About
Channel Islands Outdoor Education offers school group outdoor education trips. Students explore flora, fauna, and natural history through kayaking, hiking, camping, and birding.
Programs
- Channel Islands Outdoor Education — School groups outdoor education trips since 1999 at Channel Islands National Park; students explore flora, fauna, and natural history through kayaking, hiking, camping, and birding.
At a glance
- Facility hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm, 7 days a week
About the provider
The program was founded by Michael Cohen in 1998 and has been family owned and operated from the beginning. It is an Authorized Concessioner in Channel Islands National Park, and its environmental stewardship activities include sustainable purchasing, tracking and reducing waste, using solar energy, yearly volunteer clean ups, and conserving water.
Safety and customer service are top priorities. They welcome suggestions and actively track customer satisfaction. Tours take place at Scorpion Anchorage on the eastern side of Santa Cruz Island.
What families say
“Great tour guide was very good at showing us how to go into caves and tight spots and getting us all back safely. If you're apprehensive or have never kayaker before your guide will show you everything you need to know” — louie G.
“Our experience was overall great! Brian led us safely through the caves and provided a lot of information along the way. I wish we could explore more of the caves instead of quick passes in and out of them. However, the season and weather didn’t allow us to.” — Danielle B.
“Carlee was am amazing kayaking tour guide! She was knowledgeable and kept us all safe while we ventured in and out of sea caves!” — Charmaine C.
Last updated September 23, 2026.
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