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BAY AREA’S LEADING WATERSPORTS FACILITY RIGHT IN YOUR BACKYARD! SHORELINE LAKE Aquatic Center AND Café 2008

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Website: www.shorelinelake.com 1 650-965-7474 E-mail: [email protected] Shoreline Aquatic Center – 2008 650-965-7474www.shorelinelake.com SILICON SHORES CORPORATION About the Facilities General Information Contents

SHORELINE AQUATIC CENTER: Retail Shop 4 A Well-Kept Secret Shoreline Aquatic Center: A secluded lakeside less busy lake. Photographers move in to capture a recreational facility, in the heart of , different mood. The families of Canadian Geese, Online Resources 4 which, during the height of the summer season, is case in point, no longer fly north for the winter. host to hundreds of enthusiastic young campers, who Equipment Rental 5 learn to , windsurf, , , and explore the DIRECTIONS/TRANSPORTATION nature trails around the park. Launching Info 5 You will find Shoreline Aquatic Center in Mountain But there’s so much more – every year Shoreline sees View, in the center of Silicon Valley, in Shoreline thousands of rental customers, who are introduced to Regional Park, nestled by Shoreline Lake. Kids/Teen Camps 6, 7 the art of , in a variety of different ways. Shoreline is easily accessible by car, bike, or public Special Events 7 r a c e s a i l b o a t s a w a t e r f r o n t c a f é m a s t e r windsurfing Some bring their families and friends, and make a transport. From 101, take the Shoreline Boulevard day of it, picnicking in the park or relaxing at the exit and go northeast. You will pass through the park Lakeside Café. gates and enter the regional park. Just follow the Windsurfing 8 Some become students of sailing and/or windsurfing, signs to the Lakeside Café and Sailing Center along earn their certification, and the opportunity to go Shoreline Boulevard through the park until it ends in Kayaking 9 out independently on the lake using our state-of- our parking lot. We are at the very end of Shoreline the-art equipment. Boulevard past the golf course and Rengstorff House. Parking is ample and there are designated Sailing 10 Still others hold events at the picturesque venue – spots for trailers and unloading of windsurfers. birthday parties, teambuilding activities, company Private Lessons 11 picnics and barbeques (please note: Catered functions For public transportation, we suggest a taxi or as the exception: we do not allow barbeques, tents, CalTrain to San Antonio station. (As of January 2008 the CalTrain fare from is $5.75 Racing 11 or organized sports in Shoreline Park, as the park is for a one-way trip and $11.50 for a day pass). a fragile ecosystem, and home to rare native fauna, From San Antonio station, walk southwest on including endangered Burrowing Owls.) Catering 12 Pacchetti Way a few blocks to the bus station on l e a r n t o k a y a k b i c y c l e r e n t a l k i d s c a m p s When the September begin to blow, a slight California Street. Catch the Santa Clara VTA Bus chill is palpable in the air, and the pelicans and egrets #40/L’avenida ($1.75 fare as of January 2008). Registration 13 of Shoreline reclaim the pier. It is easy to believe Disembark at Charleston and Amphitheater Parkway. that many of the Bay Area’s residents are unaware Walk south on Amphitheatre Parkway towards the Teambuilding 14 of the 50 acre, saltwater, manmade lake in the center . On your left, look for the of Mountain View. trail that borders . You will see a sign reading Vista Slope as well. Follow this trail Lakeside Café 14 It would be a mistake, however, to assume that through the golf course to the Shoreline Golf Links summer is the only time Shoreline Lake sees activity. parking lot, and take the footbridge to your left. Equipment Sales 15 Shoreline Aquatic Center is open for business year- After passing the historic Rengstorff House, look round, and the lake is no less beautiful in the autumn for the boathouse and Lakeside Café on the edge of Gear Demos 15 and winter months. We still offer private sailing, Shoreline Lake. The walk from the bus stop is less windsurfing and kayaking classes, when the sailing than a mile. season is over. The more intrepid boaters enjoy a Paddle Days 15

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a n d s o m u c h m o r e ... Fall/Winter October — March • flying area • Miles of walking trails • ramp and beach launch 10:00am to 4:00pm • Kid’s play structure • Fully appointed boathouse/docks • Designated trailer spots (rentals must be back by 5:00pm) • Grassy areas for picnicking • Showers and locker rooms • Administrative offices Spring/Summer March — October 10:00am to 5:00pm (rentals must be back by 6:00pm)

Summer Weekends GIVE THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE May — September 10:00am to 6:30pm A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE! (rentals must be back by 7:30pm) We are open 7 days a week. SILICON Gift cards are always available! We are closed Thanksgiving SHORES Day and Christmas Eve and Day. CORPORATION We have extended hours for July 4th. Silicon Shores Corp. – 2008 Issue No. 6 Designed By: Sprattmedia.com 6 Designed By: – 2008 Issue No. Corp. Silicon Shores

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Wetsuit $4 $8 $4 $8 • Deposit of credit card required for all rentals except pedalboats. Staff Profile PFD Emma Calderon $3 $3 • All equipment must be returned to the site from Online Resources (Lifejacket) Emma has been a which it was rented or a $25 fee will incur. Check out these web resources for Sailing, Windsurfing, Kayaking, Hiking, and Camp Shoreline counselor since Harness/Lines $3 $3 • A rescue fee of $25 will be charged to those Birdwatching in the Bay Area and beyond. June 2007. Her love vessels requiring a rescue (this includes assistance with capsizes). USA Canoe/Kayak www.usack.org of boating and the Bicycle outdoors brought her $9 $19 $29 $11 $23 $33 Paddling Events www.calkayak.com (Helmet incl.) to Shoreline. Emma • Off-site rentals of windsurfers available at the Santa Cruz Kayak Surf Festival www.asudoit.com/Kayak_fest/index.html can be seen kayak- full day price and with a deposit. Tandem bicycle Bay Area Hiker (includes birdwatching trails) www.bahiker.com ing and pedalboating with the kids all summer $14 $30 $49 $18 $39 $59 ( incl.) US Sailing www.ussailing.org long. Like all Shoreline staff, Emma is trained in First Aid and CPR. Shortly after becoming American Sailing Association www.asa.com a counselor, Emma began learning to sail and US Windsurfing www.uswindsurfing.org always looks forward to the weekly sailboat Online Windsurfing Community www.iwindsurf.com ride in Camp Shoreline. In addition to boating, Emma enjoys competing on a club soccer team Discount Rental Cards Launching that travels to competitions all over the state. • You are invited to bring your own craft Prepaid Cards are good for 10 hours of equipment rental on to Shoreline Interested in future advertising weekdays or weekends and include PFD’s and wetsuits! • No motorized craft permitted opportunities in the Shoreline (electric, gas, or other) Standard Windsurfer Card $120 Newspaper? • $5 launch fee for – 16’ max length ADVERTISE High Performance Windsurfer Card $150 • $4 launch fee for all other vessels Call our offices at WITH US Sailboat Card $150 • Pay fee and collect launch ribbon at Boathouse Single Kayak Card $80 • Season Launch Pass $90 – good for single craft 650-965-7474 unlimited launching for the calendar year! Double Kayak Card $100 • All lake users MUST wear a PFD; they Enclosed Kayak Card $110 may be rented at the Boathouse

650-965-7474 4 5 650-965-7474 www.shorelinelake.com Shoreline Aquatic Center – 2008 Shoreline Aquatic Center – 2008 www.shorelinelake.com SILICON SILICON SHORES SHORES CORPORATION CORPORATION Summer Youth Camps PRE-POST CARE Unable to pick up or drop off your child at their camp’s Looking for an exciting place where the kids can while away their summer? Kids are supervised in small designated time? We also offer Then Shoreline summer youth camps may be the answer for you. We offer three groups, and at the end of the before and after camp care: kids’ camps: Camp Shoreline, Windsurfing and Sailing Level I, and Windsurfing week each one will have supervised, unstructured time and Sailing Level II. created an individual collage where your child can play games, featuring a color photo of participate in activities, draw CAMP SHORELINE (Ages 5-12 years) their group with their camp or quietly read a book. Pre-Post Younger kids in Camp Shoreline enjoy five days spent on and by the water, counselor for the week. care runs between the hours of pedalboating, kayaking, canoeing, going on sailboat rides, learning arts and 8:00am and 5:30pm. Kids in crafts, hiking in the nature preserve, or maybe even paying a visit to the historic Weekly curriculum and before and after care may also Rengstorff House located in the park. schedules may change based be supervised on pedalboats and on camp activities and , if practicable. Camp Shoreline has fun theme days: Crazy Hair-do Day, Pajama Day and Water weather. It is a good idea to Fight Day, to name a few. bring a snack or extra money to see your camper through the day. Instructor Profile Omar Lopez LUNCH PASS WINDSURFING AND SAILING: LEVEL I (Ages 9-15 years) Everyone who attends the summer Omar has been windsurfing for nearly Slightly older kids are offered the chance to learn the skills of windsurfing and sailing on Shoreline Lake. youth camps at Shoreline has Level I is structured to give campers the opportunity to learn the basics of windsurfing and sailing. In small his entire life. Omar’s father, who took the added option of the daily or teams students practice first on a land simulator, eventually learning to rig windsurf , before heading out windsurfing lessons at Shoreline, began weekly lunch pass: A delicious on their own. Sailors will learn how to right a capsized vessel, as well as to handle the main and sails. teaching Omar to windsurf when he buffet-style meal, which includes was only nine years old. Omar now a hot or cold entrée, a drink, piece of fruit and dessert. Possible enjoys freestyle windsurfing and has a WINDSURFING AND SAILING: LEVEL II (Ages 9-15 years) lunch options may include: Level II, the natural progression from Level I, is a fast-paced, challenging and totally fun week refining your sponsorship with KA Sails. He frequently windsurfs on the San Francisco Bay from pasta, burgers, or build-your-own windsurfing and sailing skills. Campers will learn faster tacks, pivot , more freestyle moves, advanced Palo Alto to Coyote Point. Omar began working at Shoreline three years ago as an sandwiches. (Please note: there is safety skills, heavy windsailing and improved techniques with qualified instructors and a team of classmates. instructor for the Windsurfing and Sailing Camp. He’s mastered several windsurfing always a vegetarian meal option.) By the end of the week, Level II campers should be able to return to Shoreline and rent windsurfing equipment tricks including the duck , rail ride, air jibe, and spocks. He enjoys teaching and sailboats and go out independently on the lake. more advanced students to do freestyle tricks such as the heli-. In addition to Prerequisite: Level I Windsurfing and Sailing or equivalent. Parents, come sail windsurfing, Omar is an avid soccer aficionado playing on his school team. Omar’s with your juniors on future plans are to attend UC Davis and major in engineering. the Friday of their session! Friday after noons are Parent THINGS TO BRING - Students should be at ease and treading water. Students should bring comfortable clothes, a bathing Sail Days! suit, a jacket or fleece, a lanyard to secure their glasses, a bottle of water and non-skid/non-marking shoes to wear while on the and boards (they will get WET – tennis shoes, aqua socks, or Teva sandals are ideal). Special Events We also recommend that children bring a snack or money to buy one, to see them through the day. We ask parents to provide lots of sun protection for their child at camp. We supervise regular reapplication of When people visit Shoreline Lake for the sunscreen with Camp Shoreline campers. We do check IDs when you or another person arrives to pick up your first time, it is not unusual for them to be camper later in the day. These policies are designed to protect and maintain the safety and wellbeing of your taken aback by its natural beauty or the fact child, and apply to all campers. that it is situated here so close to the heart of Silicon Valley. So, it is not such a great step for visitors to consider hosting a party or event Dates by Shoreline Lake. Camp Shoreline and Level I/II Windsurfing and Sailing Sessions Ca n i h a v e a p a r t y h e r e ? June 16-20 June 23-27 June 30-July 4 July 7-11 July 14-18 Yes! We will we arrange the event to match Have your July 21-25 July 28-Aug. 1 Aug. 4-8 Aug. 11-15 Aug. 18-22 your needs? Of course. In the past, Shoreline company Lake has hosted all kinds of events, from picnic at Times, Sessions and Pricing children's birthday parties, to weddings, Shoreline! to major corporate events. The location is Session Days Times Ages Price special, the service unique, so what are you Camp Shoreline 1 week M-F session 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 5–12 $335 waiting for? Call our events line to book your Shoreline function today: 650-965-3779 Level I Windsurfing and Sailing 1 week M-F session 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 9–15 $375 We specialize in a wide range of events Level II Windsurfing and Sailing 1 week M-F session 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 9–15 $375 including: Birthdays and Anniversaries • Receptions and Showers • Holiday Events • Graduations • Baptisms and Confirmations • Options Bar/Batmitzvahs • Quinceañeras Session Times Daily Weekly Wh a t A b o u t Co r p o r a t e e v e n t s ? For Events Information and Booking, Call the Event Line at 650-965-3779, Pre- and Post- Camp Supervision 8:00 am–start of camp and end of camp–5:30pm $15 $69 For corporate events, we offer: Company or E-Mail [email protected]. Picnics and BBQ’s • Formal Dinners • Holiday Lunch Pass $8 $35 Parties • Meetings • Clinics

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Basic Windsurfing: Level I Basic Kayaking: Level I Admit it: you’ve daydreamed about getting out on the water on one of our state-of-the-art windsurfers. Kayaking is a skill that can be enjoyed by nearly everyone. By enrolling in one of Shoreline’s Daydream no more. Shoreline offers a comprehensive certification process that will have you kayaking classes you take the enjoyment of the sport to the next level. After participating in kayaking on the water in a matter of weeks. But first, the basics: We start you on our land simulator; after an level one you are a step closer to your ambition of exploring pristine rivers, shooting thrilling rapids hour or so we guarantee that you will be competent out on the water. You will be introduced to or kayak- at Santa Cruz. Our attentive and experienced instructors will teach you stroke (turning), , nomenclature, self-rescue, and water safety among many other skills. We provide techniques, launching and landing, nomenclature, self-rescue, water safety and equipment tuning. a text for the beginner windsurfing course, however, most of your time will be spent on the water. Basic kayaking is a one day class held on a weekend day, and is four hours in duration. Shoreline is an awesome place to learn to windsurf, not only because of our team of highly-skilled and very approachable instructors, the fact that it has terrific facilities, such as a spacious grassy rigging area and freshwater showers, but because it is also very safe for beginner windsurfers. Advanced Kayaking: Level II With level II comes the next phase of your kayaking experience: Welcome to the world of If you don’t attain certification after one of our weekend beginner classes, you may repeat the enclosed kayaks! Here you will review your basic strokes and rescues, as well as learn more course for free! advanced control techniques, including ruddering, bracing, and edging. These skills will prepare you for open ocean kayaking, as you gain better control of your boat and paddling technique. Beginning Intermediate Windsurfing: Level II Build your skills and confidence level to move onto rolling! Need to work on improving your tacking, jibing or balance skills? Our talented instructors will work Prerequisite: Kayaking Level I with you to refine your stance, technique and steering. Following this course you are ready to enter the advanced class where the thrill of windsurfing can truly be experienced. The skills honed in this Kayaking is suitable for ages 13 and up. Students should bring comfortable clothes, a jacket or one-day weekend class will lead you to bigger sails and lighter boards. fleece, a towel and change of clothes, lots of sun protection, a lanyard to secure their glasses, a bottle of water, and non-skid/non-marking shoes (tennis shoes, dock shoes, or Teva sandals are perfect.) Advanced Intermediate Windsurfing: Level III It’s time to get into the harness and foot straps and get the skills you need to sail in bigger breeze. By Session Times Price this stage you are ready to refine your windsurfing style on our high performance equipment, and learn advanced equipment selection and tuning, advanced self-rescue, fast (shortboard) tacks, and pivot jibes. Basic Kayaking: Level I 1 day class 9:00am-12:00pm $85 Level III is a two-day weekend class held in the afternoon when the Shoreline breezes are stronger. Spring March 15 April 26 Summer June 21 July 19 Fall Aug. 16 Sept. 28 All Windsurfing Classes: March 1 April 12 May 10 June 1 July 6 Aug. 3 Sept. 13 Oct. 4 Windsurfing courses are suitable for ages 14 and up. Students must be comfortable swimming It’s easier than you think! With and treading water. Students should bring comfortable clothes, a bathing suit to wear under our curriculum and equipment, Advanced Kayaking: Level II 1 day class 11:00am-3:00pm $115 the wetsuit we provide, a jacket or fleece, a towel, lots of sun protection, a lanyard to secure everyone can learn to windsurf their glasses, a bottle of water, and non-skid/non-marking shoes to wear while windsurfing — regardless of shape, size, and Spring April 13 May 17 Summer June 22 July 20 Fall Aug. 24 Sept. 27 (they will get WET – tennis shoes, aqua socks, or Teva sandals are perfect). Courses include athletic ability! June 7 July 12 Aug. 9 Sept. 14 Oct. 5 all necessary equipment including wetsuit and a text, where applicable.

Instructor Profile Schedules, Times and Prices: Ray Dwyer

Session Times Price Even coming from a family of twelve, Ray stands out from the Basic Windsurfing: Level I 2 day class 9:00am-1:00pm $185 rest. A tri-athlete for seven years, his proudest achievement was Spring Mar. 15-16 April 26-27 Summer June 28-29 Aug. 2-3 Fall Oct. 11-12 placing in the top ten of 6,000 Feb. 16-17 Mar. 29-30 May 3-4 May 31-June 1 July 5-6 Aug. 9-10 Sept. 6-7 participants at Pacific Grove, Feb. 23-24 April 5-6 May 10-11 June 7-8 July 12-13 Aug. 16-17 Sept. 13-14 Monterey. His competitive Mar. 1-2 April 12-13 May 17-18 June 14-15 July 19-20 Aug. 23-24 Sept. 20-21 spirit can be found on the dance Mar. 8-9 April 19-20 May 24-25 June 21-22 July 26-27 Aug. 30-31 Sept. 27-28 Enroll in all 3 floor too where you’ll find Ray levels at the same perfecting the Argentine Tango. time and enjoy a He’s even competed twice in Intermediate Windsurfing: Level II 1 day class 10:00am-2:00pm $95 $65 discount! Buenos Aires, Argentina. Ray is enthusiastic about windsurfing. Spring March 8 May 18 Summer June 7 July 12 Aug. 9 Fall Sept. 13 Having windsurfed for 4 years, April 19 June 21 July 26 Aug. 23 Sept. 27 he can be found on weekends teaching our introductory students in level I the essential skills to get out on the water. His other great thrill is abalone at Fort Bragg. Advanced Windsurfing: Level III 2 day class 1:30pm-4:30pm $160 Spring April 26-27 Summer May 31-June 1 July 5-6 Aug. 2-3 Fall Sept. 13-14 Oct. 4-5 May 17-18 June 21-22 July 19-20 Aug. 16-17 Sept. 27-28 BIKE Interested in Teaching?! Join our Instructor Team. We offer Instructor Certification courses RENTALS Windsurfing Instructors of America Lesson System from the following organization in the spring and summer. Come explore The Shoreline Aquatic Center is proud to utilize the time-tested and extremely successful teaching methods of the WIA. With its unique 6-level program, the WIA curriculum gets sailors up on their boards and maneuvering safely and independently within only a few short hours, and can then take sailors all the way US Sailing Windsurfing Program Shoreline by bicycle. to advanced, high sailing. Our Windsurfing Instructor Team carries WIA and/or US Sailing Instructor Certifications and boasts years of experience in all Rentals available at aspects of sailboarding. US Sailing Small Boat Certification boathouse office. Our Level I Course is guaranteed! If you don’t earn your WIA Certification at the end of the lesson, you may repeat the course for free! Call for dates! 650-965-7474.

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Basic Sailing: Level I While Shoreline offers a range of classes in a variety of water sports, we understand that there A great way to initiate one to the fine skill of sailing, Level I will give you the basic theory of sailing, equip you sometimes comes a time when you need one-on-one training with an expert, or maybe you have with a text, and have you out on the water in one of our 14’ in a matter of hours. Classes are intimate and a scheduling conflict and can’t make it to one of our group lessons on the weekend. Whatever the given by our friendly and well-qualified instructors. You will learn how to tack and jibe (turning maneuvers), sail reason, private lessons with one of our certified staff might be just the answer for you. trim, nomenclature, basic water safety, as well as how to rig and de-rig your own boat. When you successfully complete this 8 hour weekend course you will have attained a checkout certificate (so you may return at leisure One instance where a private lesson might be the perfect option is when you’ve completed the courses to rent sailboats). This is a good way to begin the internationally recognized accreditation process with US Sailing. or sailed previously, and are looking to refine technique on a windsurfer or sailboat. Another case might be when you wish to have an event at Shoreline and host a group lesson with an expert. Intermediate Sailing: Level II Ready for the next phase in your sailing career? Welcome to Intermediate Sailing: Level II, where you will earn your internationally recognized US Sailing certification. Our skilled coaches will teach you advanced sailing Pricing, Scheduling, and Logistics: techniques: how to sail backwards, how to stall your boat out on the water with a heave-to, racing strategies, man overboard drill, in addition to further self-rescue practices, including three capsize recovery techniques. Private Lessons Semi-Private Lessons You will refine your boat-handling skills, learning advanced sail trim, so you can use the breeze to your best advantage. Students will be asked to take a swim test that includes swimming 100 yards and treading water. $50/hour for the first person This course runs over a weekend and is held in the afternoon when the winds are stronger at Shoreline. $50/hour for one person $25/hour for each additional person. (Up to 3 people total) Advanced Sailing: Level III With successful completion of Advanced Sailing: Level III comes the opportunity to participate in Shoreline’s racing club, which meets weekly throughout Private tuition with Shoreline is flexible and very reasonable. For a group of more than 3 people the year. You will gain substantial knowledge of sailing theory and further your knowledge of advanced sail trim, for the optimum harnessing of the wind. Topics covered may include: sailing without a (while still maintaining control of the boat!), an introduction to racing starts, mark roundings, rules contact the Boathouse to get a quote on lessons and to tailor a class to your specific needs. comprehension, tactics and rewards. It is a good idea to give the Boathouse at least a week’s notice to guarantee instructor and equipment Level III is a one day course held over a weekend afternoon. Students need to have at least intermediate level sailing skills and bring a notebook for availability. taking notes. Please note: Ideally, private lessons are geared towards more advanced enthusiasts who already have considerable experience in their chosen water sport, after taking a group lesson or through All Sailing Classes: independent experience. While we may be able to schedule a beginner level private lesson if You need to be at least 14 years to participate in all sailing courses. Students should bring comfortable clothes, a jacket or fleece, a towel and change of clothes, lots of sun protection, a lanyard for securing their glasses, a bottle of water, and non-skid/non-marking shoes (tennis shoes, extenuating circumstances exist, private lessons should not be viewed as a true alternative to the dock shoes, or Teva sandals are ideal). Courses include all necessary equipment and a text, where applicable. introductory classes. We will not sell an hour-long introductory private lesson, as such a short lesson tends to breed frustration rather than a love of the sport.

Session Times Price Basic Sailing: Level I 2 day class 9:00am-1:00pm $195 Spring Mar. 15-16 April 26-27 Summer June 28-29 Aug. 2-3 Fall Oct. 11-12 Racing Feb. 16-17 Mar. 29-30 May 3-4 May 3-June 1 July 5-6 Aug. 9-10 Sept. 6-7 Feb. 23-24 April 5-6 May 10-11 June 7-8 July 12-13 Aug. 16-17 Sept. 13-14 You’ve done the training, now walk the walk. Racing at Shoreline is a fun, no-pressure experience. Mar. 1-2 April 12-13 May 17-18 June 14-15 July 19-20 Aug. 23-24 Sept. 20-21 Mar. 8-9 April 19-20 May 24-25 June 21-22 July 26-27 Aug. 30-31 Sept. 27-28 Whether you’re a relative newcomer to the racing scene, or a seasoned veteran wanting a way back in, Shoreline’s race circuit has something awesome to offer you. Enroll in all 3 The sailing series is offered to both Lasers (bring your own boat) and Catalina 14.2’s (rentals Intermediate Sailing: Level II 2 day class 1:30pm-5:30pm $205 levels at one time and enjoy available). Regattas now meet on Thursday evenings at 5:00pm from March – September. Spring March 15-16 April 26-27 Summer June 21-22 July 19-20 Fall Sept. 6-7 a $75 discount! March 29-30 May 17-18 July 5-6 Aug. 16-17 Sept. 27-28 Windsurfers can bring their own equipment - the racing is open style. April 19-20 May 31- June 1 Advanced kayakers this year will be treated for the first time to a club devoted to kayaking. Kayaking Club meets on Saturday mornings. Advanced Sailing: Level III 1 day class 1:30pm-5:30pm $99 Join us at Shoreline and experience the full flavor of your chosen water sport! Spring April 19 Summer June 14 Aug. 16 Fall Sept. 13 May 17 July 12 Oct. 4 Windsurfing Races: May through July 2008: Mondays first start at 5:00pm

Staff Profile US. Sailing Association/American Burke Boyle Sailing Races: Sailing Association Certifications Burke’s love of boats and the outdoors brought him to Shoreline. Burke remembers visiting Shoreline as a kid on family bike rides, and eventu- Spring 2008: Sundays first start at 1:00pm; Jan 13, Feb 10, March 9, April 13 ally taking kayaking and windsurfing classes at the aquatic center. In Students who complete the Level II the winter of his senior year of high school, Burke was thrilled to see course receive either ASA or US Sailing Summer 2008: May through Sept/Oct: Every Wednesday first start at 6:00pm that Shoreline was hiring. His windsurfing and kayaking classes, as Certifications which are recognized by well as his previous sailing experience and his CPR certification, quali- small-boat industry members nationwide See www.wavejump.com/Shoreline and/or fied Burke for the job. As a dock attendant, Burke helps customers into and overseas. Our Sailing Instructor Team www.capri14.org (we’re Fleet 22) for more info! Shoreline Sailing Fleet their rental boat, answers questions, and gives safety instructions before Members hold US Sailing and/or ASA Lasers (BYOB) sending them off. In his time off, Burke enjoys sailing, windsurfing, Instructor Certifications to complement Official Notice of Race available at and kayaking on the lake. You may be surprised that Burke already has their years of experience in the sport. Catalina (Rentals Available) his private pilot’s license, and is studying professional flight at Purdue. the Boathouse.

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Register in Person: Custom Themes include: Staff Profile: "The Twins" Wild Wild West, Tropical Hawaiian Luau, Mexican Fiesta, Summer Carnival 1) Drop by the Shoreline Aquatic Center Devon and Conner Worland have been working at Shoreline since during business hours to register. We’re at: a family friend recruited them about one year ago. Both enjoy All-You-Can-Eat BBQ (*limited serving time) • Exclusive Picnic Area • Fresh Flowers 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd. kayaking and other outdoor sports. Conner plays on her high • Decorations by Theme • Waterfront Activities • Free Parking • Friendly Staff Mountain View, CA 94043. school team and two soccer teams. Devon also plays • Optional Rentals include Cotton Candy, Snowcone or Popcorn Machines, (For hours and directions, see page 3.) soccer in addition to basketball and swimming. Devon’s love of Jumphouse, Dunk Tank, Face Painter, Henna Tattoos or Caricature Artist sports can be seen when she plays games and goes out on the - 2) This is the only option for paying with cash. ter with the kids in Camp Shoreline. She especially looks forward to water fights on Fridays. Conner often helps rental customers Register by Phone: on the docks, and enjoys being outside. Devon and Conner also w e d d i n g work in the registration and rental office. Even with their time at 650-965-7474 Shoreline and multiple sports teams, Devon and Conner still find Bucking Bronco BBQ 1) Call in with your credit card number! time for non-athletic activities. Conner enjoys photography and : Devon writes a wide variety of literature including poetry. Register by Mail: Entrées Jobs on the Lake! Sample Hill Billy Hamburgers 1) Complete the Registration Form below and mail & Cheeseburgers it with your check or credit card number to: Do you love watersports? Are you interested in Menu Finger Lickin’ Ribs 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd. teaching your sport? Do you enjoy working with kids? Are you a high Mountain View, CA 94043. Mesquite Chicken Breasts Flavored schooler looking for your first job? With Texas BBQ Sauce 2) Make checks payable to: Round Em’ Up Sausages “Silicon Shores Corp.” Shoreline Aquatic Center is proud of the Team that makes it run! We offer part-time, o u t d o o r p a r t y 3) Allow ample time for delivery. year-round instructor positions and full-time instructor positions in the summer. We are Sides also proud of our work-experience program that allows high schoolers to get on-the-job Register by Fax: training in one of the most fun positions available! So if you want to join a team of Variety of buns and fresh condiments recreation professionals, please contact the Boathouse Manager at 650-965-7474 or Baked Beans 650-965-7180 e-mail [email protected]. Red Potato Salad with Fresh Dill 1) Complete the Registration Form below and fax with your credit card number. Garden Greens Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette Course Policies: Fresh Fruit Platter w/ pineapple, watermelons, Register On-Line: • A minimum of 3 students must enroll for a weekend course to run. In the case that this minimum is not met, a course will be rescheduled. cantaloupes, kiwis, grapes, strawberries www.shorelinelake.com • We strive to maintain a 1:6 instructor to student ratio for all teen and adult classes to insure that each student receives plenty of attention. • Camp ratios range from 1:4 to 1:10 depending on type of camp/activity. Corn On The Cobb 1) Follow directions on website. • Shoes and lifejackets MUST be worn at all times. Sweet Cornbread Kids’ Birthday • In the event of inclement/windless weather, we may reschedule a class. Cactus Juice Refunds and Transfers • If it is a multi-day class, both days MUST be taken consecutively. If a student must divide the days, a $25 charge applies and we require b a r b e q u e notice at the time of registration. Party Packages Refunds will only be issued if the Shoreline Aquatic Available • No make-ups are given if a student is late or absent. Dessert Center must cancel a class or reschedule it such that a student is absolutely unable to attend another date, • Returned checks will incur an additional $25 charge. Texas Size Chocolate Chip Cookies or if the student notifies us of their withdrawal from Chocolate Decadence Brownies a class at least one week prior to the class start date. A 75% refund will be issued for withdrawals made Shoreline Aquatic Center Course Registration Form one week to one day prior to the class. No refunds Student’s Name: will be made once the class start date is reached. A $5 fee will be charged for all transfers. All refunds Parent's Name: will incur a $10 processing fee. Birthday: ____/____/____ Under 18: Yes No "It is with great appreciation that I write this note! I am so thankful for all the hard work and attention to detail that you and your staff provided us with. Our annual Water Safety Requirements Address: Phone Number: b r u n c h kick-off event was a huge success! I have had nothing but positive feedback! The All students must be comfortable in and around the E-Mail: food was great, the view was breathtaking, and the service was impeccable. We water and able to behave prudently in the event of a capsize. Windsurfing students must be able to swim, found a diamond in the rough!" -The Irvine Company—for corporate event Course Name(s) and Date(s): Fees: tread water, and submerge their heads under water.

All students MUST wear PFD’s at all times while on "Thank you again for setting up a great "Well, you said you would and you the docks and on the water. They must also provide event for our company picnic! I am did! The party was a huge success safe shoes and wear them at all times. Payment: still receiving praise for a great picnic thanks to you. We had nothing but Cash ___ Check ___ Visa/MC ___ #______almost a week later! The event went so compliments on the weather..., the Students should be in adequate physical shape to Exp. Date ____/____ well that I wanted to talk to you about choice of location..., and the food undertake these activities. If they are in doubt, they Billing Address (if different) should contact their doctor. Students must notify a Return to: doing our picnic at Shoreline Lake was excellent." staff member if they have a medical condition their Signature of Student (or Parent or Guardian if Under 18): Shoreline Aquatic Center next year as well." instructor should be aware of. (Indicates authorization to charge credit card.) 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd. p o w e r l u n c h e s -Dixie Storkman—local resident for Mountain View, CA 94043 - Taos Mountain, Inc.—for annual company picnic husband's 80th birthday party Fax - 650-965-7180

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Customers can purchase gently used Clearance Sale thing about the dynamics of your team, as well as touched on new strategies for communicating your immediate goals, even if that goal happens to be as equipment that may be less than a year old for just a fraction of the retail August 23-24 fundamental as not capsizing while participating in a blindfold canoe race! price. The August date allows proud new owners to enjoy their equipment for the end of summer! Everything is for sale! 10am-6pm OPTION 1 OPTION 2 OPTION 3 LAND AHOY! WET ‘N’ WILD! BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Kayaks • • Rowboats • Pedalboats • Sailboats • Windsurfers • Wetsuits • Lifejackets • Sails, Booms, Let’s be serious, not everyone is up for par- Some people see no point in being close to As the name suggests, option 3 caters , Rigging Supplies • Kids’ Gear ticipating in a party game where you might the water, if you can’t be on or in it. This is to folks who want to try both land and actually get wet. This is where Land Ahoy! where Wet ‘N’ Wild comes into play. Our water-based activities. The two-hour session This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to buy your own gear at an extremely Teambuilding option comes in. You will be experienced staff will lead you and your dedicates time to incorporating some learning affordable price! Our staff is even on-site to assist you in choosing the gear guided through an hour of fun and games coworkers through an hour of water-based about team dynamics, individual communi- that is right for you! on land by the lake. The aim is to enjoy the activities, utilizing the amazing lake facilities cation and problem solving strategies in a time with your colleagues, while giving at Shoreline. You will have access to pleasant, non-confrontational setting. Not available this weekend? Need gear earlier? Our fleet is always for sale the group a chance to bond and learn new Shoreline’s boating equipment. – just ask for the Boathouse Manager to get the scoop. communication strategies. Land Ahoy! is If you would like a two-hour teambuilding Kayak relay race, perfect for company picnics or to relax Sample games include: experience, but want to stay dry, ask about Pedalboat games, All aboard, Blindfold after an intense morning of meetings. our ingenious scavenger hunt. The scavenger canoe dash. hunt will take you through the beautiful Sample games include: Potato sack race, Shoreline environment, which also happens Pole spin, Balloon toss, Tug of war, Three to be a sanctuary for rare, migratory birds. Expos & Gear Demos man ski. Now that you are completely hooked on watersports, you know what you want to buy yourself for your birthday this year... GEAR!!! Shoreline is all for feeding this addiction. To this end, we both offer equipment demo days on site and sup- port Bay Area expos! Opportunities to try before you buy and/or to just plain im- merse yourself in these sports include: • South Bay Opening Day Boating Festival April 19, 2008 10am - 4pm at Sequoia in Redwood City, this festival will include vendor booths, regattas, paddling races, and a boat parade. Call 650-361-9472 for details. • REI Demo Day – Come check out the latest paddling Lakeside Café equipment including kayaks, canoes and many accessories for free! April 26th 2008 Shoreline 10am - 3pm. Most people who have been to Shoreline Lake also have a fond spot for the Lakeside Café. Nestled on the shores of a beautiful saltwater lake, the café Websites to visit for more event info: is open year-round for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks. Eat inside or www.calkayak.com/events.cfm and out on our waterfront patio. The café overlooks Shoreline Lake and is also www.helmsports.com available for private functions. The Lakeside Café is open for snacks and light meals, but can and will cater to a function of hundreds of people for special events. The café staff are friendly, the fare is hearty, portions generous, and include burgers, soup, omelets, pasta, Hours: Daily Paddle Days salads, fresh fruit, desserts, hot chocolate, espresso, beer and wine. Pay special attention to our smoothie bar, kids’ menu and daily specials! 9:00am-7:00pm Varies by season We are proud to offer a unique opportunity for non-profit organizations. On weekdays Picnic Baskets 650-965-1745 for only $7 a person, groups of 25-100 A picnic basket of your choice awaits you at Shoreline Lake. Enjoy Serving Breakfast people can enjoy three hours of boating on your gourmet meal aboard your boat or along the grassy shores. For our canoes, pedalboats, kayaks, and row- packages, please call 650-965-1745. & Lunch Daily! boats. The cost includes lifejackets. This is a great way for churches, scout troops, youth organizations, seniors’ clubs, and any other non-profit group to enjoy the tranquility of Shoreline Lake!

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