WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES July 2007

Every 10AM - 4:30PM - Basic Keelboat 1, Spinnaker Sailing, San Francisco, 415-543-7333, www.spinnaker-sailing.com. 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.

Published: July, 2007 

Every 6PM - 8PM - Wednesday Night Sail, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com

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.

Be there when the bay wakes up.  We will paddle north into the Tomales Bay State, a beautifully forested shoreline with rock faces covered in bright orange algae. The 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 per person.

Celebrate the 4th by watching the spectacular fireworks from onboard the deck of the 82’ Seaward Schooner.  No experience needed to join!  Tickets for the boat ride are just $65. Please call and make your reservation soon - space is limited.

Climb aboard one of our ocean ready cruising yachts with a Coast Guard Licensed Skipper and get a taste of the open sea! It’s a great way to experience ocean sailing in this intimate setting. Seating limited to 6 so call early to make your required reservation. Life vest with harness required. $145 for CN Members/$195 for Non-Members

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.

July 8 9AM – 3PM – Drakes Estero Tour, Blue Waters Kayaking, Tomales Bay, 415-669-2600, www.bwkayak.com

Drake’s Estero opens July 1.  The Estero is one of the most stunning places to paddle on the California coast, offering incredible opportunities for wildlife viewing. Departing from Drake’s Bay Oyster Co., we’ll glide through the eelgrass and kelp beds of this scenic estuary, home to harbor seals, bat rays, leopard sharks and many birds species such as osprey, geese, white pelicans, loons, grebes, shorebirds. We limit the number of participants, so please reserve early! $98 per person

Free ladies sail at Tradewinds Sailing School. Join us and sail to a lunch destination on the bay.

Join us for an exploration by sea kayak of Bair Island and 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 a national wildlife refuge. This is a fun day of easy paddling in a spectacular, calm-water wonderland right in our own backyard! $100 includes equipment

Climb aboard our 34’ Mainship Trawler for a fun filled day of cruising around the Bay. Get a different perspective of the waterfront and tour local sights. Seating limited to 6 so call early to make your required reservation. $165 for CN Members/$210 for Non-Members

We invite divers of all skill levels to join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month 7:00 p.m. 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. Contact Alberta: marinscubaclubmembership@yahoo.com.

Join Outdoor Programs for a full day of sea kayaking and camaraderie. This one-day trip begins with a basic safety and paddling skills orientation followed by kayaking on the bay, and lunch on Angel Island.  Previous kayaking experience required. $100 including equipment.

Experience the tranquility and magic of sunset and moon rise on Tomales Bay. On this easy-paced tour we meander across the Bay to the Point Reyes National Seashore. Watch the day change to night in the company of seals and birds, such as night herons, osprey and kingfishers. The full moon casts a mystical glow on the water as our kayaks glide home. This special three hour event will launch from our Marshall site. These tours fill up, so call early to reserve. $68 per person

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, includes equipment, guides, and moonlight! 

The weather is right and the diving is perfect.  Join us aboard the DV Escapade to dive the beautiful kelp forest and the wonderful sea life.  Maybe the seals will be with us and keep watch for the whales and dolphins. Call to reserve your space now.