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Elings Park has been serving the Santa Barbara community for more than 50 years. The park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is one of the largest privately-funded parks in the country. It provides pristine recreational and event facilities for both locals and visitors. Boasting more than 200 acres of space, the park is one of the destination’s top locations for sporting events and outdoor adventure. Elings Park houses sports fields, BMX and mountain biking tracks, wedding venues, and local festivals. Other park amenities include picnic sites and playground areas. Things to Do at Elings Park Elings Park is home to many traditional sporting fields including baseball, soccer, softball, lacrosse and rugby. But something that makes the park unique is that it also provides access to extreme sports such as mountain biking, hang gliding, paragliding and BMX. Elings Park has nine miles of multi-use trails that showcase pristine views of both the mountains and the ocean. These tracks are open to mountain bikers as well as BMX event holders. At the Park’s South Bluff is where you will find paragliding and hang gliding providers. Three local businesses –Eagle Paragliding,Fly Above All andFly Away Hang Gliding – offer their lessons and services here. Make sure to check Elings Park’s calendar of events as they announce specific dates for outdoor music concerts throughout the year. Elings Park Weddings and Events Because of the wide array of venues, Elings Park is also a popular spot for weddings and events. The park offers two differentwedding venues – Godric Grove and Singleton Pavilion. Both venues are outdoors with views of the mountains and Pacific Ocean. Tents and valet parking are just two of the many amenities available when hosting a wedding at Elings Park. As for festivals and events, Elings Park has played host to sporting tournaments, family reunions, beer festivals, balloon and wine festivals, summer camps and more. To book a wedding or event at Elings Park, contact jweeks@elingspark.org. How to Get to Elings Park Take Highway 101 to Las Positas Road. The park is located on the left side of the road. At the north part of the park is where you will find the sports fields, Veterans’ Memorial Walk, and the wedding and event venues. The hiking, biking and horse-riding trails as well as hang gliding and paragliding are located at the southern end of the park.
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SunSwept Sailing is Santa Barbara’s most exclusive private charter, aboard the classic sailing yacht, Kelpie. Sailing in Santa Barbara has never looked so good. Private Charters Aboard Sailing Yacht Kelpie Your party of up to six passengers will enjoy an exhilarating private sailboat charter along the Santa Barbara coastline with magnificent ocean and mountain views. You’ll have the time of your life aboard the classic yacht, Kelpie, with her exquisite wooden features and smooth sailing style. Sit back, relax and delight in occasional wildlife sightings such as harbor seals, sea lions, bottlenose dolphins and much more. Choose from one of their specially curated cruises or customize your own private sailing adventure. Sunset Sail Choose from a 2-hour or 3-hour sunset cruise, the absolute perfect way to spend a Santa Barbara evening. Departing year-round, they follow the sun as it sets over the beautiful Pacific Ocean during winter; and behind the majestic Santa Ynez Mountains in spring and summer. Keep an eye out for dolphins or an occasional whale as the sun sinks slowly below the horizon. Coastal Adventure Two, three & four hour cruises departing daily sail along the American Riviera exploring the Santa Barbara and Montecito coastlines. Experience the pure joy of sailing on the classic yacht, Kelpie, with occasional views of wildlife like sea lions, dolphins and more. Santa Barbara Harbor & Waterfront Cruise Aboard their short but sweet 1-hour or 90 minute cruises you will explore the Santa Barbara Harbor, Waterfront, and Stearns Wharf with a narrated tour and magnificent views of the American Riviera coastline with occasional views of wildlife like harbor seals & sea lions and the occasional dolphin. This cruise is the perfect way to spend a long lunch break or an after work happy hour. Engagements & Special Occasions When you ask your partner to marry you, you’ll want to create a romantic day to reflect back on for the rest of your life. The sailing yacht, Kelpie, provides the perfect venue for marriage proposals, anniversary celebrations, and other momentous occasions. From sunset cruises to daytime sailboat charters, SunSwept Sailing will help you create just the right moment to express your feelings, complete with champagne and flowers. Memorials at Sea The Santa Barbara Harbor and surrounding Channel Islands are often locations with special meaning. SunSwept Sailing offers a dignified ash scattering service and memorial at sea aboard the classic sailing yacht, Kelpie, with tranquil vistas of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains. Let them take care of all the details so you’re free to spend cherished time with family and friends in remembrance of your loved one. Now offering pet memorials for your beloved furry friends. Whale Watching Each year over 25,000 Gray whales migrate over 14,000 miles from Alaska to Mexico and back. This migration is the longest of any mammal on the planet and passes through the coastal waters of Santa Barbara from mid-February through mid-May. Join SunSwept Sailing for a thrilling up close and personal whale watching experience! 3 or 4 hours, departs daily February – May.
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Experience an unforgettable adventure in Santa Barbara with the city’s premier outfitter, providing exciting experiences to thousands of visitors yearly. Voted #1 Best Kayak Tour in the Nation by USA Today’s Readers! CHANNEL ISLANDS TOURS Sea Cave Kayaking Tour at Channel Islands National Park Explore Channel Islands National Park on a day tour or multi-day camping and kayaking trip. This beloved California destination is renowned for incredible island kayaking, native wildlife, fantastic snorkeling and hiking opportunities. With our knowledgeable guides and the Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center, limitless discovery awaits. Highlights: Whale watching on the boat ride, incredible Channel Islands kayaking, Channel Islands National Park visitors center, hiking, camping options, amazing island experience. Snorkeling Tour at Channel Islands National Park Discover vibrant marine life and kelp forests in our guided snorkeling tour, enriched with in-depth discussions on marine ecology and the island’s history. Snorkel & Kayak Tour at Channel Islands National Park Enjoy the best of both worlds as you kayak and snorkel through pristine coastlines, explore sea caves, and learn about the Channel Islands’ natural history. SANTA BARBARA KAYAKING TOURS Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Join Santa Barbara Adventure Company’s popular coastal trip along the untouched Gaviota Coast, teeming with diverse plant and animal life. Learn about marine ecology and the Santa Barbara Channel amidst fun kayak challenges, with an optional beach picnic. Harbor Wildlife Kayak Tour Embark on a relaxing journey along the Santa Barbara waterfront, featuring tranquil paddling, vibrant marine life, and stunning views of the town. Sunset Kayak Tour End your day in tranquillity with our twilight kayak trip through the harbor, observing harbor seals, brown pelicans, and other wildlife as you paddle under the vibrant sunset sky. SURFING & SUP Surfing Lessons Catch your first wave with our expert instructors, who’ll guide you through the basics and etiquette of surfing. Stand-Up Paddle Board Lessons Experience the fastest-growing ocean sport with our introductory session, offering stunning views of the city, mountains, and ocean as you improve your technique and learn about Santa Barbara’s rich marine environment and history. WINE TOURS Santa Ynez Wine Tour Experience California’s Central Coast Wine Region on this picturesque tour, an absolute must for any wine enthusiast. Highlights include tastings at three local wineries, weekday lunches in the Santa Ynez Valley, door-to-door shuttle service, and insights into local history and the wine region provided by a knowledgeable guide. Cupcake & Wine Tour Indulge in the unique combination of sweet treats and fine wines on the Cupcake & Wine Tour. Enjoy wine tastings at top wineries, a delectable cupcake and wine tasting in charming Los Olivos, and captivating stories about the local area and its wine culture. Freshly sourced weekday lunches add a delightful twist to this tour that has been featured on NBC LA, NBC San Diego, and more. Wine Country Shuttle Explore the world-famous Santa Barbara Wine Country stress-free with a chauffeured shuttle tour. Visit three distinct wineries, savor tastings by the glass or bottle, and gain valuable insights into local history and the Santa Ynez wine region from expert guides. This tour offers a perfect hassle-free wine country experience.
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Day Trips to the Channel Islands National Park from Santa Barbara Harbor Santa Barbara is the entrance to the Channel Islands National Park across one of the most biologically diverse bodies of water on earth, the Santa Barbara Channel. Painted Cave is the deepest sea cave on the planet, elephant seals, endemic island fox and a rich history that is home to the oldest human remains in North America. If you didn’t know all of this existed just off the coast of Southern California, you’re in for a treat and Channel Islands Expeditions has you covered for a day trip, or a 5 day Explore. Channel Islands Expeditions brings you 30 years of experience and an experienced crew on our custom expedition vessels. Thrilling and Informative Day Trips to the Channel Islands National Park Painted Cave Combo (10 hours, age 7+) departs Santa Barbara daily 7am Sea Cave Kayaking and Modified Snorkeling – All Inclusive – Limited Load (20 or less) EPIC Combo (8 hours, age 5+) departs Oxnard daily 8 am Sea Cave Kayaking – Snorkeling – Wildlife, Whales, Dolphins Their boats are incredibly well fitted-out, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, sundeck viewing, plenty of facilities, hot showers, and a large swim decks close to the water. Looking for a little more National Park? Try the Explore 5 Day – Channel Islands National Park This is a family orientated 5 Day voyage through the Channel Islands National Park and Marine Sanctuary. It’s like a safari trip on the ocean in California, also know as Adult Summer Camp! If you are visiting Santa Barbara, the Channel Islands must be on your list of things to do. They blend the right amount of thrill, wildlife, and adventure on all of our day and overnight trips. They are a family company. Click here to learn more or visit their website www.explorechannelislands.com for more detailed information about their destinations, vessels and expeditions.
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The Condor Express offers daily whale watching trips year round from the Sea Landing dock in the Santa Barbara Harbor. The Condor Express is a 75′ state-of-the-art, ecofriendly, high-speed catamaran. Our cruising ground includes the nutrient rich waters around Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa and San Miguel Islands, generally considered to contain one of the world’s greatest variety of marine mammals. The Santa Barbara Channel is home to over 27 different species of whales and dolphins that visit throughout the year, and it’s the prime northern feeding grounds for blue whales and humpback whales from May through November. The California gray whale herd passes by on both their Southern & Northern migration. Nearly extinct in the last century, California Gray whales now number over 25,000! Come out to enjoy and celebrate their return during their northern migration November thru mid-May. The Condor Express is the premier whale watching and dinner cruise venue on the West Coast, and can carry over 120 passengers with both in cabin and upper deck seating. Our guests come from all over the world to enjoy seeing whales year round — join them!
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