Cornellian KAYAK/STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD in the BACK BAY

As the largest remaining estuary in Southern California, the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Preserve provides the ideal setting for a leisurely paddle. It is home to countless birds, fish, and other wildlife, and the best way to experience it all is from the surface of the calm, glassy water. So come join us as we do exactly that on the first Saturday of summer!

The Newport Aquatic Center sits on a shore of the bay and offers hourly kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals. Look for us there under a canopy in the sand. Gather family and friends, RSVP with Elle Erpenbeck ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ), and get ready for an outdoor adventure with fellow Cornellians!

Start Time: Arrive at the Newport Aquatic Center (NAC) by 9 am. That should give us enough time to rent equipment and get out on the water by 9:30.

Meeting Location: Look for the Cornell canopy on the public beach in front of the gravel parking lot. Come say hi and then, if you need to rent equipment, head to the NAC building.

Duration: Approximately 2.5-3 hours

What to Bring:
Your own kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard (if you have one!) ---- If not, then money for a rental kayak or stand-up paddleboard. 
Water, Snacks, Sun protection: sunblock, visor, hat
Camera

Rental Information: Usage of equipment is limited to a maximum of 2 hours and is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each hourly member must sign a liability waiver and leave a driver’s license with an NAC employee. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Where; 1 Whitecliffs Dr Newport Beach, CA 92660

When: Saturday, June 27 at 9:00am - 12:00pm

Kayaks: 
Minimum age is 7 years old
One-person kayak: $15/hour
Two-person kayak: $20/hour
Life jackets must be worn by everyone on the kayaks
Dogs are allowed on the kayaks

Paddleboards:
Minimum age is 14 years old
$20/hour
Only one person allowed per paddleboard
Life jackets are required for ages 14-17 
No dogs allowed on the paddleboards

End: After returning your equipment, we will reconvene under the canopy for snacks!

Email Elle Erpenbeck ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) to RSVP or if you have any questions. In the body of the email, include your name, Cornell class, and any guests you will be bringing. Thanks!

See you there!! 

Please note that there is no charge for this event. Simply RSVP to Elle to participate. We hope there will be a good turnout so we can plan more of these types of events in the future.

Participating in watersports can be a pleasant and rewarding experience, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, injuries, drowning, and possible unpleasant interactions with marine life. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the event organizers, assistant organizers, and other participants for any injuries sustained during the event.
You acknowledge that we are not professionals.
You assume responsibility for yourself and your safety.

2-23-23 Yakult Factory Tour

Join us on 2-23-23 from 4 PM to 5 PM for a tour of the Yakult Factory in Fountain Valley.

Location: 17235 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Tour is free of charge.

Use the link below to reserve your spot for the event today:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yakult-usa-factory-tour-tickets-775373191087?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cornell Wine Tasting Night - Lido Tasting Room

Sunday November 4th

Cornell Beer Tasting

Date: Sunday November 4th, 2012
Time: 4 pm to 6 pm
Location: BJ's in Laguna Hills
24032 El Toro Road (near Laguna Hills mall)
Event Contact: Bruce Tatusko ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )
Cost: $30/person (Members)  / $35/person (Non-members) 

Alex Puchner ‘83, Senior Vice President of Brewing Operations at BJ’s Restaurants, has graciously offered to conduct a beer tasting and tour of one of his breweries on Sunday afternoon, November 4th, from 4:00pm until 6:00pm.  The event will be held at the BJ’s in Laguna Hills, at 24032 El Toro Road, near the Laguna Hills Mall.  We will learn a little bit of the history of beer, what ingredients go into making it, and then try out all of the varieties which are hand-crafted by BJ’s beermeisters, along with generous servings of BJ’s famous pizzas.  The cost of the event is $30.00 per person.  For additional information, contact Bruce Tatusko, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .