Island Hopping in Channel Islands National Park

  • Posted on 16 November 2012
  • By Joan Jones-Holtz

Channel Island National Park 2013 trip dates:

April 7-9
May 5-7
June 2-4
July 21-23
August 25-27
September 15-17

Join us for a three-day, three-island, live-aboard cruise to Channel Islands National Park. Hike wild wind-swept trails bordered with blazing wildflowers.

Kayak rugged coastlines, marvel at  pristine  waters  teeming  with  frolicking  seals  and  sea  lions.

Train  your binoculars on unusual sea and land birds. Watch for the highly endangered island fox. And look for reminders of the Chumash people who lived on these islands for thousands of years. Or just relax at sea.

All cruises depart from Santa Barbara aboard the 68-foot twin diesel boat Truth. The  cost is $590, which includes an assigned bunk, all meals,  snacks and beverages, plus the services of a ranger/naturalist who will travel with us to lead hikes, point out items of interest and present  evening  programs.   

To make a reservation, send a $100  check, made out to Sierra Club, to: Leader Joan Jones Holtz, 11826 The Wye St., El Monte, CA 91732. For more information, call or e-mail the leader at (626) 443-0706; jholtzhln@aol.com

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What a wonderful three days we had hiking with Joan Holtz. The ship's crew was youthful and so accommodating. The food was very, very good, and you couldn't ask for better company. The only paradise on earth I can compare the islands to is on the Greek islands in the Ioanian sea. Thanks, Joan, for a memorable trip!

I did a 4 day cruise with you in 2010. We boarded the Truth in the evening & cruised to San Miguel overnight. Then we had one full day on each of the 4 islands: San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz & then anchored off Anacapa because it was too rough to land. (I had a great time paddling with the sea lion pups in your kayak!) It was awesome & I'm thinking of doing it with my sister for our annual trip. Can you give me the itinerary for the 3 day cruise? I don't see any replies so maybe I'll try emailing you. Thanks, A Very Satisfied Cruiser! Kathy Ball

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