This two-hour skippered charter is designed to provide folks who are considering getting into sailing a real glimpse of the sport, our club and our people. Cost $40.
Published: September, 2009
Every Saturday 12PM – 2PM or 2:30PM - 4:30PM - Introduction to Sailing Course, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
This two-hour skippered charter is designed to provide folks who are considering getting into sailing a real glimpse of the sport, our club and our people. Cost $40.
Every Sunday 9AM – Dusk - Charter Share, Club Nautique, Alameda/Sausalito, 510-865-4700, www.clubnautique.net
Every 6PM – 10PM - Wednesday Night Sail, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Wednesday This two-hour skippered charter is a great way to break up a long week. We’ll be sailing from 6 to 8 pm and follow that with a chili and chowder social. Don’t miss this great summer opportunity!
September 4 & 5 6:30PM – 9:30PM - Full Moon Tour, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Navigating your kayak by moonlight is a mystical experience you won’t soon forget. This unique kayak tour allows for a grand view of the moon rising into the night’s sky. The atmosphere is peaceful and calming, yet spectacular. We will paddle leisurely while admiring the moon’s silvery light reflecting off the water’s surface.
September 5 9AM – 11AM - Introduction to Stand Up Paddling, UCSF Outdoor Programs, San Francisco, 415-476-2078, www.outdoors.ucsf.edu
Try this exciting new sport right here in San Francisco. With easy access from Muni and Cal-train, the calm waters of Mission Creek and McCovey cove are a perfect starting ground. Class includes board, paddle, wetsuit, and instruction. Cost $90.
September 5 7PM – 10PM - Moonlight Kayaking, Jack London Square, Oakland Estuary, California Canoe & Kayak, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
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. Reservations required. $49, includes kayaks, all gear, and guides.
September 7 8AM – 11AM - Paddle the Gate, Sea Trek Kayaking Center, Sausalito, 415-332-8494, www.seatrek.com
This trip is in the shadow of the Golden Gate Bridge. 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. Beginners with a physically active lifestyle are welcome. $80.
September 11 6PM – 8:30PM - Sunset Sail, Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, www.callofthesea.org
Watch the sunset from the deck of our 82’ schooner, SEAWARD. This is a relaxing way to end the week! Wine, beer, beverages and appetizers included. Don’t forget your sweater. Adults: $40 / Youth (6-12) $25 / No toddlers please
September 12 9AM – 3PM - Drakes Estero, Drakes Bay Oyster Farm, Blue Waters Kayaking, 415-669-2600, www.bwkayak.com
Drake’s Estero is one of the most stunning places to paddle on the California coast, offering incredible opportunities for wildlife viewing. 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. Cost: $98/person.
September 12PM – 4PM - Free Boat Rides, Club Nautique, 510-865-4700, www.clubnautique.net
12-13 & 19-20 Come to the Northern California Boat Show in Jack London Square. Climb on a boat and take a trip around the Alameda estuary. Included in admission to the Boat Show. Visit their website at: http://www.ncma.com/ncmaFallIntro.html for more information.
September 12 6PM – 10PM - Saturday Night Sail, Tradewinds Sailing School & Club, Richmond, 510-232-7999, www.tradewindssailing.com
Join us for an evening sail on the bay. Navigate at night and enjoy the romance of the bay after dark. $30 (Free for club members).
September 13 7AM – 12 PM - Monterey Scuba Diving, Advanced Diving Technologies, 925-754-8180, www.adtscuba.com
Fall is nearing and that means the jellyfish are back. Don’t miss this one. Keep watch for the brown jellies, moon jellies and medushas. They are all in the Bay and posing for that snapshot. Swim through the majestic kelp forest with the sea lions. Join us for this 2 tank dive, $90, nitrox available upon request.
September 13 10AM – 2PM - Bay Cruising Workshop, Club Nautique, Sausalito, 415-332-8001, www.clubnautique.net
Let us show you our favorite spots and some that few people know about. We love sailing and powerboating and we can’t wait to pass that enthusiasm on to you. You can’t help but get hooked when there are so many fun things to do! Reservations required. Members: FREE/Non-Members: $75
September 13 10AM – 3PM - Tomales Bay Kayak Tour, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Experience one of the premier paddling destinations in California on this guided kayak tour. Wildlife abounds in this spectacular setting. One of the largest protected bay and coastal areas in California; this kayaker’s paradise is a short distance from San Francisco and the Bay Area.
September 16 10:30AM – 2:30PM - Corte Madera Marsh, Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Come explore the wetlands along Corte Madera Marsh while taking in the views of Mount Tampalpais and the San Francisco Bay. We will paddle out in stable double sea kayaks while keeping our eyes open for the curious harbor seals that gather nearby. If conditions permit, we may take an optional side trip past the infamous San Quentin Prison, then stop for lunch on a nice sandy beach with incredible views.
September 18 4PM – 6PM - Free Monthly BBQ, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
BBQs are a good opportunity for anyone who is interested in getting into sailing to learn more about OCSC and all that we have to offer.
September 19 9AM – 3PM - Tule Elk Tour, Blue Waters Kayaking, Tomales Bay, 415-669-2600, www.bwkayak.com
Often the shorter tours are not enough when there is so much to see on Tomales Bay! 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 per person.
September 19 9:30AM – 12:30PM - Adventure Sail, Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, www.callofthesea.org
Help the crew raise sails and steer the boat, or just sit back and enjoy the view! Morning winds are typically light so we often get to sail under the Golden Gate Bridge. This is a great sail for families. Snacks and beverages included. Adults: $40 / Youth (6 - 12) $25 / Kids (under 6) Free.
September 20 8AM – 8PM - Farallones Sail, Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, www.callofthesea.org
We will sail 27 miles outside the Golden Gate to the Farallon Islands National Wildlife Refuge. We should arrive around mid-day for some sightseeing as we sail close to the islands. Marine mammals and seabirds abound! The trip includes a light breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Depending on the weather, this can be a challenging sail, so be prepared. Adults and Youth (12 and older) $140.
September 20 10AM – 2PM - Kayak Basics, Oakland Estuary, California Canoe & Kayak, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
Are you ready to try kayaking? Maximize your fun on the water! This 4 hour class 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 lesson. Includes coupon for future rental, good for 2 hours! Reservations required. $59
September 22 10AM – 4PM - Ladies Sail, Tradewinds Sailing School & Club, Richmond, 510-232-7999, www.tradewindssailing.com
Join us for our ladies sail. Free for sailing club members, $30 for non-members. Ask about our new Mate’s Membership if you’d like to attend all of our club events without spending the extra cash.
September 26 9AM – 12PM - Beyond China Basin, UCSF Outdoor Programs, San Francisco, 415-476-2078, outdoors.ucsf.edu
Join us as we leave the protected waters of Mission Creek and head north to explore the San Francisco waterfront by kayak. Trip includes all necessary kayaking gear. $65
September 26 11AM – 3PM - Open House, Tradewinds Sailing School & Club, Richmond, 510-232-7999, www.tradewindssailing.com
Open to the public at our new facility. Invite your friends and come on out for Bar-B-Q hot dogs and snacks. Bring the family and friends out and have a look!
September 27 8:45AM – 4PM - Beginning Sea Kayaking, Oakland Estuary, California Canoe & Kayak, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
Your ticket to the wonderful world of sea kayaking! Enjoy a day on the water learning how to paddle a sea kayak with our expert instructors. Be prepared to get wet! Graduates of this class are qualified to rent closed- deck sea kayaks and participate in more advanced classes and trips. Includes boat, wet suit and paddling gear, and free coupon for a future rental! Reservations required. $99 Includes kayaks and all gear.
September 27 9AM – 3:30PM - Drakes Estero Paddle, Sea Trek Kayaking Center, Sausalito, 415-332-8494, www.seatrek.com
Pound for pound this is one of the best kayaking venues in the Bay Area. A pristine estuary loaded with wildlife including one of the largest concen trations of Harbor Seal on the California coast. Lots of bat rays, leopard sharks and awesome views. $95.
