![Pin It It is Spring at Channel Islands National Park and the islands are full of new life. The bald eagles are hatching and this year there is a record number of breeding pairs on the islands. It has been wonderful to hear of the success the The Institute for Wildlife Studies has been having with [...]](http://www.sbadventureco.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/islandwaves-409x270.jpg "Spring at Channel Islands Park")
It is Spring at Channel Islands National Park and the islands are full of new life. The bald eagles are hatching and this year there is a record number of breeding pairs on the islands. It has been wonderful to hear of the success the The Institute for Wildlife Studies has been having with the bald eagle restoration project. We didn't see any bald eagles on this trip, but we did have an...
Read More![Pin It How Did Santa Barbara Get its Name? The Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizcaino sailed through the channel between Santa Barbara and the Channel Islands in December of 1602. There was a dense fog during the voyage and when the fog cleared the islands could be seen in the distance. The channel was named Santa [...]](http://www.sbadventureco.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/stbarbara-409x270.jpg "How Did Santa Barbara Get its Name?")
How Did Santa Barbara Get its Name? The Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizcaino sailed through the channel between Santa Barbara and the Channel Islands in December of 1602. There was a dense fog during the voyage and when the fog cleared the islands could be seen in the distance. The channel was named Santa Barbara because the ship traveled through this area on St. Barbara's feast day,...
Read More![Pin It Recently Ralph Clevenger came by the warehouse and needed some equipment for a photography class he was instructing. Always up for an adventure, we agreed to help Ralph out with some Adventure Company kayaking gear for the trip. And then this week a disk of amazing photos arrived at our office. We were happy to [...]](http://www.sbadventureco.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/underwater1-409x270.jpg "Ralph Clevenger: Photos from the Channel Islands")
Recently Ralph Clevenger came by the warehouse and needed some equipment for a photography class he was instructing. Always up for an adventure, we agreed to help Ralph out with some Adventure Company kayaking gear for the trip. And then this week a disk of amazing photos arrived at our office. We were happy to see the results of his photo shoot at the Channel Islands. Looks like he...
Read More![Pin It During the summer we offer a lot of trips, but our two most popular trips to Channel Islands National Park are Sea Cave Kayaking at Scorpion Ranch and the Painted Cave Kayak excursion. Both are incredible trips and I would highly recommend them to anyone considering a trip to the islands. Both trips [...]](http://www.sbadventureco.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/islandboat-409x270.jpg "What is the difference between Scorpion Ranch and Painted Cave Kayaking?")
During the summer we offer a lot of trips, but our two most popular trips to Channel Islands National Park are Sea Cave Kayaking at Scorpion Ranch and the Painted Cave Kayak excursion. Both are incredible trips and I would highly recommend them to anyone considering a trip to the islands. Both trips explore areas of Santa Cruz Island. Both depart early in the morning and are full day...
Read MoreWhatever route you choose, the view overlooking the Santa Barbara coastline will provide the perfect backdrop for your ride.
Our paragliding school specializes in teaching the fundamentals for the beginning pilot. You'll get to have fun right away--no prior flying experience is necessary!
All of our one-day coastal trips cover comprehensive paddling instruction, include an excellent lunch served on a secluded beach.
