Here's a great way to tour Sonoma for the day -- paddle down the Russian River in an inflatable canoe. Take the family, take the dog, or just take it easy and roll down the river with your feet up over the tubes ... all for half the regular price. This eco-adventure takes place along the most secluded section of the Russian River, starting in … [Read more...]
More than 100 national parks will waive entrance fees this year (2012), including several in California, like Yosemite National Park. Plan ahead and enjoy the days listed below. Next up: June 9, 2012 Get Outdoors Day. "Fee waiver includes: entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees. Other fees such as reservation, … [Read more...]
Of all the beautiful cycling tours in the Bay Area, these Wine Country tours are among the most popular. The emphasis here is on wine country and beauty rather than hardcore cycling, so don't worry if you're not fit for the Tour de France. Each of the following Napa Valley bicycle tours provide a relaxing ride through wine country with plenty of … [Read more...]
A celebration for Summer SAILstice 2012 will take place at Treasure Island Sailing Center (June 23 and 24, 2012). Don't have a boat? Don't worry. You can score a free ride on a sailboat. You'll also find plenty of festival food, drinks and vendor booths. "Open to the public - FREE admission! Summer Sailstice brings together everyone who loves … [Read more...]
If you've ever thought about riding a bike around San Francisco, but didn't want to pedal up all the hills, get a deal on an Electric Bike Tour that lets you ride around the city and over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, with a return by ferry. You can book this tour for $10 to $30 off the regular price (includes bike fitting & … [Read more...]
A great way to keep a few more pennies in your pocket is to pack a picnic lunch and head out to wine country. You don't need to spend lots of money in fancy restaurants to enjoy great food in a beautiful setting. Here are some Wine Country places to pick up cheap gourmet picnic supplies, followed by a list of parks and wineries perfect for … [Read more...]
Treasure Island Sailing Center invites everyone to a 2012 Opening Day Celebration on Saturday, April 28, 2012. This is a day of free sailboat rides, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, music, games, food, and fun. Each visitor will be entered to win door prizes and a free sailing class! Even if you don't think sailing is in your budget, you can … [Read more...]
The Berkeley Bay Festival at the Berkeley Marina (April 14, 2012) carries an Earth Day theme of environmental education and the Bay. The East Bay event features free sailboat rides offered by the Cal Sailing Club and paddling lessons in the Berkeley Dragon Boat, live music, environmental education groups with hands on science, a unique kids' … [Read more...]
Tahoe ski lift ticket deals for 2012 are here! We're adding more every day for various Tahoe ski slopes and resorts. And great news: the Shell Gas Lift Ticket deal for 2012 has been posted. See links and details at the bottom of this page. Get these ticket deals now and you'll be ready for snow. (Also See: Ski lift ticket deals in other U.S. … [Read more...]
The Bay Area Dragons offer FREE dragon boat lessons every Saturday at 10:30 am in Foster City. They provide the life jackets, paddles, boats, and expert coaching. A dragon boat is a 44 foot canoe that seats 20 paddlers. Their flyer describes the dragon boat racing as "one of the fastest growing sports in North America. It's sort of like rowing or … [Read more...]
