Registration Status
Current offering (Registration open)
Kayak the Eureka Slough
Cost: $30 Cal Poly Humboldt Student, $100 General
- Saturday, April 12, 2025
Dates
Time: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Location: Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
Age: 18+
Join us for a unique, tide-dependent adventure paddling down the Eureka Slough, a saltwater slough within Humboldt Bay. This tranquil, flat-water paddle offers the opportunity to connect with nature while learning basic kayaking techniques. Our experienced guides will provide fascinating insights into the rich history, culture, and ecology of this special area. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife, including migratory shorebirds, egrets, herons, raptors, and harbor seals.
No kayaking experience is required—our guides will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy the paddle safely. This is the perfect way to explore the natural beauty of Humboldt, right in our backyard!
Program Fee Includes: On-land and on-water kayak instruction, all necessary gear (kayak, paddle, PFD, wetsuit, booties, splash jacket), and expert interpretive information throughout the adventure.
Equipment: For aquatic programs all participants are required to wear a wetsuit, booties/ water shoes, and life jacket. These items are required for safety of the participants and reducing risk of injury or incident.
Vessel: This activity uses a wide variety of kayaks. Requires the ability to sit upright with a supported backrest and use a paddle.
Transportation: Transportation is not provided for this activity. All participants will meet at the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center, located at 921 Waterfront Drive, Eureka CA.
Facility: The Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center is equipped with an ADA compliant front door and an elevator. The facility has restrooms and locker rooms with showers. Please note if you would like to use a locker, the lockers are not equipped with locks but you are welcome to bring your own. There is a boat ramp that leads to our floating dock which changes grade based on the tide. All other walkways around the facility are flat and paved.
Persons who wish to request accessibility-related accommodations should contact Outdoor Adventures at (707) 826-3357, or email at OutdoorAdventures@humboldt.edu as soon as possible. Some accommodations may take up to several weeks to arrange.