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Join
Sea Trek's Michael Morgan and gain an intimate glimpse
into the world of the Tule Elk. Michael's 2000+
hours living, breathing and studying the elk will
educate and entertain you on this guided paddle
across Tomales Bay and into the hills of the Tule
Elk's habitat. |
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individuals looking for an exciting first time sea
kayaking trip will love this paddle! |
Check
out the great options for a Private Trip with
just you and your friends, family or co-workers!
(click here
for more info)
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Trip
Details
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We'll launch our kayaks at Miller Park Boat
Launch on Highway 1, past the towns of Pt.
Reyes Station and Marshall.
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We'll paddle across Tomales Bay (about 1 mile)
past Hog Island and the sculpted white cliffs
of White Gulch. From here we can hike or we
can paddle on for 5 miles towards the bay's
mouth.The total trip distance can be as long
as 12 miles if desired. We can stop for lunch
(bring your own) at any number of beaches
along the way.
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 Tomales
Bay and Tule Elk Fascinating Facts:
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Tomales Bay is about 15 miles long and one mile wide.
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The average depth of the bay is 15 feet, but its deepest
point is about 60 feet down.
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The west side of Tomales Bay is part of the Point
Reyes National Seashore and is covered by granite
cliffs and pine forests. The eastern side of Tomales
Bay is bordered by Highway 1. The towns of Marshall
and Tomales are the social center for local ranchers,
oyster farmers, and passersby.
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Coastal Miwok people stayed on Tomales Bay as a summer
retreat in houses built of reeds while they hunted,
fished, and gathered clams, oysters, and mussels.
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500 harbor seals make Tomales Bay their home. Gray
whales have been spotted at the mouth of the bay year
round.
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lion, coyote, raccoon, and skunk are all found on
the peninsula next to Tomales Bay. Bat rays, leopard
sharks, halibut and herring are also found in the
bay. .
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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
no shows. |
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