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.
Published: February, 2010
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.
February 3 6PM – 8PM - Chartering the B.V.I.s, Club Nautique - Sailing School 510-865-4700, www.clubnautique.net
Winter Wednesday Seminar Series presented by field experts. Seminars are informational and highlight various aspects of the boating lifestyle. Chartering the B.V.I.s – Presented by Rod Witel, Club Nautique member and frequent B.V.I. charterer. Reservations required. Free!
February 4 7PM – 9PM - Warm Water Sea Kayaking (2 sessions), California Canoe & Kayak, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
This special cool-weather sea kayak class takes place in a warm, friendly, indoor pool (Richmond) for Part 1; in Part 2, 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. Classes take place on Thursday evening and two days later on a Saturday morning, (9AM-1PM). $119 includes pool use on 2/4, all kayak gear for both sessions, wet suit, and kayak rental coupon for future use!
February 13 5PM – 8PM - Valentine’s Day Paddle: Jack London Square, California Canoe & Kayak, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
Take your Valentine on a romantic evening kayak ride! Launching from Jack London Square on the Oakland Estuary, we’ll enjoy a leisurely pace, catch the sunset, and watch the city lights set the stage for an enchanting evening on the water. The Estuary is calm and protected, so you’ll stay warm and dry in our cozy tandem sea kayaks. No previous kayaking experience necessary! $39, includes all equipment and guides.
February 14 9AM – 2:30PM - 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.
February 15 10AM – 2PM - 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 Tamalpais 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.
February 17 6PM – 8PM - Nautical Photography, Club Nautique - Sailing School 510-865-4700, www.clubnautique.net
Winter Wednesday Seminar Series presented by field experts. Seminars are informational and highlight various aspects of the boating lifestyle. Nautical Photography – Presented by Peter Lyons of Lyons Imaging. Reservations required. Cost: Free!
February 20 10AM – 1PM - Splicing Seminar, Tradewinds Sailing School & Club, 510-232-7999 www.tradewindssailing.com
Join us at the Tradewinds clubhouse where we will be hosting a splicing seminar taught by West Marine rigging specialists. Learn how and why to splice double-braid and more. Make your own dock lines. Learn what tools you should keep on your boat so that you can splice anywhere. This is a great seminar for boat owners. 20/Members, $30/Non-members.
February 24 6PM – 10PM - Moonlight Sail, OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
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 opportunity for a mid-week break! Cost $40.
February 24 7PM – 9PM - Virginia Bria: Images from Dominica and Fiji, 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 Flatiron on 724 B Street in San Rafael for a featured presentation. We offer guest speakers discussing all aspects of diving using multi-media video presentations. Contact Alberta for more information: (415) 717-3224
February 26 6:15PM – 9PM - 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. This unique kayak tour allows for a grand view of the moon rising into the night’s sky. We will paddle leisurely while admiring the moon’s silvery light reflecting off the water’s surface.
February 27 6PM – 9:30PM - Moonlight Kayaking, California Canoe & Kayak, Jack London Square, 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. $39, includes all equipment and guides.
February 28 7AM – 12PM - Scuba in Monterey, Advanced Diving Technologies, 925-754-8180, www.adtscuba.com
This is the best diving season for Northern California. The viz has improved due to the cloudy days and the water is warmer due to southern currents. The whales are in the Bay and the kelp forest is as beautiful as ever. Enjoy the myriad of colors, unbelievable until you experience it. 2 tank dive $90, Twin cylinders welcome and Nitrox available.
