{"product_id":"freediving-hunting-trip-aboard-the-spectre","title":"Freediving Trip Aboard the Spectre [Aug 18, 2026]","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuesday, August 18, 2026 | Ventura Harbor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin Blue Holic Scuba for a special \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efreediving-only day aboard the Spectre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the Channel Islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis trip is designed for freedivers who want a full day in the ocean to practice their skills, explore the kelp, and hunt. One half of the boat will be reserved for the Blue Holic Scuba group, while the other half will be chartered by the Dive Aunties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere will be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno scuba tanks on this trip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Bring your freediving gear, hunting equipment if you plan to hunt, and get ready for a full day on the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Trip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spectre will take us to three anchored dive sites selected by the captain based on the day’s ocean and weather conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreedivers can use the day to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractice breath-hold diving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork on equalization, duck dives, and technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore California kelp forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain more experience freediving from a boat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpearfish or hunt within current fishing regulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpend time in the water with other local freedivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHunting is completely optional. You are welcome to join simply to practice and enjoy the ocean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchedule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6:00 AM — Boarding and hot breakfast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7:00 AM — Boat departs Ventura Harbor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree freediving locations throughout the day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 4:00 PM — Return to Ventura Harbor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturn time may vary depending on ocean conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-day Channel Islands boat trip aboard the Spectre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to three anchored freediving sites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot breakfast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnacks and beverages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBBQ lunch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot showers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHot tub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor seating and bunks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSundeck and outdoor seating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease bring your own freediving equipment, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreediving mask and snorkel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-blade fins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWetsuit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight belt and weights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDive watch or depth gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTowel and warm clothes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReusable water bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasickness medication, if needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Hunters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants planning to hunt must bring all required personal equipment and follow current California fishing regulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease bring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValid California fishing license (buy at Big 5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny required permits, tags, or report cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDive knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGame bag or catch bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll personal spearfishing or hunting equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall cooler for your catch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoat storage is limited, so please do not bring a large cooler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e All catch must be properly secured, stored, and transported by the participant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Trip Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efreediving-only trip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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