8 Learn more at canneryrow.com The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of our nation’s treasured underwater parks. Extending 35 miles offshore, the Sanctuary covers 5300 square miles and possesses an astonishing array of marine life, including 26 species of marine mammals, 345 species of fish, 4 species of turtles, 31 phyla of invertebrates (the clams, sea urchins and abalone of the world) and hundreds of plant species. Nothing beats the experience of meeting seals or sea otters out on the water—in a kayak or on a stand up paddle board (great exercise for the core). While good marine ‘etiquette’ (and the law) requires maintaining a distance of 50 feet, you will get up close and personal with these ambassadors of the sea. You can be out in a kayak—rented for one or two people—with only a few minutes basic instruction, and provided with nyloncoated splash suits that go on over your clothing. There is no better place to experience the Sanctuary than on Cannery Row. Walk McAbee or San Carlos Beach, searching the waves and sand for shells and sea creatures. Monterey Bay is one of the world’s premiere cold-water diving destinations, so put on your wet suit and start exploring. Or you can just pull up a deck chair, relax with a glass of wine or an ice cream cone and watch the waves roll into shore. MONTEREY BAY NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY
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