Environmental Traveling Companions

"Last year my son, a student at California School for the Blind, participated in a sea kayaking trip with ETC. He had a wonderful time and smiled every time we talked about his adventure. Because he not only has blindess to contend with but also cerebral palsy, his opportunities are often limited. Thank you for having the experience and patience to make this fascinating adventure accessible to him and for broadening his contact with the world of nature."

--Deborah McFatter, Parent

SEA KAYAKING PROGRAM

Join Environmental Traveling Companions on a thrilling sea kayak adventure. No experience is necessary for these exciting paddles on San Francisco Bay and beyond.  

We paddle stable, two or three-person kayaks, and can adapt the itineraries to meet your specific needs. We offer trips tailored specifically for groups and individuals with disabilities, youth and school groups, corporate outings, as well as for families and friends. We offer scholarships and special rates for agencies providing services for people with special needs. Individuals with special needs can choose to sign up for special individual trips and discover the freedom of paddling on the Bay and beyond.

Sea Kayaking Adventures

ANGEL ISLAND OVERNIGHTS  ($100)
The "Jewel of the Bay" is our destination for these overnight kayaking expeditions—an ETC favorite for special needs groups. In true expedition style, we carry most of our gear in our kayaks for the open water crossing to Angel Island. If necessary, wheelchairs and other large items are transported by ferry and await the paddlers on the beach when they arrive. We stay in an accessible Victorian House, full of history and charm, where we cook on a wood burning stove and eat family style meals in the formal dining room. At night stunning views and stories round out this true adventure in our own backyard.

SAUSALITO SCENIC TOURS  ($50)
A great introduction to sea kayaking. Call about Summer dates for 2007.

SAN FRANCISCO BAY PADDLES
You'll discover sea lions, pelicans, local lore and laughter as we explore the Sausalito waterfront and the shoreline of Richardson Bay. After a picnic lunch along the shore we paddle home through Sausalito's unique houseboat community.

FULL MOON DINNER PADDLES
Schedule a private trip for a group of eight or more. Launch from Sausalito in late afternoon for a sunset paddle to Sam's Anchor Cafe in Tiburon and enjoy a sumptuous meal with your group as the full moon rises over Angel Island. When dinner is done, we launch our boats again for a magical paddle home under the light of the full moon. Our experienced guides will lead you safely through the darkness for unforgettable views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline. Proceeds from these trips support our special needs programs.

CUSTOM PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL GROUPS
Take your students beyond the classroom. ETC offers field trips for school groups that provide customized curricula in marine ecology, natural history, leadership skills, and disability awareness. Programs for students can be structured from 1-5 days and can be scheduled on Angel Island or Tomales Bay.



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Program Group Trips
Individual Trips
Full Moon Paddles
Map to ETC Kayak in Sausalito

RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION
To obtain further information about ETC Sea Kayaking trips or to schedule a trip, contact ETC's Sea Kayaking Manager, Allison Maffei.

Phone:
415-474-7662, ext 13
FAX:
415-474-3919
E-mail:

Write:

ETC, Allison Maffei
Fort Mason Center Building C
San Francisco, CA 94123

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