Rosie, Quicksilver, Great White, and Coastbuster (a.k.a. Vanna White). These are the names of our beloved and trusty adventure vans, who will undoubtedly run thousands of outstanding trips throughout their lifetime. It’s a tough job to excel at, and it’s not just any van that fits the mold. But every once in a while, a…
Santa Barbara Adventure Company proudly participated in the 8th Annual Santa Barbara Harbor Clean Sweep, a volunteer program sponsored by the Santa Barbara Waterfront to help keep the harbor clean. This year, volunteers and waterfront staff cleaned up Marine One slip fingers “M” through “P.” This event would not have been possible without the volunteer…
Santa Barbara is a magical place; we have over 300 days of sunshine, experience a Mediterranean climate, and are lucky enough to be only a short boat ride away from the beautiful Channel Islands. Here at Santa Barbara Adventure Company, we often get asked when the best time of year is to visit the Channel…
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…
*Updated June 2020 Have you made any plans for Fathers Day? Is your dad an adventure junkie, an outdoor enthusiast or just a nature lover? Father’s Day is fast approaching and it’s time to make some plans. Why settle for a backyard BBQ, when we have lots of amazing adventures for the whole family in…
There are many iconic images surrounding surfing: Bronzed bodies in bikinis and board shorts gallivanting on the beach, long boarders hanging ten, hot babes everywhere, bonfires burning, guitars strumming, and of course, extreme stoke. In mainstream media, surfing has become the internal search for the eternal summer. What many visitors to the California coast do…
It is safe to say we get a lot of applications from folks who want to teach surfing in Santa Barbara. I think there is an allure attached to the title “surf instructor.” Of course it is a special sort of person who can properly teach surf techniques and get guests of all ages and…
Santa Barbara is an incredible place to spend 4th of July. The fireworks display at the beach is amazing – guests can view it from vistas all across town. If you are a local or just in town for the day, here is a list of fun activities happening this 4th of July. Have a…
There are a lot of things that go into a great trip – logistics, permits, food, equipment, weather, etc…. they are all important. But there is one key ingredient that every great trip must have – an incredible guide. Now good weather helps – but an incredible guide can make even the dampest of days…
*Updated May 2019 It’s 70 degrees with a light coastal breeze, and the sun doesn’t set till 8 pm. Yep, it’s that time of year! School is ending, and not just for the summer, for many of Santa Barbarians its graduation! Whether you are that lucky graduate or their loving family, June marks that special…