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Potrero John Falls Hike

January 16, 2013 Leave a Comment

Sunday January 20th. Meet @ Nordoff H.S @ 9am.

We will carpool from here

Join us on this challenging hike. The trail follows Potrero John creek through a narrow gorge and up the canyon. There are open meadows dotted with red manzanita trees and magnificent views of the surrounding mountains. The day will be filled with adventure and memories. Our goal is to reach the beautiful waterfall. This is where we will rest and enjoy lunch. This hike is approx. 8 miles round trip. This is not a technically challenging trail until we reach the falls. At this point you can stay or proceed to the falls.

Things you will need for this hike:

Dress in layers- it’s cold, (possible snow leftovers)
Comfortable shoes-extra socks.
Camera
Food-Snacks+Lunch
Water

Cost for this hike is $20 per person. Trail dogs are welcome.

Any questions contact robert@goojai.com. 805-798-2810

susan@goojai.com. 805-701-0221

Anacapa Island Kayak trip

July 5, 2011

Saturday July, 23rd

Join us on this exquisite journey. We will travel across the channel in our own charted boat . The sea life is thriving on this journey across the channel and we may even see some of the 28 species of whales and dolphins. Once we arrive at the island we will start kayaking and heading south, concentrating on some of the largest caves the island has to offer. We will then kayak through the famous arch and visit the Northern Fur Seal rookery on the back side of the island. Anacapa Island has the largest Brown Pelican Rookery in the United States. A trip you won’t want to miss! A trip you will never forget!

Things you should bring;

Warm cloths for the channel crossing, a change of cloths for the trip back, and also cloths to kayak in, (wet suits work well if you have one).
Snacks for the kayaks as well as a hearty lunch. This is a full day. You will be able to keep food on the boat, so a small cooler is OK.
Bring lots of water and if you bring a camera, wrap it in a water proof bag or zip lock bag or 2.
We recommend bike gloves for your hands, a good hat and sunscreen_sun glasses as well.
Mask and snorkel if you want.

Cost for this day is $175 per person which includes chartered boat, Kayaks, paddles, life vest, helmets, and the best guides ever. Please specify if you want a single or double kayak. Space for this trip is limited and we will also need a deposit of $100 to reserve your spot.

Please be at the dock @ 8am for check-in and safety instructions. We will depart @ 8:30am sharp, returning around 3:30pm.

Directions:

3001 S. Victoria Ave
Channel Islands Harbor
Oxnard, CA 93035
Tel: (805) 204-0977

Roberts cell# 805-798-2810 for questions
If you have questions please contact us at robert@goojai.com or susan@goojai.com Roberts cell (805)798-2810 / Susan’s cell (805)701-0221.

Pine Mountain_Raspberry Springs Hike

May 8, 2011

Saturday May 21st

Raspberry Springs, (our destination) was a Basque sheep herders campsite in the 1880’s. Part of the original camp still remains as does the Spring that flows with cold fresh water year round. We consider this a fun for the whole family trail and hike approximatly 5 miles round trip. The area has just been re-opened for the spring and summer months. We will access the boulder canyon trail from the Reyes Peak trail in Beautiful Pine Mountain. This trail is full of wild flowers along with lush green ferns and giant ancient large cone pine trees. The smells and sounds along with the views are amazing. We will meet at Nordhoff H.S @ 8:30am where we will then carpool to the trail. Drive time is approx. 1hr.

Things you will need for this hike

Dress in layers
Bring lunch_snacks and lots of water
Hat and sunscreen
Comfortable hiking shoes

Cost for the hike is $20 per person_kids free

Any questions contact robert@goojai.com or susan@goojai.com

Robert’s cell#805-798-2810_Susan’s cell#805-701-0221

Anacapa Island Trip part 3

August 30, 2010

Saturday September 18th

Join us on this exquisite journey. We will travel across the channel in our own charted boat . The sea life is thriving on this journey across the channel and we may even see some of the 28 species of whales and dolphins. Once we arrive at the island we will start kayaking where we left off on our last trip. We will be heading south, concentrating on some of the largest caves the island has to offer. We will then kayak through the famous arch and visit the Northern Fur Seal rookery on the back side of the island. Anacapa Island has the largest Brown Pelican Rookery in the United States which we will also visit.

We are excited about working with Blue Ocean Kayaks on making this one of our best trips ever. Please visit Blue Ocean’s web sit www.blueoceankayaking.com and check out the details of the price, departure time, view their new boat, and sign up for this trip. You will also need to reserve your spot with me in advance as space for this trip is limited.

Things you should bring; A change of cloths for the trip back, and cloths to kayak in, (wet suits work well if you have one). Snacks for the kayaks as well as lunch. This is a full day. You will be able to keep food on the boat, so a small cooler is OK. Bring lots of water and if you bring a camera, wrap it in a water proof bag or zip lock bag or 2. I recommend bike gloves for your hands, a good hat and sunscreen as well. If you have questions please contact us at robert@goojai.com or susan@goojai.com Roberts cell (805)798-2810 / Susan’s cell (805)701-0221.

North Fork Matilija Canyon Hike

August 10, 2010

Saturday August 14th

creek scene — Creek scene in Matilija Canyon

This trail is very well maintained and is mostly in the shade. Its very senic and follows the creek past several swimming holes. We will be following the historic stage coach route, parts of which are still visible today. This is not a strenuous hike and is approximately 5 miles round trip. It is family and dog friendly. We will have lunch at upper Matilija camp ground and plan on a swim or two on the way back out. We will meet a Nordhoff H.S at 8am and carpool to the trail head. We should be back by 1:00pm. As usual bring hat, sunscreen, dress in layers, comfortable hiking shoes, sack lunch and LOTS of water.

Contact robert@goojai.com or 805-798-2810_susan@goojai.com or 805-701-0221.