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April 28, 2008

MBAC welcomes new lead staff members

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is welcoming two new management team members, transferring one current member, and promoting another to new responsibilities. All of the changes are expected to positively impact services and programs at MBAC.

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October 29, 2007

Only two Nautiques left in wakeboard boat pre-sale

Correct Craft studies have shown this boat to be the most fuel efficient wakeboarding boat currently on the market.

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center has just two 2007 Correct Craft Crossover Nautique 211 wakeboarding boats left in our 2007 wakeboarding boat pre-sale. Each year we sell our current fleet of immaculately maintained boats to make room for current year equipment. The two boats will be available in December 2007 just intime for Christmas. This is a great opportunity for buyers who have dreamed of owning a Nautique.

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October 19, 2007

Join the 20-Gallon Challenge to conserve water

Pledge to help our region save water! Many tips are free and easy. Click on the logo to total up ways you can save 20 gallons a day or more.

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September 9, 2007

Serving those who served

MBAC teams up with San Diego Adaptive Sports Foundation to provide water sports to injured soldiers.

September 7th, 2007- The Mission Bay Aquatic Center recently teamed up with the San Diego Adaptive Sports Foundation to hold SummerBlast Day at the Bay, an event designed to serve recovering injured soldiers and veterans. The participants, many of whom were injured while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, enjoyed a day of adaptive waterskiing, kayaking, jetskiing, and cycling.

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August 13, 2007

Just a few more camp weeks before school starts!

Still plenty of camp left!

The are just a few more short weeks beofre most schools are now in session, but there's still plenty of camp still available. Be sure to take advantage of our Advanced Surfing Camp Special or take advantage of our Back-to-School Camp Special.

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June 5, 2007

Summer camp season is here!!!

Mission Bay Youth Watersports Camp kicked off the summer camp season on June 4th as week one of thirteen hosted a small group of campers, mostly from out-of-state schools. While most San Diego schools don't break for summer until the 3rd week of June, many out-of-state and year round schools are already off.

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May 14, 2007

Mission Bay Aquatic Center to host Boating Safety Day, May 25

Event includes a free youth lifejacket giveaway while supplies last!

Mission Bay Aquatic Center, a national leader in boating safety education located on Mission Bay in San Diego, announced today their Boating Safety Day is scheduled for 8:00am-6:00pm, Friday, May 25, 2007 prior to the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Boating Safety Day will help promote National Safe Boating Week (NSBW), May 19-25, 2007, the official launch of the annual North American Safe Boating Campaign. Themed “Wear It!”, NSBW is an opportunity for boating safety advocates across the country to promote the value of life jacket wear while on the water.

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May 1, 2007

Reservations being taken for MBAC Correct Craft Crossover Nautique 211 boats available in December 2007

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is currently taking reservations for it's 2007 Correct Craft Crossover Nautique 211 wakeboarding boats which will become available in December 2007. This is a great opportunity for buyers who have dreamed of owning a Nautique.

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April 14, 2007

Volunteer for I Love A Clean San Diego's 4th Annual Creek to Bay Clean-Up

I Love A Clean San Diego is holding theer 4th annual Creek to Bay Clean-Up on Saturday April 28 from 9am-12pm. We are encouraging people to volunteer at the clean-up site that starts at the Mission Beach Women's Center on Santa Clara Point.

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December 1st , 2006

MBAC Used Wakeboarding Boat Sale!!

Three boats remaining!

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is current liquidating it's three remaining 2006 Super Air 210 Nautique wakeboarding boats to make room for it's shipment of 2007 vessels that arrive in December. These boats are priced to move at factory-direct prices.

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November 9th, 2006

MBAC selected Best of San Diego in San Diego CityBeat reader's poll

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center was selected as "Best General Interest or Recreational School" in a reader's poll for the Best of San Diego edition of San Diego CityBeat magazine. The edition, released Wednesday, November 8th is titled "Best of San Diego: a toast to authenticity" because reader's were encouraged to vote for places that made San Diego an authentic town.

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October 2nd, 2006

Balboa Wounded WarriorsMBAC and Sharp Hospital serve those who served

LCPL Micah Garza was standing post in Rhamadi, Iraq when he was hit by sniper fire that caused him to lose a portion of his bicep muscle. PFC Joshua Onan's convoy was hit by IED's while on patrol. He sustained significant head, knee, and shrapnel injuries during the attack which took the lives of nine others in his unit.

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September 18, 2006

Mayor Sanders Announces Progress at City's Real Estate Assets Department

Mayor Jerry Sanders announced yesterday substantial progress at the City's Real Estate Assets Department (READ), which just one year ago had lost the confidence of the public after news reports detailed mismanagement of the City's property inventory.

The process of improving READ included a voluntary "time out" on new real estate transactions, which had put a hold on the renewal of the Mission Bay Aquatic Center lease.

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August 28, 2006

San Diego State University ENS Watersport Class Registration Aug 28-Sept 15

Classes not just for SDSU Students

While it may be difficult to believe, summer has passed and it is once again time for school to begin. That shouldn't stop you from enjoying Mission Bay. In fact, fall may be the perfect time to do it!

Each fall about 1000 SDSU students take Exercise and Nutritional Sciences Watersport Credit Classes at the MBAC. What many do not realize is that students from other colleges, and non-students alike can also take the same classes.

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July 25, 2006

Summer Camp Season Half Over!

Don't miss out in August!

It's hard to believe that the Summer Camp season is already half gone. Don't worry if you haven't gotten your fill yet because there is still plenty of room in our many of our popular August camp offerings.

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June 16, 2006

La Jolla Festival Arts provides watersports opportunities for persons with disabilities

Saturday night concert new this year!

EVENT DATES: June 24-25, 9:00-5:00pm, UCSD Campus

For people with disabilities, finding affordable and accessible recreation opportunities can be a daunting task. That's where the Torrey Pines Kiwanis Club steps in to help. For the past 20 years they have been hosting annual La Jolla Festival of the Arts™ to raise money to provide affordable recreation opportunities for the disability community. As a beneficiary of the program, the Mission Bay Aquatic Center has been able to design and build accessible water-skiing and kayaking equipment, and to provide over 200 people watersports instruction who otherwise may not have been able to afford or access the equipment.

 

May 19, 2006

MBAC recognizes spring Instructors of the Semester

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is proud to announce it's Spring "Instructors of the Semester". The honors were awarded to (from left to right) Nate Batchelder from sailing, Jenny O'Hara also from sailing, Taylor Strada from the front desk, Jesse Valentine from Wakeboarding and waterskiing, and John Noble also from wakeboarding.

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April 14, 2006

Melissa Marquardt impresses riders at 2nd Ladies Freeride Clinic

Liquid Force pro rider Melissa Marquardt wowed the participants of the Ladies Freeride Clinic with a impressive demonstration of over-the-top wakeboarding. Considered by many to be one of the top female riders in the world, Melissa competitive record may just justify such a title.

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March 27, 2006

Melissa Marquardt announced as featured pro rider at next Ladies Freeride Clinic

Session coming on April 9th

Liquid Force has announced that pro rider and wakeboarding sensation Melissa Marquardt will be the featured guest at the April 9th Ladies Freeride Session from 8-11am at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center. After the success of the first ever LFS, we expect the day to be a great opportunity for local women riders.

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February 28, 2006

MBAC host inaugural Ladies Freeride Clinic

Event offers local women riders a relaxed, comfortable environment to ride

As if blessed by some unseen power, the inagural session of the first ever Ladies Freeride Clinic at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center saw some of the best riding conditions seen on Mission Bay for the past several seasons. The participants, varying in background and experience from youth camp cross-over's, to seasoned verterans, and even a rider who experienced their first pull ever, enjoyed the chance to meet other local women riders.

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February 14, 2006

MBPC Votes 6-4 to recommend City of San Diego solicit proposals for operation of Mission Bay Aquatic Center

Voting against the recommendation of the City Staff to approve terms of a lease renewal for the operation of the Mission Bay Aquatic Center with the Associated Students of SDSU and the Regents of the University of California, the Mission Bay Park Committee voted 6-4 to recommend the City prepare a Request For Proposals (RFP) and explore any interest there may be for other proposals for use of the property on Santa Clara Point.

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LEASE RENEWAL UPDATES
MBPC Votes 6-4 to recommend City of San Diego solicit proposals for operation of Mission Bay Aquatic Center
San Diego Union Tribune- Schools may say bye to bay
Beach and Bay Press- Bay centers make case to MBPC
The Daily Aztec- City counsel controls fate of AS Lease
Read the City Staff recommendation to the Mission Bay Park Committee to approve the MBAC lease renewal

January 25, 2006

Mission Bay Aquatic Center Needs Your Support!

Mission Bay Park Committee considers MBAC lease renewal on February 7th

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center will be appearing before the Mission Bay Park Committee to secure approval of a lease renewal on February 7th, 6pm at the Mission Bay Room of the Paradise Point Resort. (directions to meeting)

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January 22, 2006

2006 Wakeboarding Equipment Arrives

New Fleet of Correct Craft Boats Will Be Ready for Spring Classes

The MBAC is current readying it's fleet of brand new 2006 Correct Craft wakeboarding and waterskiing boats for spring classes. The new fleet, consisting of 4-Super Air 210 wakeboarding boats and 1-Air 211 wakeboard/waterski hybrid boat, arrived in early January.

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January 4th, 2006

See us at the Boatshow!!

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center and Mission Bay Youth Watersports Camp will be hosting booths in the Kids Area of the San diego Boat Show, at the San Diego Convention Center, January 5th through 8th.

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December 14th, 2005

MBAC Announces Fall "Instructors of the Semester"

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center recently honored its employees of the fall semester. Each semester the MBAC awards an instructor from each instructional area.

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December 7th, 2005

MBAC Used Wakeboard and Waterski Sale!!

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is selling their complete stock of 2005 wakeboards and waterskiis. These year old boards and skiis are in great condition and are offered at huge discounts (see price list). Everything must go as we are completely liquidating our 2005 supplies to make room for 2006 gear.

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November 7th, 2005

Only 2 Boats Left In Used Wakeboarding and Waterskiing Boat Pre-Sale!!

Each year the MBAC, in partnership with West Coast Correct Craft, updates our fleet of wakeboarding and waterskiing towboats to current year models and liquidates our used boats at rock bottom prices.. We have already pre-sold 5 Nautiques and current just have 2 Air Nautique 206's left.

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September 2nd, 2005

MBAC Used Nautique Pre-Sale!!!

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is current liquidating it's stock of 2005 wakeboarding & waterskiing boats to make room for it's shipment of 2006 vessels. These boats are priced to move at rock-bottom prices.

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July 18, 2005

MBAC Serves Camp ABLE and City Therapeutic Services Wheelchair Camp


The Mission Bay Aquatic Center has been developing equipment and methods for adapting water sports for persons with disabilities for the past 20 years. This month we are proud to serve the City of San Diego Therapeutic Services during the City of San Diego Wheelchair Camp and Camp Able. Both events offer participants the ability to participate in sports they may not be able to participate in without adapted equipment or specially trained staff.

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June 17, 2005

La Jolla Arts Festival Helps Individuals with Disabilities

Festival Dates: June 25-26

For people with disabilities, finding affordable and accessible recreation opportunities can be a daunting task. That's where the Torrey Pines Kiwanis Club steps in to help. For the past 19 years they have been hosting annual La Jolla Festival of the Arts and Food Faire™ to raise money to provide affordable recreation opportunities for the disability community.

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May 26, 2005

MBAC Kicks Off the Summer Camp Season!

Camps filling up so sign-up today!

With the most diverse variety of activities ever offered, Mission Bay Youth Water Sports Camp has something for every camper this summer.

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December 5 , 2004

MBAC Used Wakeboarding and Waterskiing Boat and Equipment Sale!!

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center is current liquidating it's stock of 2004 wakeboarding & waterskiing boats and equipment to make room for it's shipment of 2005 gear. These boats and equipment are priced to move at rock-bottom prices. Everything must go!

We are selling 5- 2004 Correct Craft 210 Super Air Nautiques for a fraction of the retail price. These boats have been modified for salt water and are equipped with anti-corrosion, stainless steel fasteners and sea strainers.
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October 20, 2004

Study proves Mission Bay Water Quality to be Safe

According an article in the San Diego Union-Tribune, a 1.5 million dollar, two-year study that examined the health risks of Mission Bay water quality, concluded that the park is safe for all forms of aquatic recreation, including swimming.

The study focused on individuals who had various amounts of contact with the water from full emersion to no contact at all. The individuals were contacted 10 days to 2 weeks later and asked if they had contracted any illness. While most individuals reported no illness at all, a small amount (less than 5%) reported minor illnesses such as skin rashes or diarrhea.
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September 30, 2004

Falltime Provides Ideal Time for Surfing

With small class sizes, warm water, and less crowded beaches, this fall season is the ideal time to learn to surf, even if you've never surfed before!

You don't have to be a diehard surfer to enjoy the conditions this fall. Late season south swells combined with early season north swells have created ideal conditions for the beginning surfer. Warm water currents have made the typically cooler Southern California water temperatures quite mild and you may not even need a wetsuit to paddle out.  Read more....


June 23, 2004

Mission Bay Youth Watersports Camp Springs into Action with New Staff

While many of your favorite counselors are back for another great season of Mission Bay Youth Watersports Camp, you will also see plenty of new faces around the camp. Having just graduated from our rigorous training program, several new counselors have been added to our already motivated and qualified staff. Read more...


June 10, 2004

La Jolla Arts Festival Helps Individuals with Disabilities
Proceeds Provide Watersports Opportunities at MBAC

For people with disabilities, finding affordable and accessible recreation opportunities can be a daunting task. That's where the Torrey Pines Kiwanis Club steps in to help. For the past 18 years they have been hosting annual La Jolla Festival of the Arts and Food Faire™ to raise money to provide affordable recreation opportunities for the disability community. Read more...


May 23, 2004

MBAC Co-Hosts 1st Annual Beach and Boat Fair

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center, along with the San Diego Lifeguard Service, hosted the 1st Annual San Diego Beach and Boat Fair, May 23rd, at South Shores, Mission Bay. The event kicked of National Safe Boating, and Nation Safe Beach Week and was designed to education the public on safe beach and boat use.

(Photos from the event)


Februrary 25, 2004-The Daily Aztec

Dropping anchor in San Diego
By Leslie Hackett, Assistant Art Director

Editor's note: This is the third in a series of stories highlighting the outdoor recreational options for the San Diego State community.

If visions of a frightful three-hour tour gone wrong play in your head at the mention of sailboats, there is no need for alarm as long as you are in San Diego.

Unless you are planning to sail across the ocean blue locally, chances are slim you will encounter the kind of weather that has the ability to blow your boat off course, leaving you and Gilligan stranded on a deserted isle.

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Februrary 11, 2004-The Daily Aztec

San Diego bays, ocean are great for kayaking retreats
MBAC instructor suggests La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs for paddling
By Leslie Hackett

Kayaks have come a long way since the days when their sole function was to transport arctic people around the icy waters of the northern regions.

During this time, kayaks mainly consisted of wooden frames that were covered in sealskin. Only a small hole existed in the middle of the vessel, allowing the user only enough maneuvering room for hunting and fishing. Now they are made of state-of-the-art plastics and fiberglass. Read more....


January 6, 2003-
SDSUniverse

Mission Bay Aquatic Center Promises Fun on the Water
By Kevin Waldick

The Mission Bay Aquatic Center (MBAC) offers SDSU faculty, staff, students, alumni and their families recreational classes in wakeboarding, waterskiing, kayaking, surfing, windsurfing, sailing, kiteboarding and rowing.  Located on Santa Clara Point in Mission Bay Park, it is considered one of the finest waterfront facilities of its kind.

MBAC is owned and operated by Associated Students of SDSU (along with Campus Recreation of UCSD), thus faculty, staff, students and alumni of SDSU are eligible to register for classes and rent equipment.  Read more....


December 7, 2000-
The Daily Aztec

Alumnus honored for leadership
Offered to give rides every day to summer camp participant

Sailing, skiing, boating -- find anything that has to do with the water, and there is Glen Brandenburg. But even more than that, Brandenburg, director of the Mission Bay Aquatics Center, is known for his leadership.

On Nov. 30, Brandenburg, a San Diego State alumnus, was recognized for his leadership through the Channel 10 Leadership Award. KGTV Channel 10 news presented the plaque to Brandenburg at the Mission Bay Aquatics Center, operated through Associated Students. Read more....