Monday

Labor Day Week & Weekend Fun

Local Wine Tasting Sail with Bonny Doon Vineyard
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27 at 6 PM
TICKETS SOLD OUT!

Join Bonny Doon Vineyard aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Bonny Doon sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.  




LABOR DAY WEEKEND EVENTS

[DAILY EVENTS AT THE TOP AND EVENT DISCREPTIONS AT THE BOTTOM]

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29
Sunset Sail | 6:30 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30
Whale Watch Cruise | 8 AM | 3.5-hrs | $49   TICKETS
Day Sail | 1 PM | 1-hr | $20   TICKETS
Sunset Sail | 6:30 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31
Day Sail | 1 PM | 1-hr | $20   TICKETS
Day Sail | 3 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 — LABOR DAY!
Day Sail | 1 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

Kids under 5 years old sail for free all weekend long!


Whale Watching Cruises

Photo Credit: Central Coast Photographs
The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you an extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 


What's Included:

  • A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
  • A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
  • The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 


Afternoon Day Sails


Looking for a mid-day sail that'll provide a fun experience for the whole family? Then come aboard for one of our relaxing and scenic Afternoon Day Sails. These 1-hour and 1.5-hour sails are the ideal sails for everyone, from those who are new to boating to those who are local return passengers. You'll love the catamaran's smooth, stable ride, prime views of the bay and comfortable trampoline net to soak up the sun from.


What's Included:

  • Experiencing a smooth and fun sail the whole family can enjoy.  

  • Sailing out in the bay along the scenic Santa Cruz coastline, taking in such sights as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, multiple lighthouses and beautiful beaches.
  • Sailing through the kelp forest where you may catch a glimpse of sea lions, seals, sea otters, turtles and dolphins. Look out farther on to the bay and you may even spot a whale or two. 


Sunset Sails

Enjoy the beautiful Santa Cruz sunset from the Team O'Neill, while discovering the beauty of the Monterey Bay. These relaxing sunset cruises along the picturesque Santa Cruz coastline are perfect for outings with the whole family or just a date with your loved one.


What's Included:

  • Everything you enjoy on our Day Sails, enhanced by the breathtaking sunset. 






Thursday

Late August Sailing Events

Local Beer Sampling Sail with Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 at 6 PM 
TICKETS

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up with our friends at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Gourmet pizza and fresh fruit is provided by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery and  are included and SCMB's knowledgable staff will be pouring. Get to know your local brewers and come aboard for this fun cruise that'll get your weekend off to a great start. Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.




Local Wine Tasting Sail with Bonny Doon Vineyard
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27 at 6 PM
TICKETS SOLD OUT!

Join Bonny Doon Vineyard aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Bonny Doon sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.  




Summer Whale Watching Cruises
Saturday mornings at 8 AM

TICKETS


The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

Photo Credit: Central Coast Photographs
  • A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
  • A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
  • The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 
Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.


General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.







Monday

More Sailing Events in August


LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL
feat. 
SANTA CRUZ ALE WORKS

Friday, August 15 at 6 PM
TICKETS

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up with our friends at Santa Cruz Ale Works to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Perfectly paired appetizers from SC Ale Work's own kitchen are included and their knowledgable staff will be pouring. Get to know your local brewers and come aboard for this fun cruise that'll get your weekend off to a great start. Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.



Summer Whale Watching Cruises
Saturday mornings at 8 AM

TICKETS


The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

Photo Credit: Central Coast Photographs
  • A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
  • A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
  • The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 
Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.


General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.











Wednesday

August 2014 Sailing Events


LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL
feat. 
DISCRETION BREWING

Friday, August 8 at 6 PM
TICKETS

This week is Beer Week in Santa Cruz, and nothing could kick off the weekend festivities better than with great views and tasty brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up with our friends at Discretion Brewing to give you a sampling of some of their craft beers, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Gourmet pizza by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery is included and Discretion's knowledgable staff will be pouring. Sail and get to know your local brewers! Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.




LOCAL WINE TASTING SAIL
feat. VINO TABI WINERY
Wednesday, August 13 at 6 PM 
TICKETS

Join Vino Tabi Winery aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Vino Tabi sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.




Summer Whale Watching Cruises
Saturday mornings at 8 AM

TICKETS


The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

  • A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
  • A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
  • The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 
Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.


General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.