While on the coast, we decided to take advantage of our proximity to Ventura Harbor, so we ventured out on a 3-1/2-hour Wildlife Cruise with Island Packers, the concessionaire for Channel Islands National Park. Heading out to Anacapa, we encountered a lone sea lion on a buoy, several common dolphins swimming in the boat’s wake, and loads of pelicans, gulls, cormorants, sea lions, and harbor seals on and around the three islets of Anacapa Island.
Looks like a great trip! Perfect way to bring in the new year!
Yes, it was a great getaway for the holidays! Hope you had a fun Christmas and New Year’s!
Hi Hank and Cindy, I can’t believe how many wonderful sites and experiences you packed in! Your campsite on the beach looked like paradise. Also, Ostrichland is now on my bucket list now that I know it exists. Happy travels:)
Carrie, You would love Ostrichland and all the beautiful vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley (not far from Santa Barbara). I see another California trip in your future! Thanks for writing!
Wow, what fun!! I thoroughly enjoy taking a trip with you (vicariously)!!
Love,
Cousin Phyllis
Phyllis, we hope you can join us for an actual trip someday! We’d love to go exploring with you! Thanks for writing.
Hi Cindy and Hank,
You both know how to “see” what is around you – to explore and appreciate the beauty in the sites so often passed by. Fabulous adventures and pictures. I especially appreciated Rolf’s story of untethering to land – and to life’s supposed perfections.
With hope for more in 2023,
Diane
Thanks, Diane! We appreciate the opportunity to share our adventures with friends and family. Thank you for taking the time to read and write back! I agree, Rolf’s story is amazing!