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​​​​PALM SPRINGS HIKING AND OUTDOORS ADVENTURES
HIKING LEADER JASON BRUECKS - A PERFECT LOCALS' HIKING ADVENTURE FOR VISITORS   
JOIN US ON A PLANNED WEEKEND HIKE OR BOOK A HIKING ADVENTURE DURING WEEKDAYS 
Hi Members, 
Distance 2B Traveled





3 rd ANNAUL FAMILY PIRATE CATALINA TRIP.
this is all about the KIDS KIDS KIDS of Distance 2B Traveled
This is our annual Pirate Family Catalina Trip. Not to be confused with our Adult Catalina Trip in September.
This trip is all about bring family together and ensure the kids have an amazing and memorable Catalina Island Vacation.
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WHOA! READ BEFORE you sign up!
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Wednesday, July 31 to Friday, August 2


Why weekdays? No drunks or parties all thought the night. A much safer environment for families.
-CALL ME - to CONFIRM YOU SPOT 760-408-8237
FEE is


ADULT
$90 per Adults (12 and older)

 (Breakdown is $56 for reservation plus tax per person, plus $10 reservation fee, Small $24 to Jason for organizing the trip.



Teen
(there actually is no teen admission established for the camping space...they are considered adults,  but I don't have the heart to charge an adult price for a teen.  So I will waive most of the organizing fee. 
$75 per child (12 to 17 years old)
 

CHILD
$50 per child (2-11 years old)

($38 for reservation plus tax per person)

The above fee is sent to Jason Bruecks


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THE ADDITIONAL FEES:
I will contact once boat company post schedule and price.
1. BOAT RIDE ROUND TRIP
ADULT (12 or older): $73.5 (last year price...wait for new schedule and price)
CHILDREN 0-11 years old $58. (last year price...wait for new schedule and price)


A You book your boat ride (call me or text me for boat times)
A. Note: It may be difficult to book our schedule if you wait the last minute to join us.


2. Extra $15 per family to help to buy the games and pirate treasures for the kids.


3. Purchase food either on the island at the cafe or bring an ice chest.


4. Parking car at Catalina Boat Express $18 Daily (last year's price


5. Firewood is $10 per bundle. If each adult purchase a bundle or two we should be ok for our two nights.


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BEFORE YOU SIGN UP
KIDS ACTIVITIES
1. SWIMMING
3. SNORKELING
4. PIRATE RACES
5. PIN THE PATCH ON THE PIRATE
6. RACES
7. CAMPFIRES
8. SMORES
9. RELAXING ON THE BEACH
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WE ARE STAYING AT TWO HARBORS
Two harbors is quiet and charming. Please note that we are not at Avalon nor are we anywhere close to Avalon.

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HOW CAN YOU GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT ON THIS TRIP
I can only take 15 PEOPLE. I have three spots that are all grouped together. It will be a great family adventure.
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THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS VERY IMPORTANT TO KNOW. PLEASE DON'T SIGN UP IF YOU HAVE NOT READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. NO SURPRISES.

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*THE DAYS AT CATALINA CAN BE FROM THE 70S TO THE 90S. WE GO RAIN OR SHINE.



IF YOU BRING AN ICE CHEST KNOW THE FOLLOWING....
You are only allowed TWO pieces of luggage. You will need a tent, sleeping bag, and pillow for sure. It your choice how much cloths you wish to bring. YOU WILL NEED TO BUNDLE YOUR ITEMS AND STILL KEEP UNDER THE WEIGHT AND SIZE OF THE BUNDLED ITEMS.

IT IS A QUARTER OF A MILE WALK TO THE TOWN FROM THE CAMPGROUND.
Showers are in town (You need quarters)
There is a cafe, restaurant, in general store in town.
Buy and eat there rather than carrier your food to the island.
There are flush toilets in town and chemical toilets at the campground.

HARD WORK?
You must load and off load your luggage from the boat.

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NO ELECTRICITY TO CHARGE YOUR PHONE. Make friends with the bartender and maybe she or he will allow you to plug in your phone...or stand at the restrooms at Two Harbor.....
or buy an extra battery or solar pack for your phone.
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WHY DON'T HAVE THE BOAT DEPARTURE TIMES YET?
The boat company will have the time release in June. Just be prepared to leave early the morning our Catalina arrival and we may leave late for our departure.

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Camping List
You can rent the following, but you have the call the number below:

SO VERY IMPORTANT

You can only HAVE TWO LAGGUAGE items weighing up to 50lbs and measurements of 37x23x23 any greater and you will not be able to bring them on the boat.
You are allowed one carry on.
Watch video to learn packing.

1. Tent *
2. Sleeping bag *
3. Pillow
4. Padding*
5. Chair (IF YOU WISH FOR THE CAMP AREA)

Also bring 6. Bathing Suit 7. Sun Screen. 8. See Weather one week before for clothing needs. 9. Flashlight. 10. Bathroom needs 11. Quarters for Showers12. Towel 13. Small Umbrella to shade you. Small in size like a Rain Umbrella size. 14. Hiking shoes 15. Beach flip-flops 16. Money for café or restaurant or grocery store. 17. Packaged food items that can handle heat or cold. Air packed like tuna.

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CAN YOU RENT ITEMS?

You must call to rent these items. The fee and number is as follows:

Four-person tents and sleeping bags and pads are available for rent.

For more information, please call: 877-778-1487 (Please note that reservations booked over the phone are subject to a $25 administration fee).
(FEE BASED On 2016 and may have gone up)
4-Man Tent $25 per day
Sleeping Bag $30 per day
Sleeping Pad $5 per day
Propane Lantern $15 per day includes 16 oz propane
2-Burner Stove $17 per day includes 16 oz propane
Firewood $10 per bundle first last approx. 1.5 hrs. per bundle
Propane $8 16 oz canister
Charcoal $16 7 lb bag & match light-

See more at: http://www.visitcatalinaisland.com/camping-and-boating/two-harbors-camping/two-harbors-campground#sthash.pVx5K0l5.dpuf

You can also rent kayaks, snorkeling and scuba equipment.