The north coast is a fabulous place to paddle for both the novice and experienced paddler alike. Whether you have never set foot in a kayak before, or if you have paddled around the world, we have a tour that is right for you. Join us on an adventure to enjoy spectacular views and the beautiful flora and fauna in our own backyard! The tours serve as a great way to get your first taste for sea kayaking before enrolling in Kayak Fundamentals or the Sea Kayak series.
If these class dates do not work for your schedule, no need to worry! Please call 707.826.3357 and Center Activities will help you organize a private outing!
Novice Tours: In addition to the beautiful sights, these tours cater especially to the first time kayaker. Experienced paddlers are welcome to attend as well!
FAMILY FUN DAY ON THE BAY
Every Sunday June 2 - August 4
Bring the whole family for a paddle on the Eureka Waterfront. There will be a variety of boats to choose from and experienced guides to provide a fun, safe and memorable family adventure. This is a great affordable option to bring the whole family together for this exciting day of play on the bay!
Program Fee: $20 Per Adult, Free for children 8 - 17 years old (limit 2)
$10 for each additional child
Program Fee Includes: instruction and gear
Trip Departure: 1:00 pm from the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center (921 Waterfront Drive, Eureka - next to the Adorni Center)
KINETIC GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP PADDLE TOUR
May 26
Join us for a sea kayak paddle on the Eureka Waterfront and witness the fun and wild Kinetic Grand Championship. This tour will give you an on water view of the amazing kinetic sculptures as they plunge down the Eureka Boat Ramp into the bay. There will be plenty of opportunity to hoot, holler and cheer for your favorite sculpture and watch the less buoyant ones topple over. More information will be provided upon registration.
Program Fee: $40
Program Fee Includes: sea kayak instruction, sea kayaks and gear
Trip Departure: Sunday, 9:00am, From the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center (921 Waterfront Drive, Eureka - next to the Adorni Center)
Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 23
Note: $5 from every participant fee will be donated to the Kinetic Grand Championships.
EUREKA WATERFRONT SUNSET TOURS
Option I: June 14
Option II: July 12
Option III: August 2
Join us for a paddle on the Eureka Waterfront and Woodley Island area. This tour will put in at the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center. There will be plenty of opportunity to view wildlife, paddle and enjoy the waterfront from the bay. More information will be mailed upon registration.
Program Fee: $40
Program Fee Includes: sea kayak instruction, sea kayaks and gear
Trip Departure: Friday, 5:30 pm from the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center (921 Waterfront Drive, Eureka - next to the Adorni Center)
Registration Deadline: Thursday before each trip
NORTHERN HUMBOLDT BAY: EUREKA - ARCATA TOUR
June 22
This tour crosses Humboldt Bay and provides a view and perspective of the local area unseen by most. We will be following the tide and paddling with the current to the Samoa Boat Ramp. This paddle is designed for the experienced beginner to intermediate paddler with a trip distance of about five miles. Additional information will be mailed upon registration.
Program Fee: $45
Program Fee Includes: transportation, sea kayak instruction, sea kayaks and gear
Trip Departure: 11:00 am from the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center (921 Waterfront Drive, Eureka - next to the Adorni Center).
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 20
4TH OF JULY PADDLE TOUR
July 4 Option I: 9am - 12pm Option II: 1 - 4pm
Celebrate this year's Independence Day with a beautiful paddle on the Eureka Waterfront and Woodley Island area. This tour will depart from the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center and continue around Woodley Island. There will plenty of opportunities to view the many birds and other wildlife while paddling. More information will be provided upon registration.
Program Fee: $40
Program Fee Includes: sea kayak instruction and all necessary gear
Trip Departure: Sunday, 9am and 1pm from the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center (921 Waterfront Drive, Eureka - next to the Adorni Center)
