WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES August 2007

Every Sat/Sun 10AM - 4:30PM - Basic Keelboat 1, Spinnaker Sailing, San Francisco, 415-543-7333, www.spinnaker-sailing.com Come and experience the thrill of sailing on the San Francisco Bay with this introductory 12-hour, two-day course that will familiarize you with all of the fundamental aspects of sailing on the bay. Call for Pricing.

Published: September, 2007 

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

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.

This class features the intermediate skills of edging and bracing, the skills you will need to feel competent and capable of paddling your kayak in challenging conditions. By the end of this class you feel control of your kayak in wind and waves, able to steer without the use of a rudder, and you will have learned the basics of surf landing. Taught by our patient and expert instructors, virtually everyone gets it. Enrollment is limited, so sign up now!  Cost: $98 per person.

Kayaking is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy the natural setting of the lovely coastside region of Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay. Get up close and personal with harbor seals, marine birds and other wildlife. $49 includes guides, kayaks and all gear.

Are you ready to try kayaking? Maximize your fun on the water! 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 a later class. $59 includes kayaks, all gear, and instruction.

This one-day introductory course is designed to give you the skills and confidence to begin paddling on your own in a single kayak. Price includes professional instruction, wetsuit, paddle jacket, and all kayaking equipment. Cost $110. Call for more information.

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 guides, kayaks and all gear.

A free BBQ & drinks and a fun crowd.  This is a great way to check out our Club and meet some of our sailors. 

September 16 7AM – 12PM – Monterey Diving, Advanced Diving Technologies, 925-432-2111,  www.adtscuba.com

It is time to be in the water.   The viz is terrific.  The Jellyfish are about and soon the Mola Molas.  We have been sighting all kinds of whales - blues, humpbacks and even a basking shark!  So don’t miss out.  Let’s go diving aboard the DV Escapade for two-tanks, $85.  Call today!

We invite divers of all skill levels to join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month 7pm at The Seafood Peddler Restaurant 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.

Drake’s 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! Cost: $98 per person.

Experience one of the Bay Area’s most beloved destinations: Angel Island. This trip begins with a basic safety and paddling skills orientation followed by kayaking on the bay, and lunch on Angel Island. All kayak equipment will be provided. Cost $100. Call for more information.

September 22 10AM - 3PM - Tomales Bay Kayak Tour, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com

Experience one the premier paddling destinations in California on this guided kayak tour. Colorful sea stars slide beneath your kayak as majestic Tule Elk roam the hillsides. $85 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.

The area around Hog Island is rich in wildlife and scenic beauty. Over 400 Tule Elk inhabit the peninsula and can be seen from the kayaks. We launch at Miller Park Boat Ramp and paddle to the remote beaches of the Peninsula. We will discover the myriad and diverse animals which inhabit the Bay and its shores. It is common to see harbor seals, bat-rays, leopard sharks, osprey, occasionally Sea Lions and some juvenile Gray Whales feeding in the area! Cost: $98 per person.

Let’s pack our kayaks and take a real kayaking adventure to Angel Island in the San Francisco Bay. While paddling the majestic Bay, take in the spectacular views of San Francisco, Mt. Tamalpais, Mt. Diablo, and the East Bay areas. $85 including equipment.