San Juan Islands 4-day Tour 

Enjoy incredible scenery, kayak camping, great food, team camaraderie, and instruction all rolled together while exploring the beautiful San Juan Islands. Join our coaches and staff on this exceptional four-day adventure, and watch your paddling skills rise to a new level of understanding and expertise. The itinerary consists of learning group dynamics, paddle skills, navigation, efficient boat packing, boat control, and maybe even a swim or two to practice rescues. If you really want to go "sea kayaking" join us for this superb experience. We can provide each person with the appropriate kayak and immersion wear at a heavily discounted rental rate. Tandem kayaks available.

Plan on meeting us on Orcas Island the first morning of the trip.  From there we will head down to a near by island to set up camp.  We will be padding in the area in and around Orcas Island then heading back on Sunday afternoon so you can head home at a reasonable time. 

We will meet on Orcas Island at West Beach unless otherwise directed.

We will wrap up the trip on Sunday afternoon on Orcas.

Tennis shoes or river sandals with wool socks or wetsuit booties

Sunglasses with retention device (i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)

Sunscreen (SPF 30), lip balm (SPF 15)

Sun hat, rain hat, and/or fleece hat

Synthetic top and bottom (thermal underwear, heavier wt. for cooler weather)

Rain coat and rain pants

Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit?Water bottle (1 quart)

Towel and change of clothes for ride home

Lunch and snacks

For Camp:

Sleeping bag and pad  -PLEASE BRING COMPACT BACKPACKING STYLE GEAR ONLY

Tent - COMPACT and SMALL (Alder Creek provides tarps for group areas)

Swimsuit 1 pair walking shorts

2 cotton T shirts

Synthetic pile pants and jacket

Rain coat and pants?2 pair underwear

Towel (small)?Toilet kit?Long sleeve shirt

Sunglasses w/strap (chums or croakies)

Insect repellent ?Flashlight w/spare bulb and batteries

Spare eye glasses or contacts

Shoes and socks small dry bags to store personal gear

Optional Gear:

Camera with film, batteries and dry storage

Camera w/film, batteries, and dry storage

Book Writing tablet and pen

Folding chair (small)

Musical instruments (check w/us to make sure it is appropriate)

Binoculars

Alder Creek can provide some dry bags for your personal gear. We can also provide all boats, paddles, and PFD's. If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind.

SPECIAL NOTE: We have chosen not to provide alcohol on our trips. If you would like to bring your own please feel free to do so, we will help with the storage and transportation. Aluminum, plastic and foil bags are easier to store than glass. We do not have alcohol on youth only trips.

Enjoy incredible scenery, kayak camping, great food, team camaraderie and instruction all rolled together while exploring the beautiful San Juan Islands. Join our coaches and staff on this exceptional four day adventure and watch your paddling skills rise to a new level of understanding and expertise. The itinerary consists of learning group dynamics, paddle skills, navigation, efficient boat packing, boat control, and maybe even a swim or two to practice rescues. If you really want to go "sea kayaking" join us for this superb experience. We will provide each person with the appropriate kayak for their size, ability and experience. Tandem kayaks available.

Plan on meeting us on Orcas Island the first morning of the trip.  From there we will head down to a near by island to set up camp.  We will be padding in the area in and around Orcas Island then heading back on Sunday afternoon so you can head home at a reasonable time. 

• Explore local islands, traveling by kayak, while taking advantage of tidal currents.
• Distance touring of 4 - 10 miles of paddling per day.  (more is available during evening paddling)
• Start to develop the tools needed to complete a multi-day tour on your own.
• Experience boat packing, menu planning, navigation, group safety, paddling in wind and waves and practicing boat handling skills.  
• We paddle in single kayaks unless you request a double. You get to be the captain of your own vessel!

Camping space
Food
Gear
Guide

Gratuity:  It's NEVER expected but always appreciated.  If you feel your coaches / guides have done an exceptional job and made your experience a memorable one, then you can certainly show your appreciation by giving a tip.

If your coach / guide was so exceptional that you want him or her to be your guide on all future trips, simply request them at the time you make your reservation.  While we cannot promise he/she will be available, we will do everything in our power to accommodate your request.

Be sure to bring :

Tent
Sleeping bag
Transport
Ferry Fees
Ferry Reservations (Optional but highly recommended)

Our San Juan Islands Tours require at least 4 weeks notice for any cancellations.  Cancellations within 4 weeks of the program are NOT refundable unless we are able to fill your spot.

The Pacific Northwest is a dynamic and often unpredictable environment. All activities are run/fun rain or shine. All programs are conditions dependent and may change at any time at our discretion. In order to keep our programs affordable a minimum number of participants may be required. If we are unable to fill a program to a minimum requirement level we reserve the right to cancel the program. A full refund will be provided in the event of a cancelled or re-scheduled activity upon request. Thank you for signing up!  Please let us know if you have questions about this or any other policy here at Alder Creek.  You can call us at 503-285-0464.