Conference Field Trips

Field Trips:

Bike Riding and Roller Blading
There are numerous bike paths throughout Ventura and with the host hotel located on the ocean adjacent to the beach bike path. I would encourage all conference attendees to avail themselves to the opportunity to rent a beach cruiser or mountain bike and explore this pedestrian and bicycle friendly community.

Cycles 4 Rent will make available for the whole conference bikes, roller blades, and electric scooters at a reduced rate for the week and will be available on site at the hotel Wednesday and Thursday to sign out the equipment.

Advance reservations are requested if possible at cycles4@cycles4rent.com or call 805-652-0462.

Friday, September 24th

River to River Bike Ride
This is a flat and easy bike ride utilizing the beach bike path to view two of Ventura’s greatest natural assets, the Ventura and the Santa Clara Rivers. The Ventura River has recently taken on a heightened level of scrutiny with the listing of the Steelhead Trout on the Endangered Species list. The Santa Clara River holds the distinction of being the largest transporter of sand to the coast, more than any other river on the West Coast.

This ride is 8 miles roundtrip and just the thing to work up an appetite before dinner. Departs hotel at 4:45 and returns at 8:00 (Note: This ride can be used to join up at the harbor with the Sunset Cruise).

Harbor Cruise
As this goes to print we are working out the final details for a Friday night wine and cheese reception and harbor cruise in the Ventura Harbor. There are numerous restaurants in the harbor area so plan on having dinner harborside after the cruise.

Sunday, September 26th

Bike Ride to Matilija Dam
Bicycle to Matilija Dam utilizing the newly constructed Ventura River Trail. This is a 36-mile round trip excursion on predominately flat to gently rolling terrain that traces the path of sand from the Ojai to the sea. We will explore the base of the Dam and the surrounding area.

This ride departs the hotel at 9:30 am and will return at 3:30 pm.

If there is sufficient interest we can arrange for a van tour in addition to the bike ride.

Channel Islands
Ventura is the gateway to the Channel Islands and tours can be arraigned by calling Island Packers at (805) 642-1393, or pulling up their Web Page at Island Packers.com and making reservations for sightseeing or kayaking. There will be an information table in the lobby with field trip information and sign up sheets.