Set sail aboard the Schooner Freda B [http://schoonerfredab.com/] for
an ecology-themed tour of the MARIN HEADLANDS!This signature sail will
take you under the Golden Gate Bridge and all the way out to Point
Bonita Lighthouse
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Point_Bonita_Lighthouse]. This is a
prime area for wildlife, and we'll have a naturalist on-board to guide
you through the whole experience!
You'll learn about the diverse ecosystems of the San Francisco Bay,
with frequent wildlife sightings, and then return in time for SUNDAY
BRUNCH AT ONE OF SAUSALITO'S many delicious restaurants
[http://schoonerfredab.com/contact/restaurants/].
WILDLIFE: - Keep an eye out for life on and around the water.
More than 200 species of birds call the Bay Area Home. Possible
sightings: Brown Pelican, Western Gull, Cormorants, Night Heron,
Common Murres and Snowy Egret and more...
Life Aquatic-California Sea Lions, Harbor Seals, Pacific Harbor
Porpoise, Gray Whales, Blue Whales, Orcas, Humpback, Jellies, Sea
otters and more...
ITINERARY
Boarding: 8:45am
Departure: 9am
Return: 11:30am
Children 12 and under qualify for a child rate. Please contact to
office for special children's pricing.
ON-DECK CASH BAR
Premium sodas: $4
French Press Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Hot Apple Cider, and Tea: $5
Mimosas: $10 (by the glass)
PLEASE NOTE: NO OUTSIDE BEVERAGES OR CREDIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED.
WHAT TO WEAR:
Dress in layers, as sailing on the San Francisco Bay offers
ever-changing views and exciting microclimates. Weather can change in
a minute. WINDBREAKER, warm base layer, gloves, hat, scarf,
SUNGLASSES, and comfortable shoes are encouraged. PLEASE, NO HIGH
HEELS.
PARKING:
Please plan on arriving a few minutes early to find parking and the
boat.
We recommend parking in one of the municipal lots
[http://www.sausalito.gov/departments/police-department/parking/public-parking-lots]
surrounding Sausalito Yacht Harbor. Parking costs between $2 and $4
per hour, and Parking Lot 3 [https://goo.gl/maps/aNEvpMsUKjs] will be
the most convenient and affordable.
Freda B sails on time and there are no refunds for guests who miss the
boat!
Walk to 100 Bay Street in Sausalito and then continue walking north
towards The Spinnaker [https://goo.gl/maps/vGn7YgEL7yv]. You'll soon
come across a boardwalk that will lead you to our dock (look for the
two red masts). The Schooner Freda B is located at Sausalito Yacht
Harbor, Slip 465, Sausalito, CA 94965 (searchable as "Freda B" on
Google Maps). [https://goo.gl/maps/ngiqh4sih2z]
WEATHER:
Sailing on the San Francisco Bay is weather dependent. We sail in most
weather, including cold, wind, fog, and light showers. On occasion, we
will need to reschedule a sail due to extreme wind or rain. Our
captains monitor the most sophisticated weather channels and make
every effort to bring you information in the timeliest manner. We
apologize in advance if the weather complicates any special occasion
plans.
TICKETS:
A ticket is required for all passengers, including babes in arms.
Guests 17 and under must be accompanied and supervised at all times by
an adult.
SF Bay Adventures offers a group discount for regularly scheduled
public sails for groups of 6 or more. Please contact the ticket desk
at tickets@sfbayadventures.com for more information.
Large group? Schooner Freda B is available for private charters for up
to 49 guests. Please contact fredab@sfbayadventures.com to book the
entire boat!
CANCELLATION:
Due to the popularity of this sail we do not offer guests an option to
cancel or reschedule within 7 days. If you need to cancel please do so
at least 1 week in advance. For extreme emergency situations within
the week of sail, please contact the ticket desk with your reason at
tickets@sfbayadventures.com.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU ABOARD!
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