Channel Islands
When I first thought about kayaking the Channel Islands (off the coast of Santa Barbara / Ventura in California), I hit the maps. Immediately, it made sense that one could put together a great trip by "island hopping" from ... paddling.net
Santa Cruz Island / Channel Islands
This wont be a normal trip report. They never are whenever I venture out with Tim Keen. He challenges me takes the trip to an extra level. And I, the gracious friend in tow, always attempt to rise for it. Because in the ext... paddling.net
Ventura To Carpenteria State Beach
Like to Kayak? Like to go camping? ...Will your tent fit in your boat? That was the question. Here's how six of us answered it.. I pulled up to Mom's beach with doughnuts at 6:40 as the lot gates were being opened. We all t... paddling.net
Kayaking Tour Of Southern California
Experience the excitement of Kayaking in California during this two to three hour Kayaking Tour of Southern California. You and your guests will receive a complete Sea Kayaking Lesson before heading out from either Oxn... xperiencedays.com
Island Packers
Cruising the California Channel Islands for education, recreation, and research since 1968. Island Packers has over 36 years of experience as a tour operator in the waters around the California Channel Islands. Island ... outdoortrips.info
Lake Casitas
Casitas Lake is a rather "tame" area (vs. "wilderness") in view of it's developed and regulated status. But here is "good part" for the kayaker: Body contact is not allowed in the lake, hence it is a very clean and less cro... paddling.net
Anacapa Island
Anacapa Island is actually a chain of three small islands, located twelve miles off the California coast and linked together by reefs that are visible at low tide. The islands are named appropriately East, Middle a... lighthousefriends.com
East Anacapa Island: Landing Cove To Pinniped Point, Oxnard,...
This tour offers breathtaking views of Arch Rock and a visit to the California sea lion haul-out at Pinniped Point located on the south side of East Anacapa Island. trails.com
Leo Carillo State Beach
The beach was named after Leo Carrillo, a popular radio and TV performer, who also served on the State Park and Recreation Commission. He was related by blood and marriage to a long line of distinguished original Californ... famplosion.com
Lake Piru
Lake Piru is a "typical" man made lake in a relatively arid area. I enjoyed the moderately windy conditions and the chance to view beautiful cliffs and wildlife up close and personal from a kayak. The lake featured afternoo... paddling.net