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Take
the ferry across Racoon Straits to the "Jewel of the Bay"
and then kayak the Island's rugged coastline. The kids
will be eyeball to eyeball with harbor seals, and cormorants,
and see spectacular views of the City and Golden Gate.
This trip is ideal for a first time kayaking experience.
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Trip
Details
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Sea Trek's staff will pace the trip to accommodate
the kids.
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Scheduled ferries leave from Tiburon at 10 a.m
or from Pier 41 in San Francisco at 9:30am.
- When
the ferry docks you will see our boats on the
beach at Ayala Cove. Walk over and we will meet
you there.
- One
child can go in a double with an adult.
- All
trips begin and end at the ferry landing in
Ayala Cove.
- We'll
paddle along the shores of the protected east
side of the island. Our route may include the
Chinese Immigration Station or even beyond to
expansive Quarry Beach.
- Total
trip distance: 3.5 miles.
- Sea
Trek has the necessary equipment including lifejackets
and lightweight paddles for children.
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 Angel
Island Fascinating Facts:
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The island is approximately 5.5 miles in circumference.
- The
highest point is Mt. Livermore - at 780 feet the park
is named for Caroline Livermore who is responsible
for much of the open space in southern Marin County.
- The
island has been used as a Coastal Miwok village site,
a whalers and pirates hideout, and a ranch for raising
cattle.
- It
was a military base during the Civil War, and the
Spanish American war and a military induction center
during World War I. You can still see the abandoned
Nike missile installations.
Services
on the Island:
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Visitor centers are at Ayala Cove and North Fort Garrison
near Quarry Beach.
- Cove
Cafes serve food and beverages.
- Bike
rentals are available.
- Lawn
and group B-B-Q space is available.
- Tram
tours of the island are offered often.
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| Signing
up with Sea Trek: Please make trip reservations early
as they fill up quickly. All Sea Trek events are subject
to cancellation due to weather and lack of paddlers. If
Sea Trek cancels at any time, or if you cancel one week
or more prior to your trip, there is no charge. If you
cancel within a week of your trip, you will be charged
the full amount. There is no refund, however you may have
someone else take your place if you choose. We are happy
to reschedule you for another trip this year, for an additional
$25 per person. Sorry, there is no refund or credit for
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