The Adventure Blog

Read about our adventures as we explore California's coast and Channel Islands National Park!

Behind the Camera Lens: An interview with Aaron Echols

You may have noticed Aaron’s stunning photography on our social media and website. We have a great deal of respect for his work and sat down for an interview to learn more on his background and love for the Channel Islands. First car: 94 sentra Favorite island: San Miguel Person I admire: Steve Junak If I was an animal,…

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Great Ideas for Enjoying the 4th of July Outdoors!

Independence Day, aka the 4th of July, falls this year on a Thursday. For some that means a Thursday off work to enjoy a day of exploring outdoors! It also might mean that you find yourself with guests in town to entertain! Santa Barbara is a great place to spend your day. Here are some…

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Get Outdoors & Explore This Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is coming up! Why not plan something outdoors to celebrate those special women in your life? Maybe your mom loves spending time in nature or maybe you want to share with her something you love! Either way, spending time together outdoors is a unique way to celebrate Mother’s Day that’s sure to create…

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Channel Islands Snorkeling Trip

Santa Barbara Island Snorkeling Photos

Santa Barbara Island is located 55 miles from Ventura County and is a great location for a few day visit to enjoy island kayaking, snorkeling and camping with friends. Santa Barbara Island is the smallest of the eight California Channel Islands. The island is home to a large sea lion rookery and several seabird nesting…

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Are you ready to explore the Channel Islands by kayak?

There is a significant difference between kayaking inside the breakwater of the Santa Barbara harbor and kayaking out at Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park. We often receive phone calls from people asking how to know if they have the basic skills and are ready for ocean kayaking. Ocean Kayaking Eligibility At Santa Barbara…

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Santa Barbara Adventure Receives 10-Year Contract at Channel Islands

Santa Barbara Adventure Company has received a 10-year concession contract to operate guided sea-kayak and snorkel tours at Scorpion Anchorage on Santa Cruz Island in the Channel Islands National Park. Scorpion Anchorage is a Marine Protected Area and part of NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. Santa Cruz Island offers world-class sea-cave kayaking and wildlife…

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Events and Activities in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Christmas Events and Activites

It’s the holiday season and there is no better time of year to visit Santa Barbara! If you are in town for the holiday and looking for a fun time, here is a list of events and activities that run throughout the Christmas season. Catch a movie at the Arlington Theater The Arlington Theater at…

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Santa Barbara’s Best Parks

Throughout the year guests from around the world travel to Santa Barbara to enjoy the temperate climate and explore the area’s many parks, some offering a reeling grass knoll to view the ocean and others with scenic hiking trails of the front country. Santa Barbara offers many beautiful parks at which to relax and enjoy…

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Events and Activities in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Travel Planner – Download Free

Since 1998 Santa Barbara Adventure Company has been helping visitors plan amazing trips to California’s Coast. Our local staff answers all types of questions about tours and much, much more. Recently we sat down and created a helpful Santa Barbara Traveler Planner that anyone can download free. We know it takes a lot of hard…

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Plan Your Corporate Team Building Program

At Santa Barbara Adventure Company we have been building valuable team building experiences since 1998! We work with small businesses, non-profit organizations and some of largest names in television, finance and marketing to inspire and bond staff members. Each year, we create new and exciting programs for our clients. Whether climbing to new heights on a…

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