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Sea otters, harbor seals, and an array of seabirds seen at close range make paddling Moss Landing Harbor into Elkhorn Slough a popular sea kayaking destination.  Watch mother and pup sea otters while you explore the Slough's rich tidalways and learn, from a naturalist, about the unique ecology of this critically endangered habitat.  

The highest bidder wins a kayak tour in the Elkhorn Slough for one person or can apply the value of this kayak tour towards a private tour with friends, family, or co-workers, etc.

Check out the schedule of these Blue Water Ventures tours at http://www.bluewaterventures.org or email Kim at bluewaterventuressc@gmail.com.  Reservations are based on space availability for a given trip date.

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From Blue Water Ventures:

Plan on meeting at the public boat launch ramp in North Moss Landing Harbor just behind Monterey Bay Kayaks (2360 Hwy One) at 9:00am for our morning tour or 1:15pm for our afternoon tour (note that some tours start at 9:30am and end at 1:00pm as noted above). We will be using double sea kayaks which are very stable and easy to use. No previous kayaking experience is necessary. We expect to be back at the launch area by12:30pm (morning tour) or 4:30pm (afternoon tour) giving us a full 2 1/2 hours on the water. 

As far as things to bring, here are a few suggestions we can offer:
* Dress in layers -- Fleece, capilene, silk or wool are good insulators; bring a warm top that can be put on if cool weather (fog) approaches; a sweatshirt is  adequate.
* Long pants or shorts- sweat pants that can be rolled up work well; an outer shell of nylon material dries quickly, but jeans get soggy and are not recommended.
* Wind breaker or paddling jacket
* Footgear - tennis shoes, Teva type sandals or wet suit booties -- any style is fine; they will get wet as you wade in to launch your boat.
* Hat with visor for sun protection
* Water bottle
* Snack in a compact lunch bag--take in boat with you
* Sunscreen and lip balm
* Sun glasses (or prescription glasses) attached with a leash 
* Binoculars and camera in waterproof bag ( use at your own risk); disposable cameras work well.
* Small, compact daypack (optional)
* Change of clothes for ride home to be left in car