Peaks and Paddles: Morro Bay Camping and Kayaking
Apr 19 - Apr 21, 2024
$220 students / $270 non-students
Great camping in our very own backyard! Spend a few nights at Morro Bay State Park campsite and day trip to a handful of Central Coast favorites. Led by our trip leaders, this adventure will feature treks along the ragged coasts, immersion in some of Big Sur’s best views, and the inside scoop on the best local snack spots. You won’t want to miss it. Every day’s journey will end with a good meal, a starry sky, and quality time with your peers.
Skill Level: Mild
Activity Level: Beginner
Trip Highlights
- Coastal camping and kayaking in Morro Bay.
- Scenic drives up Highway 1.
- An opportunity to visit tidepools, receive introductory marine life education and learn the natural and cultural history of the area.
- Introduction to Leave No Trace principles.
- Warm meals and camping with friends.
Details
- Depart for the trip Friday afternoon after a briefing.
- Saturday will be spent exploring the Big Sur area, hiking, and learning about California’s endemic species and Pacific Coast marine ecosystems.
- Tidepool exploration along the coast on Sunday before returning to campus.
What's Included
- Transportation, campsite, and aquarium reservations.
- Sleeping bag and sleeping pad.
- Headlamp.
- Group gear: tents, pots, pans, stoves, water filters, first aid kits, GPS, and camp tools.
- Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Sunday breakfast and lunch.
What to Bring
- Backpack for day hiking (25L minimum).
- Money for food on the road Friday night.
- At least 2L of water-carrying capacity.
- Quart-sized bags of personal snacks and eating utensils.
- Warm upper and lower layers.
- Warm thick wool socks and gloves.
- Hat and sunglasses.
- Sturdy weatherproof hiking shoes, and water shoes with substantial soles.
- A more comprehensive gear list will be distributed at the pre-trip meeting in the weeks leading up to the trip.
The Poly Escapes Rental Center at the Cal Poly Recreation Center has the gear you need for your next adventure! Explore our selection online, then visit the Rental Center to equip your trip.
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