WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES

February 2 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 Thule Elk roam the hillsides. $85 including equipment.

Published: February, 2008 

February 10 10AM – 3PM - Angel Island Kayak Tour, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com

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.

 

February 14 6PM – 9PM - Valentine’s Evening Paddle - California Canoe & Kayak, Jack London Square, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com 

Bring your valentine kayaking on February 14 and get a Sweetheart Deal! (Second person goes for half-price.) The water is calm and glassy on the Oakland Estuary and the city lights add to the evening’s ambiance; our pace is leisurely so that you may enjoy an illuminating and delightful evening. What a great way to celebrate with your valentine! Refreshments provided. $75 for 2 persons. Call for reservations. 

 

February 14 Call for times – Moonlight Paddle, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com

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.

 

February 16 10AM – 2PM - Jury Rigging, Club Nautique - Sail & Powerboating School, 510-865-4700, www.clubnautique.net

Let our resident experts walk you through fixes for some common mishaps onboard. Our staff has learned first hand how a little ingenuity can help turn a potential mess back into relatively smooth sailing. Cost: Members $30/Non-Members $40.

 

February 16 4PM – 6PM -  OCSC’s Birthday BBQ - all invited!  OCSC Sailing,  Berkeley,  510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com

You’re invited to our 28th Birthday Party!  A free BBQ & drinks, a fun crowd and a launch into another year of fantastic sailing on San Francisco Bay!  Bring your friends and family too. 

 

February 20 7PM – 9PM – Clark Miller - The Maldives & Beyond, Marin Scuba Club, San Rafael, 415-453-9556, www.marinscuba.org

We invite divers of all skill levels to join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month 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.

 

February 21 7PM – 9PM, Warm Water Sea Kayaking Class, Richmond Pool and Oakland Estuary, California Canoe & Kayak, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com

This special two part cool-weather session takes place in a warm, friendly, indoor pool (Richmond) for Part 1; in Part 2 (Saturday, 1/23/08), we paddle on the sheltered waters of the Oakland Estuary. Graduates of this class are qualified to rent sea kayaks and participate in more advanced classes and trips. Class fee includes pool use, all kayak gear, wet suit, and free kayak rental coupon for future use! Cost $119 Book online, or call for reservations. 

 

February 22 Call for times – Moonlight Paddle, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com

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.

 

February 23 9AM – 5PM - Radar/GPS Clinic, Club Nautique - Sail & Powerboating School, 510-865-4700, www.clubnautique.net

Ask any experienced navigator which instrument they value most, GPS or radar. Almost universally the answer will be radar. It is the most powerful electronic navigation tool on most boats and few of us really know how to use it. Here’s your chance to learn!Cost: Members $282/Non-Members $375.

 

February 23 7PM – 9PM -  Weather for SF Bay Sailors Seminar,  OCSC Sailing,  Berkeley,  510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com

From California’s microclimates to lightning storms on the Bay, Sacramento’s tule fog to San Francisco summer fog, the anatomy of a winter storm to predicting Santa Ana conditions.  All this and much more!  A must for every Bay Sailor.  $15.  Call to make your reservation.

 

February 24 10AM – 3PM - Angel Island Kayak Tour, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com

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.

 

February 27 6PM – 8PM - Moonlight 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 night out on the Bay. You can soak in the beauty of the twinkling city lights while not lifting a finger; or pitch in and take the helm. Following the sail we will serve chili, chips, salsa, snacks, and beverages. A great time to get to know other like-minded sailors. $30 for members, $40 retailCall to make your reservation.

 

February 29 6PM – 9PM - Leap Year Evening Paddle - California Canoe & Kayak, Jack London Square, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com 

2008 is a Leap Year, and we’ll be on the water to take advantage of the extra day! February 29 only comes around once every four years, so join us for a unique and leisurely Friday evening kayak trip on the Oakland Estuary. The water is calm and the city lights create an enchanting ambiance. $49 per person.  Sign up online, or call for reservations.