Kayaking
Sea kayaks provide a unique way to explore the hidden treasures of the ocean.
Go out for a cruise on one of our kayak
tours or get more in-depth training with a kayak class. Our
classes cover topics such as equipment, paddling skills, rescue
techniques, surf zone skills and much more.
Sea kayak instructor, Dave Johnston, is a former International
Surf Kayak World Champion. He is also a UCSC graduate
and the owner of Venture Quest Kayaking. He has worked
with the UCSC Recreation Department since 1985.
You can also become a Kayak Volunteer Assistant. You will gain kayaking and leadership
skills, while exploring some of California's most beautiful areas with fun and
interesting people. Must have some previous kayaking experience or plans to take
one of our kayaking classes. Meetings are held at the beginning of each quarter.
For date and time, look in the Recreation Guide or call the Recreation Office
at 459-2806.
Some of our kayaking activities depart from the UCSC Dock at the Santa Cruz Yacht
Harbor. Click here for a map of the harbor and directions.
Kayak Elkhorn Slough
Date: Sat, 5/8/10
Times: 8:30 am-3:30 pm
Cost: $46.00
Kayak Santa Cruz/Whale Watch Lite 1
Date: Sat, 5/1/10
Times: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Cost: $32.00
Kayak Santa Cruz/Whale Watch Lite 2
Date: Sun, 5/9/10
Times: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Cost: $32.00
Kayak Volunteer Meeting
Date: Tue, 4/13/10
Times: 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Cost: $0.00
Kayak Whale Watch Lite/Sunset Paddle #1
Date: Sat, 4/17/10
Times: 5:00 pm-8:00 pm
Cost: $32.00
Kayak Whale Watching
Date: Sun, 4/25/10
Times: 8:00 am-12:30 pm
Cost: $40.00
Moonlight Paddle #1
Date: Sat, 4/24/10
Times: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Cost: $32.00
Moonlight Paddle #2
Date: Sun, 4/25/10
Times: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Cost: $32.00
Moonlight Paddle #3
Date: Sat, 5/22/10
Times: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Cost: $32.00
