North Tomales Bay – Nature and Whale Watching Tour, 10am-2pm, Launch Lawson's Landing near Dillon Beach, $88 per person
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Welcome to Blue Waters Kayaking along the northern peninsula of Tomales Bay! We are excited that you will be joining us on the adventure to find the Grey Whale that has been thrilling Tomales Bay boaters and clam digger for the past month. We invite both experienced and first time kayakers alike to join us on this beautiful paddle. Tomales Bay is a picturesque coastal inlet that is protected from the sea by the Point Reyes Peninsula. It is also home to herds of Tule Elk, once common to the greater San Francisco Bay Area. It is not uncommon to see osprey, harbor seals, pelicans, bat rays and other species of wildlife including Tule Elk from the water.
Itinerary: We will meet at Lawson’s Landing. After organizing gear and reviewing basic kayaking instructions and safety procedures, we'll launch our boats and paddle across the bay. We'll explore along the Pt. Reyes shoreline, enjoying the wildlife and beautiful scenery. We'll go rain or shine.
Equipment: Our double kayaks track well, are difficult to capsize, and are easy to maneuver. All the necessary gear such as life jackets, paddles, and spray skirts is provided.
What to bring: Come prepared for variable weather. Bring clothes that reflect your degree of sensitivity to heat and cold.
• $7.00 cash for state park parking fee.
• Wool or fleece hat (for cool evenings).
• Long-underwear, avoid cotton.
• Quick-dry shorts or baggy nylon pants that can be rolled up.
• Shoes you don't mind getting wet: sandals and wool socks, wetsuit booties, aqua
socks or rubber boot in cool weather.
• Windbreaker/rain jacket
• Long sleeve: wool, capilene, poly pro, or some other synthetic material, no cotton.
• Sweater: pile, fleece or whool pullover.
• Change of clothes, including dry shoes.
• 1 liter (minimum) water bottle.
• High-energy snacks or light lunch.
Release Forms: Please read, sign and bring the enclosed release of liability and assumption of risk
form with you on our trip.
Directions: Lawson’s Landing; 137 Marine View Drive Dillon Beach, CA 94929, (707) 878-2443. There is no cell phone service. We will meet at Lawson’s Landing, which is located on the northeast end of Tomales Bay near Dillon Beach. To arrive at Lawson’s Landing, travel to the town of Tomales, Ca. Once in town take Dillon Beach Road (next to the Diekmann’s General Store) to Dillon Beach. Staying to your left, follow signs through the town of Dillon down to Dillon Beach. Continue to the entrance gate for Lawson’s Landing, after you check-in continue to the Bait Shop and boat launch (stay to the right). There is a $7 parking fee. We will meet you at the Lawson’s Landing Bait Shop and boat launch.
