Outdoor Recreation

	About Outdoor Recreation The Outdoor Recreation program is dedicated to providing exciting activities that take full advantage of the local terrain and weather conditions. Throughout the year, we offer river rafting, sailing, scuba, hiking, biking and horseback riding trips. These activities are an excellent way to explore and appreciate the beautiful central coast of California. Besides offering trips, outdoor recreational can also help you plan your own by providing various equipment for rental use. We offer a full range of recreational equipment, lawn & garden supplies and even power equipment. So, stop by the outdoor recreation office and let us help you get in touch with the outdoors.
	Equipment Rental Are you in need of the right equipment when planning a camping trip, a large scale cookout, or other recreational activity? Or maybe you need some lawn and garden help? Then stop by Equipment Checkout to pick up the items you need. Outdoor Rec carries supplies for camping, boating, surfing, outdoor sports and much more. We have it all, from mountain bikes to BBQ grills, wetsuits to lawnmowers, even campers! Most items can be checked out for a day, a weekend, or an entire week. For a complete listing of the latest rental equipment and prices stop by outdoor rec or download the latest rental price guide.
	Equipment Maintenance Our experienced mechanic at Outdoor Recreation is available to provide oil changes, blade sharpening, equipment assembly, and required maintenance. Call Mike at 6-5908 or come by Bldg. 10250, to make an appointment!
	Programs Providing local area recreational outings such as Deep Sea Fishing, Sailing, Hiking, Skiing, Volkssport, White Water Rafting, Horseback Riding, Sailing, Bicycle Tours, and Paintballing. White Water Rafting on the Kern River: The program uses its own team of qualified volunteers to conduct the weekend rafting trips. Trips are offered for different levels of experience starting in April and running though July. Sailing: The sailing programs consist of one day trips and weekend trips through a sailing captain out of Santa Barbara. Trips are offered year round. Watch as whales migrating north in February and March, or get up close to dolphins and seals. It is an exciting outing and you get the chance of lifetime to be able to help the captain sail the boat.
	Paintball Field Outdoor Rec has several different courses for play. Please visit the Paintball Field website for more information
	Off Highway Vehicles Vandenberg Air Force Base has an off-highway vehicle trail located adjacent to the North Star training area. The trail is available to motorized off-highway vehicles only, no mountain bikes, hiking, or horseback riding. Full size vehicles such as Jeeps, SUV's, 4x4s, ATV's, and dirt bikes are welcome. Trail Use To utilize the trail, you MUST be a member of the Vandenberg Off Highway Vehicle Club (VOHVC) and complete the following: Complete a hold harmless card and provide the VOHV Club with proof of medical insurance and liability insurance for the ATV's and dirt bikes. Attend a training course for the type of OHV you will use (ATV's, dirt bikes, etc). The training is different for each type of OHV. Attend an orientation to learn the specific restrictions and prohibitions of the OHV trail. Resources Vandenberg Off-Highway Vehicle Trail Map Vandenberg Off-Highway Vehicle Parking & Training Area Vandenberg Off-Highway Vehicle Club Membership & Rules Hold Harmless Agreement Motorcycle Safety Foundation Dirt Bike School Training Request Please note this trail is not run through Outdoor Recreation. For more information, please contact Mr. Russell Hanson at [email protected] or www.VOHVC.freehosting.net.