Enjoy Santa Barbara’s natural beauty and get outdoors during reunion weekend!

Sports enthusiasts

All Gaucho Golf Classic

Saturday, April 26, 2025
8:00 AM Shotgun start
Glenn Annie Golf Course
Fee: $125

Join Joe Reid ‘78, Lew Altman ‘82, UCSB’s Golf Club and more Gaucho friends for the All Gaucho Golf Classic. Members of the late 70s vintage Intramural teams will be there and you should too! Fee includes carts, range balls, a Burger station for lunch, and swag. This year, we will be honoring Paul Lee, retired Director of Rec Sports and Intramurals at UCSB. After golf, please join us on the patio for a no-host bar to renew friendships and toast Paul Lee. Learn more and register!

All Gaucho Pickleball Tournament

Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:00am - 12:30pm at UCSB's Rec Center
Fee: $10
Capacity: 32 players

Join the sensation taking over the nation and get ready for the inaugural All Gaucho Pickleball Tournament. Tickets at $10 per player. Whether you come with a partner or join a team, you're guaranteed to enjoy some healthy competition during alumni reunion weekend. Provided in partnership with the Department of Recreation.

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Nature lovers

Guided Tour of the Lagoon

Friday, April 25, 2025
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Check out the bluffs, the pelicans and take in the ecological restoration efforts, making a loop around the lagoon a peaceful and energizing start to your day.

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Guided Hike of North Campus Open Space

Saturday, April 26, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
6969 Whittier Dr, Goleta

Start your Saturday morning off with the natural beauty of Santa Barbara. Join us for a peaceful, informative, and easy-going hike through UC Santa Barbara’s newest restoration area. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.

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Guided Kayak Excursion

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Session One: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM:
Session Two: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
UCSB Campus Point

Fee: $35 per person
Capacity: 20 spots per session

Have you seen paddlers working their way down our coast and ever wondered how you could get out there with the sea lions and dolphins? Well, now is your chance. With our sit-on-top kayaks the only skill needed is ability to swim and a desire to get on the ocean. Enjoy a fun 1-2 hour paddle along our local seaside kelp beds. Fees include kayak equipment and safety gear, and guides. You will need to provide your personal swim gear, water and snack recommended or good breakfast beforehand. Prerequisite: Ability to swim.

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Stand-Up Paddle Board for Beginners

Saturday, April 26
Session One: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Session Two: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
UCSB Campus Point

Fee: $45 per person
Capacity: 20 spots per session

This is a beginning class for those who are new to paddle-boarding or need a refresher on the sport. Class will include brief information and practice sessions in the water as well as on land. Students will learn wave judgment, board handling, paddling technique and wave-catching knowledge. Boards and wetsuit (4/3mm) will be provided. We cannot guarantee the availability of department wetsuits or your wetsuit size. Prerequisite: Ability to swim

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Kids

Kids Only Party (Family Vacation Center) 

Saturday, April 26th, 2025
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
UC Santa Barbara

Fee: $5 per child

Drop off the kids for some supervised fun with our Family Vacation Center Staff. Let your kids experience the fun of the Family Vacation Center with our summer staff, while you take some time away to enjoy--even if it’s just a moment of peace at campus point, you deserve a break!

For the little ones (ages 4-7) 

We’ve got a dynamic circuit of activities! They'll unleash their imaginations with arts and crafts, embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt, and tackle exciting obstacle courses. Guided by a silly cast of characters.

For the older ones (ages 8-16) 

It’s time to get competitive! They’ll join in an epic game of Capture the Flag—complete with face paint, team cheers, and plenty of friendly rivalry.

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Learn more about the Family Vacation Center.

 

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Contact

(805) 893-8146
programs@alumni.ucsb.edu