaxing sunset out on the Bay. You can soak in the beauty of the evening while not lifting a finger; or pitch in and take the helm. Following the sail we will serve chili, chips, salsa, and beverages. A great time to get to know other like-minded sailors. $30 for members, $40 retail. Call to make your reservation.

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 per person.

Often the shorter tours are not enough when there is so much to see on Tomales Bay! We will launch at Nick’s Cove and 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 which inhabits the Bay and its shores: tule elk, harbor seals, bat-rays, hawks, waterfowl, sea stars and other intertidal life. $98/person

Spring is here and the diving is great. The whales are running and now is the time to see them! Join us for some of the best cold water diving in the world. Swim through the beautiful kelp forest and experience all the wonderful and color of the Monterey/Carmel Reefs. Be on the Escapade for the 2-tank dives, refreshments and more. Nitrox available upon request.  

Help keep our local beaches clean! Just show up at Ocean Beach at the end of Taraval St and we’ll provide gloves, bags and instructions. Rain cancels this event.

This gentle naturalist-led tour includes an introductory kayak lesson and is perfect for first-time paddlers – young and old. Bring the whole family along for a fun adventure of paddling and nature watching. $68/person.

This one-day course will introduce you to the finer details of the kayak forward stroke. Brent Reitz, world class racer and 6 time National Wildwater Champion discusses stroke mechanics, body posture, boat dynamics, and more. We video and critique your stroke during the class! Most of the day will be spent on the water practicing. Remember, it’s not pure strength, but good technique that’s important! $159, including instruction, videography, and kayak equipment. 

This is for all women who would like to find about sailing from other women sailors. You do not have to be a sailor; this is for first time sailors. It is how Tradewinds shares the love of sailing. Free ladies sail leaves the dock at 10AM and returns between 3PM and 5PM. The sail will stop for lunch at one of the many restaurants on the bay. We have room for 24 sailors, call for your reservation. P.S. This is a women sail, sorry, no men allowed.

We invite divers of all skill levels to join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month 7PM at The Seafood Peddler Restaurant (upstairs) in San Rafael for a featured presentation. We offer guest speakers discussing all aspects of diving using multi-media video presentations. Stay active in your scuba/freediving community! For information, contact Alberta: 415-453-9556, marinscubaclubmembership@yahoo.com

Come and check out our Club and Fleet and meet some of our wonderful members.  Free BBQ food and drinks for you and your friends in tow. 

Are you ready to try kayaking? This half-day class (4 hours) allows you to paddle a few different types of kayaks, including Touring Kayaks (for open water), Recreational Kayaks and Sit- on-Tops. Learn the basic strokes and the difference between boat types. This class emphasizes basic water safety, but saves capsize recovery practice for the Beginning Sea Kayaking class. Includes coupon for future rental, good for 2 hours! $59, including instructor and equipment. 

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 in good physical condition. $85 per person.

Explore the farmland of West Marin by kayak! Beginning at Valley Ford in farm country and meandering six miles to the ocean at Bodega Bay, the environment transitions at each bend. At the peak of wildflower and hawk mating season this is a spectacular tour. Bring your wildflower book and binoculars. $119/person.

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 per person.

Join us for an exploration of Bair Island via Corkscrew Slough. Launching from the public boat ramp on Redwood Creek in Redwood City, we cruise through a paddler’s paradise of intimate waterways and tidal marshes within the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. This is a wonderful day of easy paddling in a spectacular, calm-water wonderland. $100, including guides and equipment. 

Join us and enjoy the panoramic views from Richardson Bay as the sun sets behind Mount Tamalpais on this moonlight kayak adventure. Beginner friendly, all kayak equipment will be provided. Cost $65. Call for more information.

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 per person.